27 Top Overwater Bungalows in the World (2023)

The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort

Indulge in your tropical wanderlust during your honeymoon with French Polynesian flair at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. The exclusive St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is a 44-acre resort with elite accommodation offering villas over the crystal waters of the South Pacific, a 13,000 sq ft Miri Miri spa, and the Lagoon Restaurant by Jean Georges.

The St. Regis boasts the largest overwater villas in the South Pacific, starting at 1,550 square feet. Honeymooners revel in the turquoise blue waters stretching out beneath their luxurious accommodations. For ultimate privacy, reserve a secluded beach villa surrounded by lush palms. Each villa features unique amenities including spacious terraces with gazebos, whirlpools, or plunge pools.

Explore Bora Bora easily from the luxury resort. Sail around the island’s azure waters, or dive under to meet black tip reef sharks and rays up close. After your island adventure, swim in the Lagoonarium, work out in the fitness center, or unwind with a spa treatment. Order a cocktail at the swim-up bar, or sample international and Polynesian-inspired cuisine at our four restaurants. With its beautiful surroundings and refined amenities, the resort is a serene destination for your honeymoon.

The W Maldives

Escape to W Maldives, a luxury 5-star private island resort setting the stage to fuel honeymooners’ lust for life. The W Maldives is a private island and luxury playground in a wonderland of white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, and breathtaking reefs. This stunning resort will make the perfect destination for your Maldives honeymoon. You simply must go look at the pictures of this jaw-dropping resort.

W Maldives is a resort offering luxurious accommodations including beachfront bungalows and overwater villas. There are plenty of dining options on the island, showcasing various cuisine types. Relax at AWAY® Spa or WET® pool with your new spouse. The resort offers countless activities, including water sports, yacht cruises, and a getaway to a secluded and private island. Check into one of the 77 private escapes for your honeymoon. Each accommodation has an infinity pool, where innovative design magnifies spectacular surroundings.

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In this paradise, infinite days welcome a wonderland of white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, and breathtaking reefs. Flirt with adventure over the water with adrenaline-filled water sports or go DOWN UNDER with a PADI diving professional and discover the best dive spots in the Maldives. Unwind at the pampering AWAY® Spa. Go gourmet at the six restaurants and bars.

W ignites an obsessive desire to soak it in, live it up, and hit repeat with their motto “Whatever/Whenever.” Embrace it for your honeymoon.

Sandals Royal Caribbean Overwater Bungalows

All-Inclusive, Adults-Only, and Overwater Bungalows. What else do you need? Oh 24-hour room service, a water taxi and personalized butler service? Sandals Royal Caribbean has that too.

You don’t need to go outside to appreciate the Caribbean’s best crystal-clear waters with the glass floors at Sandals Royal Caribbean. With ‘sea-through’ glass floors, you can experience the ocean from the comfort of your luxurious villa. All night lighting ensures you can enjoy the sea anytime.

Sandals Royal Caribbean  in Jamaica is a magical mix of lifestyles from Britain to Bali. The exquisite attention to detail and luxurious accommodations combined to create the atmosphere that is Sandals Royal Caribbean. The unmatched island hospitality and five star all-inclusive service will make for a relaxing honeymoon in Jamaica.

The luxurious Overwater Bungalows are one of a kind. The mysteries of the Orient unfold in a secluded natural setting where casual poolside and beachside pleasures can be enjoyed by day, while chic parties, an authentic Thai restaurant, and island-style extravaganzas invite excitement by night.

Explore our full review of a Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort and Private Island honeymoon.

Sandals South Coast Overwater Bungalows

The spectacular overwater bungalows at Sandals South Coast are simply incredible. These newly built overwater bungalows deliver an immersive journey of the Caribbean’s finest turquoise waters.

Each bungalow features an expansive patio with a Tranquility Soaking Tub^™ for two. The luxurious over-the-water hammock is the perfect place to watch a sunset. The bungalows also have outdoor showers and a suspended patio with swim-up platform. The interior of the bungalow has “sea-through” glass floors that provide undersea views, a king-size bed, and a spacious, spa-style bathroom.

This all-inclusive, adult-only resort has it all.

Sandals South Coast is a top honeymoon destination in the world and the best way to experience the magical resort is in an overwater bungalow.

Read our full review and guide to a Sandals South Coast honeymoon.

Sandals Grande St. Lucian Overwater Bungalows

Sandals Grande St. Lucian is an idyllic all-inclusive resort located on its very own peninsula.

