8 hotels that would be perfect for a mini moon

23 JUNE 2026

After the party comes the after-party, or more aptly speaking, the mini moon. “It’s the moment to relive the experience together - it’s the afterglow,” says OWN bride Anna Williams, who jetted to Formentera the morning after her wedding last year. 

 

These short trips that swiftly follow the wedding have become a fixture of the modern wedding calendar, with nearly two-thirds of couples now opting for one ahead of their ‘proper’ honeymoon. 

 

We’ve curated eight of the best destinations from our community and team. 

A contemporary poolside retreat on the dreamy isle of Formentera. 

Photo: c/o Teranka

The perfect place for Gazpacho and Gambas. 

Photo: c/o Teranka

Teranka, Formentera

Best for: barefoot luxury, exceptional food, peaceful decompression

Tucked between the shady pine forests and crystal clear waters of this blissful Balearic coastline, this adults-only retreat offers a tantalising mix of nature and luxury. This is the place to stay if you’re looking for a relaxing post-wedding reset in beautiful and contemporary rustic surroundings. The food is first-rate, too. 

teranka.com | prices from approximately £708 per night

Villa Igea is perched on the rugged Mediterranean coastline. 

Photo: c/o @villaigieapalermo

Chic poolside. 

Photo: c/o @villaigieapalermo

Villa Igea, Sicily

Best for: old world glamour, culture seekers, Sicilian sunshine

Set on the shores of Palermo's sparkling bay, Villa Igiea is a masterclass in timeless Italian elegance. Once a grand aristocratic residence, the restored Belle Époque palace pairs frescoed ceilings, sweeping sea views and lush terraced gardens with the Rocco Forte hotel group's signature luxury. Spend the day exploring Palermo's bustling market and historic streets and then enjoy a long leisurely lunch and aperitivos on the terrace as the sun sets over the Gulf of Sicily.

villa-igea.com | doubles start from approximately £430 per night 

One of the six tranquil bedrooms at Casa La Siesta in Cádiz. 

Photo: c/o @designescapesportugal

A stunning view of the pool. 

Photo: c/o @designescapaesportugal

Casa La Siesta, Cádiz

Best for: farm-to-table food, unpretentious luxury, total seclusion

A boutique six-bedroom home nestled in the hills outside the hilltop town of Vejer de la Frontera in Andalucía, Casa La Siesta is a luxury hideaway offering incredible views, a mouthwatering menu that changes daily, and the kind of service that will make you feel like you’re the only people staying there.  

casalasiesta.com | doubles start from £290

The pool at Le Sirenuse was designed by artist Nicolas Party and inspired by ancient Chinese landscape painting. Photo: c/o @lesirenuse

One of the suites at Li Sirenuse. 

Photo: c/o @esirenuse

Le Sirenuse, Positano

Best for: antique elegance, flawless service, romantic views

If champagne, oysters and mind-blowing views are your thing, Le Sirenuse offers old-world Italian glamour in abundance - and a feeling of pure decadence the minute you walk in. Dinner at its Michelin-starred La Sponda restaurant, complete with candlelit terrace overlooking the rugged Amalfi coastline, is a must. 

lesirenuse.it | doubles start from approximately £660 per night

Rustic luxury, the pool at Son Blanc. Photo: c/o Silvia Tortajada

Photo Karel Balas

Son Blanc, Menorca

Best for: organic architecture, natural immersion, a grounding reset

A beautifully restored farmhouse built in collaboration with local architects and artisans, the herb-scented Son Blanc is a place to reset. Take part in a sound healing, pottery workshops and communal dinners, or simply relax by the saltwater pool with a wild cocktail made with rosemary from its edible garden.

sonblancmenorca.com | doubles start from approximately £250 per night

The spectacular pink pool at Casa Newton, Tuscany. 

Photo: c/o @casanewtontuscany

The bar at Casa Newton. 

Photo: c/o @casanewtontuscany

Casa Newton, Tuscany

Best for: design obsessives, wine lovers, an intimate setting

Designed by Swiss architect and interior designer Antoine Bertherat-Kioes, Casa Newton is a design lovers’ paradise - think art-filled corners, striking interiors and iconic pink parasols to mirror the house’s painted exterior. Fill your days with wine tasting, cheese bike tours and lunch by the pool. 
casa-newton.com |  doubles from approximately £350 per night 

The French Riviera. Photo: c/o Les Rouches Rouges

The striking 1950s modernist building. Photo: c/o Les Roches Rouges

Les Roches Rouges, South of France

Best for: a sleek aesthetic, an intimate setting, Riviera buzz

The south of France is synonymous with Mediterranean luxury, and this is exactly what to expect at Les Roches Rogue - an iconic 1950s hotel with a saltwater pool carved into the cliffs, plus a private beach. St Tropez is just a stone’s throw away, if you fancy a night out, or stay local with paddleboarding for two and a private dinner overlooking the ocean. 

les-roches-rouges.com  | doubles from approximately £500 per night

The exterior of Hôtel Particulier. The house was the former residence of the Hermès family. Photo: c/o Hôtel Particulier

One of the decadent suites. There are only five in the hotel, making a stay feel very exclusive. Photo: c/o Hôtel Particulier

Hôtel Particulier, Montmartre, Paris

Best for: a city oasis, romantic rooms, an elegant bar

Dubbed ‘the French Château Marmont’, this historical family home is a hidden oasis in the heart of the Parisian art district. Each of its five impressive suites is themed - choose between dark crimson, velvet drapes and cool marble, or book into the Jardin sur le Nil, inspired by the house’s verdant garden - reportedly the biggest in Paris. 

hotelparticulier.com |  doubles from approximately £380 per night 

 

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