Top 10 Summer Resorts in the World

Do you know how you’re going to beat the rising mercury levels this year? As monsoon sets in and the weather becomes prohibitively hot, why not whisk your loved ones away to a resort for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Here are some of our top picks for this summer vacation.

Get ready for a well-deserved summer break at one of these 10 best summer resorts from around the world.

Reunion Island - The Palm Hotel & Spa

Reunion Island is a small French island in the Indian Ocean, located near Madagascar and Mauritius. With the best of France and a tropical ocean view, what more could you want in a summer vacation.

The Palm Hotel & Spa is one of the premier resorts on the island, located near the city of Saint-Pierre and overlooked by the dramatic volcanic parks. You experience the rugged countryside, before relaxing in the lap of luxury overlooking the crystal blue waters.

The Palm Hotel and Spa is one of the most luxurious resorts of Reunion Island

Borneo - Sipadan - Kapalai Dive Resort

One of the best ways to escape the heat is to jump in and go diving. Just minutes away from the world famous Ligitan Reef, the Sipadan - Kapalai Dive Resort is the perfect honeymoon destination. With stunning villas located right on the water, you are just a quick speed boat ride away from some of the world’s best diving spots, or just take it easy with a book on the mile-long white sandy beach!

Malaysia - Bagus Place Retreat

Located on the little known Tioman Island, you will find yourself surrounded by white sand beaches, turquoise water and waves splashing gently against the rocks. Bagus Place Retreat is just breathtaking with chalets that are perched over the sea. Perfect for a family vacation, you can swim and snorkel knowing that the waves are gentle and the bay shallow. For the more adventurous, head inland for some trekking or golf, or even take a night dive.

Bagus Place Retreat is a spectacular resort ideal for a fun family holday

Thailand - The Place Koh Tao

If privacy is what you are after then look no further than The Place in Koh Tao. This resort has five luxurious villas with their own private pool, which offer you complete seclusion. A honeymoon destination or romantic break with your loved one, the villas are spacious and come with a magnificent view of the Gulf of Thailand. If you do feel like leaving your room, you can even take a private scuba-diving course. So, what are you waiting for?

Maldives - Cocoa Island

A private island resort, Cocoa Island has just 33 suites overlooking one of the best diving sites in the world. This award-winning hotel is considered one of the best in this exotic destination; you can even slip straight into the sea from your private terrace. If you need to forget about the rest of the world and just relax, then Cocoa Island is for you. Just remember to file it under ‘best luxury destinations’.

At Cocoa Island, dive into the crystal clear waters right from the terrace of your suite

Italy - Hotel Santa Caterina

Why go anywhere else in the world when you can escape to the Mediterranean? The Amalfi Coast is the quintessential European beach vacation destination, and to experience the best in Italian hospitality stay at the Hotel Santa Caterina. Originally built in the late 1800s, this grand old building offers you great luxury with scenic natural terraces overlooking the ocean. Perfect for a family vacation, there is a beach club and a pool area reserved just for guests.

Hotel Santa Caterina promises a European beach vacation like no other

Kenya - Fairmont Mara Safari Club

If you are looking for something that the entire family will enjoy, then the Fairmont Mara Safari Club is as good as it gets. Summer is also the perfect time to see the renowned migration of wildebeest from the Serengeti. Head out on safari each day to also see the Big 5 game or relax on your private viewing deck in the evening and watch the animals come to you. The Fairmont Mara Safari Club is a perfect resort for kids and has camping in style just for you!

Fiji - Namale Resort

Be treated like Pacific royalty at the Namale Resort. Considered to be one of Fiji’s most luxurious resorts, from the minute you arrive and are greeted with a glass of champagne you can relax. Renowned for its spa, this is where you can get a rejuvenating massage whilst looking out to a peaceful rainforest. Looking for a spa vacation to indulge yourself and that special someone, go on you deserve it!

Australia - Lizard Island

The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef is during the Southern winter, and if it is just the two of you, then there is nowhere better to see this natural wonder of the world than from Lizard Island. With 24 sandy beaches and a multitude of hidden lagoons this honeymoon destination is consistently ranked as one of the most romantic resorts in the world.

The enchanting Lizard Island is as intriguing as its name

New Zealand - Grand Mercure Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka

If you really can’t bear the heat, then head to the mountains of New Zealand, for a family vacation. The Grand Mercure Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka offers deluxe apartments and rooms overlooking the Southern Alps. Here, you can indulge in the best alpine activities, from skiing and snow-boarding to skydiving for the more adventurous. In the evening soothe your tired muscles in the indulgent outdoor heated spa.

So plan your holiday today in one of these incredible resorts and book flights and hotels only on MakeMyTrip.com!