This magnificent adults-only resort showcases awe-inspiring panoramic views and Over-The-Water Bungalows that will linger in your heart forever. Volcanic mountains draped in blankets of green rise majestically from an impossibly clear blue sea. A sheltered mile-long beach extends an open invitation for days of endless water play.

These groundbreaking, innovative designs merge modern luxury with exotic palapa-style architecture to deliver an immersive journey of the Caribbean’s finest turquoise waters. An expansive patio features Sandals signature Tranquility Soaking Tub™ for two, an over-the-water hammock, outdoor shower and a suspended patio with swim-up platform, while the interior boasts sea-through glass floors that guarantee undersea views, a king-size bed, and a spacious, spa-style bathroom.

This is paradise as it was meant to be, full of natural beauty, rich in history, and resplendent in pure romance. Sandals Grande St. Lucian is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy some well-deserved R&R. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or an exciting adventure, Sandals Grande St. Lucian’s overwater bungalows are sure to exceed your expectations!

Soneva Jani

Inspired by the word ‘wisdom’ in Sanskrit, Soneva Jani comprises a series of Overwater Bugalows set within a lagoon of crystal clear waters, fringed by pristine beaches and draped in lush tropical greenery. The highlight of the islands that the resort calls home is the private lagoon that surrounds it; an awe-inspiring azure sight that inspires a sense of calm. Soneva Jani, located in the Medhufaru lagoon of the Noonu Atoll, consists of five islands, the largest of which is Medhufaru, which is 150 acres in size. The resort can be reached by a scenic 40 minute seaplane flight directly from Male International Airport, a 60 minute speedboat ride.

With beautifully designed interiors made of sustainable materials, the villas are fitted with a spacious master bedroom. Villas have an open-air bathroom with a bathtub, a pool and a lagoon. They also have a walk-in mini-bar with an espresso machine and a selection of private wineries. There is also an outdoor deck and a seating area with sun loungers and direct access to the lagoon. Soneva Jani is the pinnacle of honeymoon luxury.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui

Suspended between turquoise waters and limitless skies, Conrad Bora Bora Nui nestles in a sacred cove of white sand and majestic lava rock. Here you will find a sensitive blend of authenticity and luxury – the very best of Polynesian tradition combined with sumptuous comfort for your honeymoon.

Located on a private island – Motu To’opua, honeymooners will experience the longest private stretch of soft white sand beaches nestled between the soaring backdrop of Mount Otemanu and the mesmerizing lagoon. The fully renovated resort boasts a variety of accommodations, from the spacious Lagoon View Suites perfect for honeymooners, to the spectacular overwater villas and extravagant Presidential Villas. Dining options are in abundance and are sure to satisfy your culinary experience with six restaurants and bars.

For the adventurous, there is an array of activities from hiking to swimming with sharks. For a truly unique experience, spend a day at the private islet Motu Tapu, enjoy a picnic prepared by award-winning chefs, sip on Champagne, and take in the serenity.

LUX North Male Atoll

For an ultra-LUXurious honeymoon in the Maldives, look no further than LUX* North Male Atoll breaks away from the classic thatched-roofed Maldivian villa and offers modern penthouse villas and spectacularly designed spaces to play, relax and retreat.

A short transfer from Male by speedboat, this intimate resort is a visual feast of nautical forms and tones. Harnessing the fresh vision of Singapore design house Miaja, each of the 67 double storey residences features a private pool blending superyacht panache with a vibrant South Beach pulse.

Each residence is crowned with a magnificent private Sky-Lounge. These high-life stages stretch playful imagination to their limits, enabling inspired indoor-outdoor living and a unique perspective on the planet’s flattest country.

Opportunities for drinking and dining range from the openly elegant to the intimately luxurious. Glow Restaurant is an international meeting-point of creative world cuisine, INTI guides you on a delicious journey through Peru and Japan, the height of truly bespoke taste is hidden in the opulent chamber of Barium, whilst Beach Rouge provides a feet-in-the-sand, sea breezy scenario to take you from day to night.

There’s a wealth of ways to relax – or raise your game, and the invitations to adventure are endless. You’ll find two swimming pools, a translucent overwater LUX* Me Spa, world-renowned diving, high adrenaline water sports, private yacht voyages, tennis and beach volleyball courts – or unwind in dedicated beauty spots for tai chi and yoga. We also invite you to join us at inspirational classes and expert-led workshops, with a forward-thinking kids club completing the offering.

A uniquely exclusive paradise retreat – where breezy island living meets jet-set chic – LUX* North Male Atoll is luxury makes for an incredible honeymoon destination.

