10 Luxe Cabanas Around the World You Have to Visit

The ultimate in poolside rest and relaxation.

When it comes to poolside luxury, some hotels do it better than the rest. Whether you’re looking for breathtaking views, posh amenities, a personal butler or all of the above, these 10 luscious cabanas can’t be beat:

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

The South of France is the capital of luxury so it makes sense that we start our list at the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo. Here, the Odyssey pool haven was the vision of legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld and features a heated saltwater pool, private cabanas, terraced gardens and a pool house. Perhaps most noteworthy though is the al fresco-style glass installation portraying the journey of Ulysses.

Photo by: Courtesy of Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Courtesy of Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

The South of France is the capital of luxury so it makes sense that we start our list at the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo. Here, the Odyssey pool haven was the vision of legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld and features a heated saltwater pool, private cabanas, terraced gardens and a pool house. Perhaps most noteworthy though is the al fresco-style glass installation portraying the journey of Ulysses.

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

The South of France is the capital of luxury so it makes sense that we start our list at the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo. Here, the Odyssey pool haven was the vision of legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld and features a heated saltwater pool, private cabanas, terraced gardens and a pool house. Perhaps most noteworthy though is the al fresco-style glass installation portraying the journey of Ulysses.

Photo by: Courtesy of Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Courtesy of Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Casa Marina

Casa Marina in Key West, Florida

Casa Marina in Key West, Florida

Listed on the National Register for Historic Places, Casa Marina has attracted artists and dignitaries for more than half a century. With 1,100 feet of pristine, private beachfront luxuries like private walk-out lanais overlooking Flagler’s Beach and an 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones, slipping into island tranquility mode is easy. At night, enjoy Ernest Hemingway's favorite drink -- the Green Fairy -- at The Lobby Bar, one of the few Absinthe bars in Key West.

Photo by: Courtesy of Casa Marina

Courtesy of Casa Marina

If private beaches are more your speed then check out Casa Marina in Key West, Florida. Located on the only private beach in Key West, guests can lounge in their poolside cabanas fully stocked with a television, mini-fridge, fruit and drinks. As if that wasn’t enough, every 90 minutes, a beach concierge brings guests small surprises ranging from chilled eucalyptus towels and sunglass cleanings to cocktail tastings from the resort’s rum bar.

Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida.

Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida.

Listed on the National Register for Historic Places, Casa Marina has attracted artists and dignitaries for more than half a century. With 1,100 feet of pristine, private beachfront luxuries like private walk-out lanais overlooking Flagler’s Beach and an 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones, slipping into island tranquility mode is easy. At night, enjoy Ernest Hemingway's favorite drink -- the Green Fairy -- at The Lobby Bar, one of the few Absinthe bars in Key West.

Photo by: Courtesy of Casa Marina

Courtesy of Casa Marina

Zemi Beach House

Zemi Beach House

Zemi Beach House

Just east of Puerto Rico lies the island of Anguilla, home to one of the best beaches in the world, Shoal Bay East. At the newly opened Zemi Beach House, guests can enjoy poolside service with one of the best views in the Caribbean. The boutique property also features an infinity pool with an underwater window facing the beach as well as Anguilla’s first rhum bar.

Photo by: Dylan Cross/Dragonfly Image Partners

Dylan Cross/Dragonfly Image Partners

Just east of Puerto Rico lies the island of Anguilla, home to one of the best beaches in the world, Shoal Bay East. At the newly opened Zemi Beach House, guests can enjoy poolside service with one of the best views in the Caribbean. The boutique property also features an infinity pool with an underwater window facing the beach as well as Anguilla’s first rhum bar.

Zemi Beach House

Zemi Beach House

Just east of Puerto Rico lies the island of Anguilla, home to one of the best beaches in the world, Shoal Bay East. At Zemi Beach House, guests can enjoy poolside service with one of the best views in the Caribbean. The boutique property also features an infinity pool with an underwater window facing the beach as well as Anguilla’s first rhum bar.

Photo by: Courtesy of Zemi Beach House

Courtesy of Zemi Beach House

W South Beach

W South Beach

W South Beach

Overlooking one of the largest swimming pools in Miami, the WoW Cabana at W South Beach is luxury at its finest and offers guests an unforgettable experience. Relax in a plush lounge chair and watch the palm trees sway in the breeze as dedicated attendants deliver cocktails and light fare. It really doesn’t get much better than that.

Photo by: Courtesy of W South Beach

Courtesy of W South Beach

Overlooking one of the largest swimming pools in Miami, the WoW Cabana at W South Beach is luxury at its finest and offers guests an unforgettable experience. Relax in a plush lounge chair and watch the palm trees sway in the breeze as dedicated attendants deliver cocktails and light fare. It really doesn’t get much better than that.

Thompson Playa del Carmen

Thompson Playa del Carmen

Thompson Playa del Carmen

Opened in November of 2015, guests staying at Thompson Playa del Carmen can reserve a cabana on the hotel’s rooftop, which also happens to be the highest point in Playa del Carmen. Besides the 360-degree views of downtown and the Caribbean Sea, each cabana comes equipped with food and bottle service, gourmet mini bar and a television. Need to cool off? Swim over to the in-water loungers in the infinity pool or grab a drink at the swim-up bar.

