Honeymoon Like Royalty: 22 Luxury Hotels in Europe for Newlyweds (Part 2)

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There’s something undeniably magical about a European honeymoon. The old-world romance, the cobblestone streets, the candlelit dinners that stretch long into the night—it all feels like living inside a love story. Whether your idea of newlywed bliss is clinking champagne glasses in Paris, sailing across Lake Como, or curling up by a fire in the Swiss Alps, Europe has a luxury hotel waiting to become part of your love story.

Here is part two of my 22 favorite luxury honeymoon hotels in Europe, each one as unique as the couples I send there, offering an exclusive experience that will make you feel exceptional.

 

Museum Hotel – Cappadocia, Turkey

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Part cave, part luxury hotel, the Museum Hotel offers a truly unique and unforgettable honeymoon experience. Balloon-filled sunrises, cave suites carved from ancient stone, and terraces overlooking Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys—this is a honeymoon you’ll never forget.

Best for: Adventurous couples seeking something unique and wildly romantic.

 

Palace Elisabeth – Hvar, Croatia

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Once a palace for Austrian royalty, Palace Elisabeth is now Hvar’s most elegant stay. Overlooking the sparkling Adriatic and the town’s charming harbor, it’s the perfect blend of history and Mediterranean flair.

Best for: Couples seeking coastal glamour with a touch of history.

 

Gstaad Palace – Switzerland

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For honeymooners who love the mountains, Gstaad Palace delivers Alpine romance in spades. Whether you visit for snowy winter coziness or summer meadows, the combination of Swiss grandeur, world-class dining, and crisp mountain air is intoxicating.

Best for: Couples who want cozy fireside luxury and breathtaking Alpine adventures.

 

Cap Rocat – Mallorca, Spain

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Built into a former military fortress, Cap Rocat is one of the most private and dramatic hotels in Europe. Tucked into Mallorca’s coastline, it offers infinity pools, cliffside dining, and endless sea views.

Best for: Couples who crave privacy, seclusion, and a horizon that never ends.

 

Adare Manor – County Limerick, Ireland

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A neo-Gothic castle surrounded by lush parkland, Adare Manor is quintessential Irish romance taken to the next level. Think cozy fires, world-class dining, and misty mornings wandering the grounds together.

Best for: Couples seeking a fairy-tale honeymoon with an Irish charm.

 

Hotel Santa Caterina – Amalfi Coast, Italy

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With lemon groves, tile-lined terraces, and sweeping views of the Amalfi Coast, Hotel Santa Caterina is endlessly romantic. Swim in the sea, dine under pergolas heavy with wisteria, and feel the Mediterranean magic.

Best for: Couples seeking pure Amalfi romance and seaside elegance.

 

The Connaught – London, UK

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Tucked into Mayfair, The Connaught is quintessential London luxury. Michelin-starred dining, a serene Aman Spa, and impeccable service make it one of the city’s most iconic stays.

Best for: Couples who love big cities, fine dining, and a touch of British tradition.

 

Grand Hotel Tremezzo – Lake Como, Italy

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Few places embody honeymoon romance like Lake Como, and Grand Hotel Tremezzo is one of its crown jewels. With floating pools, Art Nouveau interiors, and views of Bellagio across the water, this is lakeside luxury at its finest.

Best for: Couples seeking old-world glamour with breathtaking lake views.

Splendido, A Belmond Hotel – Portofino, Italy

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Perched above the colorful harbor of Portofino, Splendido is an icon of Italian Riviera glamour. From its terraced gardens to its sea-view suites, this hotel oozes elegance and history.

Best for: Couples who want cinematic romance and Riviera chic.

 

Four Seasons Firenze – Florence, Italy

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A Renaissance-era palace transformed into a luxury retreat, Four Seasons Firenze is an art-filled sanctuary in the heart of Florence. Stroll through its private gardens, then wander hand in hand through Florence’s museums, galleries, and trattorias.

Best for: Art-loving couples who want history, culture, and elegance at every turn.

 

Borgo Santo Pietro – Tuscany, Italy

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If a honeymoon could be distilled into one estate, Borgo Santo Pietro might be it. This 800-year-old villa, transformed into a five-star sanctuary, is nestled in the Tuscan countryside, surrounded by vineyards, gardens, and an organic farm that fuels its Michelin-starred dining. With just 20 rooms, each individually designed with antiques, art, and a soft romantic ambiance, it feels both intimate and grand. Spend your days exploring rose gardens, drifting in the infinity pool, or indulging in holistic spa treatments that seem to stop the passage of time.

Best for: Couples who want ultimate privacy, farm-to-table indulgence, and Tuscan romance wrapped in elegance.

Choosing just one of these hotels feels impossible—like picking a favorite love song. But that’s the beauty of Europe: whether your dream is sipping champagne on a Parisian balcony, floating in a Santorini pool at sunset, or waking up in a Tuscan castle, there’s a hotel waiting to turn your honeymoon into the story of a lifetime.

✨ Which one calls your name? Let’s find your soul hotel together.