Which One&Only resort is right for me?

One&Only Royal Mirage is a resort boasting timeless Arabesque elegance. Situated on a sweeping stretch of Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach, guests have access to both the beach and the city. 

Within the resort, there are three hotels and one villa to choose from – The Palace, Arabian Court, Residence & Spa and the Beach Garden Villa. 

Each room and suite across the accommodation types offer the same level of detail and luxurious craftmanship. Plus, all guests can enjoy the One&Only Spa set within 26 hectares of lush garden, the eight featured restaurants and relaxed dining and the five bars. 

Our favourite feature? Drift beach club serving Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails by the Arabian Gulf. Enjoy lunch al fresco, have a sundowner at the bar and soak up the rays by the pool. Head’s up, guests must be over the age of 16 to visit the beach bar. 

Located on Dubai’s iconic Palm Island, One&Only The Palm is a beachfront oasis tucked into a private enclave. 

The peaceful resort is surrounded by the shimmering blue of the Arabian Gulf with the Dubai skyline in the distance. It’s the perfect choice if you want to stay somewhere a little more laidback. 

Accommodation here is divided into two hotels and a villa – Manor House, Palm Beach Mansions and a Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa. For extra luxury, we recommend a suite with a private pool and views of the beach. 

Wellness lovers will adore the UAE’s only Guerlain Spa and kids will be well entertained at the KidsOnly Club. Everyone’s a winner on this family holiday. 

As for dining, enjoy a small but mighty collection of restaurants including STAY by Yannick Alléno, 101 Dining Lounge & Bar, Zest and The Lounge. 

A tropical beachside paradise in Malaysia? It has to be One&Only Desaru Coast. Sitting at an intersection of jungle, sea and sand, the resort is a place to relax within the arms of nature. 

The accommodation here is suites – either rainforest or ocean view. They all have private plunge pools for the ultimate privacy. Don’t forget to check out the resort’s signature 56-metre infinity pool which stretches into the trees. 

If you want to step your luxury experience up a notch, the resort also has a villa with four bedrooms and a private spa. Speaking of wellness, the first Chenot Spa in Asia is also found here. 

Three exquisite fine-dining restaurants, a Malaysian-inspired café and a beach club are bound to hit the spot when it comes to wining, dining and entertainment. If you’re an animal lover, take a walk through the jungle with a naturalist to spot macaques and gibbons. 

The OG, One&Only Reethi Rah is the brand’s first resort, and it is luxury at its finest. Found on one of the largest islands in North Malé Atoll, the resort is all about privacy and reverence for its surroundings. 

All accommodation is in villa form – 118 of them to be exact. Choose between beach villas, overwater villas or a grand residence each with sun decks and sea views. Most villas have private swimming pools.

Top activities at One&Only Reethi Rah include making the most of the Indian Ocean. Sail, snorkel, hop on a private yacht charter or catch your own dinner on a fishing trip. 

Little ones are taken care of at the kids’ club and with dedicated family itineraries. Babysitting services are on offer too. 

Across the Indian Ocean, One&Only Le Saint Géran is a beautiful Forbes Five Star award-winner on a secluded peninsula in Mauritius. 

Perched atop fluffy golden sand with sparkling waves beating a rhythm against the shore, this resort entices you to relax in the moment. After all, where else would you rather be? 

Choose from a selection of rooms, suites and villas which either have a private terrace or lead directly onto the beach. 

If you fancy tying the knot here, there’s a bridal suite, wedding packages and dedicated honeymoon amenities available too. 

As for other facilities, there are three gorgeous swimming pools (one family-friendly and one adults-only), secluded beaches, a One&Only Spa and seven places to eat and drink across the resort. 

One&Only Mandarina is the place to reconnect – with yourself, your loved ones and the earth. 

Nestled within the awe-inspiring Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, the resort is surrounded by tropical rainforests which break onto white-sand beaches and calm seas. 

If you’re looking for a resort that gives you space to relax away from the hectic schedule of your daily life, this is the one for you. Your Out of Office will be firmly on. 

So, what’s here? Every luxury accommodation type has the wow factor at One&Only Mandarina. Choose an exquisitely appointed treehouse with a terrace, private plunge pool and jungle views. 

If a little more space is what you need, a treetop villa with a generous pool and unobstructed ocean views is calling your name. It’s perfect for families or groups of friends. Dial up the luxury with a four-to-eight bedroom Signature Villa. Hello jungle mansion!

Another Forbes Five Star award-winner, One&Only Palmilla is a beachfront Mexican resort in Los Cabos on the Baja Peninsula. It’s an excellent choice if you want to incorporate a multi-centre holiday twinned with Los Angeles or Las Vegas in the United States. 

Rooms, suites and villas offer time to relax and unwind against a backdrop of palm trees and the Sea of Cortez. Opt for a Casita Suite with jaw-dropping style, indoor and outdoor space, and a private infinity pool. It even comes with a dedicated butler who will attend to your every wish. 

The crème de la crème is reserved for the two villas complete with pools, dining areas, chef’s kitchen and a state-of-the-art cinema. 

