Luxury Beach Holidays

We’re self-proclaimed sun worshippers here at Exsus Travel, and as much as we love adventuring on our travels, sometimes we just want to relax on a beach and enjoy the sunshine. After all, the madness of everyday life means that a holiday which is all about relaxation is often just what the doctor ordered, and there’s nowhere better to fully switch off than at the beach.

Thankfully our years of travel mean we’ve compiled quite the list of the world’s best beaches, and can recommend the perfect destination to suit just about anyone. Whether it’s a romantic week in Greece or a big family jaunt to the Caribbean, we know the best and most beautiful spots to sink your toes into the sand.

To make sure you have the best luxury beach holiday possible, we have also hand-picked the very best beachfront hotels, which all offer unbeatable locations and fantastic service. From bohemian boutique hotels to chic resorts with amazing infinity pools, and even entire private island hotels, we know the very best hotels in the beach business. Of course, a beach holiday doesn’t have to be all about doing nothing, and many of these hotels also offer an extensive array of activities and facilities to keep even the most active traveller happy.

So if you’re hankering after a luxury beach holiday in the sun, take a look at some of our favourite hotels below. We’ve got plenty more to offer too, so get in touch with our experts and let them help choose the perfect place for you.

LUXURY BEACH HOLIDAY HOTELS

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Azura Benguerra Island

Location: Bazaruto & the South Coast of Mozambique | Mozambique

Azura Benguerra Island is a luxury boutique eco-retreat built entirely by hand by the local community on unspoilt Benguerra Island. It offers a wonderful combination of pampering, conservation and pure barefoot escapism.

Best for: Barefoot, Beach, Chic Design, Honeymoon

Belmond Cap Juluca

Location: Anguilla

Located on one of the best beaches in the world, Belmond Cap Juluca offers wow factor in spades. And with the lights of St Maarten left behind on the distant horizon, you have no choice but to switch off and relax - this is a true Caribbean paradise!

Best for: Beach, Luxury Hotel, Chic Design, Honeymoon

Capella Lodge

Location: New South Wales | Australia

This luxury boutique lodge, with the feel of an exclusive beach house, is situated on the tiny Lord Howe Island, a UNESCO world heritage site surrounded by the world’s southernmost coral reef. With just nine suites overlooking a pristine beach, Lord Howe Island is a very special place to unwind at the start or end of your Australian vacation.

Best for: Setting & Views, Eco-tourism, Hideaway, Honeymoon

COMO Parrot Cay

Location: Turks & Caicos Islands

One of the Caribbean’s most unique and exclusive hotels, COMO Parrot Cay is so much more than just a luxury resort. With its crystal-clear waters and beaches rivalling the Maldives, this is the ultimate Caribbean sanctuary for those looking to unwind in blissful yet subtle luxury in stunning surroundings.  

Best for: Beach, Chic Design, Honeymoon, Spa & Wellness

Ecohabs

Location: Tayrona National Park | Colombia

The only high quality accommodation in beautiful Tayrona National Park, Ecohabs combines a stunning setting with rustic but very comfortable rooms. With simply spectacular views down to the turquoise sea and across the rainforest, Ecohabs is an idyllic and intimate escape in a magical location.

Best for: Eco-tourism, Lodge, Peace & Quiet, Rustic

Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel

Location: Galapagos Islands | Ecuador & the Galapagos

Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel is a perfect base for exploring the Galapagos Islands, and offers a range of eco-luxury accommodation options. Meet local wildlife, stroll along the beach, dine on local cuisine and take a refreshing dip in the inviting pool.

Best for: Wildlife & Nature, Beach, Eco-tourism, Snorkelling & Diving

Four Seasons Costa Rica

Location: Northern Pacific Coast | Costa Rica

Fringed by gold-sand beaches, amidst lush mountainside, Four Seasons Costa Rica is one of Costa Rica’s finest luxury hotels. Within a landscape of volcanic peaks, dense forest and deep blue Pacific waters, the secluded resort offers world-class diving, five star luxury and excellent service.

Best for: Beach, Family-friendly, Luxury Hotel, Food & Wine

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai

Location: Central Vietnam | Vietnam

Super-stylish designer villas. Lush, beautifully manicured gardens. A spa that hovers over the water. Just a few things to expect at the divine Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai. One of Vietnam’s top hotels, it exceeds every five-star expectation - and more.

