Booking the perfect romantic resort or retreat-like hotel can truly set the stage for a romantic getaway. We’ve searched all over the world and found some of our favorite romantic hotels and resorts for you to consider. Whether you are a new couple looking to nurture a budding romance, are parents looking for a romantic retreat without the kids, or are celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary, there’s a romantic hotel or resort on the list for you.
Twin Farms
Twin Farms is an all-inclusive luxury resort in Vermont set in an idyllic rural setting near Barnard. The sprawling property covers 300 acres and offers a large number of amenities and features that make a stay at the resort as adventurous as it is serene and romantic. The property is perfect in any season. The fall foliage is beautiful in this part of the country and Twin Farms is the perfect place to experience it. When the weather turns colder, the property has private, groomed trails for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing as well as an ice skating pond and sledding opportunities. during spring and summer, the resort has hiking trails, picnic spots, fishing, and more. You are sure to create romantic memories with your special someone during a visit to Twin Farms.
452 Royalton Turnpike, Barnard, VT 05031, Phone: 802-234-9999
Goodstone Inn and Restaurant
Goodstone Inn and Restaurant is a romantic countryside inn an hour from Washington D.C. in Virginia. The resort features 18 intimate guest rooms spread across 265 acres. Options for accommodations include a manor house from 1943, a carriage house, three cottages, and a barn. The barn is rented solo and the other buildings have two to four guest rooms in each. The property has an award-winning, French-style, farm-to-table restaurant. For a romantic retreat, you should definitely consider renting the barn as it offers a private and intimate experience with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and close proximity to the spa.
36205 Snake Hill Road, Middleburg, VA 20117, Phone: 540-687-3333
Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa
Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa is an award-winning luxury boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Washington, just outside Seattle. The property features plenty of extras that will make your stay memorable and special. Amenities include a full-service spa that offers a range of relaxing options as well as top-notch fitness studio and two signature restaurants. For those who’d like to play on the lake, take advantage of Woodmark Waterfront Adventures and their seemingly endless recreational options, with highlights such as touring Lake Washington on a boat or paddling yourself around the lake in a kayak.
1200 Carillon Point, Kirkland, WA 98033, Phone: 425-822-3700
Dukes Hotel
Dukes Hotel is an elegant, upscale boutique property that features 90 gorgeous rooms. The property has several special features, including a cognac and cigar garden and a drawing room, where a daily afternoon tea is served. The Dukes Bar is the property’s most well-known feature, however, and is a favorite of Ian Fleming, who created James Bond. In fact, the bar is where the famous James Bond line “shaken not stirred” originated from. Several room types are available, and all feature a modern but classic style and luxury amenities, such as marble bathrooms, handmade chocolates at turndown, and more.
35 St. James’s Place, St. James’s, London SW1A 1NY, UK, Phone: +44-20-74-91-48-40
Float Luxury Spa
Float Luxury Spa is a day spa in Santa Barbara that offers a large variety of services that can be curated for a special romantic retreat. Their services include a number of massages, such as a couple’s massage where you and your special someone are massaged side-by-side on two tables in the couple’s suite. A long menu of facials are available, as are waxing services and a variety of other rituals. For a special day with your significant other, book the Couples Retreat. This 2-hour package includes a couple’s signature massage and two Works Facials, the spa’s most popular facial.
19 E. Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Phone: 805-845-7777
The Washington House Inn
The Washington House Inn is a historic hotel in Cedarburg that marries the best of casual elegance and historic tradition. Discerning travelers can luxuriate in any of the Washington House’s enchanting rooms, each of which are unique and memorable in their own ways.
Guests at the inn are welcome to start their day with a delicious deluxe continental breakfast before heading out to spend the day exploring what the historic downtown area has to offer. When guests come back at the end of the day, they can end the day in front of the fireplace or in the tub with their choice of wine.
W62 N573 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, Wisconsin 53012, Phone: 262-375-3550
Severn Lodge
Severn Lodge: Muskoka Ontario Resort Canada is an all-inclusive, family-friendly resort on Lake Ontario’s shores in the Muskoka Georgian Bay lake district. The resort is perfect for those who are seeking a reprieve from the daily hustle and bustle and is perfectly suited for a romantic getaway. The all-inclusive packages include luxury accommodations with views of the water, included meals, and a large number of recreational activities where you will certainly make memories to last a lifetime. Activities include swimming in the heated pool or in the lake, a variety of sports activities, hiking the many acres of trails and, of course, watersports on the lake.
