Holiday Type / Europe Beaches

Aman’s entrance into Montenegro has cemented the country’s coming of age as a go-to destination. Sveti Stefan islet is a former fifteenth century fortified fishing village combining a collection of leisure, wellness and dining venues with a selection of suites melding historic and contemporary features.

Designed around a chic art concept, the hotel is dramatically perched on a cliff above Miramare Bay close to Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

Built in attractive Mediterranean style in the 1930s and lavishly restored in recent years, Villa Orsula flanks the Adriatic close to the island of Lokrum.

Meaning ‘Queen’ in classical Greek, Anassa sits majestically on one of the finest beaches in Cyprus.

Set in splendid gardens by a sandy beach, this adult focused five-star escape redefines luxury on the Paphos coast.

Enjoying a privileged position on the peninsula, this hotel is the epitome of cool refinement.

Cretan inspired Greek architecture, terracotta colours, mature palms and the endless blue reflected from over one hundred and forty private pools.

Offering sophisticated seclusion, the resort is carved from a precipitous hillside overlooking Vathi beach, close to Agios Nikolaos.

Manifesting an eclectic fusion of cultural influences, this exclusive adults-only boutique hotel lies on the outskirts of captivating Chania where Ottoman, Venetian and Greek architecture provide an unforgettable backdrop.

A stone’s throw from the Venetian castle on the UNESCO-protected Spinalonga Island, this all-suite and villa property sits amid verdant amphitheatre gardens and olive groves, its attractive domed structures blending harmoniously with the surroundings.

Originally a Cretan mansion, the hotel has been a Relais & Châteaux member since 1987.

A hideaway for halcyon days beside the beautiful Bay of Mirabello, this glamorous all-suite hotel is a favoured haunt of Europe’s glitterati.

Part way between Aghios Nikolaos and Elounda lies this private beach resort hotel, blending airy contemporary design with high-end amenities.

This elegant Grecian beach resort is perched above the impossibly blue Aegean in Sithonia.

This member of Small Luxury Hotels is tucked away by a golden sand beach on an unspoilt peninsula close to UNESCO World Heritage site Mount Athos (the men-only monastic state constructed in the 10th Century, of which Prince Charles is a repeat visitor).

The warm waters of the Toroneos Gulf lap the idyllic beaches of southern Halkidiki, where Ikos Resorts have created an utterly contemporary resort offering Greek hospitality at its best.

Stepping into this luxurious all-suite hotel is like entering a private club, where exceptional facilities meet discreet personal service.

The cerulean waters of the Kassandra peninsula promise endless pleasure for those who stay in these luxurious suites within the Sani Resort.

Perfectly situated by a secluded azure bay with white sands and views to Mount Olympus and the Aegean Sea.

The turquoise waters of the Kassandra peninsula lap the beachfront location of Sani Dunes, a new addition to the Sani Resort family open since summer 2017.

A contemporary retreat embracing the rich cultural heritage of Greece, Amanzoe, translated as 'peaceful life', appropriately overlooks undulating olive groves and the Mediterranean Sea from its elevated hilltop position.

An intimate boutique hotel overlooking the sandy beach of Agios Stefanos, the resort offers a relaxed retreat for families and couples alike.

Surrounded by hills and famed for its glorious sunsets, the soft, sandy beach of Ayios Yiannis is the setting for this exquisite white-painted hideaway facing the sacred island of Delos.

This Relais & Châteaux property blends home from home ambience with five-star standards in a family owned boutique hotel.

Connoisseurs of the Greek coastline will know that Elia Beach on Mykonos is one of the finest.

It is hard to imagine a more romantic setting for an Aegean escape than this luxury boutique hotel lying above the beach of Megali Ammos.

Relais & Châteaux impeccability mixes with classic Greek conviviality in this Myconian Collection resort above Elia Beach – one of the prettiest on Mykonos.

Perched on a private peninsula overlooking the Bay of Ornos, five minutes from Mykonos Town, lies a haven of seclusion and sophistication – more luxurious than ever following extensive upgrading throughout.

The Vouliagmeni peninsula – the most exclusive part of the Athenian Riviera – makes a spellbinding setting for this elegant boutique hotel, run with charm and care by the two sons of owner Maria Stavridis.

The Costa Navarino development in Messinia is comprised of several sites set against 4,500 years of history and pristine nature. Serenity pervades The Romanos, a Member of the Starwood Luxury Collection.

Inspired by old Messinian mansions, this picture-perfect retreat with a half-mile sandy beach by the glittering Ionian Sea, comprises clusters of stone built low-rise villas.

A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and awarded Europe’s Leading Villa resort at the World Travel Awards (2017).

Amazing Grace on two of Greece’s Cyclades Islands; these picture-perfect locations are guaranteed to seduce.

This Jacques Couëlle-designed retreat lies in one of the most beautiful bays on the Costa Smeralda.

Friendly intimacy is assured at this family-oriented escape on the sun-blessed Costa Smeralda.

This seafront villa nestles on a private beach in the beautiful Bay of Mazzarò, its refined nineteenth century grandeur conjuring up a bygone era of leisured luxury.

The masserias of Puglia are fast becoming the destination of choice for aficionados of Italian holidaymaking.

This Luigi Vietti designed luxury enclave is an integral part of the Porto Cervo village centre, overlooking the famous Piazzetta.

The masserias of Puglia are fast becoming the destination of choice for aficionados of Italian holidaymaking.

Regularly named the world’s leading resort, Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline.

A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline.

Forte Village lies in extensive lush gardens by a beautiful stretch of sandy Sardinian coastline.

The newest hotel in Forte Village stands immersed in exotic tropical greenery at the heart of the resort.

Perched majestically atop a cliff with ravishing vistas over the Atlantic Ocean, the resort blends Moorish charm with Portuguese hospitality.

Located amidst twenty nine acres of verdant gardens atop the Praia das Gaivotas cliff, this recently refurbished member of The Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers a stay of unparalleled peace and pampering.

Tenerife not only enjoys more hours of sunshine than any other part of Spain, it’s home to Carrier favourite The Ritz-Carlton, Abama.

A resplendent gem on Tenerife’s Costa Adeje, this member of The Leading Hotels of the World is a luxury resort on several levels, comprising three distinct areas of accommodation.

Designed in colonial Canarian-style and offering stunning views over the white sands of Playa Dorada, the property features a wide choice of accommodation including superior rooms overlooking the gardens, pool or sea, and well-appointed suites with every conceivable amenity.

Combining the experienced service of the hotel with the cosseted personal luxury of villa accommodation, this exclusive development is a sumptuous addition to the resort.

Air, water and light create an interplay of elements to give this tranquil Ibizan hotel a bright, bold feel.

Perched on a pine-clad hillside within the protected Datça Peninsula affording breathtaking views over an azure bay and five stunning white sanded beaches.

Luxurious seclusion beckons in an idyllic location aptly named Cennet Koyu – Paradise Bay.

Backed by mountains and just a short walk from a private beach, the resort lies in a quaint former fishing village that has become a smart yachting centre whilst retaining its traditional Turkish charm.