Your honeymoon should be unforgettable, and it doesn’t have to mean a long-haul flight. Europe has some of the most romantic hotels in the world, from caldera-view suites in Santorini to botanical-garden retreats in Madeira and harbour-front palaces in Croatia.
Every hotel below is highlighted as perfect for honeymoons, and all are rated 4.6 or higher by guests.
You’ll find on this page
- Quick verdicts and a comparison table of every hotel
- Ten romantic hotels for honeymooners
- Honeymoon planning tips
- Answers to the questions we’re asked most
- Live prices with flights and transfers in the search box at the end of the page
At a glance: compare the hotels
| Hotel | Where | Stars | Board | TripAdvisor | Adults only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nana Princess | Hersonissos, Crete | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board Plus | 5/5 | No |
| Caldera’s Dolphin | Megalochori, Santorini | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.9/5 | No |
| Quinta Jardins Do Lago | Funchal, Madeira | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.9/5 | No |
| Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia | Maspalomas, Gran Canaria | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.9/5 | No |
| Royal Hideaway Corales Villas | Costa Adeje, Tenerife | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.9/5 | No |
| Olea All Suite Hotel | Tsilivi, Zante | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.8/5 | No |
| The Olivar Suites | Messonghi, Corfu | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Full Board, Half Board | 4.8/5 | No |
| Palace Elisabeth Hvar | Hvar Island (Hvar Town), Split & the Dalmatian Coast | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.8/5 | No |
| Hotel Quinta Do Lago | Quinta Do Lago, Algarve | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.7/5 | No |
| Xanadu Island | Turgutreis, Bodrum | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus | 4.6/5 | No |
Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.
Quick verdicts
Our top picks
1. Nana Princess
- Hersonissos, Crete
- 5-star
- Half Board Plus
- TripAdvisor 5/5
Nana Princess in Hersonissos, Crete, is beachfront, with modern and luxurious design and suites with private pools.
Best for: Private-pool suites by the sea
2. Caldera’s Dolphin
- Megalochori, Santorini
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.9/5
Caldera’s Dolphin in the village of Megalochori, Santorini, has a beautiful caldera location and modern, stylish design.
Best for: Santorini sunsets
3. Quinta Jardins Do Lago
- Funchal, Madeira
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.9/5
Quinta Jardins do Lago in Funchal, Madeira, sits in beautiful botanical gardens and is known for exceptional service.
Best for: A gentle, garden escape
4. Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia
- Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.9/5
The colonial-style Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia in Gran Canaria is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, close to the beach.
Best for: A winter-sun honeymoon
5. Royal Hideaway Corales Villas
- Costa Adeje, Tenerife
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.9/5
Royal Hideaway Corales Villas in Tenerife has rooms with private pools and a peaceful setting.
Best for: Year-round privacy
6. Olea All Suite Hotel
- Tsilivi, Zante
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Olea All Suite Hotel in Tsilivi, Zante, has suites with swim-up pools and a lagoon-style swimming pool.
Best for: Swim-up suites
7. The Olivar Suites
- Messonghi, Corfu
- 5-star
- Full Board
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
The Olivar Suites in Messonghi, Corfu, has a prime beachfront location, unique architecture and suites with private pools.
Best for: Corfu romance
8. Palace Elisabeth Hvar
- Hvar Island (Hvar Town), Split & the Dalmatian Coast
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Palace Elisabeth on the harbour front of Hvar Town has a regal style.
Best for: Island glamour in Croatia
9. Hotel Quinta Do Lago
- Quinta Do Lago, Algarve
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Hotel Quinta do Lago in the Algarve has direct access to the Ria Formosa Nature Park and the beach, with stylish, elegant rooms.
Best for: Nature and the Algarve
10. Xanadu Island
- Turgutreis, Bodrum
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
All-suite Xanadu Island in Turgutreis, Bodrum, has an infinity pool with spectacular views and All Inclusive Plus.
Best for: All-inclusive romance
Honeymoon planning tips
Tell us it is your honeymoon when you book, as many hotels add a welcome touch. Consider splitting your stay between two places, for example Santorini and Crete. For winter weddings, the Canaries and Madeira offer reliable warmth. Book the best rooms early, especially private-pool suites and caldera views.
How we chose these hotels
We sell 2785 hotels across Europe and beyond. To build this list we started with the hotels highlighted as perfect for honeymoons, then read what our guests say: every hotel here scores highly on TripAdvisor. We picked no more than one or two per destination so you can compare places as well as hotels, and we only include hotels you can book with us today as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.
Frequently asked questions
Where should we go for a honeymoon in Europe?
Santorini for romance, Crete for private-pool suites, Madeira for gardens and winter sun, or Croatia for island glamour.
What is the best time of year for a Mediterranean honeymoon?
May, June and September. For winter, choose the Canary Islands or Madeira.
Can we combine two destinations?
Yes. Twin-centre honeymoons are easy to arrange. Ask a Travel Designer.
Which honeymoon hotels have private pools?
Nana Princess (Crete), Royal Hideaway Corales Villas (Tenerife) and The Olivar Suites (Corfu).
Plan your honeymoon
Search live prices with flights and transfers, all ATOL protected, or ask a Travel Designer to add honeymoon touches to your booking.
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Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.
