These Romantic Weekend Getaway Ideas Are Absolutely Dreamy
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One of the first questions that came up when reporting this piece: How far is too far for a weekend? The below destinations were decided upon with 36-, 48-, and 72-hour travel itineraries in mind. That way, even if you have a six-hour flight to your destination (and your bags are smartly packed), you can still get in a full 24 hours of enjoyment!
Next, where does an intrepid couple go for a couples weekend trip? Karen Magee, president of Valerie Wilson Travel, Chase Travel Group, recommends a few different spots for partners. “Napa Valley checks the boxes on nature, wellness (they have amazing spas), world-class food, active options, and of course, the wine,” says Magee, while Mexico is “easy to get to from either coast and has an energy that invites you to relax, unwind, enjoy a margarita, and leave your laptop at home.” Whether you’re looking for a relaxing spa or the best East Coast beaches, we’ve rounded up some of the best domestic and international weekend trips for couples.
The St. Regis Mexico City
The St. Regis Mexico City recently unveiled its eight brand-new garden suites, seven of which feature landscaped terraces overlooking Paseo de la Reforma and one of which offers the first private outdoor infinity swimming pool in Mexico City.
Rosewood Mayakoba, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Rosewood Mayakoba lies in a 620-acre resort enclave on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The hotel offers 129 newly renovated suites with plunge pools, butler service, garden showers, and individual docks, as well as an exclusive collection of private residences. Resort amenities include a championship golf course, award-winning dining, and a spa that sits on its own private island.
The Hotel Chelsea, New York
Originally opened in 1884 as an apartment building, the Hotel Chelsea is an ideal staycation spot, allowing guests the opportunity to live like a resident in one of their larger suites, some of which offer amenities like a full-size and fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, additional half bath, deep soaking tub, separate living and dining room area, and ample closet space. It's the perfect home base to explore New York City.
The Drift, Nashville
Drift Nashville, located in the city's East Bank neighborhood, is the fourth property from the buzzy Drift Hotels brand. The boutique hotel offers 87 rooms and suites, a ground-level pool with neighboring cabanas, three food and beverage concepts and a breathtaking seventh-floor penthouse with one of the best views in Music City.
Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel, Anguilla
Nestled on an outstanding beach in the Caribbean, Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel is one of the best hotels in the region, offering everything from coastal horseback riding to fine dining. There's also a newly opened Guerlain spa offering traditional and contemporary techniques that embrace a holistic approach to wellness, along with a selection of exclusive treatments created with the culture and lifestyle of Anguilla in mind.
Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, Saint Lucia
Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, is located on the shores of St. Lucia, nestled between the picturesque UNESCO Pitons. The acclaimed property has an expansive resort pool, world-class fitness center, a variety of first-rate dining options, a luxurious spa, and even babysitting services. Each of the 130 guestrooms boast sweeping views of the sea and is staffed with 24/7 butler service.
Hotel Bardo, Savannah, Georgia
A new property in Savannah, Georgia from Left Lane Hospitality, Hotel Bardo is "part urban resort, part clubhouse," according to their website. With 149 rooms, a restaurant with a coastal Italian menu and a spa, pool and clubhouse, this is Savannah's sleekest new stop for discerning couples.
The Pearl, San Diego
This mid-century modern motel in San Diego's Point Loma neighborhood was thoughtfully renovated by hospitality brand Casetta. Originally designed by local architect Robert Platt in 1959, rooms feature Parachute Home bed and bath linens, organic bath amenities, and poplin bath robes. There's also free parking for EV drivers.
Lone Mountain Ranch, Big Sky, Montana
Nestled in the rolling hills of Big Sky, Montana, Lone Mountain Ranch has been catering to adventurous vacationers for over a century. Established in 1915 as a cattle ranch, the property was transformed into a guest ranch ten years ago and now boasts 27 historic log cabins, outfitted with amenities like wood-burning fireplaces, front porches, vintage record players, and luxurious soaking tubs.
Parker Palm Springs, Palm Springs
An OG of the luxury hotel scene, this five-star resort in Palm Springs was designed by Jonathan Adler to offer guests the ultimate desert getaway. With 12 private villas to rent, a spa, and a see-and-be-seen poolside, the Parker is calling your name.
The Roundtree, Amagansett, New York
This boutique hotel in the Hamptons has just 14 rooms, all of which were recently remodeled to nod to the local town's farmsteading history. Modern amenities like Grown Alchemist bath products and Matouk bath linens make each room a destination unto itself, while curated experiences including baking classes and winery tours beckon guests out of doors.
The George, Georgetown, South Carolina
With 56 rooms—42 of them water-facing—Georgetown, South Carolina's The George is a transportive space inspired by the natural environment. Two suites offer living rooms and balconies while an eclectic collection of vintage European furnishings, historic chintz fabrics and mural wallpapers unite the communal spaces and rooms.
Shou Sugi Ban House, Water Mill, New York
Just two hours outside New York City, Shou Sugi Ban House is a destination spa and wellness retreat that draws on the principles of Japanese design and a range of global healing practices—from reiki and Watsu to cupping—to invigorate and transform. The 13 guest studios are situated around a saltwater pool and connected by winding pathways with fountains, reflective pools, and Japanese-inspired gardens.
Eden Rock St. Barths, St. Barths
Part of the prestigious Oetker Collection, Eden Rock St. Barths is one of the most iconic hotels in the Caribbean. Perched on a rocky promontory on St Jean Bay, Eden Rock has everything a couple might need to reignite the flame, from a wine cellar available for private tastings to the hotel’s Eden Spa, which includes partnerships with Dr. Barbara Sturm and anti-aging and cosmetic medicine specialist Dr Pierre-Michel Havet.
Meadowood, Napa Valley, California
Meadowood Napa Valley is set on a 250-acre estate offering an enticing array of wine country experience packages as well as an award-winning spa and dining options that reflect the region's dynamic agricultural heritage.
The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach’s five-star, five-diamond, The Resort at Pelican Hill, is set by the Pacific Ocean in Southern California. The property, inspired by the work of Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, is a sanctuary of beauty and sophistication. Its exquisite accommodations include 36 holes of championship golf and a world-class spa.
Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection, Fort Worth, Texas
Located in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection combines thoughtfully curated Western touches with owner Jo Ellard’s personal art collection of over 400 unique works. Guests can look forward to immersive art-focused programming including guided art walks through the property’s collection and exclusive experiences at The Modern.
Greyfield Inn, Cumberland Island, Georgia
A family-run hotel located on Cumberland Island, the largest and southernmost island of Georgia's Golden Isles, Greyfield Inn is the beloved locale where Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and JFK Jr. were married. Need we say more? (Well, we will.) Once home to the Carnegie family, Greyfield was converted to a 14-room inn in the 1970s. Activities include Naturalist-led tours, biking, hiking, kayaking, bird watching, fishing, and exploring the island’s 8miles of deserted beachfront.
Skyline Lodge, Highlands, North Carolina
Tucked away in the mountains of Highlands, North Carolina, Skyline Lodge is a renovated boutique property from the award-winning team at The Indigo Road Hospitality Group. Opened in July 2021, Skyline Lodge features a mid-century modern design that was originally conceptualized by architect Arthur J. Kelsey, a longtime student of Frank Lloyd Wright.
The Global Ambassador, Phoenix
The debut property from James Beard award nominee restaurateur Sam Fox, The Global Ambassador is Phoenix, Arizona's buzziest new hospitality project. The hotel boasts 141 rooms, an expansive wellness center, and Arizona's largest rooftop dining experience alongside five different food and beverage concepts, all inspired by Fox's travels.
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