Paradise Found: The Top 10 Best Lesbian Resorts Around the Globe!

We’ve all thought about what it would be like to stay at a resort in the past, and some of us have been able to make that thought a glorious, sunny reality, but what does it mean to search out an excellent accommodation location with being queer firmly in mind? What makes somewhere the best lesbian resort, and what are the ingredients to having a wonderful time while on holiday at one of the gay hotspots of the world?

We’re used to talking about issues relating to queer safety and wellness regarding living, marriage, and workplace equality, but things don’t stop there. Traveling as a gay person is an entirely new kind of feat and requires even more foresight than it does for non-gay holidayers.

On top of that, searching for queer holiday accommodation locations, in general, can be somewhat of a difficult thing to pull off – especially when you’re looking to travel to areas of the world that you’ll be seeing for the first time.

Not everything is negative, however. Once you’ve found the place that best fits you, you’ll be treated to a sapphic-exclusive paradise where you can carve out your niche and truly feel like yourself.

With the exquisite, exclusive, and incredibly queer locations on this list, you’ll finally receive the attention you need in the ways you need it. The cheery on top of it all is that you’ll be surrounded by people that understand you. At the same time, you experience a level of relaxation, unlike anything you’ve ever had the privilege of indulging yourself in.

There’s everything from beachside paradises to rural getaways available here, and no matter what you like to prioritize when it comes to accommodation – be it food, comfort, privacy, or a central location to nearby clubs and bars – there’s sure to be something that fits you and adds an extra queer cherry on the top of it all as well.

That’s not to say that everything on this list is about being gay and nothing else. Although there are some truly wonderful places in the world for lesbians and queer people to explore, things that appeal to gay travelers aren’t always necessarily marketed toward them.

We know that, and therefore we’d like to note that the amazing all-inclusive resorts on this list follow the same logic. Most of these wonderful hotels have been listed as accommodating, friendly, and unjudgmental to and by queer people in general, as well as being highly rated by previous guests and critics.

Too eager to wait any longer and looking forward to getting your hands dirty sifting through the excellent sapphic accommodation options on offer? That’s more than understandable. So, with no further ado, allow us to open the curtains on the top ten best lesbian resorts around the world – places of sun, sand, intoxicating nature, and – most importantly – queer atmosphere up to the gills!

Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa

Scuba diving, beach living, and a sunny getaway unlike any other. Located right up against the Caribbean Sea on the coast of the Dominican Republic and bordering one of the region’s most famous gay hotels in the Royalton CHIC Punta Cana, the Dreams Onyz Resort and Spa is all-lesbian, all fun, and all colors thanks to its incredible dedication to queer accommodation, and its sunny, gleeful atmosphere.

Staying at the Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa is exactly that – a queer dream fueled by some of the most stunning backdrops known to any hotel on earth and an all-inclusive accommodation policy that takes away leagues of worry and extra costs.

Two of the other hotels on this list may share the Caribbean Sea with the Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa, but none capture the essence of tropical resort living quite as well as this lesbian-targeted heaven away from home. 

Some of the most complimented factors of the Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa, outside of its excellent staff and mission dedication to nurturing the LGBTQ+ community, are its competent spa space, excellent breakfast, and top-level evening food.

Some guests to this resort have even gone as far as to dub the culinary offerings from its in-house Mercure French restaurant as some of the best fares that they have had in their entire lives, and if that isn’t striking motivation to get in there and try what the Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa have to offer, then we don’t know what is.

The Seabird Resort

Located just outside San Diego and kissing right up against the blue expanse of the North Pacific Ocean, this shiny, palm-tree-lined oasis is the sheer embodiment of queer-accepting aristocracy.

The Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa that we just covered were luxurious and exclusive enough, but just when you might have thought that things couldn’t get any more fancy and spectacular, allow us to introduce the Seabird Resort.

Now – this resort may not be as strictly targeted towards queer travelers as the lesbian-catering mission of this list’s first hotel was. Still, the Seabird is a paradise of a resort managed by none other than the world-famous Hyatt hotel chain. This pedigree is just one of the many heralding factors of its worthiness to be included here nonetheless.

Outside of the resort itself, the Townsite neighborhood is extremely visitor-friendly and colorful, including its dash of queer energy and amazing food culture. This is not to say that you’ll have to go looking for food and shopping outside of the Seabird Resort, however, unless you’re simply looking to enjoy the nearby area and branch out into a new place for the thrill of it.

The Seabird Resort’s all-inclusive catering status means that you can eat and indulge at the resort’s incredible Piper restaurant without extra charge, and there’s also a bar for you to relax at and enjoy the company of like-minded travelers and patrons from around the world. Things get better and better at the Seabird!

