1. Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa, Spain

Built on a cliff overlooking the fishing village of Port Soller and surrounded by the Tramuntana mountain range, the Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa in Mallorca, Spain has 121 sea- or mountain-facing rooms and suites, spread across 11 buildings. (Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts)

There's nothing like waking up to spectacular views, especially from hundreds (and even thousands) of feet above sea level. It may take longer and more effort to reach these hotels and resorts, but with their remote location, luxurious amenities and stunning vistas, you are guaranteed an unforgettable vacation. View the slideshow above for some of the world's most incredible clifftop and mountaintop hotels.

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1. Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa, Mallorca, Spain

Built on a cliff overlooking the fishing village of Port Soller and surrounded by the Tramuntana mountain range, the in Mallorca, Spain has 121 sea- or mountain-facing rooms and suites, spread across 11 buildings connected by lush gardens. Guests enjoy breathtaking views from their own private balconies, and the nearby mountains offer opportunities for biking, hiking and other outdoor activities.

2. Belmond Hotel Caruso Amalfi Coast, Italy

A former 11th-century palace set on cliffs beside the Amalfi Coast in Italy, seems to drift on a ‘balcony’ above the Mediterranean Sea. It's spectacular infinity pool is a highlight, set at the highest point above the town of Ravello. The hotel is also ideally located near the attractions of the resort of Amalfi, and sights of Positano and Pompeii.

3. Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, California

If you’ve always wanted to sleep in harmony with nature but also enjoy impeccable service and accommodations, then the may be your idea of utopia. Located high atop the cliffs of Big Sur, 1,200 feet above the Pacific Ocean,guests enjoy hiking trails, cliffside pools, free yoga, and breathtaking mountain and ocean views. And some of the best views are from its unique Tree Houses, built nine feet off the forest floor and made from reclaimed wood, steel, stone and glass.

4. Four Seasons Koh Samui, Thailand

Located on a tropical, palm tree-covered cliff, the in Thailand provides guests with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Siam, and easy access to some 80 square feet of Koh Samui's white-sand beaches. Want the ultimate in privacy? The resort houses 70 villas and residences, each with a private pool.

5. Banyan Tree Ungasan, Bali, Indonesia

The luxurious in Bali, Indonesia provides visitors access to both mountain landscapes and beautiful beaches. Perched 230 feet above sea level on Bali's southernmost cliff, the resort offers stunning views of the ocean from its villas, which are equipped with private pools and landscaped gardens.

6. Kasbah Tamadot, Morocco

Richard Branson's walled complex in Morocco's High Atlas Mountains, the is a luxurious mountaintop retreat that overlooks a scenic river valley. The resort features 27 rooms and suites with antiques and artifacts, infinity pools, landscaped gardens and courtyards. Looking for more adventure? The Kasbah Tamadot offers nine Berber tents, complete with private deck.

7. The St. Regis Deer Valley, Park City, Utah

Nestled in the Wasatch Mountains, offers spectacular mountainside views from all guest rooms, as well as ski-in/ski-out access during the winter and hiking and mountain biking through the summer and fall. The resort’s funicular transports guests up the mountain from the lower lobby area to the main lobby, restaurants, spa and bars in just 90 seconds.

8. Jade Mountain Resort, St. Lucia

Set dramatically on a cliff overlooking the iconic, twin-peaked Pitons, a World Heritage Site, and the Caribbean Sea, the luxurious offers unparalleled views. The resort has open-air suites and features 24 infinity pool sanctuaries designed with the fourth wall open to showcase the views.Guests can't help but enjoy the surroundings, especially since the luxurious resort is "tech-free"—no telephones, radios or television sets.

9. Wildflower Hall, Shimla, India

Guests will feel like they are staying in their very own fairy-tale castle at the , set on a mountaintop in the Himalayas near Shimla. Surrounded by dark pine forest, the hotel features an outdoor Jacuzzi with sweeping views of the mountains and valleys. And if you're looking for luxury and relaxation amidst spectacular views, this is the place for you—the resort offers exclusive massage, yoga and Ayurvedic treatments in locations around the hotel and grounds.

10. Phu Chaisai, Chiang Rai, Thailand

Literally 'Mountain of Clear Heart,' in Chiang Rai, Thailand aims to bring guests closer to nature with eco-friendly cottages (made from bamboo and red clay) surrounded by lush, tropical greenery and spectacular mountain views. And there will be nothing to distract guests from enjoying the resort's offerings and surroundings: television sets and alarm clocks are absent from the cottages.