It’s February already and Valentine’s Day is knocking at our doors persuading us to step out and revel in the beauty of love a bit more and we’re here to make sure that this time, you do it in the most romantic way possible.

Nothing screams “just the two of us” better than escaping to someplace with your loved one where it’s literally just the two of you spending quality time with each other. And if you’ve been planning that love-filled quick getaway, you’re in for a treat. That’s because we’ve scouted out some of the most romantic villas in Southeast Asia for you to take that much awaited vacation.

Southeast Asia is a popular tourist destination and for reasons more than one. From a tropical climate, vast greens, and serene beaches to rich culture and appetising food, there’s so much that this part of the world has to offer. The perfect icing on the cake being the private island resorts, secluded villas, and romantic luxury hotels spanning across the lands of Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Bali, and Vietnam, among others.

With private pools, ornate interiors, spa facilities, and experiential dining, these romantic villas embrace their environs as much as they are swathed in luxury. Amidst lush greenery where the vast skies meet a clear blue ocean, your stay at these resorts is going to be nothing short of magical.

Here are the most romantic villas in Southeast Asia for Valentine’s Day getaway

(Hero Image Courtesy: Mia Resort ; Featured Image Courtesy: Song Saa Island Resort)

Owing to its eclectic design that incorporates the natural geological formation into its construct, Villa Hin is also known as The Rock House. Created with an idea of providing modern luxury right in the middle of tropical greens and clear blue waters, this romantic villa would make for the perfect stay. Especially if unwinding in the laps of nature is on your bucket list. It is fully equipped with all the amenities one would need for a comfortable stay along with facilities like access to a private beach, romantic dinner areas, theatre room, and tennis court among others.

Image: courtesy Villa Hin

With garden, cliff edge, and hillside villas that come with a view of the ocean and private pools and showers, this is one of the most romantic destinations in Southeast Asia. Combined with exquisitely themed restaurants, a sunset cabana bar, and a spa that caters to holistic well-being, Alila Villas offer a memorable stay. They have experiences like stand up paddleboard yoga, aerial yoga, private BBQ dinners, trekking and cycling tours, and traditional Balinese activities that further add those authentic flavours. Topping it all off perfectly are the artsy interiors created innovatively and creatively.

Image: courtesy Alila Villas

A romantic villa in Bali that’s surrounded by deep crystal-clear waters, The Bay is the newest place by Mandala and totally worth checking out for your Valentine’s Day romantic getaway. Constructed with a modernism that also embodies the traditional Balinese architecture, this island resort will have you hooked at first glance. The place also boasts of outdoor showers, an open-plan kitchen and living space, fire pit entertainment area, and a magnificent swimming pool that overlooks the clifftop onto the vast ocean.

Image: courtesy Mandala The Bay

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Sira Beach House, Tanjung, Indonesia
Sira Beach House, Tanjung, Indonesia

Built on six acres of stunning coconut groves, surrounded by clear waters and white sand, Sira Beach House is a beachfront tropical paradise that’ll have you swooning. This private island resort houses a private pool, tennis court, classy dining area, and luxury spa facilities.

It’s the perfect place for you to enjoy a relaxing vacation while also indulging in activities that are within the reach of the beach house. Scuba diving and snorkelling to experience marine life, golf, trekking to the rim of Mount Rinjani, and visits to local markets and heritage locations are some of the things to do during your stay.

Image: courtesy Sira Beach House

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Villa Leelawadee, Por Bay, Thailand
Villa Leelawadee, Por Bay, Thailand

Flaunting a distinctive design that combines spacious architecture and the scenic outdoors in a way that lends it a sense of touching the horizon, Villa Leelawadee is a sight to behold. And an equally stunning place to stay at. Built in a new-age minimalist design with high wooden ceilings, gazebo sunroof, wide lawns, and luxurious interiors, the villa is enveloped in a contemporary Scandinavian aura. The highlight being its long infinity pool that boasts of unforgettable panoramic views.