Come here for the award-winning golf course and stay for the Michelin-starred grill, the One&Only Spa, kids’ club and whale-watching. You can also learn to surf with an expert. Oh, and it’s a pet-friendly resort too. 

The brand’s first resort in Europe, One&Only Portonovi is a dreamy, fairy tale hideaway just off the Adriatic coast. This peaceful gem sits on the entrance to Boka Bay, surrounded by mountains, forests and picturesque medieval towns. You can still get your beach fix as well as sun-soaked sailing and pool dips. 

The pièce de resistance of this resort is the incredible spa and wellness facilities. One&Only has teamed up with Chenot to create Chenot Espace, a transformative wellness programme designed to deliver science-backed treatments for optimum health. 

Be under the care of top health and wellness experts who will transform, detox and reset your body. This is a spa break that will give you lasting results. 

Choose between rooms, suites and villas each with their own unique style. We adore the Panoramic Bayview Suite with a King bedroom, dining room and lounge. The bathroom is particularly sumptuous, boasting view of the Adriatic from the marble tub. 

One for adventure lovers, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is an intimate forest retreat set within the jungles of Rwanda. Stay in luxury lodges surrounded by gently swaying eucalyptus trees and explore a five-star resort that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. 

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is the closest resort to Volcanoes National Park, home of the famous mountain gorillas. The concierge team there can facilitate guided jungle treks to see them although it’s not included in the price of your stay. 

As for the resort itself, enjoy soothing spa treatments inspired by nature, cycle on trails through the forest or relax in your lodge or suite with a butler at your beck and call. 

The Nest is the culinary heart of the resort with its daily-changing menu provided by fresh, locally sourced ingredients. 

A second Rwanda resort in the brand’s portfolio, One&Only Nyungwe House is set within a tea plantation fringed by rainforest. 

Close to the Burundi border, the five-star resort is on the edge of Nyungwe National Park, one of the last mountain rainforest habitats on the planet. It’s an ideal oasis for eco-conscious travellers. 

Guests are invited to support the resort’s conservation efforts by planting trees and buying handmade crafts from the local Banda Village. Oh, and keep plastic bags at home as they’re banned in Rwanda!

Other activities include jungle safaris, chimpanzee treks, tea rituals, eco-friendly spa treatments and indulging in organic garden-to-plate dining. 

If city breaks are more your speed, One&Only Cape Town is the resort for you. Positioned on the fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, this resort commands breath-taking views of the marina and Table Mountain. 

Choose between rooms, suites and penthouses overlooking the marina or mountain – or both. Each accommodation option features a balcony where you can take in the spectacular Cape Town views over breakfast. 

Spend the day cooling off in the 350 square-metre infinity pool or relaxing poolside in a private designer cabana. If you’re craving the feel of sand between your toes, trendy Clifton Beach is just eight kilometres away. 

Wine connoisseurs can’t visit Cape Town without swinging by Cape Wineland. Arrange a wine-tasting tour in style in a private, chauffeured car or helicopter.

One&Only Cape Town has its own Wine Studio if you prefer to stay in too. Dining options here include Nobu, Isola, Ochre and Vista Bar & Lounge. 

It’s about time One&Only made its way to Greece and we’re excited to see the opening of a brand new hotel just minutes from the heart of Athens! One&Only Aesthesis is set to welcome guests in October 2023.  

The second European resort, it will be particularly well suited for families with young children seeking One&Only kids’ club facilities without the long flight times. There will be botanical gardens to roam through, pirate games and a treehouse village to keep them occupied. 

Teens will also be catered for at OneTribe, a place to make friends and learn about local nature. For adults, the resort’s Beach Club and Pool Bar beckon for plenty of all-day hangouts. 

One&Only Aesthesis will benefit from both the treasures of Athens, including the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, and the Athenian Riviera. Here, discover a paradise of sheltered beaches, coastal scenery and protected forests. 

Accommodation will come in the form of rooms, villas and bungalows. There will be more than enough room to bring the entire family!

Are there any new One&Only resort openings? 

Yes, resorts opening shortly include: 

• One&Only Kéa Island, Greece (opening April 2024) 
• One&Only One Za’abeel (Announced) 
• One&Only Moonlight Basin (Announced) 

Located on Dubai’s iconic Palm Island, One&Only The Palm is a beachfront oasis tucked into a private enclave. 

The peaceful resort is surrounded by the shimmering blue of the Arabian Gulf with the Dubai skyline in the distance. It’s the perfect choice if you want to stay somewhere a little more laidback. 

Accommodation here is divided into two hotels and a villa – Manor House, Palm Beach Mansions and a Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa. For extra luxury, we recommend a suite with a private pool and views of the beach. 

Wellness lovers will adore the UAE’s only Guerlain Spa and kids will be well entertained at the KidsOnly Club. Everyone’s a winner on this family holiday. 

As for dining, enjoy a small but mighty collection of restaurants including STAY by Yannick Alléno, 101 Dining Lounge & Bar, Zest and The Lounge.