The 10 Best Overwater Bungalows

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora sets the standard for all other properties with overwater bungalows. Overwater rooms at this hideaway boast some of the best views of the central mountain in Bora Bora (Mount Otemanu), as well as large living spaces, huge beds with luxurious bedding, soaking tubs for two, and high-end soaps and toiletries. 

Guests can order room service 24 hours a day, or they can head to one of the four fine dining establishments found on the enormous property. Service at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is unmatched, as the staff works tirelessly to ensure every need is catered to around the clock. This property is ideal for a wedding, a honeymoon, or a celebration of a special occasion. 

We chose this property due to how opulent their overwater bungalows are, as well as the fact they offer overwater "suites" that can be as big as a traditional mansion.

The John Jacob Astor Estate has well over 18,000 square feet of space, and is home to a private gym, a cinema room, and spa suites attached to each of the three bedrooms. This overwater offering also has its own enormous infinity pool, a jacuzzi, and two separate plunge pools for good measure. To top it off, it can house up to 12 guests, so it's a great choice for families or larger groups.

Other bungalows at this exclusive resort are appointed just as lavishly , with upgrades like large terraces, cozy outdoor daybeds, and oversized bathtubs for two. Even their One-Bedroom Overwater Villa with a Pool is well over 1,900 square feet.

While many high-end resorts with overwater bungalows are geared to couples, the Conrad Bora Bora Nui is perfect for adult travelers or families with kids. We say this because the resort offers all the exclusivity and privacy you would expect at a property of its caliber, yet special benefits for kids can make introducing them to the overwater experience considerably easier.

It even features a playground and a kid's club. There are youth-focused cultural activities available, like classes on making flower crown, learning Tahitian dance, and ukulele lessons. 

Royalton Antigua is an all-inclusive resort known for its white sand beach and crystal clear waters. The property offers a selection of Chairman Overwater Bungalows with private plunge pools, large outdoor verandas, a separate living area and sleeping space, and private butler service.

All food, drink, and entertainment is included in the nightly rate, so guests can relax knowing they won't face a surprise bill when they depart. Better yet, guests can dine endlessly at eight restaurants and have craft cocktails or their favorite spirits at five different bars. Chairman Overwater Bungalows also come with the Diamond Club upgrade at this property, which qualifies guests for preferential dining reservations, a private beach area at the resort, an upgraded room service menu, and plenty of other perks.

Song Saa Private Island offers the luxury of an overwater bungalow resort with a focus on the environment and climate. This property takes on an array of Earth-focused projects throughout the year, from growing coral (they even have a coral nursery) to saving sea turtles and counting fish in the area.

The resort's overwater bungalows all feature private pools and large terraces ideal for lounging. The property offers an all-inclusive rate option that lets you bundle unlimited gourmet dining and all your drinks within your nightly rate.

Sandals is known for offering couples-oriented all-inclusive resorts, and their Sandals South Coast location offers some of the best dining options and rooms available. Not only do guests get access to a private butler, but they can order room service 24 hours a day, and they can enjoy unlimited dining and top shelf drinks throughout the property.

Sandals is a solid resort choice for couples who crave the all-inclusive experience and the convenience that comes with it. A stay here even includes round-trip airport transfers, fitness classes, and daily entertainment.

The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has plenty to offer when it comes to booking your special trip. Upgrades include dinners in their underwater restaurant, Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, which features set lunch and dinner menus with views of the ocean and its inhabitants in every direction.

The property's overwater bungalows are exquisite, featuring fine bedding and toiletries, glass floor tiles, private infinity pools, rain showers, and bathtubs made for two. The resort's Grand Water Villa with a Pool is more than 1,600 square feet with its own large pool, separate living and sleeping space, a sunken ocean-view tub, a rain shower, and everything else you need to enjoy the most romantic getaway.

If you're craving the overwater bungalow experience but you don't want to travel far from home, add Palafitos Overwater Bungalows to your list of resorts to visit. This property is all-inclusive and features overwater bungalows for two that deliver outdoor showers, a balcony with a micro-infinity plunge pool, and a ladder that leads directly into the turquoise waters below.

Bungalows also come with glass floor panels that let guests enjoy views of the ocean from the room. This property is adults-only, so it's perfect for a honeymoon or a romantic getaway.

Cayo Espanto Island Resort is a private island resort off the coast of Belize where privacy is of utmost importance and no expense is spared. A total of 18 guests can occupy the resort at once, and seven different villas are available. Options include a fully overwater villa known as Casa Ventanas, which boasts its own private dock, 1,100 square feet of space, an expansive deck, and see-through glass floors. Other villas sit next to, or partially over, the water with private plunge pools and amazing ocean views.

This property is small but all-inclusive, so the majority of your drinks (including alcohol, except wine and champagne) and all your fine dining is covered within the nightly villa rate. Even better, all meals are prepared and tailored to your tastes and dietary needs by an award-winning chef.

The InterContinental Resort Bora Bora & Thalasso Spa offers one of the best spas in Bora Bora. Guests have the option to get a massage over glass floors above the ocean, and the property's treatments are unique to the destination.

There are seven types of overwater bungalows to choose from, the largest of which is over 3,400 square feet. Many of the bungalows feature plunge pools, glass floors, and spacious soaking tubs with waterfront views. Villa Teremoana, the largest overwater villa on the property, features two master bedrooms, a large outdoor terrace with a private pool, a freshwater shower, and a giant double bathtub.