10 Unique Romantic Thailand Honeymoon Ideas

 

Banyan Tree DoublePool Villas in Phuket is an ultra luxury hideaway for couples with just 24 stunning villas, each with huge pool surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens. A sandy tropical beach fronts the resort, great for swimming and romantic sunset walks. Choose from a rich menu of Eastern and holistic therapies focused on finding spiritual, mental and physical harmony. The resort offers meditation and yoga classes, including soothing yoga, to help you relax and rejuvenate. Play a challenging game of golf at Laguna Phuket Golf Club. Facilities include a covered area for sun and rain protection, a full length driving range, putting greens, practice bunkers and chipping areas. The fitness center has modern gym equipment and tennis courts.

Take cooking classes using fresh seasonal ingredients. Guests participating in the class receive a certificate. Each villa is so spacious and luxurious that you may be tempted to order in and have a meal in the privacy of your own terrace. Or you can ask the staff to set up a romantic dinner right on the water. If you prefer to eat at a restaurant, Tre serves contemporary French Vietnamese cuisine. Nightly rates start at THB 29,000 per night (+66 76 372 400).

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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok is the hotel of choice for traveling royalty and dignitaries. The hotel is furnished with opulence and features one of the most beautiful spas in the world. The spa is situated in a Thai-style house of carved, golden teak wood. Try the popular Oriental Massage, the Jet Lag Recovery Treatment or the Oriental Herbal Pack. The hotel offers 358 guest rooms and 35 suites, most with scenic river views. Guest accommodations are decorated with Thai touches and feature a work desk, a bathroom with separate bathtub and walk-in shower and private butler service. The hotel has nine restaurants and lounges, including Le Normandie, one of Asia's most renowned French restaurants, and Lord Jim's which features traditional Thai dancing. Room rates start at THB 13,150 per night (+66-2-659-9000).

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Adventure movie lovers and James Bond fans will fall in love with Point Yamu by Como in Phuket. It is located on a peninsula, very close to the Phang Nga Bay where the movie "The Man with the Golden Gun" was filmed. The luxury hotel offers stunning views of the lime stone cliffs and coral reefs of the Andaman Sea. The Italian designer Paola Navone has worked with Gervasoni and Armani Casa to create simple and elegant spaces throughout the hotel. There are 30 villas and 79 rooms at the resort, all offering stunning views of the bay. The interiors are contemporary and uncluttered, with turquoise and blue accents. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame beautiful ocean views. Ask for a room with a private terrace where you can have breakfast overlooking the ocean.

The hotel has two restaurants. La Sirena serves Italian cuisine next to the pool overlooking the bay. Sample Thai dishes at Nahmyaa, inspired by street food of Thailand. Choose from curries, noodle soups, sates, fish cakes as well as fried, steamed or grilled fish. The Central Bar is open daily from 9 am to midnight, serving juices, smoothies and delicious cocktails. The lounge is on the ground floor offers a diverse selection of drinks and snacks. The COMO Shambhala Retreat is a beautiful Thai wellness center with a yoga studio, 7 treatment rooms and 4 Thai massage alcoves. Two of the treatment rooms were designed to accommodate couples. The wellness center has a gym, Jacuzzi and separate men's and women's steam rooms. Get married with spectacular views of Phang Nga Bay while the hotel wedding planners take care of your every wish. The courtyard at the hotel can accommodate weddings of up to 150 people. The resort is 25 minutes from Phuket International Airport. Room rates start at THB 15,000 per night.

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© RarinJinda Wellness Spa Resort

RarinJinda Wellness Spa Resort in Chiang Mai, Thailand is the perfect place for couples seeking a romantic atmosphere and complete rejuvenation. There are four different types of accommodations available, including the 1,765-square-foot RarinJinda Villa which has a balcony, outdoor Jacuzzi, and an outdoor terrace. The 1,001-square-foot Wellness Suite has a balcony, indoor Jacuzzi and en-suite bathroom. The Deluxe Pool Access Room offers 570 square feet of living space while the Deluxe Room measures 495 square feet. The Baan Thai Conference room is a 140-year-old teak wood house that accommodates up to 60 people and is ideal for private parties and wedding ceremonies. Deck1 Restaurant serves Modern Asian Fusion cuisine in a romantic setting. The restaurant offers a breakfast buffet, lunch, afternoon tea, and a full course dinner. On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant presents live jazz music. Read more

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© Hyatt Regency Hua Hin

Hyatt Regency Hua Hin Thailand is a luxury 5 star tropical beach getaway set on a sandy stretch of beach. Surrounded by over 12 acres of lush tropical gardens, the hotel has designer pools and ocean views. The hotel has 211 guest rooms and suites with private balconies and original artwork. The Barai residential spa offers 18 private treatment rooms, and eight spa suites for treatments and overnight stays. Treatments are inspired by Thai traditions and the balance of the four elements: water, earth, air and fire. Local attractions include Klai Kang Won Palace, Pa-La-U Waterfall and Hua Hin Night Market. If you are traveling with children, there is a water slide, game room and many water sports. Room rates start at 3,600 THB per night (+66 3 252 1234).

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Vana Belle in Koh Samui offers 80 private suites and villas with stunning ocean views. Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest island, surrounded by warm tropical waters, a beautiful coral reef abundant with fish and other marine life. Calm tropical surroundings at the hotel are enhanced with a luxury spa and relaxing activities such as yoga and gourmet dining. Each suite and villa has a private pool and terrace, ideal for lounging in the sun. Rates start from THB 15,000/night (about USD $505). The hotel's sister property W Retreat Koh Samui is another great place to stay in Koh Samui.

