Top 10 world’s best hotels for the Easter Holidays

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Today: Top 10 world’s best luxury hotel & resorts to celebrate Easter

Easter is a fabulous time to travel around and it offers much better opportinities for a luxury family holiday than summer. Mild spring days are back in the Northern Hemisphere and holiday destinations are less crowded (and more affordable) than in summer. As Easter approaches, hotels and resorts around the world are preparing a range of exciting family-friendly and Easter Bunny-themed activities to keep families with little ones, and teens alike, blissfully amused. From a sea-faring adventure in the Maldives to a late ski getaway in the Alps, here’s my selection of the 10 best luxury hotels and resorts in the world to celebrate Easter with your family.

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10. ATLANTIS THE PALM DUBAI

Atlantis The Palm is situated at the apex of the Palm Island’s outer crescent, surrounded by the beautifully tranquil sea of the Arabian Gulf. The palatial hotel is one of Dubai’s most impressive resorts, part blockbuster luxury hotel (more than 1,500 rooms and suites!), part aquatic wonderland. The resort has some of the most elegant hotel rooms in Dubai, designed to immerse guests in absolute comfort and unparalleled luxury. The hotel’s underwater suites have breathtaking underwater views, including the “ancient” ruins of the mythical lost city of Atlantis and its 65,000 marine inhabitants. Families will love the hotel’s Aquaventure Waterpark, where they can discover an underwater world at The Lost Chambers Aquarium or meet the incredible marine mammals at Dolphin Bay and Sea Lion Point.

From Easter egg hunts, fun-filled brunches, indulgent dinner spreads, and buckets of joy at Aquaventure Waterpark, Atlantis Dubai is offering a lot of Easter-themed activities during the Easter period.

9. TSWALU KALAHARI, SOUTH AFRICA

Easter is so much more than just chocolate eggs – it’s about shared experiences filled with wonder. So why not choose for an African safari as your Easter holiday, blending wildlife, luxury, and unforgettable memories. For wildlife viewing around Easter, the three best countries in Africa are Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. These countries will be at the start of their dry season, there will be plenty of young wildlife about and plenty of food for predators and prey alike. A great option for a family safari holiday around Easter is Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa’s largest private (and also malaria-free private) game reserve. You can choose to stay at either Tswalu Kalahari’s main property, designated “The Motse”; the nearby personal home of the Oppenheimer family, so-called “Tarkuni”; or one of Loapi’s six ultra-luxury tented homes. At all three camps, a private safari vehicle, guide and tracker is guaranteed with each booking.

An Easter safari holiday at Tswalu Kalahari doesn’t come with Easter-themed activities, but who really cares when days are spent tracking black-maned lions, cheetah, black rhino, oryx, wild dogs and elusive, nocturnal creatures, such as pangolin, aardvark and brown hyena

8. DAS CENTRAL SÖLDEN, AUSTRIA

Skiing at Easter? Works perfectly in Austria’s Sölden ski area! Thanks to the high altitude and two glacier ski areas, snow is guaranteed here until spring. The 5-star Das Central Hotel is the height of luxury in Sölden. The property just steps from the resort center and 10 minutes from the lifts. Each of the 121 rooms and suites are unique and exude luxury, yet retain Tyrolean charm. There’s lots to love for foodies too, from the luxury breakfast buffets to the 5-course evening feasts. If you really want to spoil yourself, try the à la carte restaurant Ötztaler Stube which has a Michelin star. Spread across three floors, the hotel’s Venetian-themed features saunas, steam baths and relaxation rooms – plus, an indoor pool with frescoes of gondolas on the walls. In addition, the adults-only rooftop summit with its outdoor infinity pool is the perfect spot to soak up the winter scenery after a day on the slopes.

When choosing for a Easter getaway at Das Central Sölden, you are choosing for sunshine skiing and and a lively après-ski scene instead of egg hunting (as the resort town does not offer any Easter-themed activities).