Baros Maldives

Baros, a natural paradise with a lush island canopy, makes for a picture-perfect honeymoon destination. You’ll discover life is warm under the Baros sun. Rise early for a morning yoga session, embark on a sandbank picnic, dive into the underwater world, or just laze your time away by the balmy seas.

The resort has been welcoming guests since 1973, and have spent decades honing their services and cultivating a romantic environment, creating a truly legendary resort.

The villas are cocoons of absolute comfort and serenity, of warm timbers and cosy furnishings. Stretching overwater and nestled on the beach in natural jungle, each is a magical hideaway, where you can escape the cares of the world.

AYADA Maldives

Located on a beautiful private island with pristine beaches and lush tropical greenery, Ayada Maldives offers a truly luxurious honeymoon destination with a genuine Maldivian style.

A wide range of restaurants, large villas with private infinity pools and our multiple award winning AySpa make Ayada Maldives an excellent choice for your honeymoon. A large variety of water-sports, excursions and further activities are available for our guests.

Intercontinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa

A sanctuary from today’s fast-paced world, InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa is located between the two hearts of Motu Piti Aau, a coral island on the barrier reef.

With breathtaking vistas, stunning overwater villas and suites, turquoise waters, lush tropical gardens, and an array of cultural and marine activities, the resort will allow you to experience the essence of Bora Bora as a place of deep tranquility. Facing majestic Mount Otemanu, the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa is your ideal tropical luxury resort to experience a truly unique honeymoon.

The Deep Ocean Spa is the centerpiece, but the resort offers lots of cultural and recreational activities to fill your days including canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling, stargazing and handicraft demonstrations. Glass-bottom cabins connect you to the wonder of marine life that surrounds the resort – where having a relaxing massage comes with a view of colorful fish swimming beneath you.

El Dorado Maroma

Located on one of the Top Ten Beaches of the World, El Dorado Maroma is a luxurious, exclusive Caribbean resort for romantic couples and adventurous vacationers alike. Intimate and close to the beach. Rustic and luxury at the same time.

The hotel offers exceptional amenities and gourmet cuisine. Receive a personalized butler and concierge service, arrive in style with a champagne check-in. It is rustic, because it is not pretentious and has been built using traditional materials and with the philosophy of embracing the bounty of nature and the local environment. It lies directly on the beach of Maroma, rated by independent critics to be one of the best beaches in the world.

Likuliku Lagoon Resort – Adults Only

Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a haven of natural luxury for adults only and reserved exclusively for guests in-residence at the resort.  A wilderness island retreat, it is the first and only resort in Fiji with authentic over water-bures, in a natural ocean lagoon, surrounded by a protected marine sanctuary.

It is a unique and special place for honeymooners amidst a pristine environment, designed with integrity to Fijian cultural values, traditional designs and architecture, and is embraced by the renowned warmth of the Fijian people.

From the water it looks like an ancient village, so traditional is the style. The beating heart of the Resort is a magnificent building in the design of a Fijian canoe house. Surrounded by sprawling ceilings, hand-woven thatch and an exotic mix of natural materials and modern elements, Likuliku Lagoon Resort embodies the richness of an ancient culture with vibrant present-day lifestyle touches.

Noku Maldives

Nestled beyond the soft powdery shores and crystal blue waters, Noku Maldives offers a peaceful and intimate honeymoon destination.

With 50 modern private villas on Kuda Funafaru in Noonu Atoll. Noku Maldives offers comfort, space and tranquility. The crystal blue lagoon reveals diverse fish life where one might even spot a resident sea turtle.

Set sail on the private yacht to discover spinner dolphins, savour the world on a plate with a tasty international cuisine and indulge the senses with the wellness treatments at Noku Spa.

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa

If you’re looking for a romantic getaway, look no further than Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa in the Maldives. This adults-only resort is set on a beautiful island in North Malé Atoll, and features pure white sand beaches and a sparkling lagoon.

Set against a backdrop of azure skies and pristine waters, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives is a true paradise for couples and honeymooners. The resort offers the ultimate in privacy and luxury, featuring overwater or beachside villas with direct access to the lagoon.

You can spend your days playing beach games, snorkeling or diving, and exploring the underwater world of some of the top dive sites in the Maldives. Plus, with traditional dhoni boats available to take you around the island, you’ll never be far from the action.

