When the Stars Go Off the Beaten Path

Being in the spotlight is all good and great, but when the stars need some time to unwind, they sure know how to do it in style. Always opting for five-star treatment, here are some of the most secluded, yet adored hotels that celebrities are known to vacation at.

Sandy Lane in St. James, Barbados is one of the most luxurious, and exclusive resorts in all of the Caribbean. The west coast of Barbados is known as the “Platinum Coast,” and there is no limit to the extravagance in the service. The spa is perfection, and there are three golf courses, as well as nine tennis courts to help you pass the time away in paradise. Some of the celebs that have stayed here are Gwyneth Paltrow and her husband, Chris Martin, Simon Cowell, Rihanna, and Tiger Woods, who actually booked the entire property for his wedding in 2004.

Le Meurice in Paris offers one of the finest luxury hotels anywhere in the world. As for location, it is situated in the absolute heart of Paris. It has long been a favorite of celebrities, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Orson Welles, Ginger Rogers, Harrison Ford, and pretty recently, Beyonce and Jay-Z have lived it up at this lavish hotel.

Le Sirenuse, Positano, Italy is located on the Amalfi Coast. As for romance, you could not find a more dreamy destination. When the sun sets, 400 candles get lit in the hotel’s famous restaurant, La Sponda, for the ultimate in ambiance. This chic location offers world class shopping and dining, while being situated in the gorgeous setting of the bay of Positano. It’s no wonder why Reese Witherspoon chose it for her recent honeymoon to husband Jim Toth.

St. Regis Princeville Resort, Kauai, Hawaii, is the top choice for many stars visitingHawaii. Kauai is known for its incredible sunsets, the secluded natural vistas, and the availability of great waves for surfing, and great trails for hiking. In short, it is every adventurer’s idea of paradise. The resort is considered one of the most elite, and grandest throughout all of the Hawaiian islands, with amenities and service that are unrivaled. Ben Affleck and wife, Jennifer Garner, George Clooney, and Alicia Keys have all stayed at the resort, with complete satisfaction.

When a celebrity stays at a certain hotel, you know it says something about its standard of quality. When numerous stars are known to frequent certain spots that are well out of the limelight, you know there’s got to be something special about them. These resorts can be considered elusive gems, offering the best of the best and privacy.