Ka’ana Resort

Suppose the country of Belize is known for one thing in the holiday scene. In that case, it’s for incredible beaches, endless sun, and a carefree mentality that captures the spirit of South and Central America to a tee.

Although it is family-friendly and less adult- and queer-specific than some of the other hotels on this list, the Ka’ana Resort forms the perfect line between luxurious and affordable, and this is one of the most important factors in making it a star on this list of lesbian resorts.

It’s also recommended as a resort for couples of all denominations, so there’s no reason why it can’t be your romantic retreat location. This resort is the amiable middle for all those interested in getting the most bang for their buck while still feeling like you’re treating themselves and perhaps their significant other something special. 

The rooms of the Ka’ana Resort are without a doubt one of the strongest points of its accommodation offerings, boasting impressive design choices, excellent views out over the sea, full service, and outstanding maintenance that will make you feel like you’re sleeping and relaxing in a second home that happens to be right up against one of the best beaches in the world.

There’s a spa as part of the resort’s common areas, and a wide range of food to choose from that rotates with the seasons and the particular delicacies of the month.

Seaglass Inn & Spa

Provincetown – located right at the tip of Massachusetts’ tail – is one of the most famous destinations in the world when it comes to lesbian accommodation thanks to a long history of direct involvement between the hospitality industry and the LGBTQ+ community in the area and the Seaglass Inn and Spa does a beyond excellent job of keeping this reputation alive.

Not only is the Seaglass Inn and Spa an incredible lesbian-friendly hotel that is sure to make every aspect of your queer holiday a dream, but relaxing in any one of its peaceful sitting areas or spas is also the perfect pairing and accompaniment to time spent exploring the surrounding region.

This location is the most affordable on this list, but that doesn’t take away from the specialness of its offerings and the unique flavor of accommodation it gives its honored guests.

The Seaglass Inn and Spa are – in order with its name – home to a rather impressive spa and massage parlor, and this luxurious sense of relaxation spills out onto the resort’s other public spaces, free breakfast, and caring but laid-back staff.

The Seaglass maintains excellent sea views despite not fitting into the general image of a resort hotel and capitalizes upon this with perfect window places and a large, open design to its layout. The private rooms are nothing short of amazingly modern and well-kept, regardless of price or caliber, allowing you to enjoy your well-earned holiday safely and comfortably.

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

Such an excellent, exquisite, and unique location rarely pops up on the radar of queer and queer-friendly hotels, but here we are. Located right out amongst the most exclusive and exquisite part of the famous Maldives islands, the Alila Kothaifaru has five stars to its name, but the truth is that if this amazing resort could have even more than five, it would have earned every single one.

Reviews of this location are sky, high, and that’s just the beginning of it all, thanks to the resort’s excellent reputation with queer travelers and in supporting the LGBTQ+ community in general. Discrimination has no place out here amongst the waves – only the spirits of relaxation and fun do.

Although Alila Kothaifaru’s price tag is somewhat impressive, this fact is balanced out remarkably well by the fact that the resort is all-inclusive, powerfully equipped, and surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes known to mankind.

The Maldives are famous for luxurious holidaying for a reason, and there is nowhere more apt to explore and experience that luxury than right here at this amazing lesbian-friendly resort.

No matter if you’re traveling with a special someone or you’re simply coming alone to either relax or find other likeminded people to socialize with, you can bet that everything you could need will be served to you on a silver platter here and that every note of indulgence will be amplified tenfold by the backdrop of golden sand and tranquil blue.

Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya

Now this is a unique location that feels a lot more like a royal Spanish villa rather than a queer resort open and welcoming to all. Imperial is the right word to describe this location – a tall, aristocratic, and almost manor-like establishment set right up against the Gulf of Mexico and the glorious city of Cancún.

We know that we just came from a top-shelf location with the Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, and it must be said that this list is fairly star-studded when it comes to five-star, aristocratic resorts, but the value of the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya is impossible to ignore. If you’ve decided that it’s time to spoil yourself and perhaps your significant other on a ladies’ getaway down south, this is the place to do it.

This hotel has the lot – all-inclusivity, a firm status as adults-only, and a refined set of services that make every moment of the day even more exciting than they already were, thanks to the exciting design of the Valentin Imperial and its tropical surroundings.

The direct beachfront-bordering complex of the resort’s property is full to the brim with exciting relaxation opportunities, ranging from a café, a sand volleyball course and plenty of seating and swimming areas.

In a record-breaking high for this list, the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya has eight restaurants and bars, the likes of which offer everything from French, Japanese, Italian and seafood fare totally price free under an all-inclusive booking.