The Gold All-Inclusive plan is the perfect way to experience all that the resort has to offer, with unlimited dining at four incredible restaurants, plus premium beverages included. Whether you’re indulging in world-class seafood at Oceans, savouring traditional Thai dishes at Suan Bua, enjoying pizza and pasta at La Brezza, or tucking into Arabic favourites at Al Khaimah, there’s something to suit every taste. And with unlimited wine, beer, cocktails and soft drinks included, you can raise a toast to your perfect Maldives getaway.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing honeymoon or an action-packed adventure, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa is the perfect choice.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

Ecologically Friendly Inspired Accommodations

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, nestled between verdant rainforest and white-sand beaches on an exclusive private island, overlooks the seductive waves of the Indian Ocean. As you explore the tropical beauty and rich marine life of this peaceful, eco-conscious setting, their hosts are ready to welcome you.

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Unparalleled relaxation is promised by the private lagoon, Iridium Spa, and outdoor infinity pool. With the help of the St. Regis signature Butler Service, a large variety of water sports and excursions at a world-class diving center can be arranged. In addition, at one of the six restaurants and bars, an exquisite culinary trip awaits. Each of the 33 on-land and 44 over-water villas, boasting refined furnishings and island-inspired design, promises picturesque ocean or garden views from private terraces and pools.

Kihavah Villas

Begin Your Journey on Uncovering the Mesmerizing Oceanic Secrets

The Maldives luxury resort island of Anantara Kihavah and its pure white sands rise up from the ocean like a mirage, surrounded by nothing but a turquoise lagoon that melts into sapphire blue.

This was where Arab merchants sailing to the Far East took refuge for centuries; a lush paradise blessed by coconut, papaya, and mango trees. The seafarers were also attracted by the abundance of the ocean surrounding the island, exploring the archipelago through the stars to the archipelago, where a prehistoric volcano sank back into the oceans, leaving blooming corals within a house reef and a wealth of lagoon fish.

The design pays homage to the old seafarers, fusing indigenous materials with the Indian Ocean, Arab and Portuguese motifs. Enjoy the luxury of space in your beach villa or water villa in your private pool. Snorkeling with mantas and sea turtles at Hawksbill. Stargaze into the evening. Dine at this enchanting sanctuary on a deserted sandbank or under the ocean’s crust.

Le Meridien Bora Bora

Le Meridien Bora Bora is a luxury resort in Bora Bora, French Polynesia set on an islet surrounded by the most beautiful lagoon in the world and overlooking Mount Otemanu.

Located on an unspoiled tropical beach with no road access and views across Bora Bora Lagoon to Mount Otemanu, Le Méridien offers a secluded honeymoon escape. The grounds include a sea-turtle protection center, infinity-edge pool, and 3 restaurants. Every accommodation is luxurious and romantic, from the beachfront and overwater bungalows, to the suites and villas with private pools on the beach front.

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is a South Pacific honeymoon paradise, combining the highest standards of service with ultramodern comforts and the natural ease and gracious hospitality of the Polynesian culture. Set upon Bora Bora’s surrounding coral atoll, the Resort is a vast tropical grove, replete with coconut palms and pandanus trees.

Meandering channels of pure turquoise lead to the main beach or to smaller lagoons, waiting to be discovered. Every vista is breathtaking. The Resort offers 108 overwater bungalow suites and seven inclusive beachfront villa estates, all designed with thatched roofs and decorated with indigenous artwork.

Four restaurants offer a vast selection of creative culinary experiences, while the full-service spa is balanced by the powerful rhythms of the Pacific Ocean and the tranquility of the island’s lagoon – offering an unmatched combination of relaxation and exhilaration for your Bora Bora honeymoon.

Milaidhoo Island Maldives

Not just another five star resort in the Maldives, at Milaidhoo, they like to do things differently: it’s called reinvented luxury. The resort claims “we don’t think of our guests as typical honeymooners but as storywriters, crafting their dream honeymooon, and this is where your story of a small island begins.”

Recently opened in November 2016, Milaidhoo is a boutique luxury resort in the Baa Atoll UNESCO biosphere reserve, close to Hanifaru Bay, 126km north west of Male.

Designed for couples seeking peace and privacy, the resorts is not adults-only but limits visitors to guests aged nine and above.

The resort offers a perfect destination for nature lovers as the own coral reef, which encircles the island, is a protected area and noted as an outstanding snorkelling and diving site in its own right.

Everything at Milaidhoo has been custom made and made for comfort; crafted around your needs. Service is tip top but always friendly, in line with our ‘barefoot informality’ ethos. Experience a taste of the true Maldives, opening doors to Maldivian culture and unique experiences.

