There are few luxuries more lavish than getting away from it all and getting to stay on your own private island. These islands are remote, off the grid, and offer privacy and intimacy, unlike any other experience you’ll ever have while traveling. If you’re looking to spend some time in paradise, these private island resorts will be your next vacation spot! Our list of the world's 10 most exclusive private island resorts is shown below.
1. NORTH ISLAND, SEYCHELLES
Located near the Ile Du Nord eco-reserve, North Island is one of the world's most pristine and unique resorts. There are only 11 luxury villas on this island with powder-white beaches and turquoise waters. The bungalows in the resort are elevated to catch the cooling winds of the Indian Ocean. Private gardens and access to the beach are included. Plunge pools and outdoor showers finish off your personal sanctuary. A rim-flow swimming pool, a granitic outcrop where the island's dining rooms, health spa, library, gym, and dive center are located, along with a spa and gym, are part of the island resort built for the honeymoon of Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge in 2011.
2. SONEVA JANI, MALDIVES
Located on Medhufaru island, part of the uninhabited Noonu Atoll cluster of five islands, Soneva Jani was named after a word that means wisdom in Sanskrit. Maldives' most exclusive and stunningly beautiful hotel, surrounded by a 5.6 km (3,4 mi) lagoon of crystal clear water with uninterrupted 360-degree views of the Indian Ocean and fringed by pristine white beaches. Each of Soneva Jani's enormous water villas features a private pool, a private stretch of lagoon, and slides that lead directly from the top deck to the water below. The master bedroom in the villas comes with a retractable roof, so guests can lie in bed and gaze at the stars.
3. TIME + TIDE MIAVANA, MADAGASCAR
Time + Tide Miavana is a luxury castaway on an idyllic island in the Indian Ocean, just off the coast of Madagascar. Located on a stunning white sand beach and bordered by a sprawling coral reef, the resort provides an insanely beautiful destination where guests enjoy bespoke experiences in complete privacy. A masterpiece in luxury and design, the resort's 14 pool villas are nestled along the pristine beach. From their private decks, guests can enjoy breathtaking panoramas of Indian Ocean sunsets stretching to the far contours of Madagascar. A private boat or helicopter is provided to transport you to the mainland, where you can discover lemurs, chameleons, and a mosaic of undiscovered coves.
4. THE BRANDO, FRENCH POLYNESIA
It's the ultimate in luxury getaways on the Tetiaroa atoll in French Polynesia with it's shimmering lagoon, 30 miles north of Tahiti. The only way to get there is a 20-minute flight in a private plane from Tahiti. At this Polynesian-style resort, one of its attractions is that its villas are set on white-sand beaches where sea turtles, manta rays, and exotic birds come. It also has two restaurants, one that serves Polynesian-inspired dishes, one with East/West fusion, and one with classic French cuisine. The resort also has a luxurious spa and wellness center. The renowned actor Marlon Brando was originally drawn to this wondrous wonderland and found his permanent home there.
5. LAUCALA ISLAND, FIJI
Encircled by coconut plantations, sandy beaches, green mountains, and all of the natural beauty in Fiji, Laucala private island resort is able to provide true luxury as guests reside in 25 Fiji-styled villas set across the northern part of the private island. Thanks to a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living, our elegant resort provides an aesthetically inspiring and calming atmosphere. As one of the island's most desirable luxury resort, we proudly feature many activities to choose from, such as scuba diving, sailing, fishing, tennis, cycling, golf, yoga, cultural nights, tours, and water sports. These activities are paired with our private home experiences where food, culture, nature, and fun flow throughout the island, providing experiences with the wonderful bounty of what the Cayman Islands has to offer.
6. &BEYOND MNEMBA ISLAND, TANZANIA
It is the perfect place for anyone who has ever dreamed of being the only occupant of a beautiful tropical island without ever having to lift a finger to look after themselves. A romantic barefoot beach getaway just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar, this barefoot beach paradise can accommodate up to 24 guests at a time. From the dappled shade of the casuarina pine forest and overlooking the Mnemba atoll (a scuba diver's paradise) the beachside bandas peer onto an unblemished stretch of sand. There's something for everyone at Beyond Mnemba Island, from snorkeling, swimming, and kayaking, to getting a massage by the beach, or doing nothing at all.
7. COMO PARROT CAY
COMO Parrot Cay, a favorite with celebrities, is the top private island in the northern Caribbean, wrapped in acres of sand and calm seas in the Turks and Caicos. It offers 1,000 unspoiled acres and a 1.5-kilometer (1 mile) powder-white-sand beach set in a relaxed atmosphere. The award-winning COMO Shambhala Retreat offers guests 72 uniquely designed rooms, suites, villas, and beachside houses decorated with understated elegance. Guests staying in private residences have absolute privacy. You can enjoy two restaurants on the island: gourmet COMO Shambhala food and also organic, healthful dishes.
8. AMANPULO, PHILIPPINES
The tropical Pamalican Island is only accessible by private plane from Manila, but it feels a world away. Amanpulo is the only property on this Philippine island owned by the famous Aman group, one of the most luxurious hotel brands in the world. The resort's 40 airy casitas and villas surround a tropical oasis ringed by coral sand. the only exertion needed may be to snorkel while relaxing on your private beachfront. As well as tennis courts, hikers can explore inland islands and watch for turtles, or swim at nearby reef areas.
9. CALALA ISLAND, NICARAGUA
The tiny island of Calala Island, off the coast of Nicaragua, is a hidden gem with just four suites that can accommodate a maximum of eight guests (suites may be rented individually or the entire island can be rented exclusively). 30 staff members cater to guests' every desire with a 4:1 staff-to-guest ratio. Eating is a moveable feast: on your terrace, in the restaurant, at the pool bar, or on the beach. During the different seasons, you'll see endangered Hawksbill turtles laying, hatching, and meandering to the sea, as the island is a nesting site for the critically endangered turtle.
10. INTERCONTINENTAL HAYMAN ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA
The InterContinental Hotel Group's Hayman Island Resort & Spa is situated on the Whitsundays' nearest island to the Great Barrier Reef, providing guests with exceptional guest service and nature-inspired activities. There are 160 guest rooms, suites, villas, and penthouses, all of them over three main wings. Restaurants and bars serve local and international cuisines, while the spa is a haven for the senses. The resort offers a variety of on-island experiences such as nature trails, wildlife tours, fish feedings, weaving classes, and a range of sports and fitness activities such as yoga, tennis lessons, and a state-of-the-art golf simulator.
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