Ashford Castle is one of Ireland’s most exclusive wedding venues and celebrities like Pierce Brosnan have held their weddings there. Each of the 82 rooms, suites and Hideaway Cottage at Ashford Castle represent traditional elegance and finesse and offer incredible views. Ashford Castle is often described as the most romantic hotel in Europe time. The rooms and suites have been individually and lovingly refurbished, combining the castle’s original features with the latest modern luxuries. If you are looking to spend some time alone with the person who matters to you, Hideaway Cottage is the perfect private retreat. The old world meets the new as the protected site of the old boathouse has been fully modernised while keeping true to its Irish heritage.Surrounded by woodland with a 180 degree view over the lake, the secluded cottage is far away from the hectic pace of modern life and is gated for complete privacy. The Hideaway Cottage has all of the services of the Castle and your personal Hideaway Assistant is just a phone call away to accommodate all of your needs.

As the only hotel inside Brazil’s Iguassu National Park, guests have exclusive access to the falls before the park opens & after it closes. This luxurious colonial hacienda in the midst of an emerald forest has 193 rooms and suites, some offering views of the thundering falls, while others have views of the gardens, pool or forest. Pamper yourselves with spa treatments for couples, just sit on the hotel’s restaurant’s verandah and enjoy your meals with waterfall views.

Indulge in five-star luxury at Cicada Lodge, a stunning eco-lodge surrounded by nature, which each room has a private balcony that opens up to the glories of Nitmiluk National Park, home to Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. Learn about the history and culture of the local Jawoyn people, visit Mataranka for a swim in the relaxing natural spring thermal pool or just explore the region and spot native wildlife. With just 18 rooms, the Lodge is elegantly furnished in a contemporary, sophisticated style fusing international, modern Australian and Indigenous design elements and the outdoor pool is a great place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty all around you.

Hotel 41 is a black and white themed 28-bedroom hotel located in Victoria and opposite the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. Sleep under the stars when you stay at its penthouse Conservatory Suite which has a glass roof and a telescope for you to see up into the night sky. If you wish to name a star after your loved one and present them with a certificate as the ultimate romantic gesture, plan early!

Plan a romantic getaway in the glorious countryside in the picturesque village of Evershot. The setting of Thomas Hardy’s romantic novels, each of the hotel’s 20 guest rooms and four luxury suites is different – with rooms to suit every mood and occasion. Foodies can have an exceptional experience dining at the well-renowned award-winning restaurant that has one of the best cheeseboards in the UK, a cellar boasting over 1,400 wines, 300 whiskeys and 100 brandies.

Divinely located on the Grand Canal just off St Mark’s Square, guests can enjoy spacious and elegant guest rooms.The hotel’s outdoor terrace offers spectacular views and staying in one of the world’s most romantic cities, looking out at incredible views from your room is definitely an unforgettable moment. All 22 suites and 97 rooms feature a classic Venetian style with authentic Italian marble, and artisanal silk fabrics by Bevillacqua and Rubelli, a Venetian textile house.

The interiors of the 4 star Chesterfield Palm Beach are as stylish and inspiring as the exterior with 41 Superior and Deluxe Rooms and 12 luxurious Suites.Located just moments away from the beaches and the world famous Worth Avenue, the hotel offers a Sweethearts Package to help set the mood for romance. Share a palm-fringed, Florida break and spend quality time together in a luxuriously appointed room.

This exceptional aristocratic Edwardian hotel is the only five-star hotel in Guernsey with 63 rooms and suites, and is close to the main shopping street. Located on a hill above St Peter Port, guests can enjoy views of the picturesque quayside. Escape the busy city life and head here for a romantic holiday with amazing sunsets, where you will wake up to sound of the waves on the shore. Book a spa treatment and nourish your physical and spiritual well-being at the hands of an expert therapist.

A member of Leading Hotels of the World, the hotel has 55 deluxe guest rooms and 15 luxurious suites. Romantically nestled between the breathtaking Twelve Apostles mountain range and the Atlantic Ocean, the hotel is the perfect venue for the perfect proposal where each room offers amazing views of either the mountains or the sea. Plan an ‘Astronomy Gastronomy’ evening combining culinary with stargazing delights. Guests will first enjoy a delightful 3-course sunset dinner in the light and airy Café Grill, before embarking on a starry journey with astronomy experts from Over the Moon Tours at The Kraal, a historic and rustic outdoor events space located in the fynbos covered slopes of The Twelve Apostles Mountains behind the hotel.

A member of The Leading Hotels Of The World, the hotel is set on the banks of Geneva’s Lake Leman, offering fairytale views of the Jet d’Eau, the huge water fountain on Lake Geneva. It is the epitome of refined Swiss style and traditional charm wih just 39 luxury guest rooms and 6 elegant suites. Pets are welcome as a guest and have their own elegant pet-friendly accomodation and will receive the full celebrity treatment where there is a unique ‘Pet Concierge’ service that includes special walks along the waterfront of Lake Geneva and the best parts of the city.

(Some of these amazing hotels can be visited with Luxury Gold journey, curated by Insight Vacations. Click on the link for more info.)