17 Resorts Ideal for Romance Travel

Image: Garza Blanca Los Cabos. (Photo Credit: Garza Blanca Los Cabos.)

by Holly Johnson
Last updated: 7:00 AM ET, Fri February 14, 2025

If you've been dreaming of a getaway with your sweetheart and hoping to make it happen this Valentine's Day, there's still plenty of time to plan. You can start the process by exploring destinations that pique your interest. From there, look for accommodations that offer upscale amenities, sought-after features and environments that foster romance and connection.

Where should you travel for Valentine's Day? That depends on how long you can get away, the types of hotels and resorts you prefer and how much you have to spend. We've found that some of the most romantic hotels are in destinations like Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Bora Bora, Aruba and the Bahamas. There are also quite a few resorts for romance located throughout the United States, not only in states like Florida but also in Hawaii, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

Some of the best resorts for celebrating Valentine's Day include the adults-only Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets in Mexico, Bungalows Key Largo in sunny Florida, White Mountain Hotel & Resort in New Hampshire and St. Regis Bora Bora in French Polynesia. Read on for an overview of what each resort offers over the Valentine's Day holiday and beyond.

Garza Blanca Los Cabos: Los Cabos, Mexico

Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Los Cabos is one of the most luxurious resorts in the entire Los Cabos area, and it's geared to both families with kids and adults angling for a romantic trip. Suites for two feature panoramic ocean views, outdoor hammocks for canoodling, remote-controlled curtains, fine imported linens, a fully-stocked wet bar and freestanding soaking tubs, to name a few of the upgraded perks. There are also eight heated pools on the property grounds, including an adults-only rooftop infinity pool.

Visitors to Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Los Cabos can opt for a hotel-only booking or an all-inclusive package that includes unlimited fine dining and drinks. For those with the all-inclusive package, gourmet cuisine is available at seven different eateries and includes 24-7 room service.

Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets: Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Searching for an exotic place to celebrate Valentine's Day without having to travel too far from home? If your travel budget allows, consider Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets. This stunning resort sits on Isla Mujeres — a small island with powder white sand and clear, calm waters that's a short ferry ride from Cancun, Mexico. This makes the island easy to get to from the Cancun International Airport (CUN), yet the destination is so unique you'll feel like you're a world away.

Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets is the island's premier luxury resort; most stays include an exclusive catamaran ride from Cancun directly to the property. Rooms are expertly appointed with everything you could need for a romantic getaway, and the property's fine dining restaurants rely on only the freshest ingredients. If you want to boost the romance on your trip, book a spa treatment at the on-site spa or plan a private culinary experience on the property's waterfront boardwalk.

Lake Nona Wave Hotel: Orlando, Florida

Lake Nona Wave Hotel is considerably more luxurious and adult-oriented than most other Orlando hotels geared to families visiting Walt Disney World and other nearby parks. While there are all kinds of amenities for kids and families, adult guests will love the property's fine dining restaurants, spacious rooms with state-of-the-art technology, and on-site wellness experiences. For example, resort guests can book a facial or massage at the property's luxury spa or participate in rock climbing or aerial yoga classes.?

The property is just steps from nearby Boxi Park, a fun, open-air food hub with live entertainment. Guests can even book an exciting excursion nearby, including clear kayaking or paddle boarding through Get Up and Go Kayaking in nearby Rock Springs.?

Viceroy Los Cabos: Los Cabos, Mexico

If you watched Season 7 of the Netflix show "Love is Blind" from start to finish, you probably noticed the luxurious resort the newly engaged couples spent some time in before their weddings. This was the Viceroy Los Cabos — an oceanfront retreat that allows families but is perfect for couples celebrating honeymoons, weddings or Valentine's Day.?

This incredible resort offers some of the best views of the Los Cabos coastline, and it features five pools (including an adults-only pool), a huge spa, a rooftop lounge and unique room types geared to parties of all sizes. For maximum romance, consider booking one of the property's One Bedroom Ocean View Penthouses with butler service.

