Joy Honeymoons
Honeymoon hotels worth the flight
Dream destinations. Standout stays. All in one place.
Honeymoon Planning
How Joy Honeymoons Works
Pick where you want to wake up. We’ll help you find the perfect hotels, so you can book and save, all on Joy.
Step one
You choose where — or when
Pick a destination you’re dreaming about, or start with the month you’re free.
Step two
We show you where to stay
Curated hotels in all your dream destinations.
Step three
Book with Joy
Enjoy peace of mind with 24/7 concierge support.
Top Spots Joy Couples Love
Honeymoon Destinations
Beach mornings, city nights, mountain breeze — or a bit of everything.
Choose Maui and you’ll get Wailea — not just any roadside hotel with 'Maui' in the name.
Maui, Hawaii
Golden beaches, relaxing mornings, and an island made for taking your time.
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Kyoto, Japan
Temple gardens, quiet lanes, and dinners that last the whole evening.
Best: late Mar, Nov
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Clifftop stays, long lunches, and views that make the winding road worthwhile.
Best: May–Jun, Sep
Santorini, Greece
Chic whitewashed escapes, stunning caldera sunsets, and endless sea views all around.
Best time: May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Maldives
Overwater villas, crystal-clear lagoons, and nothing much on the schedule.
Best time: Nov–Apr
Bali, Indonesia
Wake up to jungle mornings, unwind with beachside nights, and enjoy a refreshing change of pace.
Best time: Apr–Oct
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Warm waters, gorgeous resorts, and every reason to stay just a bit longer.
Best: Dec–Apr
Costa Rica
Cloud forest one morning, Pacific surf the next.
Best: Dec–Apr
Start With Your Date
Honeymoon destinations by month
Pick the month you're planning around and we'll show you where's best — and where's not.
Maldives
Dry season, calm water, and the clearest skies of the year.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Warm days without the summer humidity.
Costa Rica
Dry season in full swing on the Pacific side.
Maui, Hawaii
Whale season off the west shore, and the beaches stay quiet.
Bali and Thailand's Andaman coast are in their wet season.
Maldives
Still dry, still quiet, before the March rush.
Costa Rica
The green season is over and the Pacific coast is at its best.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Cool nights, warm sea, and the clearest reef water of the year.
Maui, Hawaii
Peak whale watching, and the rain stays on the north shore.
Europe's coasts are shut for the season — Amalfi and Santorini are quiet for a reason.
Kyoto, Japan
Late March is blossom season, and the gardens stay open into the evening.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Warm sea, long days—just before the summer heat kicks in.
Costa Rica
Enjoy the last few dry weeks before the rains return.
Maui, Hawaii
Warm and dry, with trade winds keeping the afternoons nice and cool.
Caribbean prices peak during spring break, and the beaches get crowded too.
Kyoto, Japan
Blossoms in the north of the city, and nothing else on the agenda.
Bali, Indonesia
The rain clears and the rice terraces are at their lushest.
Maui, Hawaii
Shoulder season — warm beaches, plenty of space on the sand.
Costa Rica
Enjoy misty mornings in the cloud forest before the afternoon rain comes.
Santorini hasn't warmed up yet, and many caldera hotels are still closed.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Warm sea, long evenings, and still peaceful before the crowds show up.
Santorini, Greece
Everything’s open, but nowhere’s packed.
Bali, Indonesia
Dry, clear skies, and much quieter than July.
Maui, Hawaii
Calm waters on the south shore, and daylight lasts till late.
Maldives enters its rainy season this month.
Santorini, Greece
Long daylight, warm waters, and the caldera looking its best.
Maui, Hawaii
The south and west shores are dry, calm, and warm.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
The sea is warm, and the lemon groves are in full bloom.
Bali, Indonesia
Dry season starts, with clear mornings.
Caribbean hurricane season starts at the beginning of the month.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Warm sea, long evenings, before the August crowds arrive.
Bali, Indonesia
Dry season. Mornings are clear, and it’s cool inland at night.
Santorini, Greece
Days are hot, but the meltemi breeze makes evenings comfortable.
The Maldives is in its wet season, and the Caribbean is heading into hurricane season. Both are cheaper for a reason.
Bali, Indonesia
This is the driest month, and the west coast surf is at its peak.
Maui, Hawaii
Warm, dry, and reliably calm.
Italy and Greece are at their hottest and busiest — Ferragosto means the cities empty out to the coast.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
The sea’s still warm and the coast is much quieter now.
Maui, Hawaii
Shoulder season, so you’ll get the quietest beaches all year.
Santorini, Greece
September light, warm sea, and dinner outdoors every night.
Peak hurricane season in the Caribbean, including Riviera Maya.
Santorini, Greece
Warm sea, gentle light, and the last of the season.
Bali, Indonesia
Just before the rainy season, everything’s still open.
Maui, Hawaii
Dry, peaceful, and the best value month on the island.
