We all want a memorable family vacation in a stunning locale, but something about these top hotels and resorts can take your trip to another level. Before booking your next luxury trip, check out these top hotels with rooftop pools, balcony views and unbeatable Instagram appeal.
In a city as showstopping as Paris, it’s only expected Hotel Plaza Athenee would top the list of most-photogenic accommodations, according to Hotels.com. Receiving a 9.6 rating out of a possible 10, guests reviewed Hotel Plaza Athenee as a must-stay. You may recognize this incredible hotel from its guest appearance in Sex and the City when Carry Bradshaw was staying in Paris.
The luxurious rooms are beautiful inside and out, boasting 5-star accommodations, décor, dining and a view from the terrace of the Eiffel Tower. Guests stay anywhere from a classic single room all the way up to signature apartment suites, beginning at $1,025 a night.
Murphyhwogn | Dreamstime.com
Close behind, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island received a 9.2 out of 10 in guest reviews on Hotels.com and, with an underwater restaurant, it’s easy to see why. Dine under the sea at Ithaa Undersea Restaurant with tables for two offering lunch and dinner with 180-degree views of marine life including sharks. Guestrooms, villas and incredible suites are available beginning at $900 a night, complete with private infinity pools, spacious accommodations and exotic décor matching the incredible locale’s natural beauty.
Receiving the same review score, but for a few hundred less a night, Hotel Fasano, Rio De Janeiro is a jewel of Brazil. Based on the amazing dining options alone, this hotel is a must-visit for an idyllic blend of natural and manmade wonders.
Hit the rooftop infinity pool for an unbeatable view of Cradle Mountain, or make your way down to the beach and swim along the private and pristine beach. Accommodations begin at $500 a night and range by time of year and accommodation level.
Spice up your life at St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London, receiving an 8.8 out of 10 in customer reviews on Hotels.com.
Beginning at $245 a night, guests will remember the hotel staircase from the Spice Girls’ “Wannabe” music video. This 5-star hotel is in an ideal location on King’s Cross in a historic and picturesque building, opened originally in the late 1800s. Everything from the building’s architecture, prime location and luxury suites screams photo op.
Read Hotel.com’s entire list of no-filter-needed hotels here and plan some epic summer travel accommodations.
Read This Next
5 Family-Friendly Museums in Charleston
Destinations / North America
Aug 22, 2024#WhereverFamily
Insta FeedDestinations / Asia
Sep 25, 2026Japan: The Next Big Thing in Leaf Peeping
If you’re like me, you grew up with the knowledge that autumn comes with beautiful shades of red, orange, yellow and purple as the leaves on the trees prepare for the coming winter. And you probably, like me, know there are some really great places around the country to see those colors in all their glory. But America isn’t the only country where nature puts on this annual show. Japan enjoys plenty of the changing colors of the season as well, and it just might be the next “it” place for leaf peeping.
Sponsored Content
Best of Both Worlds
Enjoy the best of both worlds when you fly with TAP Air Portugal thanks to the Portugal Stopover program. With the program, TAP passengers, whether traveling for business, leisure or both, can stop in Portugal for up to 10 days at no additional airfare on the way to their final destination. What does this mean for travelers wishing to explore by both land and sea? It means after flying to Portugal with TAP and experiencing the country in an entirely new way, travelers can then embark on scenic river and ocean cruises from Portugal’s port cities, or fly with TAP to another European destination.
Destinations / North America
Sep 25, 20266 Destinations Perfect for a Soft Travel Babymoon
Babymoons are booming: According to Dataintelo, the global babymoon travel market reached an estimated $1.45 billion in 2024 with projections to nearly double to $2.88 billion by 2033. A Babylist poll of more than 200 expecting parents found beach destinations and luxury resorts leading the way for babymoons, with the priorities being rest, recharging and intentional time together.
Destinations / Europe
Sep 24, 2026Barcelona for Families on a Budget
Even wildly popular European cities like Barcelona don’t have to break the travel budget. A few tips and a little planning can cut the cost of sightseeing and dining, as well as enrich your family’s experience and move you beyond standard tourist routes.
Sponsored Content
GET TO KNOW TAP FORBIZ
Unlock flexible, refined business travel with TAP Air Portugal’s program, TAP FORBIZ. Developed for small, medium and large Companies, with options for corporate events, TAP FORBIZ offers exclusive advantages adapted to each type of business.
Destinations / North America
Sep 24, 2026Try Something New This Winter: Boutique Skiing
Colder months are approaching, and what better way to celebrate the changing of seasons than by booking a trip? It is never too early to start thinking about ski season, and your family can experience fresh powder in a new light this year.
ShareThis