20 Best Beach Hotels

Algarve

Luxury cliff-top family resort in lush gardens. Contemporary, light rooms with white on white decor drawing the eye to the spectacular sea views. Fantastic children's facilities, tennis courts, golf course, luxurious Sisley spa, and excellent food. A beach paradise.

• Families - Loads of kiddie stuff so parents can unwind- playground with trampoline, swings and slides, kids club, creche and pool.
• Foodies - Eight onsite restaurants to choose from- we recommend the tasting menu from two Michelin Star Ocean with wine pairing.
• Spa breaks - State of the art spa with a huge range of treatments, yoga and meditation classes and top notch hair salon
• Diving - Vila Vita Parc run dive certification courses as well as courses in underwater photography& deep sea diving.

Cascais

Luxury chic hotel on the beach. Beautifully decorated rooms and suites in pastels with sea views, private balconies, and marble bathrooms. Excellent pool and restaurant, and access to the beach. Perfect for an active beach holiday for families or couples.

• Views - Wonderful sea views
• Beach Life
• Active Holiday
• Sights nearby - Sintra for the Pena Palace.

Miami (South Beach)

Hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, original art and fresh flowers create a low-key, refined aura for this beachside hotel. Miami's only open-air rooftop spa, a sheltered outdoor pool, and exclusive and highly-acclaimed BLT steakhouse make your stay memorable - just don't forget to explore Miami too!

• Restaurant - BLT Steak, an American steakhosue which won Miami Steakhosue of the Year 2014
• Outstanding location - Located directly on Ocean Drive in Miami's South Beach district
• Swimming Pool - Secluded outdoor swimming pool, year-round.
• On the beach - Direct beach access

Porto Ercole

A stunning clifftop hotel situated in Porto Ecole, on the Tuscan archipelago. Serving up a host of plush rooms, two superb restaurants (including the michelin starred Il Pellicano) and a lovely sea water swimming pool. Five star excellence that's ideal for a romantic break on the Tuscan coast.

• Foodies - Foodies will love the range of excellent dining options, including a superb michelin starred restaurant.
• Romantic Break - It's perfect for a romantic break, with deluxe suites, fantastic food and a sublime seaside setting.
• Cooking classes - Take a cooking class with the hotel's michelin starred chef.
• Restrictions on children - Adult only.

New South Wales (Australia)

A place of calm & tranquility overlooking the scenic Cabarita Beach. Perfectly styled throughout with a chic beachy vibe; think patterned wallpapers, blue and white textiles, contemporary art and a mix of antique and modern furniture. The ideal spot to simply unwind within sight of the sea.

• Foodies - Foodies will adore award-winning Pepper Daisy restaurant & bar, with its easygoing seaside feel, superb cuisine & quirky drinks
• Cycling - Hop on the hotel's bicycles to follow the Northern Rivers Rail Trail or take scenic coastal trails to Kingscliff Beach or
• Beach Life - A hip little hotel overlooking beautiful Cabarita beach, ideal for surfing, strolling or soaking up the sunshine
• Surfing - Borrow one of the hotel's surfboards and hit the waves at brilliant Cabarita Beach, right in front of the hotel

Begur (Begur)

Cap Sa Sal enjoys a clifftop location on Begur's Costa Brava. With both rooms and apartments furnished in a classically Mediterranean manner boasting spectacular ocean views. Burn off the wonderful home-cooked food by hiking around the cliffs or swimming in the sea! Utterly peaceful.

• Beach Life - The perfect beach getaway, with fantastic views of the bay, yummy seafood and just a short stroll to the nearest beach!
• Total relaxation - Make the most out of your tranquil surroundings to truly unwind. Sip wine on your balcony or take a dip in the pool!
• Diving - Head off cliff diving for an adrenaline-filled time!
• Views

Essaouira (Sidi Kaouki)

Superb villa style family friendly resort on the coast about half an hour from Essaouira. Spacious acommodation in traditional style villas some with private pool. Excellent facilities for all ages and a personal dining service enabling you eat where you please! A wonderful laid back beach holiday.

• Value chic - With rooms from just €120 per night including breakfast, Rebali Riads is superb value.
• Restaurant - Traditional Moroccan dishes and seafood are the specialities of the chef. But he will adapt menus for children
• Cooking classes - Accompany the chef to the souk then cook up the spoils together.
• Swimming Pool - There are five outdoor pools, two communal and three private.

