The world's best Instagrammable hotels you need to stay at

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has been dubbed the ‘world’s most Instagrammable hotel’ and it comes as no surprise. The resort is on a private island in the middle of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Indian Ocean. 

Here, you can stay in some of the most jaw-dropping overwater villas in the Maldives complete with private pools, glass-bottomed whirlpools and sun decks. Blissful activities with a wow factor include private cruises at sunset and stargazing at the Maldives’ only overwater observatory. 

Anantara Kihavah Maldives’ most Instagrammable feature is without a doubt its award-winning underwater restaurant and wine cellar. Called SEA, the establishment boasts unique, 360-degree views of sharks, turtles and tropical fish while you wine and dine.

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Wow factor features: 

• The underwater restaurant and wine tasting
• Private sunset cruises 
• Beachfront and over water villas
• The Maldives’ only over water observatory 

Imagine watching a live-action rendition of the Lion King in real life from the comfort of your own suite. No, we’re not talking about setting up a home cinema. 

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti gives you a chance to see the Big Five (lions, elephants, leopards, rhino and cape buffalo) without even leaving your room. 

Don’t worry, you’ll be safely above the action in elevated accommodation under the protection of the local Maasai tribe. If that wasn’t enough, some accommodation options have their own swimming pools which you can languish in as you look down onto the savannah.

Plus, at Four Seasons Safari Lodge, dinner time is a celebratory affair with incredible private bush experiences and an African-inspired restaurant. Don’t miss the Boma Grill, an authentic fire-grilled feast hosted by the Maasai. 

Wow factor features:

• Water hole view rooms, suites and villas 
• Safari adventures in the Serengeti 
• A chance to see the Big Five (lions, elephants, leopards, rhino and cape buffalo)
• Authentic African dining hosted by the Maasai community

History, elegance and sheer Hollywood charm is what you get at Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Right on the sparkling waters of Italy’s Lake Como, it’s rated by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the top hotels in the world. 

No matter where you stay in this hotel, you’re never too far away from breath-taking lake views. Opt for a suite with a private balcony or take privacy up a notch with a stay in an exclusive villa. 

The award-winning spa is a must-visit with its infinity pool, hammam and sauna complete with, you’ve guessed it, views of Lake Como. 

As for activities, enjoy a personalised sailing excursion on a Ruy and Batt boat. Your captain will take you anywhere you want to go in the most enviably stylish way possible. 

Wow factor features:

• Rooms, suites and a private villa with beautiful Lake Como views
• Personalised excursions on a Ruy and Batt boat
• The award-winning T Spa with a sauna, infinity pool and hammam
• The lakeside restaurant terrace with a Gualtiero Marchesi menu

If we had to choose one word to describe Bill & Coo Suites and Lounge in Mykonos, it would be ‘extraordinary.’ Perched on the coast close to Mykonos Town, the resort’s clean aesthetic gives centre stage to the Aegean Sea. 

Enjoy panoramic views from the infinity pool which becomes a dazzling backdrop for cocktails as the sun sets. Choose from rooms and suites with private pools and soft muted tones which celebrate the striking cerulean colours of the sea – or catch some sun and sand on the private beach. 

Bill & Coo is also renowned for having the best fine dining experience on Mykonos. The breakfast spread here in particular is to die for. We recommend ordering it in your private suite. 

Wow factor features:

• Suites with private pools and hot tubs
• Dazzling infinity pool with views of the Aegean Sea
• One of the best breakfast spreads on the island
• Cocktails with a view at Sunset Lounge Bar

Imagine this: you’re staying in one of the best and most luxurious safari lodges in South Africa. 

65,000 hectares of wild bush surround you and you can see elephants splashing about in the water hole below your lodge. There are no other tourists about. 

That’s exactly what you get at Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Tucked within a corner of the famous Kruger National Park, the reserve offers an exclusive safari experience in the form of luxury lodges. 

We love Ulusaba Rock Lodge as it has remarkable views from its position high on a small hill. It features 10 rooms, a natural rock pool and a viewing deck of a water hole where the Big Five often frequent. 

Enjoy safaris, guided bushwalks, photography trips and the spa here at your leisure. 

Wow factor features:

• The most amazing views over the South African bush
• Access to Sabi Sands Nature Reserve
• Catch sight of the Big Five from your private room
• A private pool with views over a water hole 

Looking for a private oasis off the coast of Cambodia? It has to be Song Saa Private Island Resort where beauty and tranquillity combine to create a destination that you’ll never want to leave. 

The eco-friendly resort epitomises barefoot luxury in its collection of island and overwater villas. Each one has its own private swimming pool that’s primed for posing and cooling off in. When you do feel like doing something, take a night-time boat ride to catch sight of bioluminescent plankton in the water.

As for dinner, enjoy evening meals serenaded by the sea or choose a spot on the island and dine under the stars. It’s the perfect setting in which to pop the question or celebrate your honeymoon. 

Wow factor features:

• Island and overwater villas with private pools
• Private dining under the stars 
• Bioluminescence trips and excursions 
• An overwater restaurant with magical evening views

The Marina Bay Sands name precedes this luxury hotel. An icon of the Far East, it’s known for its three towers topped by the Sands SkyPark which dominates Singapore’s skyline. 

Inside this complex are luxury shops, celebrity chef restaurants, the ArtScience museum, a five-star hotel and the world’s largest and longest rooftop infinity pool 57 levels above the city. Head’s up, you have to be a hotel guest to enjoy the pool. 

You certainly won’t be disappointed with your choice of accommodation though. Find a range of room collections to choose your style, budget and group size. We can’t get enough of the brand new Luxe Collection with modern luxury amenities and glorious views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. 

Wow factor features:

• A hotel in one of the most iconic buildings in the Far East
• The world’s largest rooftop infinity pool 
• Panoramic views from SkyPark Observation Deck 
• Rooms and suites overlooking the Singapore skyline

The Belmond brand is an expert at positioning its luxury hotels in some of the most iconic locations in the world. Belmond Hotel das Cataratas is no exception. The five-star hotel sits on the edge of the Brazilian-Argentine border and has exclusive access to the formidable Iguassu Falls. 

The semi-circular waterfall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exceptional natural beauty and habitat for rare wildlife. Oh, and for the small fact that it’s the world’s largest waterfall system. 

You don’t have to be a guest of Belmond Hotel das Cataratas to enjoy the sight but if you do stay here, you get exclusive access to it when no other tourists are around. 

Some rooms offer a glimpse of the falls, but you can also make the most of the attraction on stargazing tours, dawn walks, yoga classes and more.  

Wow factor features:

• Exclusive private access to Iguassu Falls
• Iguassu Falls experiences including stargazing and speedboat tours
• Rooms and suites with rainforest or waterfall views 
• Private sunset dinners on the tower

French Polynesia is where all your luxury tropical island dreams come true. Bora Bora is one of the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific thanks to its pristine lagoon and dormant volcano. 

Part of the luxury experience here is that it feels like a true escape from the rest of the world. The place to stay? Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, of course! 

The resort boasts a stunning collection of beachfront and overwater villas with private pools and views of Mount Otemanu. Bring a spare hard drive because you’ll be snapping endless photos of this paradise. 

Four Seasons Bora Bora goes above and beyond to ensure you have the most incredible experience possible. Enjoy the Polynesian spa surrounded by tropical groves, meet the sea life of the lagoon with a marine biologist and enjoy fine dining on a private island. You’ll never want to come home. 

Wow factor features:

• Over water villas with views of Mount Otemanu
• Underwater encounters led by a marine biologist
• Polynesian spa surrounded by tropical groves
• Dining experiences on a private island