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Kate Moss: La Residencia, Mallorca, Spain
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Kate Moss: La Residencia, Mallorca, Spain

Moss is among a number of A-listers, including Pierce Brosnan, Sting and Tom Hanks, who have stayed at the secluded and charming La Residencia, a quiet hideaway nestled among olive groves on Mallorca's northwest coast. For ultimate privacy, and for $14,437 a week during the summer, guests can rent a four-bedroom villa offset from the main hotel. The tri-level, self-catering house features views of the Mediterranean Sea and has its own swimming pool.

For more information: La Residencia


Selita Ebanks: Hotel Guanahani & Spa, St. Barts
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Selita Ebanks: Hotel Guanahani & Spa, St. Barts

Victoria's Secret angel and Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue goddess Selita Ebanks is a self-proclaimed fan of the luxuriously tranquil Hotel Guanahani & Spa in St. Barts. Butler-serviced suites are available, 14 of which have a private swimming pool. Amenities include 24-hour room service, two gourmet restaurants and bars, a chic beach bar and lounge, and an extensive Spa by Clarins featuring 11 treatment rooms and a salon by Frederic Fekkai.

For more information: Hotel Guanahani & Spa


Gisele Bündchen: Marina All Suites, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Gisele Bündchen: Marina All Suites, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

When in Rio, Bündchen is known to favor the spacious penthouse at Marina All Suites, a luxury boutique hotel situated directly across from the ocean in the affluent neighborhood of Leblon. Suites are notoriously spacious and creatively designed to reflect Rio's relaxed sensuality. Naomi Campbell has also visited the hotel, whose location is ideal for those seeking refuge from touristy Copacabana and close proximity to the white-sand beaches of Ipanema.

For more information: Marina All Suites


Claudia Schiffer: Badrutt's Palace, St. Moritz, Switzerland
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Claudia Schiffer: Badrutt's Palace, St. Moritz, Switzerland

It doesn't get more glamorous or exclusive than the Swiss resort town of St. Moritz, where fashionable skiers like Claudia Schiffer hit the slopes. With seven restaurants, four bars and two members-only clubs, the legendary Badrutt's Palace has a long history of attracting gorgeous guests, including Marlene Dietrich, Bridget Bardot, and the great Greta Garbo. The hotel also owns the notoriously star-studded King's Club. There are four-room and seven-suite categories at the palace, ranging $446 to $18,922 a night.

For more information: Badrutt's Palace


Heidi Klum: Costa Careyes, Mexico
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Heidi Klum: Costa Careyes, Mexico

When it's time to relax, Heidi and husband Seal grab the kids and escape to their villa in Costa Careyes, a paparazzi-free community considered to be a utopia among the fashion elite. According to Careyes representative Wayne Hudson, Seal owned the villa La Quebrada before the couple was married. Villas at Careyes start at $2,000 a night and colorful guesthouses called casitas can be rented for $280 per night. Other beauties known to enjoy the clear waters and quiet, cobblestone streets of Careyes include Christie Brinkley and Claudia Schiffer.

For more information: Costa Careyes


Karolina Kurkova: The Standard, Miami, Fla.
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Karolina Kurkova: The Standard, Miami, Fla.

When in Miami, Czech beauty Karolina Kurkova unwinds at The Standard, one of André Balazs' upscale boutique hotels, where the model says she knows everyone and everyone knows her. Guests have free use of the spa facilities, and the hotel also boasts the Lido restaurant with healthful Mediterranean cuisine. Modern rooms range from $165 to $700 a night, and yoga and movement classes are also available through the hotel. Donna Karan and Uma Thurman are among the regulars.

For more information: The Standard Hotels


Naomi Campbell: Posada del Faro, José Ignacio, Uruguay
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Naomi Campbell: Posada del Faro, José Ignacio, Uruguay

 Located 35 kilometers from the elite resort town of Punta del Este, the exclusive community of José Ignacio is a hip white-sand refuge for celebrities like supermodel Naomi Campbell, who keeps a second home here. The gigantic all-white "special" rooms at Posada del Faro, where Campbell has stayed in years past, range from $370 to $710, and all have private terraces. The Setai Group just received a green-light to build a hotel in José Ignacio in 2009, which will undoubtedly change the atmosphere of this idyllic fishing village.

For more information: Posada del Faro


Cindy Crawford: Amansala, Tulum, Mexico
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Cindy Crawford: Amansala, Tulum, Mexico

"Bikini Boot Camp" may not sound like a very relaxing way to spend a holiday, but if you're in Tulum, Mexico, getting in shape at the ultra-chic Amansala resort, you may bump into Cindy Crawford or Linda Evangelista while you're there—not a bad incentive for keeping fit. Thatched-roof cabanas at the eco-friendly resort are designed with wood and stone to harmonize with the natural surroundings. With no televisions and an emphasis on yoga and holistic treatments, Amansala is the place to go for models seeking refuge from a hectic lifestyle.

For more information: Amansala


Tyson Beckford: Surf Lodge, Montauk, N.Y.
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Tyson Beckford: Surf Lodge, Montauk, N.Y.

Vogue, Men's Vogue, and Women's Wear Daily have already done photo shoots at this newly opened and uniquely designed Montauk haven, where supermodel Tyson Beckford is known to kick back and relax. The Surf Lodge's kitchen is run by Top Chef semi-finalist Sam Talbot, who serves up seafood caught daily. The modern surf-themed bedrooms have waterfront views, terraces with a hammock, and spa bathrooms.

For more information: Surf Lodge


Nadja Auermann: Kempinski Grand Hotel Heiligendamm, Germany
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Nadja Auermann: Kempinski Grand Hotel Heiligendamm, Germany

German supermodel Nadja Auermann heads to the seaside resort town of Heiligendamm on the Baltic coast to relax at the Kempinski Grand Hotel. The classically luxurious 215-room resort is no stranger to high-profile guests: the G8 Summit was held here in 2007. Suites face a lush park or the Baltic Sea, and all have elegant furniture designed expressly for the Kempinski. A 3,000-square-meter spa is housed in its own palatial building, and features a swimming pool and saunas as well as a variety of fitness and beauty programs.

For more information: Kempinski Grand Hotel Heiligendamm


Marisa Miller: Caneel Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
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Marisa Miller: Caneel Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

Voluptuous yet svelte Marisa Miller says she prefers to relax in her native hometown of Santa Cruz, Calif., but the 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition babe stayed at the exclusive Caneel Bay resort in St. John during her trip to the island. The tranquil Caribbean resort set on 170 acres of beautiful land was founded by philanthropist Laurence Rockefeller and boasts seven white-sand beaches for the ultimate private getaway. During the 12-day SI shoot, Miller stayed in the very popular Cottage No. 7, Rockefeller's original quarters.

For more information: Caneel Bay


Tyra Banks: Cap Juluca, Anguilla
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Tyra Banks: Cap Juluca, Anguilla

When it comes to supermodel getaways, wherever Tyra goes must be hot. With its azure Caribbean waters and pristine beaches, Anguilla is a favorite supermodel vacation spot. Dazzling America's Next Top Model host Tyra Banks has stayed at Cap Juluca, an exclusive resort with 18 spacious, beautifully styled villas scattered across the beach. Villas rent for $2,345 a night up to $7,825, and include butler service. Other fans of the tranquil resort include Kyra Sedgwick and Sharon Stone.

For more information: Cap Juluca