Formentera (Ca Marí. Islas Baleares)

A small luxury hotel located on a beautiful stretch of beach. Accommodation is light and contemporary with minimalist furniture, lots of glass and modern artworks. Yoga classes are held each morning, healthy food served in the restaurant, a chic outdoor bar and fabulous spa. Utterly spoiling.

• Beach Life - Situated on the island famed for powder white sand beaches.
• Swimming Pool - Outdoor pool
• Views
• Secluded setting

Balapitiya (Galle Road)

A compact and elegant boutique, on the peaceful shores of Sri Lanka’s south-west coast. The interiors have been carefully crafted by Sri Lankan designer Annika Fernando to optimise comfort and relaxation. The small size allows guests to feel cared for and the location is wonderfully serene.

• Hotel boats for hire - Organise a trip on a boat to Madu Ganga wetlands- waterways between 65 different islands filled with untouched mangrove forests
• Beach Life - The beach takes centre stage at this secluded spot, palm trees and cocktails, tandoor prawns and sunsets over Balapitiya bay
• Hotel Entertainment - Flake out by the pool in one of the comfortable sunloungers and have cocktails brought to you by the attentive staff
• Museums - Visit the Mask Museum in Ambalangoda, a village a short drive away that makes devil masks for local rituals

Quintana Roo

A secluded and peaceful stretch of paradise, on the stunning Costa Maya. White on white suites offer sumptuous beds, private balconies, splashes of local art and colourful Mexican tiles. An excellent restaurant serves Mediterranean-Mexican food overlooking the crystal clear waters.

• Eco break - The clever design of the buildings uses shades and the seabreeze in place of AC and electricty comes from their own wind turbine
• Wildlife Area - Between the jungle and the sea this is a wildlife rich area, eagles, tapirs, coatis, deer and dolphins are commonly sighted
• Beach Life - A beach-chic retreat with everything from turtle watching to beach volley ball and private terraces for soaking up the sun
• Great walks - Set on the powder white sands of a private beach, with jungle on one side and turquoise-blue seas to the other

Malibu (CA)

An uber cool and laid back Malibu boutique. The perfect balance of simplicity and luxury is all in the fine details, scented candles, organic materials and private balconies with Pacific views. The rooftop restaurant is perfect and the staff are as friendly as you will find anywhere. Beach-chic!

• Beach Life - The ultimate beach chic getaway- paired back luxury rooms offering views of the pacific and the best surfing beach in California
• Total relaxation - Relax, unwind and enjoy- rooftop cocktails by the firepit and listening to waves crashing on your private terrace
• Surfing - Take advantage of your location and hit the beach for some surf (beginners should ask reception for instructors)
• Sights nearby - Within a short walk of Malibu Pier, a great place to people watch and grab a bite

Halkidiki (630 77 Kassandra)

A stunning luxury resort on the beach with a choice of pools as well as an indulgent spa and several great dining options. Sophisticated interiors have chic, simple decor and designer furniture, while the luxurious, comfy rooms in beige and pastels feature slick art and natural materials.

• Luxury - With sleek contemporary design, several dining options, a spoiling spa, and Greece's largest pool - this is an indulgent stay
• Total relaxation - Great for an indulgent stay just relaxing and lounging around, with everything you'll need provided on site
• Restaurant - Four restaurants range from casual fare to Italian fine dining crafted by a Michelin-starred chef
• Spa - A well-equipped spa has a sauna, steam room, indoor pool, and a wide treatment list

Puglia (Puglia)

An elegant masseria conversion just north of Otranto. Seventeen individually designed suites offer chic minimalist accommodation, and all come with either a private terrace or garden. Large outdoor pool, excellent restaurant specialising in Salento cuisine, and just steps from the beach.

• Local exploring - A great base for exploring this beautiful corner of Puglia
• Spa - There is a spa with a large spa bath, Turkish bath, sauna, multi-sensory shower and herbal tea corner
• Restaurant - Serves typical cuisine of the Salento region using mainly local produce
• Sights nearby - The historic coastal town of Otranto is just a few minutes in the car

Massachusetts (Plum Island)

A charming small hotel located directly on a gorgeous stretch of beach on Plum Island. Large bright suites are decorated in seaside tones (white and blue) and the best have private terraces with ocean views. There's a hot tub out front and sunbeds - a luxurious choice for a weekend beach break.

