Whether you’re busy parents or working professionals (or both), it’s difficult to steal a moment for yourself throughout the working week, let alone for your significant other. Perhaps you reunite for the daily bath and bed ritual, or collapse in front of the TV together after a hectic evening commute? Either way, finding time to reignite the spark can be a hard task in the midst of modern life - but there is hope yet.
If romantic couples getaways feel like a distant dream, then it’s time to wake up, because Winged Boots are firmly on board to give you a helping hand. We’ve rounded up some of the best locations for a couples holiday, so you can swap school schedules and office spreadsheets for some well-earned quality time together.
And with everything from private pool villas to world-class foodie experiences and island adventures available - our luxury holiday destinations are pretty hard to say no to. Whether you’re planning a special occasion or simply want to surprise your spouse with a romantic trip they won’t forget, we’ve highlighted a few of our favourite places sure to set the tone, below.
Rosewood Phuket, Thailand
Best for: Private pool villas
Rosewood Phuket is a dreamy island retreat that offers couples the chance to spend quality time together in utter privacy. Accommodation comes in the form of luxury pavilions and villas with a spacious double bedroom, lounge, and private plunge pool.
Soak up the rays with a good book on your private terrace or cool off in the plunge pool with the soothing sounds of the tropical garden that surrounds you.
If you can drag yourself away from this tranquil retreat, the hotel sits on a 600-meter beachfront at Emerald Bay. Here, there are ample opportunities to sink into the sands and snooze or take to the water with stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, and snorkels.
Wellness lovers can feel pampered with a couple’s massage at Asaya Spa or get the adrenaline pumping at the fitness centre. Traditional arts and crafts, such as batik printing, are also available and provide wonderful mementos of your stay.
Grace Hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection, Greece
Best for: Santorini sunset sea views
Nothing says romance quite like holding your partner close in the golden light of a Santorini sunset. At Grace Hotel Auberge Resorts Collection, you can do just that from its spectacular infinity pool.
Perched on the cliffs of Imerovigli, this award-winning boutique hotel exudes traditional Cycladic charm with its dazzling white architecture and dreamy views down towards the Aegean Sea.
Accommodating guests aged 14 and above, choose from Deluxe Rooms with panoramic sea views or stretch out in a suite with your own private plunge pool. For an even grander affair, The Villa is a magnificent abode fit for the Greek gods with its private pool, fully-equipped kitchen, and indoor spa. Romantic getaway goals!
Experience a playground for romance like no other at Grace Hotel. Enjoy yoga, wine tasting, and access to Santorini’s best beaches. Plus, step your luxury experience up a notch by cruising the Aegean Sea in a private yacht.
Finally, finish the day with a perfect dinner for two on the terrace as the sun sets before sauntering back to your room. Bliss.
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, UK
Best for: Foodie experiences
If food is your love language, a romantic stay at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel in quintessential Oxfordshire is calling your name. The two-Michelin-starred restaurant - lovingly helmed by Raymond Blanc OBE - delivers a masterpiece in fresh, seasonal, and sustainable gastronomy.
Foodie couples can languish over a menu boasting a ‘twist of imaginative genius’ and get their hands dirty learning the secrets behind the mastery at the cookery school. Discover the magic of Raymond Blanc’s signature dishes so you can emulate them in your own kitchen - date night, anyone?
As for the hotel itself, expect refined rooms and suites bursting with French finesse and traditional country house charm. Each one is uniquely furnished for a homely style - so much so, you won’t want to leave.
Like to get up and at ‘em? Activities at the hotel include roaming the lush gardens together arm in arm, exploring enchanting Oxford, and sampling the offerings at the local winery. Don’t mind if we do…
Sandy Lane, Barbados
Best for: A-list service
Sandy Lane, makes you feel like royalty from the moment you arrive.
This tropical retreat certainly starts as it means to go on, with a complimentary transfer that whisks you from the airport to the resort, where a concierge sees to your every whim and desire. Need a post-flight massage or want to explore the island? Say no more, it’s already booked.