Image: courtesy Villa Leelawadee

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Song Saa Private Island Resort, Cambodia
Song Saa Private Island Resort, Cambodia

Song Saa is one of the most beautiful and best private island resorts situated in Cambodia that offers luxury as well as serenity to the heart and soul. It is perfect for that intimate romantic getaway to a paradise that every couple yearns for. The resort houses different kinds of villas ranging from jungle villas and ocean-view ones to experiential overwater villas. They also offer various activities and adventures like snorkelling, sea kayaking, in-villa movie experience, island safari, scuba diving, and nature treasure hunt, among others.

Image: courtesy Song Saa Island Resort

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Six Senses Ocean Villa, Con Dao, Vietnam
Six Senses Ocean Villa, Con Dao, Vietnam

A private hideaway resort set up amidst pristine waters and a national park, this romantic beach resort boasts of sun-bleached bamboo villas that are inspired by the traditional fishing villages. Nestled in a secluded part of the Con Dao Island, Six Senses has fifty luxurious villas and residences with a private infinity pool and private garden shower in each of them.

While the resort features distinctively themed restaurants and bars, it also accommodates an open-air meditation and yoga pavilion, coconut oil workshop, a nail bar, and exclusive treatment rooms. You can also indulge in snorkelling trips, trekking, private sunset getaway, historical tour, and gardening experience during your stay here.

Image: courtesy Six Senses Con Dao

A romantic villa in Malaysia, One&Only Desaru Coast is a paradise that every “beach person” must check out. Offering a collection of private homes and luxury suites, this makes for an exuberant getaway for that much needed mind and body rejuvenation. While each villa has its own private pool, generous indoor and outdoor spaces, and lavish showers, they are, however, distinguishable based on three types.

Pick one of their rainforest suites if you wish to be surrounded by a lush green canopy or choose an ocean villa if you just can’t get enough of gazing at the seas. Villa One, a luxury villa, is the cynosure of this resort that’s a blend of all. Their Chenot Spa has personalised wellness programmes inspired by ancient and new wisdoms to recharge you back to health.

Image: courtesy One&Only Resorts

Nestled in a UNESCO World Geopark and shrouded by a tropical rainforest, clear waters, and limestone cliffs, this island resort makes for a spectacular retreat. The Malay-style luxury villas and pavilions are a serene haven that every couple would love to escape to. Spend your time here by swimming in your private plunge pool, idling at your private terrace, exploring the neighbouring mangrove forests and rivers, binge-eating the authentic Malay cuisine, and loosening up at The Geo Spa. Also make the most of your stay by revelling in experiences like kayaking, enjoying the sky bridge and cable car, lounging at the fish house, and cosying up in the adult quiet pool.

Image: courtesy Booking.com

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Amanpulo, Pamalican Island, Philippines
Amanpulo, Pamalican Island, Philippines

Flanked with pristine reefs and white sand beaches, Amanpulo is one of the best private island resorts that would be an ideal getaway destination for you this Valentine’s Day. Set on the beachfront or sheltered within a forest canopy, their private villas and casitas are reflective of what tropical paradises look like. Providing a generous space and stunning views in complete privacy, each villa comes with a private pool, a private chef, and butler. You can also choose from the range of beach, treetop, and hillside casitas that are an exquisite combination of luxury and nature.

They also offer activities like diving, kite surfing, and fishing expeditions, while their in-house spa and wellness centre have facilities like treatment suites, Pilate studio, yoga pavilion, and tennis courts among others.

Image: courtesy Amanpulo

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Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa, Thailand
Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa, Thailand

One of the most romantic hotels for couples in Phuket, Sri Panwa pool and spa resort defines opulence like no other. With breathtaking views of the South-eastern tip of Phuket and a design that brings comfort, luxury, and tropical outdoors together, their villas and residencies feel like private homes. They are furnished exquisitely and equipped with everything one might need during their stay. Apart from numerous villas, the luxury hotel also has various thematic restaurants, a rooftop bar, a pool club, a lounge area, and a cooking school. Their Cool Spa caters to different spa treatments and services along with salon facilities.