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Santiburi Beach Resort, Golf and Spa is located on 23 lush tropical acres in Koh Samui in northern Thailand. The hotel has a calm sandy beach ideal for swimming, a wide range of luxurious suites and villas, fine restaurants and lounges, wellness and entertainment facilities. Play golf on a nearby scenic island golf course or choose from various sporting options at and near the resort. The hotel has a dozen luxurious single or double bedroom duplex suites and 59 spacious villas overlooking the scenic gardens or the beach. Ask for a villa closest to the beach so that you can go for a refreshing swim when you wake up in the morning.

The Vimarnmek showcases mouth-watering buffets of continental and Asian dishes. Thai cuisine is served at the Sala Thai, while the Rim Talay offers grilled seafood and views of Mae Nam Bay. The Taksin Lounge and Poolside Bar offer a menu of snacks, light lunch, refreshing beverages and cocktails. Relax with a massage in one of the private treatment rooms with tropical Jacuzzi gardens. The hotel has an air-conditioned fitness center, fully-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities.

The Par-72, 6,930-yard golf course has been called one of the beautiful courses in Asia and is part of the PGA Asian Tour. The course is located 10 minutes from the hotel end enjoys cool mountain winds. As a guest, you will receive tee time priority on the course. There is no handicap requirement to play. It is recommended that beginner golfers start on the easier 9 holes because the course is quite demanding. The clubhouse features Thai architectural style and has views down towards the sea. There is a pro shop that sells and rents equipment. Green Fee is THB 3.000 for hotel guests, plus mandatory THB 750 for the cart and THB 300 for the personal caddy. (For non-hotel guests green fee is THB 4.000 per round plus mandatory THB 300 for the caddy and THB 750 for the cart).

You can participate in several organized sports activities, such as batik painting, gel candle making and Thai culinary classes. The Kids' Activity Center offers a game room, library and competitive outdoor activities. For kids aged three years and younger, there is The Kid's Club that attends to their needs. At the end of every fun-filled day, complimentary tea drinks and refreshments are served to parents while kids are treated to a buffet. Plan a dream beach wedding at the resort, followed by a relaxing honeymoon in the tropics.

Guests have access to resort butlers, private limousine transfers and other five star services. Beach butlers pamper guests with complimentary bottled mineral water, towels, ice cream and fruits twice a day. Room rates start at 8,180 THB per night (+66 77 425 031).

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© InterContinental Pattaya Resort

InterContinental Pattaya Resort is a luxury getaway in one of Asia's top beach destinations. The property offers vacationers spectacular ocean views, modern accommodations and a choice of things to do. There are three swimming pools, tropical gardens, beach bar and Amburaya spa, all inviting you to kick back and relax in a stunning tropical setting. The oceanfront restaurant serves delicious cuisine with emphasis on wood-fired oven dishes. The spa offers a menu of Asian and Western spa treatments and a soothing relaxation lounge, perfect for sipping healthy herbal juices. Rates start at THB 4,420 per night.

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If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind place to immerse yourself in the Thai culture, book a stay at the Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai. The resort offers a wide selection of cultural activities, as well as luxury amenities such as two swimming pools and a beautiful Thai spa. The resort is set on 60 natural acres with views over paddy fields. You will be close to Chiang Mai's major cultural attractions and just 15 minutes from the airport. Ban Sam Lang, the Arts and Crafts village, offers traditional demonstrations, lectures and classes in flower arranging, dance and music. Guests are invited to participate in daily rituals, such as the offering of rice to Buddhist monks on their morning alms rounds.

Learn Thai cooking techniques from the best at the Oriental Culinary Academy. The cooking school offers lessons for up to 20 students at a time. Classes take place 6 days of the week and include informative trips to the local market and preparation of a four course meal. Choose from several distinct accommodation options, including 54 colonial suites, all with separate sitting areas; 64 private villas, some with private plunge pools and 5 opulent residences, some with private pools. Choose from a variety of flavors on your vacation to Thailand, including Fine French cuisine at Farang Ses, regional Chinese dishes at Fujian, Authentic Thai dining at Le Grand Lanna, Mediterranean breakfasts and Sunday Jazz brunch at Akaligo, light lunches at Colonial Pool Bar, poolside dining at Loy Kham Bar, evening cocktails at Horn Bar and cake at the Oriental Shop. Room rates at the resort start at THB 18,099 per night (+66 (53) 888 888).

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© Layan Resort & Spa

Intricate Thai culture meets peaceful tranquility and modern luxury at Layana Resort & Spa, a resort that boasts a personalized experience like no other. Lavish rooms and suites designed in contemporary Thai style and fitted with ethnic furnishings and modern amenities await guests.

Facilities include a spa, library, fitness center, business center, infinity pool, and the resort’s beautifully manicured reflective garden. Guests can partake in many activities; kayaking, mountain biking, snorkeling, scuba diving, Thai boxing, and authentic Thai cookery classes are some of the leisure activities you might want to try. Layana Resort is built to offer total peace and relaxation, and therefore it is an adults-only resort, so all guests must be over 18 years of age.

272 Moo 3 Saladan, Phra-Ae Beach, Koh Lanta, Krabi 81150, Thailand, + 66 7560 7100

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