Take yourself to the bar where you’ll find expert mixologists whipping up your favourite cocktails by heart. Plus, exquisite dining can be indulged in at the resort’s four restaurants. If you want to elevate your romantic dinner (when in Barbados…), you can put in a special request here too.
After a busy day, retreat to your elegant rooms, suites, villa, and penthouses with spectacular views of the glittering blue ocean. More than just a couples holiday? For proposals and honeymoons, the Dolphin Suites are a must with their luxe private lounge, terrace, and beautiful master bedroom. So, sit back, relax, and let yourself be taken care of in this Caribbean paradise.
One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritius
Best for: Island-wide Adventures
Nestled on a palm-strewn peninsula between the Indian Ocean and a tranquil lagoon, the breathtaking One&Only Le Saint Géran is a Mauritian haven of relaxation. This stylish resort boasts contemporary luxury of the highest standard, with exceptional accommodation types, indulgent wellness treatments and island-wide adventures.
If privacy is what you’re seeking, you’ll certainly find it here. Surrounded by shimmering sands, this chic beachfront escape boasts everything you need for stylish island living, with three infinity pools, a blissful wellness space, plus a host of signature experiences, crafted especially for you.
The perfect destination for combining serenity with thrill-seeking, couples can embark on multiple tailored excursions in and around the resort. From private kayaking tours in the pristine waters to hitting dazzling heights on a romantic helicopter ride - the views sure to take your breath away.
After a busy day of sun-chasing, retreat to your room, suite, or private home - each ready to douse you in ultimate luxury. Indulge in Mauritian-chic master bedrooms, balmy balconies that overlook the beach, extended living spaces, and private in-room pools - nothing says romance more than a late-night dip, right?
Shangri-La Paris
Best for: Wining & Dining
Occupying a former royal home within gracefully restored buildings, this ritzy retreat serves up a generous slice of grandeur in the heart of the city. Renowned for its award-winning luxury, exquisite cuisine and state–of-the-art spa, this celebrity haunt isn’t shy when it comes to delivering excellence.
An architectural jewel, this Parisian palace effortlessly blends historic elegance with modern luxury, making it an ideal spot for couples who like the finer things in life. Pamper yourselves at the exceptional spa, centered around a stunning 17-metre swimming pool and terrace, before indulging in some of the finest Michelin-starred dining at the gourmet restaurants.
Hotel Shangri-La Paris’ premier location in the capital’s elegant 16th arrondissement makes it the perfect base to explore one of the world’s most romantic cities. Whether it’s iconic attractions or arts and culture you’re into, the Shangri-La team can curate the perfect adventure for guest’s leisure time.
Finolhu, Maldives
Best for: Nature lovers
This paradise is renowned for its playful spirit, set across four stunning islands in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Combining fun and finesse, Finolhu Maldives hotel is a design-led resort that strives to deliver authentic luxury - and boy, does it do just that.
Surrounded by palm-fringed sands, turquoise waters alive with vibrant marine life, and sunshine all-year-round, this resort is a nature lover’s paradise - and that’s before you even step inside. Take a moment to pause in the Fehi Spa, where you can indulge in a range of individual treatments using the Natura Bissé collection, sweat it out in a sauna, or delight in a pamper session courtesy of the resort hairdresser. Finolhu’s four restaurants champion fresh, local ingredients to create sumptuous plates that truly satisfy, whether you like to dine under the stars or on stilts surrounded by the ocean.
Each of the 125 luxury villas place you within touching distance of the sea, with accommodations located directly on the beach, on the lagoon, or on stilts over the water. For special occasions (or, just because) couples can spend a romantic night sleeping underneath the stars in one of the resort’s unique beach bubbles.
Finolhu delivers laid-back glamour with a side of adventure in a setting straight out of a dream.
From the volcanic cliffs of Santorini to the white sands of the Caribbean, surprise your partner with a romantic holiday they’ll never forget. Food, adventure, spas, and privacy, it’s all here in these breath-taking hotels.
Whether you have a destination in mind, or not, our dedicated team will help you tailor a trip that truly speaks your love language.Call our expert travel managers today and they will take care of the rest.
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