Saudi Arabia
Shebara Resort
On Sheybarah Island in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea lagoon, Shebara Resort feels like a mirage, reached by seaplane or boat, with mirrored overwater pods and beachfront villas reflecting sky and sea. Days are snorkelling reefs, spa resets, and sunset dining. The vibe is futuristic, offering barefoot luxury, quiet sustainability, and blissful seclusion. 10
Nujuma Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Set on the Ummahat Islands in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea, Nujuma, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a dream of overwater and beach villas with private pools and wide horizons. Expect a serene spa, stargazing, reef snorkelling, and thoughtful dining. The vibe is rarefied, barefoot, and wonderfully calm for couples seeking solitude. 10
Six Senses Southern Dunes
The Red Sea.
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea sits in Saudi Arabia’s desert interior, where sculpted architecture mirrors the dunes and nights turn startlingly starry. Suites and villas feel calm and earthy, with plunge pools, a superb spa, and thoughtful dining. The vibe is restorative adventure, with hikes, culture, and silence. 9.2
St. Regis Red Sea Resort
On a private island in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea, The St. Regis Red Sea Resort pairs overwater and beachfront villas with private pools and a polished sense of calm. Expect Butler service, a destination spa, reef snorkelling, and thoughtful sunset dining. The vibe is serene, exclusive, and quietly celebratory, always. 9.0
Banyan Tree AlUla
Banyan Tree AlUla is a desert camp done with real polish, set among sandstone cliffs in the Ashar Valley. Tent-style villas feel private and surprisingly luxurious, many with plunge pools. Expect a soothing spa, Arabian inspired dining, and starry nights. The vibe is romantic and quietly adventurous, close to AlUla’s heritage sites and concert venue. 9.2
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