Choosing somewhere to stay that has enough space, activities and comfort for the whole family can be tricky. It can also be the difference between an average and a great holiday!
So if you are in need of a family holiday with a focus on spending quality time together, away from the crowds, a private villa is a perfect mix of comfort and luxury.
They allow you to base yourself and explore the region, without having to check in and out, cart around luggage or deal with crowded restaurants and pools.
On a remote island, in the mountains or in the desert, you’ll find a welcoming home away from home in our pick of the best luxury villas around the world.
Te Manava, Cook Islands
The Cook Islands is a tiny island paradise in the Pacific Ocean where the hospitality is warm, and the atmosphere, electric. You can circle the island of Rarotonga, the nation’s capital, in an hour and visit its range of lively beach bars, local markets and magnificent snorkelling spots. Nestled in the south, by the famous Muri Lagoon, Te Manava villas are perfect if you want to settle into island life.
With a beach hut and kids’ club, you can enjoy activities such as snorkelling, stand-up paddling and scuba diving.
The villa’s private waiter is on hand to serve fresh gourmet food, and you could try your hand at cooking local fare at the kitchen with the freshest produce from the market.
Spend your days lounging by the private pool and soaking up the spectacular views, or hop over to the jaw-dropping blue lagoon of Aitutaki. Maintain your privacy while enjoying stunning natural beauty and luxury.
Alfajiri Villas, Kenya
Go on a luxury Kenya safari and beach holiday to experience the best of wildlife viewing and splendid beaches. Start at Kenya‘s Masai Mara Reserve and get up close with gazelles, lions, cheetahs, African elephants and zebras.
End the trip with a relaxing break and explore the gorgeous Kenyan coast strewn with splendid beaches and the most indulgent luxury villas. Perched up high, the bright and airy Alfajiri Villas is rated among the most beautiful private villas in the world. The Cliff Villa has a private pool and stunning views from its floor-to-ceiling glass walls, while the Garden Villa and Beach Villa offer a variety of room combinations to fit a family of any size.
Keep the kids (and adults) entertained with golfing, snorkelling, diving, deep sea fishing, kite surfing and spa treatments, while enjoying the services of an on-site chef, butler or nanny.
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Villas HM Palapas Del Mar, Mexico
Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is the perfect family-friendly holiday destination, surrounded by ancient ruins such as Chichén Itzá, UNESCO World Heritage sites, handicraft markets and beaches dotting the beautiful coastline.
Nestled on the picturesque island of Holbox, just an hour from Cancun International Airport, Villas HM Palapas del Mar is decidedly decadent. Book an all-inclusive stay at the state-of-the-art luxury villas and dine at the hip sushi bar, airy alfresco restaurant or rooftop Sky Bar. With a private pool, and two more resort pools offering stunning gulf views, your only problem will be choosing which corner to spend the day.
Four Seasons, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Embark on a culinary journey through Northern Thailand’s mountainous Chiang Mai region, a culturally rich hub for night markets, temples and picturesque villages perched on mountains. Visit the city’s temples before eating your way through the night markets and street stalls. Head to a pottery village where you can marvel at skilled craftsmen or visit Pai to see the intricate limestone caves. Don’t miss the chance to visit neighbouring Chiang Rai, and take a river cruise along the Kok River.
Stay at one of Thailand’s best luxury villas, Four Seasons Chiang Mai, which has its own kids’ club, private pools, spas and gardens. You won’t go hungry, with the option of a live-in butler, Thai cooking classes, private family dinners and barbecues. It’s also a place to find serenity amidst the idyllic backdrop of emerald rice fields, as you focus on balancing body, mind and soul with a resident yogi.
Talk to our experts about planning your next multi-centre family holiday and choose from our curated selection of the best luxury private villas.
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