116 Gloucester Trail, Severn, ON L0K 1S0, Canada, Phone: 800-461-5817
The Excelsior
The Excelsior Hotel Thessaloniki is a stunning 1920s boutique hotel with neo-classical features. The property is conveniently located near Thessaloniki’s main square as well as the seafront. Even though the property has many historical features on the exterior, the interior has a number of surprisingly modern features, such as a glass-walled rooftop breakfast room, a busy industrial-style restaurant, and more. The property shares its spa and gym with a neighboring property, but the 34 rooms at this more intimate hotel provide a nice romantic escape for couples with their elegant marble bathrooms, white and gold color scheme, and more.
Komninon 10, Thessaloniki 54624, Greece, Phone: +30-23-10-02-10-20
The Lowell Hotel
If you are looking for a great luxury retreat in the middle of New York City, look no further. The Lowell Hotel is a high-end boutique property that is well known for its beautiful, uniquely decorated rooms and a commitment to top-notch service. Up the romance factor with upscale amenities, wood-burning fireplaces, private terraces, and more. The property also has an upscale American restaurant, and it couldn’t have a better location. It’s just steps from Central Park and designer shopping along Fifth and Madison Avenues. For those who like to stay active during the trip, the fitness center is well equipped and offers snacks and fresh fruit.
28 East 63rd Street at Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065, Phone: 212-838-1400
The Nines
The Nines is a historical hotel with plenty of modern touches located in the former Meier & Frank department store in Portland. The property is easily among the best places to stay in the city. The hotel features chic furnishings with Tiffany-blue interior accents and enough quirkiness in the common areas to keep it interesting. There are plenty of places to grab a nice meal in Portland, but the property also has a couple of great restaurants, including a pan-Asian restaurant with tasty dim sum. Other features that may appeal to couples include a well-equipped fitness center, a billiards room, and fantastic views of downtown Portland.
525 SW Morrison, Portland, OR 97204, Phone: 877-229-9995
The Pierre
The Pierre is an elegant and iconic Old World hotel on Fifth Avenue just across from Central Park in New York City. The swanky property has plenty of nostalgic features that will bring to mind grand old New York, such as elevators operated by white-gloved attendants. There are 189 traditionally styled guest rooms that are both comfortable and modern. The property doesn’t have some of the features that one may hope for in a hotel of the price, such as a full-service spa and a pool; however, the convenient location offers so much to do nearby that you are unlikely to miss them.
2 E. 61st Street, New York, NY 10065, Phone: 212-838-8000
Trillium Resort & Spa
The Trillium Resort & Spa is an adult-only vacation getaway property tucked away on 86 acres of forest and woodlands in the middle of beautiful Muskoka, Ontario. The property features a lake and a waterfall as well as acres of forest and woodlands that are ripe for exploring. Tons of recreational activities are on offer for active couples, regardless of the season. However, if you’d rather relax, the on-site spa is perfectly equipped to accommodate that. Amenities include miles of hiking trails, a natural rock wall, a Finnish sauna, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, watersports equipment, and much more to help you both enjoy your vacation, connect with your partner, and get a welcomed break from everyday life.
848 Clearwater Lake Road, Huntsville, ON P0B 1L0, Canada, Phone: 705-385-1212
U.S. Grant Hotel
Perfect for couples who love history, the U.S. Grant Hotel is a historic hotel in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp District. The hotel was built by the son of President Ulysses S. Grant just after the turn of the century. It is known for American luxury with a touch of traditional European style. The rooms are elegant and brightly decorated, with flat-screen TVs and posh bathrooms. In-room spa services are available, and the on-site restaurant and bar get great reviews. The property doesn’t have a pool, but guests can use the Westin’s across the street and the lux vibe and elegance more than make up for the inconvenience.
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101, Phone: 619-232-3121
Waldorf Astoria Chicago
The Waldorf Astoria Chicago offers a top-notch luxury experience in Chicago. The property feels like a small boutique but has amenities that you would expect from a much larger hotel. The room are stylish with neutral decor, modern furnishings, and luxurious touches like marble bathrooms with both soaking tubs and separate showers. Couples will appreciate the full-service luxury spa, health club with a wide range of services, and indoor lap pool. Most rooms also have fireplaces. Dining options include a luxury restaurant and bar by celebrity Chef Michael Mina. The location in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood puts guests in a perfect location for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
11 E. Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60611, Phone: 312-646-1300
Whale Cove Inn
Whale Cove Inn is a luxury boutique hotel in Depoe Bay, Oregon. The elegant hotel is perched on a bluff just off the Pacific Coast Highway above Whale Cove. There are eight elegant suites with ocean view hot tubs and balconies. The rooms are spacious with separate living rooms. The on-site restaurant offers free breakfast. Highlights of the property include a garden-lined path to the beach and a terrace with stunning views of the bay. The property only allows guests over the age of 16, so it is a perfect getaway for a couple looking to escape without the pitter-patter of little feet.
2345 US-101, Depoe Bay, OR 97341, Phone: 541-765-4300
