The Ultimate Cabana-cation

Comfortable loungers, ceiling fans, flat-screen televisions, attentive service: A Four Seasons cabana is the ideal waterside retreat for relaxation and pampering. Whether you’re in search of romantic seclusion or a space to share time with family and friends, a private cabana is sure to make a splash. Arrange for an in-cabana spa treatment, or leave your sunglasses on your chaise for the Sunglass Butler to polish and repair while you swim – you’ve discovered your own piece of poolside paradise.

Sun yourself in style at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, where two of the cabanas at its adults-only Serenity Pool were designed by Italian fashion icon Missoni. Designed for comfort and privacy, each ocean-facing cabana offers rattan sofas, terrycloth towels and graphic pillows – all in Missoni’s signature bold designs – and includes a bottle of Champagne and lunch for two. Dive into the pool and enjoy the underwater music system or a cocktail from the swim-up bar, or schedule a poolside spa treatment in your cabana: This pool sanctuary is the ideal place to unwind. Looking for a family-friendly option? Head to the saltwater Fountain Pool or the Waterfall Pool, where luxury cabanas offer direct ocean views, a shared lawn and access to complimentary treats to help keep you cool, like an ice cream cart. The service continues in the sand at Wailea Beach, where your personal beach attendant will set up your chaise and umbrella and serve refreshments, like sliced pineapple with mint.

For decades, the French seaside town of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat has been a playground for the rich and famous – Winston Churchill, Elizabeth Taylor, Pablo Picasso. Soak up the region’s timeless elegance and Côte d’Azur sunshine from a cabana at Club Dauphin at Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel. Ride the glass funicular down to the Club pool and your private cabana, recently reimagined by renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki to include teakwood furniture, teal-upholstered chairs, custom drinks cabinets and discreetly positioned power outlets and USB ports, so you can stay connected in style – all just steps from the heated saltwater pool, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful. Or opt for the ultimate French Riviera experience: A private Dauphin Lounge, with a dedicated butler on hand to bring you a refreshing Club Spritz or serve an al fresco lunch in your private dining area.

Your lounger is perfectly positioned for prime views at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui: From your shady perch, you can watch the waves lap gently at the pristine sands or take in the glistening waters of the palm-fringed infinity pool as attendants bring you chilled towels and icy drinks. You’re also in the ideal location for beachside pampering – feel the caress of the breeze against your skin as you enjoy a back-and-neck massage or sip an inventive cocktail from CoCoRum while you get a manicure. Set in a secluded, shady grove, the Secret Beach Spa offers in-cabana treatments that showcase ingredients grown at the Resort, like coconuts and guava, set to the soothing sound of the waves.

Cabana culture has been at the heart of The Surf Club ever since the legendary Miami Beach venue opened its doors in 1930. Architect Russell Pancoast designed them with an eye towards extravagance, taking inspiration from French castles, Maine summer cabins and Art Deco architecture. Over the years, Cabana Row has hosted fashion shows, race car displays, and see-and-be-seen parties for aristocrats, statesmen and celebrities. Today, Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club and designer Joseph Dirand have reimagined the cabanas to add a few more modern touches, while still honouring their stylish heritage: Daytime Cabanas feature wood decks, rattan furniture, terrazzo floors, marble bathrooms with walk-in showers, and air conditioning, while on the next storey, five Beach Bungalows offer sweeping ocean and pool vistas, deep soaking tubs and customizable king beds, allowing guests to overnight in a slice of history.

Both families and couples will find a cabana haven at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay. Head to Sundara Beach Club, where the 53-metre beachfront pool – the longest in Bali – separates the family area from the adults-only sun deck. The family cabanas are conveniently positioned near Jimba Club, where kids can enjoy activities like crab hunting and coconut bowling while Mom and Dad lounge by the pool. The adults-only sundeck, meanwhile, is a calming oasis, where all you’ll hear is the sound of the waves. No matter where you sit, you’ll have access to amenities like cooling misters, cold face towels infused with ylang-ylang oil, and sun care products – plus a professional sunglasses cleaning service so you can take in the view. The fun continues after the sun goes down, when Sundara transforms into a hip restaurant serving handcrafted cocktails and creative seafood dishes.

Discover a tropical paradise at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Mexico, where you can choose from two secluded beaches, a lazy river, and two pools, including one just for adults. Opt for a cabana by the beach, with its pristine white sand, or head to the luxury cabanas at the adults-only Tamai Pool for a little quiet time. Cool off with smoothies and frozen treats delivered right to your lounger, plus amenities like flat-screen TVs, refreshing spritzes of Evian, and chilled towels. Looking for something to sip while you splash? The Amphibious Pool Waiter will swim right up to take your order.