15 Hotels to Book for Winter Sun, From Costa Rica to The Maldives

"When booking that warm-weather winter vacation, where you stay is paramount to snowbird success: You're looking for a sun-drenched slice of paradise where you don't have to think about much else besides still or sparkling, beach or pool. The hotels on this list-dotting temperate locations from Antigua to the Maldives -each offer something for everyone, whether that's all-inclusivity, proximity to nature, or luxe spa treatments."

"Some of these properties are palm-covered villas, situated right on the beach, while others are perched high in the jungle. These properties make the most of their breezy climates, opening the door up to activities you wouldn't be able to get in the snow-sloshed winter months-from golfing and pickleball to rainforest treks and flamingo yoga. Below, the best hotels to book for winter sun."

Hotels in temperate locations from Antigua to the Maldives provide sun-drenched retreats with a variety of formats, including luxury all-inclusives, beachfront palm-covered villas, and lodges perched high in the jungle. Offerings include proximity to nature, luxe spa treatments, and amenities tailored to leisure, from golf and pickleball to rainforest treks and flamingo yoga. Properties capitalize on breezy climates to enable outdoor activities unavailable in snow-sloshed winter months and often situate guests directly on the beach or immersed in rainforest. Design, location, service, and sustainability credentials are key attributes across price points for effortless winter escapes.

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