• Beach Life - The location couldn't be any better - step out the front door straight onto a lovely stretch of gold sand beach
• Birdwatching - Spot a wde range of birds in the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
• Seaside
• Romantic

Cassis

This former mansion turned hotel enjoys a unique location between the village and the Calanques in Cassis. The property's Art Deco exterior is picked up in the guestrooms, with black and gold accents. The shaded garden and sea view infinity pool are perfect spots to unwind at this seaside hideaway.

• Beach Life - Located on the seafront close to the hidden beaches of the Calanques, choose this hotel for a luxury seaside getaway
• Romantic Break - The peaceful setting and beautiful interiors at this bolt-hole make it a great option for a romantic break
• Hideaway - Set apart from the village in secluded gardens, this hotel makes the perfect hideaway holiday destination
• Swimming Pool - As well as a stunning black mosaic infinity pool overlooking the sea, there's a waterfall pool with more gorgeous views.

A Coruna

This boutique hotel is nestled on a privileged seafront enclave facing Santa Cruz Castle in Oleiros. Guestrooms are designed to maximise the coastal location, with sea views from the bed and the bathtub. Unwind on the chic rooftop terrace, complete with an infinity pool and hot tub.

• Romantic Break - Wake up to sea views from floor-to-ceiling windows at this hotel, the perfect setting for a romantic European getaway
• Beach Life - Set on the coast close to Santiago de Compostela, book this hotel for a boutique beach break
• Spa breaks - With an extensive wellness centre onsite, book this hotel for a European seaside spa break
• Sights nearby - Visit the UNESCO-protected Tower of Hercules, a lighthouse built by the Romans over 2,000 years ago and still in use today

Maldives (12060 Filitheyo)

Rustic, wooden walkways and sandy trails make this resort a barefoot retreat. The comfortable, stylish villas have outdoor bathrooms. As the only resort in Faafu Atoll it offers incredible reefs to explore and a private diving school. A diver's dream with a refreshing unspoilt charm to it.

• Honeymoons - The spa is a must for honeymooners and couples and there are special honeymoon excursions such as romantic boat trips
• Active Holiday - The main focus of the resort is centered around its scuba diving centre
• Restaurant - There are two restaurants in the resort offering a wide range of cuisines with fantastic views
• Fishing - The resort offers morning fishing, trolling fishing and night fishing

Marbella

All-inclusive luxury resort, designed to spoil, set on the coast near Marbella. Contemporary rooms are white on white with clean lines and fabulous views from picture windows. Menus are created by Michelin-starred chefs across the seven venues. Plus there's an expansive spa and activities for all.

• Families - Couldn't be more family-friendly with a Kids Club, endless on-site actvities, interconnecting rooms, and children's menus
• 5* Luxury - Luxury defined from the nothing-is-too-much service to the restaurants with menus created by Michelin starred chefs
• Beach Life - Enjoy the hotel's Beach Club on its own picturseque stretch of white sand beach
• Restaurant - Expect fine dining with Michelin-starred chefs creating seven innovative restaurants from European to Asian

Fiji (Nacula Island)

A simple beachfront lodge with blue-painted studio-cottages and a big mixed dorm, perfect for couples, families or affordable trips with friends. Expect fresh Fijian fare, and activities such as fishing, snorkelling, diving & hiking. There's live music at the lodge each evening & a convivial vibe.

• Great walks - Follow hiking trails through the island's verdant interior with an expert guide for expansive views & intriguing birdlife
• Fishing - Go hand-line fishing with a village guide, and enjoy your caught for lunch back at the lodge
• Value chic - Great value if you opt to stay in the mixed dorm, with a daily charge for full board
• Groups - The mixed dormitory with shared terrace is perfect for budget group trips

Koh Rong (Koh Rong Island)

A tranquil escape on a secluded stretch of pristine beach on Koh Rong, this charming little hotel has just 16 rooms with white-on-white interiors & a minimalist, Scandi-inspired sense of style. Sink your toes into the sand and soak up the laid-back ambience of this corner of Cambodian paradise.

• Families - Interconnecting rooms are ideal for families, who will appreciate the laid-back & friendly atmosphere
• Beach Life - A relaxing beach hideaway on Koh Rong island, perfect for lazy days of sun, sand & swimming
• Fishing - Guided sunset fishing excursions are wonderful for guests of all ages
• Great walks - Walk to Sok San or Prek Svay Waterfall, both beautiful natural spots