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

Queer guests from far and near love this one, and with all of the benefits and details considered, it’s not hard to see why. Las Vegas may not be the first location that one pictures when thinking of fancy lesbian resorts full of holiday feelings, but there is certainly a colorful, queer, and incredibly unique experience on offer here that more than deserves an entry on this list.

The Virgin franchise is one of the LGBTQ+ community’s earliest supporters in the corporate world, and as such, it may come as no surprise that the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is the perfect location for queer guests looking for the ideal balance between glamor and glitz of Vegas and the community feel of a queer-friendly hotel.

The international airport is near, as are some of the most exciting locations in the state, and the core of Las Vegas is the very ground that this resort lives and breathes upon.

Everything about this location is contemporary, comfortable, and exciting, from its design and interior decoration to the wide range of culinary offerings that it factors into its various all-inclusive packages.

There’s a Mexican restaurant on the side for that southern state charm, a steak house for something heartier or some light grill, and even a donut shop for sweet snacks. The true highlight of the location, however, comes from the predictable inclusion of its very own casino, a well-decorated and charming establishment sure to get your queer party rolling fast. 

Bambú Resort

Also known as Casa Bambu Resort, this excellent Spanish holiday destination combines the best of the Mediterranean with a forward-thinking and inherently modern attitude that makes it truly refreshing.

Although it isn’t a shiny and commercialized accommodation paradise compared to some of the five-star and generally more polished locations on this list, there is a certain quality to the Bambú Resort that sets it apart from the rest of the pack with absolute ease. This resort is hands-on, unique, and well-thought-out in a way that the most expensive all-inclusive holiday resort couldn’t possibly hope to replicate.

Not only is the Bambú Resort lesbian-owned and naturally dedicated to supporting and serving as a social hub for the LGBTQ+ community, but its management and staff are all caring and heartfelt workers, meaning that you’ll truly feel cared for after and part of one big queer family while staying here, regardless of whether you’re alone or spending some holiday time with your girlfriend or wife. 

The surroundings of the Bambú Resort are just about as relaxing as they could get, and that’s without mentioning the surprisingly powerful offerings that the resort has on the table for its guests.

There’s a wide range of room options to choose from, as well as everything from massages, yoga classes, and collaborative Spanish lessons to participate in while you’re there. If you’re looking to venture a little out of your shell, there are also guided walking tours, riding stables, and boundless nature to explore!

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort

Holidaying like a queen – or pair of queers – without damaging the environment? Sounds like an incredible deal to us! The Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is located just a bit more southern down the coast of Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico from the Valentin Imperial earlier on this list, and a world away in terms of accommodation style and mission as a business.

If you’re looking for a holiday location that is both intensely interesting, much more queer-catering, and that, in general, takes a more hands-on approach to accommodation than commercial locations like the two Hyatt-sponsored resorts on this list, then this is without a doubt the place for your lesbian holiday!

As the hotel’s name might imply, this location has a very special dedication to the environment that it inhabits and a mission statement to boot, but that doesn’t stop it from breaking out all stops on creating an amazing nightlife atmosphere and an all-inclusive package that feels almost like not having to worry about money at all and being able to eat, drink, and experience what you’d like.

Previous guests are quickly made into lifelong fans of the resort and its flood of available services, food, comforts, and environment, and you needn’t believe us either, thanks to the widely available reviews from queer travelers who have stayed at the Sandos Caracol Eco Resort in the past. A tennis court, outdoor water park, extensive pool spaces, and the hotel’s two restaurants are just the start of the fun!

Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos

The Hard Rock franchise isn’t outwardly known for having a strong dedication to the LGBTQ+ community, but that doesn’t mean that the Hotel Las Cabos can’t impress queer crowds with its inclusivity-focused marketing approach and history of protective staff actions.

The truth is that that is exactly what this amazing resort has done – offering welcoming accommodation without discrimination and with caring protection of rights to people from all walks of life. That’s great enough as it is, but the fun hardly even starts there.

The pool is beyond excellent and aristocratic, and the view from the hotel’s water-bound and seating areas is splendid, gazing out over the Pacific Ocean with absolute clarity and lack of obstruction. This resort is fully all-inclusive, which is another reason why the location’s slightly elevated price tag is more than worth the stretch of the wallet.

While – as we said earlier – the Hard Rock name isn’t commonly associated with queer issues, it is known for heralding exemplary quality and a top-shelf attitude in everything that it sponsors, and this is exactly the kind of atmosphere and energy that you can expect from the Los Cabos Hotel.

The location has not one but four separate restaurants, serving grill cuisine, traditional Asian street food, Spanish delicacies, and amazing Brazilian specialties with equal enthusiasm and competence throughout the Hotel Los Cabos’s refined rooms and public spaces. Match that up with direct beach access, and you have a five-star lesbian resort!