Image: courtesy Sri Panwa

If you’re seeking a getaway that’s all about holistic wellness, health optimisation, and rejuvenation, then gift yourself and your other half a retreat at The Istana. While the stay options include different private and luxury suites to wind down in, it is their health and wellness services that gives this destination an edge. They offer a variety of recreational facilities like cryotherapy, sensory deprivation tanks, hyperbaric chambers, infrared sauna, dry heat sauna, sound dome sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, cliffside yoga shala, and a meditation hall. Other facilities include the fine dining and lounging areas, cinema room, library, cliffside fire pit, and the zen gardens.

Image: courtesy The Istana

Cocooned between the Nha Trang and Cam Ranh cliffs, Mia is a secluded beach resort that redefines luxury. The boutique resort is a home to ten spacious residences overlooking the clear blue waters and surrounded by hefty greens. The resort is designed with sustainability as its guiding principle. Built using eco-friendly materials, the rooms and villas further establish a deeper connection with the surrounding environs. While their wine & dine facilities include three classy restaurants and bar, the Xanh Spa offers specialised treatments to provide a tailor-made experience. A fitness centre, tennis court, gift shop, business centre, two infinity pools, and a private beach are some of the other facilities this property offers.

Image: courtesy Mia Resort

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Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi, Malaysia
Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi, Malaysia

Ambong-Ambong has a collection of nine exclusive luxury pool villas with picturesque views of the skies and the seas. Each villa has its own pool, lanai, and a kitchenette along with an outdoor romantic dining area. The chic tropical interiors complement the natural environment splendidly making up for one memorable experience amongst all your travel stories. The plush property is also equipped with private dining areas, a spa, and outdoor activities like excursions, yoga sessions, cooking classes, and sea safaris. While you can enjoy some delectable dishes at their restaurant Rimba, their rooftop bar with a sunset view is perfect to let loose as the mixologist Wan satiates all your cocktail desires.

Image: courtesy Booking.com

FAQs

What is the average cost of staying in a private romantic villa?

The price of staying in a private villa is subjective and differs from one property to another. There are numerous aspects that these prices depend upon, for instance, the destination, the season of visiting, type of villa, the view it offers, the facilities and luxuries it’s equipped with, among others.

What are some of the best romantic beach villas?

Of the entire list, some of the best romantic beach villas are Villa Hin, Sira Beach House, Six Senses Ocean Villa, One& Only Desaru Coast, and Mia Resort.

What are the best honeymoon locations?

Some of the best romantic destinations in Southeast Asia for honeymoon are Bali, Koh Samui, Langkawi, Singapore, Pattaya, and Philippines.

How to choose the perfect villa for a romantic date?

Here are a few things you need to keep in mind before finalising that perfect villa for a romantic getaway: 1. Whether you’re on your honeymoon or simply want to spend some time together with just each other, having privacy is essential. Always look for a private villa or a residency that offers seclusion. 2. Romantic settings are a must. Be it a private dining area with a sunset view, private pools, own terrace, luxurious indoor and outdoor showers, or other intimate spaces, they always take it all a notch above. 3. There’s something about luxury that amps up the entire experience. From having an entire villa to yourselves that’s equipped with everything you might need to having a private beach, choosing a villa that offers such facilities would do wonders.
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Divya Arora

With an academic background in Public Relations, Divya has a flair for writing about topics spanning genres like lifestyle, beauty, fashion, travel, FnB, tech and entertainment. She fancies everything that's a wholesome blend of contemporary finery and timelessness. Quirky earrings and tees are her weakness. When not creating content, you will find her devouring food, snuggling in with a book and a cup-a-chai, admiring skies or revisiting Hogwarts.
 
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