7. MONTAGE KAPULA BAY HAWAII, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Welcoming guests with genuine island hospitality and authentic culture, Montage Kapalua Bay is just steps from Kapalua Bay, which is frequently voted one of America’s most beautiful beaches. Set along the picturesque waters of Maui’s Namalu Bay, 50 spacious one- to four-bedroom, residential-style accommodations overlook swaying palms and surf, while dining venues range from the upscale Cane & Canoe to the casual Hana Hou bar. These complement the full-service Spa Montage, historic Cliff House, championship golf courses, tennis courts, and zip lines. Guests experience relaxation and rejuvenation, enhanced by the island’s unique beauty. This oceanfront accommodation is a premier Maui resort, the perfect place for family getaways. The Montage Kapalua Bay is located within the larger Kapalua resort, which has shopping and restaurants nearby, along with a Ritz-Carlton Resort.

Easter activities at Montage Kapalua Bay include mermaid egg hunting, cookie decorating, Aloha bunnies & games on the hotel’s Pacific lawn, and a festive Easter brunch.

• Hotel website: Montage Kapalua Bay
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• Tip: get complimentary VIP perks at Montage Kapalua Bay when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD resort credit).

6. FOUR SEASONS RESORT KOH SAMUI, THAILAND

Set on a tropical hillside that unfurls into the ocean, Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui is the most talked about resort in the world right now since the White Lotus Season 3 (which premiered on HBO last month) was filmed here. This is one of Thailand’s best luxury hotels and a wonderful place to experience Koh Samui’s island perfection. The resort’s hillside luxury villas are shaded by coconut groves and overlook the mystical Gulf of Siam and the talcum-white sands of the private bay. All villas feature a private outdoor deck, aqua-inspired interiors and a lovely infinity pool. Guests here start their day in paradise with yoga, enjoy healing rituals inspired by nature at the Secret Garden Spa, relax to ocean sounds with a massage on the beach, savor afternoon tea at Koh Thai Kitchen, or pamper themselves with one of many private dining experiences.

For the Easter weekend, guests at Four Seasons Koh Samui can expect movies under the skies, Easter-themed buffets on the beach and a lavish Easter Sunday brunch, complete with egg-hunts, bunny feeding, and so much more.

5. LA MAMOUNIA, MOROCCO

Spring comes early in Morocco, so Easter will be a great time to work on your tan while basking in Marrakech’s balmy climate. For more than 95 years, La Mamounia has been a beloved destination and luxury hotel for discerning international travelers. Located in the heart of the enchanting imperial city of Marrakech, this legendary luxury hotel has recreated the intoxicating mood of a Moroccan palace, blending palace grandeur and Arabic-Andalusian style with modern technologies befitting a 21st-century luxury retrea. The sprawling gardens are ripe with citrus trees, fragrant rose blossoms, ancient olive groves, and a vegetable garden where one might see La Mamounia’s chefs foraging for ingredients to be prepared that evening at the hotel’s three signature restaurants. Completing the regal experience, La Mamounia’s service epitomizes Moroccan hospitality with attentive and friendly staff, always with a warm smile.

Over the Easter period, La Mamounia’s Pierre Hermé Boutique is offering a unique selection of chocolate creations dedicated to “Art Brut”. Not to be missed is also the hotel’s famous pool-side Easter brunch, where every bite is a festive delight.

• Hotel website: La Mamounia
• Other accolades: La Mamounia also features in my top 10 list of the best luxury hotels in Marrakech.
• Tip: get complimentary VIP perks at La Mamounia when booking via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD food & beverage credit)

4. EXPLORA RAPA NUI, EASTER ISLAND, CHILE

According to legend, the Easter Bunny lives on Easter Island, a remote island located in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. In reality, the name Easter Island originated with the European explorer Jacob Roggeveen, who first saw the island on Easter Sunday, 1722. Today, Easter Island is famous for its giant moai statues dotting the grassy flanks of an extinct volcano. The island also features a stunning hotel, Explora Rapa Nui, which is located on a tranquil spot from which the remote island’s mysteries and dramatic isolation are in full view. The hotel’s award-winning architecture blends the island’s unique geography and heritage, with its vibrant present. The 30 rooms are designed to take full advantage of the silence, privacy, and spaciousness of the surrounding landscape, ensuring deep rest after a long day of exploration.

