As we all wait with bated breath for Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie to hit theaters next month, here are ideas for the ultimate Barbie summer vacation. Oozing with pink décor, luxurious pools that beg for Dua Lipa dance numbers, and Barbie-inspired jeeps, these vacations transport visitors to the utopian Barbieland to get in the mood for the summer of Barbie.
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Beverly Hills, CA
This iconic ‘Pink Palace’ offers the glamorous ambiance of Hollywood’s Golden Age for the ultimate Barbiecore getaway. Set on 12 lush acres of beautifully landscaped property and hidden amongst 80-year-old palm trees and banana leaves, this Five-Star, Five Diamond hotel has been a celebrity hot spot since its opening in 1912. The fabled hotel continues to welcome celebrities, royalty and leaders from around the world with luxurious accommodations, exemplary service and unrivaled beauty. Frequented by generations of film industry stars from Marilyn Monroe to Elizabeth Taylor, The Beverly Hills Hotel offers 210 guest rooms and suites, including the 23 famous bungalows. Beyond the hotel, ‘Barbies’ can hit the streets of Beverly Hills with the city’s new ‘Happy Trails’ destination guides and opt for a day of ‘Caviar & Bubbly,’ ‘Sweets & Treats’ or ‘Red Carpet Ready’ pampering.
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
The Vinoy Resort and Golf Club is the quintessential Barbiecore vacation destination, with its signature pink façade and Mediterranean Revival style. First opened in 1925, The Vinoy’s original color—a pink, coral hue—was created by the Gutta Percha Paint Company exclusively for the hotel and named “Vinoy.” The resort’s house car, a "Vinoy Pink" Moke, is practically a modern-day Barbie Jeep and runs on sustainable electric power. The historic resort recently underwent a thoughtful renovation and rebranding, reflecting its timeless Florida glamour and longstanding legacy. Guests can indulge in luxurious rooms and suites, a lush poolscape with private cabanas, a new French patisserie, Veranda bar and restaurant overlooking the Tampa Bay, and an 18-hole championship golf course. There's also a tennis complex, a holistic spa and wellness center, and an on-site marina.
Caribe Royale Orlando – Orlando, Florida
Effortlessly Floridian and with its flamingo pink exterior, Caribe Royale Orlando is a luxurious, all-suites resort perfectly suited for fans of Barbiecore looking for a “Magic Dream House” escape. Following a complete property reimagination, the buzzed-about resort offers newly renovated 1-bedroom suites and 2-bedroom villas (ideal for multiple outfit changes), the on-site Island Spa, a beautiful pool featuring a 75-foot waterslide, shuttle access to Walt Disney World Resort and some of the area’s best fine dining at the Venetian Chop House. Snap selfies by the pink flamingos thoughtfully featured in the hotel’s custom wallpaper, or lounge in a poolside private cabana and sip on a delightfully pink Spring Blossom Martini from Calypso’s Pool Bar & Grill.
Pink Suite – Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa
The Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa is made up of five impeccably decorated boutique inns located along the shoreline of Cayuga Lake. Guests looking for a pop of color during their stay can request to stay in the Rowland House room 7, which is draped floor to ceiling in a beautiful eye-catching pink. The bright pink, found throughout the guestroom and bathroom, will boost guests’ mood and prepare them for a day of fun activities offered at the property.
Pink + Green Suite – Hotel ZaZa Austin
Combining both luxury and art decadence, Hotel ZaZa Austin offers its guests a unique sensory experience with the perfect balance between refinement and relaxation. Guests looking to enjoy their vacation in a bright and vibrant suite, can book the property’s Magnificent Seven Suite, Bungalow 6. This luxury suite features eye-catching pinks throughout the room with soft greens. Inspired by Palm Springs in the 70s, this funky suite will make guests feel transported back to “groovier” times with sleek furniture, and vibrant pinks and greens.
Tiger & Peacock at The Memphian – Memphis, TN
The Memphian’s rooftop bar, Tiger & Peacock is a quirky restaurant and bar with the perfect place to clink champagne flutes – the hot pink Champagne Room. The intimate space features funky wallpaper, dynamic textures, and a sparkling disco ball. Choose from a variety of bubbles like Dom Pérignon, Veuve, and Moët, or pick your personalized “Star Sign” cocktail. And because nothing goes better with champagne than caviar – pair sips with the “Let’s Get Layed” caviar and chips or opt for other small plates like roasted tomatoes and burrata.
Hotel ZaZa Dallas
This summer for a week in July (17 -23), Hotel ZaZa Dallas is transforming its deck into a Barbie summer vacation experience with its Barbie Inspired Cabana Package, in celebration of the big screen release! Guests can step into the world of pink perfection and order specialty cocktails with Malibu Rum and Absolut Vodka including, Barbie’s Cosmo, Berry Beach Off, and a Malibu Mule. Sip on a refreshing beverage and enjoy small bites while lounging by the pool in a personal cabana. For the ultimate Barbie vacation, guests staying at the hotel on Saturday, July 22nd will be immersed in a Barbie paradise with themed activations like a life-size Barbie Box for photos from 1 – 4pm.
