Spain honeymoon destinations for a sizzling getaway for two

Escape to Mallorca’s four-star Ca’s Xorc for a blissful post-wedding break. Nestled in the Tramuntana Mountains, this boutique hotel is encircled by tropical flowers and ancient olive trees.

Gaze out over views of the lush Sóller valley from the sun-soaked terrace of your Deluxe Double Room. Call on room service for breakfast in bed, or drift outside to a feast of Serrano ham and creamy local cheeses in the hotel’s manicured gardens.

The infinity pool has vistas over the valley and Sóller Bay. Take a romantic stroll through the estate’s private olive groves, the air scented with the fragrance of bougainvillaeas, and spy the resident sheep and donkeys. Round things off with a soak in the Jacuzzi, then pop the cork on a bottle of champagne from the well-stocked wine cellar.

Soul-stirring Seville is where you’ll find the four-star Hotel Boutique Casa del Poeta. Start married life by spoiling yourselves in a luxurious Premier Suite. You’ll wake among Egyptian cotton sheets, perhaps moving into your elegant ensuite for a sensual soak in the Travertine stone bath. Freshen up with Hermès toiletries, then walk five minutes to the palm-fringed Jardines de Murillo (Murillo Gardens), picking up fresh croissants en route from a café.

You’re right in the heart of Seville, where you can marvel at the Gothic vaults of Seville Cathedral or navigate the Old Town’s cobblestone streets, slipping into tiny tapas bars for tasty treats. Later on, settle among the amber-lit decadence of your room and toast your nuptials with the complimentary wine.

The Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid exudes historic charm. Housed within a restored 19th-century palace, this swish accommodation is swathed in quirky decor. Interiors bear the hallmark of famed interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán, so you can rest assured that your honeymoon will be a stylish one – especially if you choose the sleek penthouse suite with its own grand roof terrace.

Spend days with your special someone exploring the achingly cool Salesas district around the hotel. Find souvenirs in cute indie shops and pick up a typical local snack in the bustling Mercado de Barceló. Alternatively, relax by the hotel’s vertical garden – an impressive wall of lush greenery – just outside the YOUnique Lounge. Aperol-laced Sonámbula cocktails are served as afternoon melts into evening and the moon rises overhead.

Be tempted away for a Canary Islands honeymoon at the five-star Royal Hideaway Corales Suites. Elegant rooms here are swathed in calming neutral decor while the colours of the Mediterranean Sea flood in through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Choose a decadent Villa Suite and bask on a sun-drenched private terrace by your own pool – just add cocktails for an afternoon of pure bliss. In addition to a private kitchen, this suite boasts a bathroom with deep-soaking tub.

Indulge at the hotel’s spa with Ayurvedic treatments such as Marma Abhyanga (a herb-scented relaxation massage). Maximise the romance with the hotel’s night cruise, where you’ll sail beneath the stars and gaze at the heavens through a telescope before a gourmet dinner on board.

You’ll wake to views of Barcelona Cathedral when you stay at the four-star H10 Madison. Settle down amid the city’s historic Old Town in a Deluxe Double Room, padding across your room’s parquet floors to freshen up in your marble ensuite. Use your slick coffee machine for a morning jolt of java before heading out to explore.

The hotel is a short walk from many iconic attractions, so make the easy 9-minute meander to La Rambla. Stop for crispy churros with rich melted chocolate, then continue to the waterfront. If you jump on the Port Cable Car, you’ll soar high above the city’s coastline.

Afternoons on your Barcelona honeymoon are best spent on the hotel’s roof terrace. Unwind in the seasonal heated plunge pool or simply sip cocktails on a nearby lounger as the sun sets.

Set in the mountains of magical Mallorca, the Mirabó de Valldemossa is a four-star gem. With a name meaning ‘beautiful view’, you know you’re in for a treat at this restored 16th-century finca (agricultural land with property). As there are just nine boutique rooms, the service here is satisfyingly personal.

All rooms reflect the region’s heritage, with natural stone walls and antique furnishings. The Deluxe Double is especially great for couples thanks to its array of luxury amenities and location in a private annex. Sink into the bubbles of a decadent spa bath and take time to relax in the Spanish sunshine on your secluded sun terrace.

Talented chefs will satisfy your gastronomic desires. Welcome in the evening with traditional Mallorcan cuisine such as saffron-scented seafood paella and sample local wines from the hotel’s inviting honesty bar.

Whisk your other half away for an Andalusian retreat at the Hacienda de San Rafael. Occupying a former olive estate, this 18th-century hotel is encircled by fragrant jasmine and lush trees plump with olives and almonds.

In a Casita Suite, you’ll unwind among antique Asian artefacts and Burmese-style painted sideboards. Stretch out on a bed draped in vintage silk and relax in a private garden full of scented lavender. You’ll share an exclusive outdoor pool with two other suites, so you can cool off after a tastebud-tingling trip to a nearby sherry bodega.

Opt for a Romantic Getaway Experience to make your Spain honeymoon extra special. You’ll be treated to champagne and tapas on arrival, plus massages and a secluded candlelit dinner during your stay.

Fancy honeymooning in a thousand-year-old castle? Dating back to the 11th century, Castell d’Empordà blends traditional Spanish touches with achingly cool design features. The Suite Pere Margarit is particularly delightful, with a marble bathroom, Victorian bathtub and views over the pool and gardens.

Acclaimed onsite eatery Tres Margarit will have you dining to views of the Emporda valley. Sample succulent seafood and toast the panoramic pink-and-orange sunsets with a glass of sangria. Round things off with decadent dark chocolate mousse.

Numerous biking and hiking trails start from the hotel’s grounds, so you can spend your days exploring the Spanish countryside. Then again, you might simply snuggle up together by one of the hotel’s two secluded outdoor swimming pools.

There’s a whole lot more to Ibiza than its party reputation suggests. Travel inland to the flower-lined farmlands of Santa Gertrudis and you’ll discover the luxurious hideaway of Can Sastre. This hotel is about as private as you can get, thanks to thickets of orange trees and bright bougainvillaea.

The Deluxe Suite has a four-poster bed for those long lie-ins. And when you do eventually rise, your palm-fringed private terrace is ideal for breakfasts of poached eggs Florentine, while organic toiletries add an extra touch of decadence to your morning rain showers.

The hotel hosts a range of fun daily activities to make your Ibiza honeymoon even more special. Reserve a private sunrise yoga session, then wander 40 minutes into San Rafael village and browse the artisan ceramic shops. Linger for a lunch of tapas then return to the hotel for a dinner of whole roasted sea bass.