While hotel bathrooms may not top the list of priorities for most people when planning a trip, there are some that offer much more than a place to freshen up before dinner. The following bathrooms combine style with unsurpassed views, so much so that you may never want to get out of the tub!
1 — The Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia
The Southern Ocean Lodge on Australia's Kangaroo Island is the ultimate in luxury accommodation; surrounded by natural bush land with spectacular views over the dramatic coastline this lodge really has the wow factor!
The open bathroom commands views to the horizon and boasts a hand sculptured granite bath, heated limestone floors and deluxe rain shower.
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2 — Kaya Mawa, Lake Malawi
Kaya Mawa means ‘maybe tomorrow’ and this sums up the relaxed atmosphere of this quirky lodge. Built on a rocky promontory, it has a maze of twisting pathways and steps leading to stone chalets with views over the water.
In the most romantic location on the shore of Lake Malawi the amazing baths provide the perfect sunset viewpoint. The honeymoon chalet is on a tiny island of its own, and has an open-air bathtub offering spectacular views of this world-famous lake.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to Malawi or call our Malawi specialists directly on 01993 838 540 to discuss your travel ideas.
3 — The Wickaninnish Inn, Canada
The Wickaninnish Inn is one of Canada's legendary hotels and its reputation for excellent service and spectacular views is well deserved.
After a busy day exploring the local area, relax with a soak in one of the Wickaninnish Inn's bathtubs and take in the spectacular views over the Canadian coastline, with only the stars for company.
Afterwards, visit The Pointe restaurant, the only four diamond restaurant north of Victoria and renowned for its cuisine.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to Canada or call our Canada specialists directly on 01993 838 700 to discuss your travel ideas.
4 — The Twelve Apostles Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa
The Twelve Apostles in Cape Town, South Africa enjoys one of the most stunning settings of any hotel on the Cape peninsula.
Behind the hotel soar the peaks of the Twelve Apostles, the twelve rocky promontories that form a spine toward Table Mountain, while in front of the hotel are unimpeded views of the ocean, with a small rocky bay directly below the hotel that even has its own shipwreck.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to South Africa or call our South Africa specialists directly on 01993 838 550 to discuss your travel ideas.
5 — Ramathra Fort, Ramathra, India
Sitting high above Kalisil Lake and the Daang plateau, the views from Ramathra Fort are spectacular, and there is no better way to watch the sunset over the lake than from the comfort of your own bathtub.
Whether boating on the lake, driving out to local villages, having a sundowner above a huge ravine or just relaxing on the ramparts, this is a remote and wonderful place to stay.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to India or call our India specialists directly on 01993 838 330 to discuss your travel ideas.
6 — Hotel Tsubakino, Yudanaka Onsen, Japan
Hotel Tsubakino is a modern ryokan hotel located in Yudanaka Onsen, a small town famous for hot springs and surrounded by the beautiful mountains of Nagano.
Enjoy a spectacular view of the northern Japanese Alps while soaking in private baths filled with hot spring water from the Yudanaka region, where water temperatures average a very comfortable and relaxing 41°C (105°F).
Find out more about tailor-made tours to Japan or call our Japan specialists directly on 01993 838 210 to discuss your travel ideas.
7 — Anantara Si Kao, Thailand
This tranquil beach-side retreat is located on the edge of the Chao Mai National Park and nestled in the Si Kao district of Trang province.
The Anantara Resort and its surroundings are dotted with pine trees which overlook the sandy beaches of the Andaman Sea and the stunning limestone karst scenery — take advantage of these spectacular views from the comfort of the tub.
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8 — The Peninsula, Hong Kong
The Peninsula is the 'Grande Dame' of Hong Kong, redolent with the atmosphere of its early colonial heyday. It remains one of Hong Kong’s greatest institutions, with its elegant interior updated with modern comforts by an extensive renovation in the 90s.
Selected suites in the Hong Kong offer bathrooms which look out over the iconic Hong Kong skyline, with view right across the bay to Victoria Peak on Hong Kong island.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to China or call our China specialists directly on 01993 838 220 to discuss your travel ideas.
9 — Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp, the Kruger Park, South Africa
Tented camps symbolise safaris to many people, and those who have experienced one know that a canvas roof does not mean any compromise in comfort or luxury.
At Chapungu the eight tented suites all have air-conditioning, full en suite facilities, private decks and luxurious outside baths on your deck, where you can relax after a day on safari and watch life pass you by.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to South Africa or call our South Africa specialists directly on 01993 838 550 to discuss your travel ideas.
10 — Baros Island, the Maldives
Baros island is small and idyllic making it one of the more intimate resorts in the North Male Atoll. All of the 74 air conditioned villas are designed with luxury in mind and the water villas are made entirely of wood with fabulous views of the ocean.
Relax in the evening and watch the sun setting over the stunning Indian Ocean from the comfort of your bathtub.
Find out more about tailor-made tours to the Maldives or call our Maldives specialists directly on 01993 838 310 to discuss your travel ideas.
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