Six Senses opened its first property in Israel last August to much fanfare. The eco-friendly resort is nestled among the vast sandy dunes of the Negev Desert, and is around a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Tel Aviv airport. The hotel is home to a collection of breezy villas and suites that have been thoughtfully designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding desert landscape. For the best views of Israel’s rocky Arava Valley and Edom Mountains, consider booking the three-bedroom Private Reserve. This 6,930-sq-ft suite boasts a spa treatment room, a steam room and an enormous 775-sq-ft private pool. During your stay, don’t miss a visit to the on-site camel stables, and take an early morning trekking tour to watch the sun rise over the glowing orange desert.

From $12,000 per night. Contact Oshrat Cohen Zagir, reservations manager, reservations-shaharut@ sixsenses.com, +972 86 15 00 50, sixsenses.com