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Best honeymoon destinations in August: 5 places to go
August is late summer in northern Europe and the dry season across much of the Indian Ocean. These are five honeymoon destinations for August, from a cliff-top villa at Uluwatu to a historic hotel at the end of a fjord.
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Bali is our first choice for an August honeymoon, with sunshine almost every day and Bvlgari on the cliffs at Uluwatu. Zanzibar and Mauritius are also in their dry season. Closer to home, August is one of the best months in the Norwegian fjords, and Lake Como offers warm evenings by the water.
Our first choice: See rooms at Bvlgari Resort Bali
In August the evenings are still light in northern Europe, while Bali, Zanzibar and Mauritius are in their dry season. That gives couples marrying in late summer an unusually wide choice. It could be a villa with its own pool above the Indian Ocean, or a wooden hotel from 1891 at the end of a fjord.
Five honeymoon destinations for August
Uluwatu
The villas sit on the cliffs high above the Indian Ocean.
Bali: Bvlgari Resort Bali, Uluwatu
August is peak season on Bali, and the south coast has sunshine almost every day. Bvlgari sits on the cliffs at Uluwatu, and the villas have private pools and views across the Indian Ocean. Uluwatu temple is a short trip away for sunset. The full route is in our Bali honeymoon guide.
Best for: couples who want sea views and full service.
Book your honeymoon: See rooms at Bvlgari Resort Bali
Zanzibar: The Residence Zanzibar, Kizimkazi
August is dry and pleasant on Zanzibar, and it is also safari season in the Serengeti. The Residence is on the quiet south-west coast, with pool villas spread across a large park that runs down to the beach. The boats that go out to see dolphins leave from Kizimkazi nearby.
Best for: couples who want calm after a safari.
Book your honeymoon: See rooms at The Residence Zanzibar
Belle Mare
The pool sits in a tropical garden on the peninsula.
Mauritius: One&Only Le Saint Géran, Belle Mare
August is winter in Mauritius, with low humidity and pleasant days. One&Only Le Saint Géran has a peninsula at Belle Mare on the east coast to itself, and every room and suite has a deep bath and a balcony or terrace. Breakfast is included. See our Mauritius honeymoon guide.
Best for: couples who want a classic luxury resort with plenty of choice.
Book your honeymoon: See rooms at One&Only Le Saint Géran
Norangsfjord
The fireside salon at Hotel Union Øye.
Norwegian fjords: Hotel Union Øye
Hotel Union Øye opened in 1891 at the head of the Norangsfjord, an arm of the Hjørundfjord, with the Sunnmøre Alps right outside the window. Kings, emperors and writers have stayed here, and every room has its own story. Hike in the mountains by day and dine in the old dining room at night. Hotel Union Øye is a member of De Historiske, with which Picolo has a commercial partnership.
Best for: couples who want mountains, fjords and history on a short trip.
Book your honeymoon: See rooms at Hotel Union Øye
Bellagio
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni sits where the lake divides.
Lake Como: Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Bellagio
Lake Como quietens towards the end of August, and the evenings are still warm enough to dine outside. Villa Serbelloni sits at the tip of the promontory in Bellagio, where the lake divides, with gardens down to the water. Its restaurant Mistral holds a Michelin star.
Best for: couples who want a classic grand hotel and boats instead of a car.
Book your honeymoon: See rooms at Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
Close to home or far away?
August is one of the best months in the fjords, with long days and the mountain roads still open. Many of the historic fjord hotels open only from May to September, so late summer is your last chance. If you want guaranteed heat and swimming, Bali, Zanzibar and Mauritius are safer bets.
Frequently asked questions about an August honeymoon
Where is best for a honeymoon in August?
Bali, Zanzibar and Mauritius are the best choices for a beach, as all three are in their dry season. Bali offers jungle and cliffs, Zanzibar pairs with a Serengeti safari, and Mauritius has mild winter warmth. Closer to home, August is one of the finest months in the Norwegian fjords, and Lake Como has warm evenings by the water.
Is Norway good for a honeymoon?
Yes, and August is a good month for it. The historic fjord hotels in western Norway open in summer, and several sit at the head of fjords with mountains right outside. Combine two or three hotels on a road trip. Hotel Union Øye on the Norangsfjord is one of the best known.
Is August a good month for Bali?
Yes, August is peak season on Bali, with sunshine almost every day and little rain. That also means more visitors and higher prices, especially in the south. Spend a few nights in the jungle around Ubud and the rest on the cliffs at Uluwatu, where hotels feel more secluded than in Seminyak.
When should you book an August honeymoon?
Book six to nine months ahead, because August is peak season both on Bali and in the fjords. The historic fjord hotels have few rooms and fill early. Mention that you are newlyweds when you book, as hotels often do something extra for you.