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

If the Maldives are the pearls of the Indian Ocean, Four Seasons Resort Kuda Huraa is one of its rarest gems and a perfect destination for a luxurious honeymoon.

The hotel offers a perfectly rounded incarnation that is true to itself and its setting; prizes outstanding service above short-lived gimmicks; and embraces each guest’s stay with an almost familial devotion.

A strong marine theme runs throughout all the activities and facilities: surfing, diving, turtle and coral conservation, SUP yoga and The Island Spa’s Healing Waters treatment menu to name a few.

Four restaurants and two bars are complemented by private dining options including sandbank barbecues and private over water gazebos.

Sofitel Private Island Bora Bora

Overlooking one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world, Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island is located in the heart of the exceptional Matira Bay, nestled on a private islet facing the main island of Bora Bora. A secret hideaway where you can enjoy a peaceful and romantic retreat, regenerate yourself and savour the exquisite feeling of being at home on your own private island. This boutique hotel is emphasizing privacy and intimacy to create a unique experience in the heart of native vegetation surrounded by turquoise water and beautiful coral gardens.

InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort

In the calm embrace of nature, immersed in the relaxed Polynesian way of life, the InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort will give you an unforgettable tropical honeymoon. The resort is located to the south side of the main island, at the famous Matira point, considered as one of the most beautiful beach in the world.

Enjoy meals at one of two restaurants or Let the organize dinner for you on the beachfront or at the end of the pontoon. Stylish overwater bungalows stretch out over the lagoon, with the peaks of Otemanu and Pahia rising up in the distance – the perfect romantic destination for honeymooners seeking an exotic getaway.

Vahine Island

Located on a private island of 23 acres on the north of Tahaa, Vahine Island offers a unique experience in an idyllic place: luxurious accommodation, delicious cuisine, a typical Polynesian Spa, large coconut grove on an impeccable lawn and white sandy beach. Honeymooners will find total peace and privacy in the middle of one of the most beautiful lagoons of French Polynesia.

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Set on an enchanting private island in the pristine Lhaviyani Atoll in the Maldives, Hurawalhi Island Resort is much like your relationship: it is a perfect match of serenity and excitement, comfort and adventure; it stirs up your every atom with an intricate blend of intimacy and thrill.

Above, below and by the water, honeymooners looking for a beach break are in for a 5-star treat that holds a perfect balance between tranquility and pizzazz: sublime accommodation, generous all-inclusive service, spa indulgences, marvelous coral reefs and lagoons set seal on the notion that the island is worth a visit. Add to the mix the jewel in the resort’s crown, the world’s largest undersea restaurant ‘5.8’, and it becomes clear why you are bound to fall in love with Hurawalhi.

Villas at Hurawalhi spoil with lavish comfort, exclusivity and mesmerizing views. With the choice of beachside and over-water luxury, you can revel in your preferred perspective and setting, and find pleasure in having paradise at your fingertips – and the ocean on your doorstep.

Niyama Private Islands

Dreams Take Flight here while Reveling a Peaceful Moment

Hideaway between jungle green and white sands in a thatch-roofed refuge tucked away. Drift into sleep to the sounds of softly breaking waves outside the door of your oasis. For a moon-lit dive, slip into your private pool or step down at sunrise into the lagoon. For a rare Maldivian experience, pick your ideal sanctuary at Chill or Play.

For an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience, find a very private setting. Niyama Private Islands Maldives offers the luxury of choice with its twin islands of Play and Chill. Frolic in the treetops. At Play: Rush into the horizon of the infinite. In villas set on white sands and adapted for adventurous honeymooners, active couples, and style-savvy families, kick stuff up a notch. Revel in a peaceful moment inside the Drift Spa cocoon. Explore offshore culinary heaven. Soothe the soul in over-water villas to slow rhythms

Discover your niche on the island and settle in, or jump back and forth between indulgences of high energy and cool serenity.

Constance Moofushi

Constance Moofushi is a unique resorts with an incredible soul. All villas are built and decorated with wondrous tones of nature that match the beautiful landscape. Constance Moofushi has 24 beach villas, 56 water villas, and 30 senior water villas to choose from. Explore one of the best diving sites in the world around the South Ari Atoll and then try the incredible bio marine spa treatments.

Set on its own secluded island, Constance Moofushi is a perfect combination of luxury and simplicity where everything is taken care of on your honeymoon with their all-inclusive package. Enjoy premium drinks, exquisite cuisine, and luxurious accommodation – everything you need for a perfect Maldives honeymoon.