🏝️ The 10 Most Luxurious Private Islands You Can Stay On

Imagine waking up to the sound of gentle waves, stepping onto your own private stretch of white sand, and having an entire island at your disposal. Luxury travel doesn’t get more exclusive than this.

For today’s edition of Herski, we’re revealing the Top 10 Private Islands You Can Actually Stay On. From celebrity hideaways to ultra-luxe eco-retreats, these destinations redefine paradise. 🌴💎

1️⃣ Necker Island – British Virgin Islands 🇻🇬

🏨 Owned by Richard Branson, this iconic retreat is the definition of barefoot luxury. The island accommodates up to 48 guests, with private chefs, infinity pools, and watersports at your fingertips.

💰 Starting price: $134,500/night (entire island)
📍 Must-try experience: Sunset cocktails with Branson himself (if he's in town).

2️⃣ The Brando – French Polynesia 🌊

🏨 Once owned by Marlon Brando, this eco-luxury retreat features stunning beachfront villas, a world-class spa, and an untouched tropical environment.

💰 Starting price: $3,800/night
📍 Must-try experience: Swimming with manta rays in the private lagoon.

3️⃣ North Island – Seychelles 🇸🇨

🏨 This royal honeymoon destination (where Prince William & Kate Middleton stayed) offers 11 private villas, a personal butler, and untouched nature.

💰 Starting price: $7,000/night
📍 Must-try experience: A private picnic on Honeymoon Beach.

4️⃣ Laucala Island – Fiji 🇫🇯

🏨 A billionaire’s paradise, Laucala combines secluded luxury with adventure, including horseback riding, a submarine, and a championship golf course.

💰 Starting price: $6,600/night
📍 Must-try experience: A dip in the glass-walled jungle pool.

5️⃣ Calivigny Island – Grenada 🇬🇩

🏨 A 56-acre Caribbean paradise, Calivigny offers six ultra-luxury villas, Michelin-star dining, and private yacht access.

💰 Starting price: $132,000/night (entire island)
📍 Must-try experience: An exclusive beachside dinner prepared by your private chef.

6️⃣ Song Saa – Cambodia 🇰🇭

🏨 A hidden eco-luxury retreat in Cambodia’s pristine waters, offering overwater villas, infinity pools, and holistic spa treatments.

💰 Starting price: $1,500/night
📍 Must-try experience: Sunset paddleboarding through untouched mangroves.

7️⃣ Banwa Private Island – Philippines 🇵🇭

🏨 One of the most expensive island rentals in the world, Banwa offers only six beachfront villas and a private helicopter transfer.

💰 Starting price: $100,000+/night (entire island)
📍 Must-try experience: A helicopter ride over the Palawan archipelago.

8️⃣ Fregate Island – Seychelles 🇸🇨

🏨 A wildlife paradise with private infinity pools, personal butlers, and over 2,000 free-roaming giant tortoises.

💰 Starting price: $4,500/night
📍 Must-try experience: A guided night safari to spot bioluminescent plankton.

9️⃣ Cayo Espanto – Belize 🇧🇿

🏨 This Caribbean hideaway offers seven private villas with overwater decks, personal chefs, and direct access to Belize’s world-famous snorkeling.

💰 Starting price: $1,995/night
📍 Must-try experience: A private snorkeling trip to the Great Blue Hole.

🔟 Nukutepipi – French Polynesia 🌴

🏨 Owned by billionaire Guy Laliberté (founder of Cirque du Soleil), this hyper-exclusive retreat features a private observatory, infinity pools, and world-class chefs.

💰 Starting price: $900,000/week (entire island)
📍 Must-try experience: A stargazing experience guided by an on-site astronomer.

🌟 Which One’s on Your Bucket List? These private islands offer the ultimate in seclusion, luxury, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Whether it’s a $2,000-a-night ocean escape or a million-dollar island rental, these places redefine paradise.

Would you stay in one of these dream destinations? Let us know! ✈️✨

📩 Stay tuned for tomorrow’s Herski newsletter—more luxury travel inspiration awaits!