Nemacolin: Farmington, Pennsylvania

Nemacolin is a luxury resort in Western Pennsylvania that offers a range of lodging options, from lodge rooms to estates and private homes. Guests can book rooms at the Grand Lodge with multiple private balconies, king beds with lavish bedding, and fantastic views from every direction. Guests staying at Falling Rock (available for guests ages 16+) get equally luxurious digs plus upgraded features like butler service, breakfast, and happy hour with champagne.

While romance is on the menu at Nemacolin all year long, the property is hosting a Marie Antoinette-style high tea curated by notable chef and food artist Paris Starn this year from February 14th to 16th. Taking place at The Bleu Room at The Chateau, this high tea will offer yet another way to celebrate your romance with a multi-course selection of tarts, cakes, teas and cocktails.

Zel Punta Cana Resort: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

If you want to check out a brand new resort this Valentine's Day, consider booking Zel Punta Cana Resort in the Dominican Republic. This new all-inclusive resort from the Melia brand sits next to the world-famous Bavaro Beach and offers expansive pools, suites with swim-up access, a beach club and seven restaurants serving delicious Mediterranean and Caribbean cuisine.

Room options include stunning master suites with private balconies and an outdoor whirlpool bath. The hotel also has its own on-site spa that offers massages, body treatments, facials and other healing therapies.?

One&Only Palmilla: Los Cabos, Mexico

The One&Only Palmilla in Los Cabos, Mexico, is a beachfront luxury resort that's practically made for romance. Rooms and suites feature dramatic views of the Sea of Cortez, and couples can book oceanfront casita suites with private pools or luxury villas with multiple bedrooms for ultimate privacy.

Dining at this property includes options from Michelin-starred chefs, as well as everything from Japanese cuisine to seafood and fine steaks. Private dining is also available.

Bungalows Key Largo: Key Largo, Florida

Bungalows Key Largo offers one of the few all-inclusive beach resort experiences in the United States. This resort is only for adults, so it's geared to couples and romance. Standout amenities include 1,000 feet of shoreline, nightly entertainment, pools and jacuzzis and access to kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear and water trikes.

Bungalows visitors can pick from garden or waterfront bungalows, all of which have private outdoor terraces, soaking tubs and outdoor showers. The resort's Zen Garden Spa also offers treatments for couples who want to relax in paradise, including aromatherapy massages, mineral soaks, body scrubs and firming facials.

Western Front Hotel: St. Paul, Virginia

St. Paul, Virginia's Western Front Hotel may not be an obvious choice for a romantic escape, but its features and amenities make it ideal for couples who want some alone time with the option to stay active outdoors. This property is located in the heart of Appalachia, and guests tend to take part in activities like hiking Sugar Mountain or kayaking the Clinch River. The historic resort also features a backyard fire pit, perfect for unwinding with a cocktail or s'mores.

Western Front Hotel also offers a Romantic Getaway package that includes a hotel stay, bottle of wine and rose petal turndown service. While weather in this area of the country varies from year to year, temperatures in January and February often reach highs in the 50s and 60s.

Henderson Beach Resort: Destin, Florida

While Destin, Florida, is known for offering an array of family-friendly lodging options, including condominiums and oceanfront villas, this popular beach town is also home to several luxury resorts. The most popular of these is Henderson Beach Resort, which occupies one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in the entire Destin area.

Suite options geared to romance include gulf-view suites with private balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows. Henderson Beach Resort also has an opulent spa, a huge pool and a lazy river. Premium golf is available nearby, along with shopping and entertainment. The resort also features five on-site restaurants, bars and cafes for maximum convenience.

St. Regis Bora Bora: Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Bora Bora is frequently considered one of the most romantic destinations on Earth, mostly due to its remote location, stunning mountain views and unbelievably clear waters. This region of French Polynesia also boasts some of the most exclusive luxury resorts you can find, and the St. Regis Bora Bora easily tops that list.

The St. Regis Bora Bora offers some of the most incredible overwater bungalows in the world, all of which have unbelievable ocean and mountain views. Some overwater bungalows even have private plunge pools for couples wanting to dip in peace.