Kyoto’s autumn leaves haven’t changed yet — best to wait till late November.
Kyoto, Japan
Maple leaves change colour, and temple gardens stay open late.
Maldives
Dry season starts, and the water turns crystal clear.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Hurricane season’s over, and the holiday crowds haven’t shown up yet.
Bali’s rainy season is back, and Costa Rica’s Pacific coast is still drying out.
Maldives
Dry, warm, and super calm — best water all year round.
Costa Rica
Dry season starts on both coasts.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Warm sea and clear skies, just before the holiday crowd.
Maui, Hawaii
Lush mountains, warm ocean, and whales making their return.
Europe’s islands are closed for winter, and Bali’s at its wettest.
Where to Stay
Honeymoon Hotels & Resorts
From cliffside hideouts to overwater villas, check out some top hotels and resorts, then view live dates and prices on Joy.
Canaves Oia
Santorini, Greece
Tucked into the cliff at the peaceful end of Oia, with a view of the caldera.
A plunge pool set in a whitewashed cave, opening out to the sea.
Soneva Jani
Noonu Atoll, Maldives
Built over the water, with steps leading straight down from your private deck.
A private lagoon in Noonu Atoll, only accessible by seaplane.
San Domenico Palace
Taormina, Sicily
Once a convent perched above the bay, with Mt Etna just across the terrace.
The pool is right at the cliff edge, with views stretching down the coast to Giardini Naxos.
Villa San Michele
Fiesole, Florence
Terraced gardens on the hillside, with Florence spread out in the valley below.
A 15th-century monastery nestled among olive groves above the city.
Maroma
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Thatched roofs, private pool, and jungle just outside your door.
Located along a long stretch of Caribbean beach, just an hour south of Cancún.
El Fenn
Marrakech, Morocco
Courtyard riad in the medina, with a rooftop perfect for lazy afternoons.
Just steps from Jemaa el-Fnaa, tucked behind a door you might easily miss.
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
Paris, France
Ivy-covered courtyard, just five minutes from the Seine.
Located along Avenue Montaigne, just down the road from the Eiffel Tower.
Copacabana Palace
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
French doors open out to the ocean, with Copacabana just below.
This iconic 1923 hotel sits right on the beach, between Sugarloaf and Ipanema.
Badrutt's Palace
St Moritz, Switzerland
Arched windows, plush armchairs, and a stunning mountain view.
Overlooking the lake in the Engadin valley, open all year round.
This Month's Spotlight
Amalfi Coast Honeymoons
Clifftop hotels, leisurely lunches, and sparkling blue waters—the Amalfi Coast makes every day feel special.
We’d recommend going in September—same beautiful sea, but far fewer people.
Six Ways to Honeymoon
Honeymoon Ideas by Trip Type
Beach days? Big adventures? Or just want to indulge in endless room service? Pick a mood and see where it takes you.
Search Stays
Thinking of somewhere else? We’ll get you there.
All hotels and resorts on Joy are available for you. Pick a destination below to get started, or use Joy Stays to search anywhere by location and dates.
Registry
Honeymoon funds
Let your guests send you somewhere wonderful.
Add a honeymoon fund to your Joy registry for hotel stays, flights, dinners, adventures, or anything else you both have in mind. Joy doesn’t charge any fees for cash gifts—only standard credit card processing fees may apply.
Why Joy
Why couples use Joy to plan their honeymoons
Joy already helps couples plan their weddings, welcome guests, and book hotels. Now, we’re making it even easier to find the perfect spot to celebrate after your last dance.
- couples have planned with Joy
- 1M+
- hotels and resorts with real-time dates and prices, ready to book
- 500+
- booking fees — just pay the hotel’s rate, no extra charges
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Good to Know
A few honeymoon questions, answered.
Do I need a Joy account to browse?
No need. Anyone can check out this page and browse destinations without logging in.
How do I book a stay?
Pick a featured destination or search for your own. We’ll bring you straight to Joy Stays with your destination and dates (if you’ve added them) all set.
Are the prices here up to date?
You’ll see live prices and availability in Joy Stays after you choose a destination. Any info on this page is just a guide to help you get started.
Can we book a place that’s not listed?
Of course! The featured destinations are just for ideas—you’re not limited to them. You can search for any hotel or resort available on Joy.
How much does a honeymoon like this cost?
It really depends more on when you go than where you go. The same room can have different prices between off-peak and peak periods. Choose your month first, then check the latest prices on Joy Stays.
Can we book flights or a whole package?
Joy Honeymoons is for hotels and resorts — you’ll see live dates and prices, and can book your room directly, no package needed. Flights and other arrangements you’ll handle yourself, but your honeymoon fund can go towards all of it.
When should we book?
For peak months, best to book six to nine months ahead. Shoulder season is more flexible. Once your date is set, check the month above — it’ll show if you’re entering someone else’s peak season.
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Wedding’s all planned. So, where to next?
Pick a place. Book your stay. Start counting down.