Photo by: Ron Blunt

Ron Blunt

Opened in November of 2015, guests staying at Thompson Playa del Carmen can reserve a cabana on the hotel’s rooftop, which also happens to be the highest point in Playa del Carmen. Besides the 360-degree views of downtown and the Caribbean Sea, each cabana comes equipped with food and bottle service, gourmet mini bar and a television. Need to cool off? Swim over to the in-water loungers in the infinity pool or grab a drink at the swim-up bar.

W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Designed by Patricia Urquiola, a renowned Milan-based designer, the W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island features two on-site private beaches and an infinity-edge pool lined by six private cabanas. Inside each cabana, guests can enjoy a television, mini-fridge and an oversized chaise lounge. The poolside attendants will also bring you anything you need but here they offer something a little different called a Mood Menu, which pairs guests with cocktails that match their mood.

Photo by: Courtesy of W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Courtesy of W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Designed by Patricia Urquiola, a renowned Milan-based designer, the W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island features two on-site private beaches and an infinity-edge pool lined by six private cabanas. Inside each cabana, guests can enjoy a television, mini-fridge and an oversized chaise lounge. The poolside attendants will also bring you anything you need but here they offer something a little different called a Mood Menu, which pairs guests with cocktails that match their mood.

W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Designed by Patricia Urquiola, a renowned Milan-based designer, the W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island features two on-site private beaches and an infinity-edge pool lined by six private cabanas. Inside each cabana, guests can enjoy a television, mini-fridge and an oversized chaise lounge. The poolside attendants will also bring you anything you need but here they offer something a little different called a Mood Menu, which pairs guests with cocktails that match their mood.

Photo by: Courtesy of W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Courtesy of W Retreat & Spa — Vieques Island

Conrad Miami

Luxury Cabana at Conrad Miami

Luxury Cabana at Conrad Miami

Located in the heart of Brickell Avenue, guests make their way to the rooftop pool of the Conrad and take in the stunning Miami cityscape while relaxing in a private cabana. If things get too hot, cool off with their refreshing popsicle cocktail called the "Miami Bellini."

Photo by: Courtesy of Conrad Miami

Courtesy of Conrad Miami

We’re headed back to Miami for another stunning cabana, this time at the Conrad Miami. Located in the heart of Brickell Avenue, guests make their way to the rooftop pool of the Conrad and take in the stunning Miami cityscape while relaxing in a private cabana. If things get too hot, cool off with their refreshing popsicle cocktail called the "Miami Bellini."

Hilton West Palm Beach

Hilton West Palm Beach

Hilton West Palm Beach

The luxurious cabanas at the Hilton West Palm Beach come with fresh fruit, water, and perhaps most importantly, a bottle of Wolffer Estate Rose. For bourbon lovers, opt for bottle service as the hotel has an exclusive barrel of Knob Creek.

Photo by: Courtesy of Hilton West Palm Beach

Courtesy of Hilton West Palm Beach

The luxurious cabanas at the Hilton West Palm Beach come with fresh fruit, water, and perhaps most importantly, a bottle of Wolffer Estate Rose. For bourbon lovers, opt for bottle service as the hotel has an exclusive barrel of Knob Creek.

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa

For a mountain vacation, check out the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Rated one of the top 25 resorts in Arizona, the Westin offers three adult-only cabanas and two family cabanas and each one includes a television, ceiling fan, mini-fridge and two lounge chairs. Guests are greeted with a gift bag full of essentials like bottled water and sunscreen. There are five pools located on the property and should you get hungry, staff is on call to deliver light fare.

Photo by: J. Martin Harris Photography

J. Martin Harris Photography

For a mountain vacation, check out the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Rated one of the top 25 resorts in Arizona, the Westin offers three adult-only cabanas and two family cabanas and each one includes a television, ceiling fan, mini-fridge and two lounge chairs. Guests are greeted with a gift bag full of essentials like bottled water and sunscreen. There are five pools located on the property and should you get hungry, staff is on call to deliver light fare.

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa

For a mountain vacation, check out the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Rated one of the top 25 resorts in Arizona, the Westin offers three adult-only cabanas and two family cabanas and each one includes a television, ceiling fan, mini-fridge and two lounge chairs. Guests are greeted with a gift bag full of essentials like bottled water and sunscreen. There are five pools located on the property and should you get hungry, staff is on call to deliver light fare.

Photo by: J. Martin Harris Photography

J. Martin Harris Photography

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

The cabanas at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort offer everything including the kitchen sink. Located on South Florida’s largest private beach, cabanas can be reserved by guests and feature a shower, mini-fridge, chaise lounges, umbrellas, television, butler service and a kitchen sink. The iconic property is close to the area’s popular attractions and the cabanas are the perfect place to relax after a day at the beach.

Photo by: Courtesy of Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

Courtesy of Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

The cabanas at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort offer everything including the kitchen sink. Located on South Florida’s largest private beach, cabanas can be reserved by guests and feature a shower, mini-fridge, chaise lounges, umbrellas, television, butler service and a kitchen sink. The iconic property is close to the area’s popular attractions and the cabanas are the perfect place to relax after a day at the beach.

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

The cabanas at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort offer everything including the kitchen sink. Located on South Florida’s largest private beach, cabanas can be reserved by guests and feature a shower, mini-fridge, chaise lounges, umbrellas, television, butler service and a kitchen sink. The iconic property is close to the area’s popular attractions and the cabanas are the perfect place to relax after a day at the beach.

Photo by: Courtesy of Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

Courtesy of Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

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