A Dazzling Romance Escape package is also available for guests who book travel over Valentine's Day in 2025. This package includes five nights for two in an overwater villa, daily breakfast, a signature canoe breakfast, a romantic dinner at the resort's private island, Robert Wan's Tahitian pearl and diamond necklace, a private helicopter ride, a couples massage and more.

Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa Resort: Mazatlán, México

Recently opened in April of 2024, Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa Resort is perfect for couples who want an all-inclusive experience while splurging for outdoor activities and spa treatments. This Hyatt property features a location along Mexico's rugged Pacific coast, meaning towering palms and lush greenery flank it. The hotel also has an adults-only section, plus 950 feet of beachfront, three oceanfront pools, two tennis courts, six pickleball courts and some of the area's most exclusive golf courses.?

Rooms geared to romance in the resort's adults-only section include suites with swimout access. The property also offers 13 unique restaurants and bars with international dining options, including Mexican, Italian and Asian-fusion cuisine.

JOIA Aruba by Iberostar: Eagle Beach, Aruba

Recently opened in December of 2024, JOIA Aruba by Iberostar is a luxury property with an ideal location on Aruba’s stunning Eagle Beach. The new resort offers 240 rooms and suites, seven restaurants and bars, its own on-site luxury spa and an adults-only section with a quiet pool and breathtaking ocean views. JOIA guests also get exclusive access to Aruba’s only 18-hole championship golf course.

Some rooms and suites on the property feature private whirlpool baths or semi-private pools, which can help boost the romance factor even more. Several of the property's top-tier suites also come with butler service.

White Mountain Hotel & Resort: North Conway, New Hampshire

Tucked away in the rolling hills of New Hampshire is White Mountain Hotel & Resort, a luxury resort with panoramic mountain views, an array of fine dining options, a heated pool, a hot tub, Himalayan salt saunas, and so much more. This family-owned hotel is surrounded by protected state and national forests, so it's the ideal place to escape for a romantic retreat.?

White Mountain Hotel & Resort is offering a romance package for couples this year that can increase the wow factor for a surprise Valentine's Day trip. This package includes two nights of lodging, breakfast for two, a romantic dinner for two in the on-site Ledges Restaurant and champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries upon arrival.

Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: St. Vincent & Grenadines

All Sandals resorts are adults-only and geared to couples who want to ratchet up the romance, and the Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are no exception. This all-inclusive property sits on 50 secluded acres of lush greenery and rolling mountains, and it features 11 unique dining options, nine bars (including a swim-up bar), four pools, two hot tubs and a pool specifically for SCUBA lessons.?

A range of luxurious accommodations can help ramp up the romance, including suites and villas with tranquility soaking tubs or private pools. You can even book a Beachfront One-Bedroom Butler Villa Suite with a Private Pool just steps from the sand and surf, or a Vincy Overwater Two-Story Villa directly over the water.

Rosewood Baha Mar: Nassau, Bahamas

Rosewood Baha Mar is located along the shores of Nassau's Cable Beach, known for its powder-white sands and crystal-clear waters. Amenities on the property include two sparkling pools, a lagoon whirlpool, a luxurious spa and five tantalizing restaurants and bars serving everything from steaks and seafood to craft cocktails. The property's location also makes it close to nearby attractions, including the Caribbean's largest casino (at the Baha Mar) and the Baha Bay waterpark.

Room and suite options abound at this Bahamas resort, and visitors can even book private villas and residences. For extra romance, couples can book a Premier Ocean View Grand One-Bedroom Suite with more than 1,400 square feet of space, a separate living room, a roomy shower and an oversized soaking tub.

The Royal Hawaiian: Honolulu, Oahu

Often referred to as the “Pink Palace of the Pacific,” this timeless Waikiki Beach landmark hotel is ideal for couples and romance. Visitors to the property will find stunning mountain and ocean views in every direction, a 5-star luxury experience that caters to discerning travelers and lavishly appointed rooms and suites with modern amenities.?

Room options for couples run the gamut from historic rooms with king beds and ocean or garden views to oceanfront suites with separate spaces for dining and relaxation. Couples can spend the day sunbathing by the resort's oceanfront Helumoa Pool or participating in wellness rituals like yoga or meditation.

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