Taking place around the Easter weekend in April, Easter Island Festival welcomes spring with a celebration of art, music and culture. Started in 2010 as a grassroots movement, the event has grown every year in patrons and popularity.

3. AMANOI, VIETNAM

Named for the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’ and noi meaning ‘place’, Amanoi is a tranquil, ultraluxe retreat situated on a gorgeous golden sand beach overlooking spectacular Vinh Hy Bay in Nui Chua National Park, northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. The luxury hotel’s polished, slate pagodas peek out from a lush green landscape; its infinity pool segues into the sea; and its spa rests by a lotus-blossom-dotted lake. Amanoi offers total privacy in beautifully designed accommodations that are located in 31 pavilions, a number with private swimming pools, and five Aman Villas, all positioned on the hillside with impressive views. The off-the-grid property designed by Belgian-born Jean-Michel Gathy positively encourages calm contemplation, whether lounging by the cliffside pool or at the elegant beach club, or surrendering to the tranquillity of the Aman Spa – set by a lotus-filled lake with a floating yoga pavilion.

Easter celebrations at Amanoi offer a week-long program of special events, including egg painting, Cham pottery, cocktail making, tarot card reading, beach egg hunt for kids, and seafood barbeque dinner.

2. SONEVA FUSHI, MALDIVES

Sunny April skies, soft sandy beaches and tranquil azure waters set the exceptional Easter scene at Soneva Fushi, the first ‘Robinson Crusoe’ style hideaway in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The island – which is 1,400 m (4,600 ft) long and 400 m (1300 ft) wide – ranks among the largest islands in the Maldives. Apart from the crystal clear waters, white beaches and tropical climate, the island’s unusually rich vegetation offers a unique natural experience. Massive, multi-bedroom, fairytale-like luxury villas and private residences are hidden among dense tropical foliage. In keeping with the castaway theme, many are built to resemble tree houses. All open to their own private stretch of sugar white sands, and most boast their own private seawater swimming pools. In summer 2020, Soneva Fushi also unveiled eight fabulous water retreats, which are the largest and most luxurious overwater villas in the world.

A memorable Easter with your family awaits at the resort. Soneva’s signature take on the traditional Easter egg hunt, the Soneva Fushi Aquatic Egg Expedition, promises fun and laughter for all. Other Easter-themed activities include taste discovery challenges, Maldivian-inspired cocktails at sunset, exquisite brunches and eco-friendly arts and crafts.

Contact me to get complimentary Soneva ambassador benefits at Soneva Fushi (e.g. best rate, resort credit, and two personalized Soneva experiences).

1. BVLGARI ROME HOTEL, ITALY

What better place to spend Easter than in Rome, or even the Vatican itself! One of the city’s best addresses is the brand-new Bvlgari Rome Hotel which is managed by renowned Italian fashion house Bvlgari, drawing attention from jet setters and style connoisseurs alike. Nestled in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighborhood, a stone’s throw from Bvlgari’s flagship store, this lavish property offers 110 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites and signature dining experiences, including Italy’s first Bulgari-branded chocolatier and patisserie. The highlight is the 16,000 sqf spa with marble columns, stained glass, and mosaic tiles, inspired to the ancient Roman baths.The Bvlgari Suite offers 3000 sqf of beauty, contemporary style decor and service facing Roma.

Bvlgari Rome does not offer any special Easter-themed activities, but that’s not really an issue given the action that takes place on the hotel’s doorsteps. There are literally tons of special events scheduled throughout the city in celebration of Easter and Holy Week. Just make sure to book your room in advance since thousands of pilgrims arrive to see the city come alive.

• Hotel website: Bvlgari Rome Hotel
• Tip: get complimentary VIP perks at when booking Bvlgari Rome Hotel via Virtuoso (e.g. room upgrade, breakfast, early check-in , late check-out, and $100 USD hotel credit).

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