Best for: Chic Design, Beach, Honeymoon, Luxury Hotel

Fundu Lagoon

Location: Zanzibar, Pemba & the Islands | Tanzania

Enchanting and unique, Fundu Lagoon is the ideal post-safari wind-down. This beach lodge is a winning combination of luxury, style, romance and fantasy, with the added bonus of offering some of the best diving in the world.

Best for: Barefoot, Beach, Chic Design, Family-friendly

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Location: Garden Route & Little Karoo | South Africa

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a remote eco-reserve on the South African coastline set within 1,700 hectares of protected land, with an abundance of wildlife, stunning landscapes and access to some of the Cape's most secluded and beautiful beaches. With two lodges to choose from, it is ideal for both families and couples alike.

Best for: Eco-tourism, Setting & Views, Family-friendly, Honeymoon

Japamala

Location: Malaysian Islands | Malaysia & Borneo

The most resplendent resort on the tropical island of Tioman, Japamala is a luxurious hideaway nestled in the jungle. Its wooden chalets overlook stunning white sands, and in undisturbed tranquillity you can wallow in the warmth of the South China Sea, relax the hours away by hidden waterfalls, or dine on incredible cuisine beneath a blanket of glistening stars.

Best for: Beach, Eco-tourism, Hideaway, Honeymoon

Kaya Mawa

Location: Lake Malawi & Likoma Island | Malawi

Mention the name “Kaya Mawa” and past visitors turn misty eyed and start plotting an escape to Malawi. This is one of those legendary lodges that send Africaphiles into raptures, and makes first timers want to return again and again. Perched on the shore of Likoma Island, this is a retreat from modern life and an escape from the outside world.

Best for: Beach, Family-friendly, Honeymoon, Lodge

Kempinski Hotel Bahia

Location: Costa del Sol | Spain

Kempinski Hotel Bahia is a stylish and elegant hotel, and an ideal base for discovering Spain’s beautiful Costa del Sol. Relax on the beach and on your terrace overlooking the Mediterranean, dine on fresh seafood and explore the historic town of Estepona and beyond.

Best for: Setting & Views, Luxury Hotel, Beach, Family-friendly

La Sultana Oualidia

Location: Essaouira & the Southern Coast | Morocco

La Sultana Oualidia is a luxury hotel in Oualidia, a beautiful coastal town in western Morocco. The hotel is housed in a Moorish-style fort fit for a sultan, with a private beach, an outdoor pool and several Jacuzzis overlooking the lagoon and the ocean beyond. Exquisite seafood is served at the restaurant, while the world-class spa facilities are perfect for recharging after a day’s swimming or surfing at the beach.

Best for: Setting & Views, Wildlife & Nature, Beach, Landscapes & Scenery

Tokoriki

Location: Fiji

Arrive at Tokoriki to be met with a chorus of Fijian song, a lei of fragrant flowers and a resounding 'bula', the local welcome greeting. You’ll be shown to your personal villa, with its uninterrupted ocean views, and your own sundeck and pool to admire them from, and by night, soak up the island culture, legends and cuisine with the resort’s traditional barbecues, storytelling and music.

Best for: Hideaway, Setting & Views, Beach, Honeymoon

UXUA Casa

Location: Bahia | Brazil

When Wilbert Das, creative director of Italian fashion label Diesel, opened UXUA Casa, it’s safe to say we were pretty excited. Cool, quirky and situated right on Trancoso’s historic square, this boutique gem comes complete with beautiful rooms, a café, a spa and a beach lounge that is a haven for relaxation.

Best for: Chic Design, Honeymoon, Romantic, Boutique Hotel

White Pearl

Location: Bazaruto & the South Coast of Mozambique | Mozambique

White Pearl is a rare treasure on Mozambique’s lesser-explored south-east coast, combining barefoot bliss with a chic, boutique feel. This makes a refreshing contrast to some of Mozambique’s more rustic hotels, and is perfect for an ultra-exclusive beach escape after your safari.

Best for: Beach, Peace & Quiet, Romantic, Snorkelling & Diving

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