The World’s 10 Best Resorts
Imported from the public 10.best.world guide. Sequence follows its displayed order; it is not a new independent assessment.
Amanoi
Vietnam
Amanoi overlooks Vinh Hy Bay within the landscape of Nui Chua National Park. Curving roofs, latticed windows and natural materials link its pavilions and villas to Vietnamese design, with accommodation distributed between the wooded hills and the coast. Mountain Pavilions have timber sun decks looking towards the national park. Other villas introduce private pools, while larger residences combine separate living and dining pavilions with generous outdoor space. The resort's facilities move between different parts of the landscape: a clifftop pool, a lakeside Aman Spa and a beach club on the sandy shore. Dining likewise follows the setting, with Vietnamese flavours and international dishes served above the bay and beside the beach.
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
United Arab Emirates
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach faces the Arabian Gulf, with Dubai’s skyline forming the opposite backdrop. Its 270 metres of private beachfront sit alongside pools and cabanas, while accommodation ranges from terrace-equipped rooms to suites with separate living areas. Some larger suites add kitchens and dining rooms for extended stays. Sea Fu serves Far Eastern-inspired food beside the water, Hendricks Bar offers an indoor setting for drinks, and Mercury Rooftop looks across the city and sea. The Pearl Spa has ten treatment rooms, a fitness centre and an indoor pool beneath a glass atrium. Family and adults-only pool areas give guests a choice of pace during the day.
Emirates Palace
United Arab Emirates
Emirates Palace, now Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, stands at the western end of the Corniche beside a 1.3-kilometre private beach. Qasr Al Watan is close by, while the hotel’s grounds create a resort setting within the city. Accommodation includes garden-facing rooms with private balconies and larger Palace and Royal suites. The restaurant collection ranges from Hakkasan’s contemporary Cantonese cooking to Talea by Antonio Guida’s Italian dishes, with Episodes serving as a lobby café and poolside venues adding more casual meals. The spa sits within the landscaped grounds. Beachfront padel and tennis courts, together with jogging and cycling trails, give the property an active side beyond the beach and pools.
Casa de Campo Resort and Villas
Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo combines golf, a marina and an equestrian centre in a large Caribbean resort. Three Pete Dye courses include Teeth of the Dog, now reopened after restoration, and Dye Fore. Altos de Chavón adds an artisan-built Mediterranean-style village overlooking the river. Accommodation ranges from casitas and Premier Suites to private villas with dedicated staff. Golf carts help guests move around the grounds, connecting the accommodation with beaches, restaurants and activities. A spa offers treatments between excursions, while dining moves between waterfront settings and the village's cobbled streets.
Forte Village Resort
Sardinia
Forte Village spreads across 123 acres of gardens on Sardinia's southern coast, with a beach, several swimming pools and a choice of eight hotels, suites and private villas. Accommodation ranges from family bungalows to villas with their own gardens and pools, allowing the stay to centre on a larger resort or a more secluded residence. Dining moves between regional Italian cooking, buffets, show kitchens and chef-led restaurants. A dedicated children's restaurant caters for younger guests, including babies. Sports academies and activities for children and teenagers make recreation a substantial part of the resort, while Acquaforte Thalasso & Spa adds a separate programme of seawater-based wellness.
Amanpulo
Philippines
Amanpulo occupies Pamalican Island in the Cuyo Archipelago, where a ring of pale sand separates tropical greenery from clear water and coral reefs. Its private island setting gives the resort a sense of seclusion, with woodland paths, quiet coves and open sea forming the backdrop to a stay. Casitas sit among the trees, on the hillside or beside the beach, offering different ways to experience the landscape. Larger beachfront villas add private pools, with dedicated chef and butler service, making them particularly suited to families or friends seeking more space and independence. Dining draws on locally caught seafood and vegetables and herbs grown on the island. Filipino, Mediterranean, Japanese and Italian influences appear across the resort's venues, from the Beach Club's seaside tables to casual lunches beneath the trees at the Picnic Grove. Individual outlets operate seasonally. Days can be shaped around snorkelling, diving, cruises and water sports, or kept quiet with beach time and treatments at the spa. Amanpulo is especially appealing for guests who want the island itself to set the pace, with dining, accommodation and recreation gathered into one carefully considered retreat.
Atlantis The Royal
United Arab Emirates
Atlantis, The Royal, stands as an awe-inspiring testament to luxury and innovation, gracing the iconic Palm Jumeirah in Dubai with its contemporary grandeur. As a dazzling addition to the Atlantis resort collection, this architectural marvel redefines opulence in the heart of the UAE. The meticulously appointed rooms and suites are sanctuaries of comfort, offering guests a perfect blend of modern sophistication and indulgent relaxation, all while providing magnificent views of the sparkling Arabian Sea or the breathtaking Palm Jumeirah. Culinary experiences at Atlantis, The Royal are nothing short of extraordinary, with a diverse array of world-class restaurants, including the iconic Hell's Kitchen by renowned chef Gordon Ramsay, where gastronomic excellence takes center stage. The resort itself is a world of wonders, featuring a pristine private beach, a mesmerizing underwater aquarium, and the world's largest rooftop infinity pool. Whether you seek serene relaxation, thrilling adventures, or indulgent pampering, Atlantis, The Royal offers a realm of endless possibilities to make every moment unforgettable in the vibrant heart of Dubai's stunning Palm Jumeirah.
One&Only The Palm
United Arab Emirates
One&Only The Palm brings Andalucian-inspired architecture and gardens to a private stretch of sand on Palm Jumeirah. Rooms, suites and villas give guests different ways to stay within this comparatively intimate Dubai beach resort. Three pools and cabanas provide alternatives to the shore. Guerlain Spa adds treatments shaped by the French beauty house, while private cruises and guided Arabian horse rides extend the experience beyond the grounds. Dining has three distinct directions: STAY by Yannick Alléno serves French cuisine, Zest offers Italian flavours and Neapolitan-style pizza beside the pool, and waterfront 101 concentrates on seafood with French-Mediterranean influences. The range makes it easy to give the resort itself a substantial part of a Dubai stay.
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
Vietnam
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay feels island-like, although it occupies a mainland bay reached only by water. Large rock formations, a white-sand beach and a mountain backdrop give the resort its distinctive geography. Private-pool villas are positioned to offer different relationships with the landscape. Beachfront villas have gardens and direct beach access, while Water Pool Villas stand at the water's edge with wooden steps leading into the sea. Terraces and sun decks extend the accommodation outdoors. The choice of villa matters here: the beach offers easy access to sand, while the water-edge accommodation puts swimming and snorkelling close to the room. A dedicated Guest Experience Maker helps guests arrange their time within the resort.
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
Maldives
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort combines rainforest, white-sand beaches and a private lagoon on an Indian Ocean island. Its 33 land-based and 44 overwater villas have island-inspired interiors, private terraces and pools, with ocean or garden outlooks. Butler service is available throughout the stay. An outdoor infinity pool and Iridium Spa provide different settings for relaxation, while water sports, diving and excursions explore the surrounding marine environment. Seven restaurants and bars give the resort a substantial dining offering. Larger multi-bedroom villa estates add more living space for families and groups, and the private yacht Norma offers a further way to travel on the water.