The best beach vacations take place at a gentle and serene pace. From Doha to Cannes, keep things simple while enjoying some sunshine by booking a beachfront resort or hotel. These are the top beach resorts in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East
As always, check for travel guidelines and closures before planning your trip.
The St. Regis Le Morne Resort, Mauritius
Wake for a wander along the sands before breakfast at The St. Regis Le Morne Resort, Mauritius on the island of Mauritius, where the dreamiest suites come with direct beach access. And what a beach it is, with its smooth golden sands stretching along the coast between verdant forest and coral reef. The Indian Ocean waters are warm, and the unmistakable silhouette of Le Morne Brabant Mountain is a stunning backdrop for days spent in total relaxation or exploring the reef, kitesurfing, or windsurfing.
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
A city center hotel with a wide sandy beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha stands on the waterfront of the Qatar capital and has signature suites that offer brilliant sea views. It’s hot and sunny in Doha year-round, so pack the beach gear and get ready to relax at your beach resort escape.
There’s a serene feel here, with extensive landscaped gardens surrounding the pool and award-winning restaurants serving up everything from perfectly cooked steaks to Asian-fusion cuisine, all with an ocean vista. You can also enjoy a variety of beach activities, from paddleboating to parasailing.
Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort
Some of the very best rooms at Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort in Egypt look straight out to the beach and on to the Red Sea beyond. You’ll gaze at the Red Sea from the lagoon-like alfresco pool. Aquarius Diving Club — located directly on the beach at the hotel — offers boat trips to dive with dolphins, manta rays, and sea turtles. Back at the resort, settle into the beachfront Sunshine Bar for a cocktail with a seaside view.
JW Marriott Cannes
Located on the Boulevard de la Croisette in the very heart of Cannes, JW Marriott Cannes boasts one of the most sought-after locations in the south of France. At this top beach resort in Europe, you’re just across the street from the seaside, its soft sands tempting you to unwind on a lounger, while the hotel’s suites and rooftop swimming pool offer wraparound Mediterranean views.
Don’t miss lunch at Palais Stéphanie Beach, where you’ll gaze out at the Lérins Islands and Esterel mountains while dining on world cuisine with Japanese flavors.
Hotel Cala di Volpe, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Costa Smeralda
Speedboats cruise through the waters and a light breeze rustles the grass as you recline on your sun lounger at Hotel Cala di Volpe, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Costa Smeralda. The lush setting lends a tranquil vibe to this Sardinian hotel, its dock stretching out across the shallow, clear waters of the Mediterranean as if nudging you to take a boat trip, perhaps from the hotel’s private beach. Every bedroom comes with a terrace, many with a sea view.
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
At The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, you’ll stroll through gardens shaded by copious palms and emerge onto sun-lounger-dotted Jumeirah Beach. Spend your days at this perfect beach resort in the Middle East while gazing out at The Palm Island offshore. Soak up the Dubai sunshine before wandering to the beach bar for a sundowner, sipped while reclining on one of the cushions laid out in the sand.
Caresse, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bodrum
It feels as if the entire building looks out over the beach at Caresse, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bodrum, an oceanside getaway where you can recline beneath thatched beach umbrellas. Wooden terraces and balconies outside each suite offer romantic lounging spots fit for two, while the beach resort’s pool deck runs along the water’s edge, inviting you to step in and enjoy a swim in the azure waters of Türkiye. You’ll also find yourself drawn to the main infinity pool, perched above the Aegean with dazzling views.
W Costa Navarino
W Costa Navarino was the first W hotel to open in Greece, and the hotel certainly picked a prime spot, offering villas right on the beach and featuring private pools. Sun loungers and umbrellas dot the hotel’s Beach Club, which stretches for almost 500 yards. For water sports fans, kayaking and sailing in the calm waters of the Bay of Navarino can be arranged.
Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection
Set on the beachfront of one of Corfu’s most stunning spots — the Blue Flag-awarded Glyfada Beach — Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection is a superb beach resort. The sands here are beautifully golden, and the hotel will reserve you a sunbed to ensure your lounging spot is ready when you are. Accommodations are spacious, meaning there’s enough space for the whole family, and there’s a splash pool for the kids, too.
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
A striking pink palace on the shores of sun-drenched Tenerife, The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama has an exclusive beach area that will draw you in every morning. The calm waters here are ideal for a gentle swim or splash, and the views peer straight out to neighboring La Gomera island. You’ll find yourself staring into the sea from pretty much everywhere here, including your spacious suite and the large Lagoon Pool.
There are multiple gourmet dinner options at this stunning beach resort. Don’t miss M.B., a much-lauded, inventive Spanish meal that highlights incredible Canarian produce.
Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve
The Algarve region of Portugal is known for extensive stretches of beach, and Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve offers easy access to one of the region’s best beaches, Praia de Falésia, via a glass elevator and boardwalk. The hotel is perched atop the cliffs, which means you get grand views of the Atlantic from many suites, as well as from the Mirador Champagne Bar and the nine-hole golf course.
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