Properties Virtually Guaranteed to Ignite a Spark
If you’re looking for the ultimate romantic escape, where it be for an anniversary trip or absolutely no reason at all, these luxurious hotels and resorts are sure to entice. From breathtakingly rugged coastlines ideal for storm watching to tropical destinations for soaking up the sand and the sun, they’re virtually guaranteed to ignite — or reignite, as the case may be — that spark of love.
The best romantic hotels, after all, are ones that inspire relaxation and passion.
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Maui, Hawaii
Stargazing, beautiful beaches and champagne? It’s hard to beat that when it comes to romance. The Hawaiian Islands have long been considered one of the world’s top romantic spots. They are also ideal for gazing at the stars, thanks to their idyllic location. In fact, this is one of the few places on the planet where you can see both the Southern Cross and Northern Star.
By staying at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, you’ll not only be able to enjoy stunning views from your private lanai, but you’ll have the opportunity to join director of astronomy, Eddie Mahoney, on the rooftop where a huge reflector telescope awaits, along with strawberries and a bottle of champagne.
Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa, Cook Islands
If Hawaii isn’t a distant enough escape, about 400 miles southwest of Tahiti in the middle of the South Pacific lies the lagoon of Aitutaki in the Cook Islands, often ranked among the world’s most beautiful places. The panoramic views alone are absolutely to die for.
This luxurious resort hosts the island chain’s only over-water bungalows. It also offers a jaw-dropping outdoor playground where you can enjoy snorkeling, kayaking and motu walking — a popular local activity that involves wading through the calm, shallow waters between islets.
The long, picture-perfect beaches that are the color of champagne seem perfectly made for strolling hand-in-hand with the one you love.
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Hallmark Resort, Cannon Beach, OR
One of the world’s top destinations for romance, Cannon Beach is situated along the wildly beautiful Northern Oregon coast. While it’s fantastic year-round, in the wintertime you can often enjoy some great storm watching. There are few things better than cozying up together in a luxurious room next to the warmth of a fireplace as the waves crash just steps away.
The Hallmark Resort offers all of this and more, sitting right along the shore allowing guests to take in the panoramic views of the Pacific and iconic Haystack Rock. The suites each boast a private balcony, whirlpool tub and gas fireplace, and you’ll have the opportunity for an in-room couples massage as well.
When the sun makes an appearance, you can enjoy strolling the beach and hiking miles and miles of picturesque trails through old growth forest.
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort, Uclulet, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
This magnificent resort is a curving sweep of glass, steel and wood that sits at the edge of a lush rainforest. It also offers some of the best winter storm watching on the West Coast and, during the warmer months of the year, access to a host of outdoor adventures and abundant wildlife with orcas and other whales frequently passing by.
You’ll be mesmerized by the views that can be enjoyed from the floor-to-ceiling windows, your private balcony and one of the soothing outdoor hot pools. The highly acclaimed Fetch Restaurant is right on site for dining on gourmet feasts prepared with fresh, local ingredients and paired with fine wines, locally brewed craft beers and creative cocktails.
Baros Maldives, Male, Maldives
Baros lies on a secluded island in a crystal clear, azure lagoon, fulfilling that perfect vision of a romantic fantasy island getaway. An intimate boutique resort, it’s surrounded by warm waters and silky white sands that are edged by swaying palm trees and fragrant, colorful flowers.
You can spend your days relaxing on the beach, taking part in a wide range of activities from snorkeling to diving to yachting to yoga, or perhaps a little of everything, before returning to one of the lavish beachside or water villas.
These luxury resorts are guaranteed to give you a vacation filled with bliss. From incredible dining to gorgeous beaches, you'll be spoiled with opulence.
Little Palm Island Resort and Spa, Little Torch Key, FL
Little Palm Island is a private island located just offshore from Little Torch Key in the Florida Keys. It offers the ultimate in a stress-free romantic escape minus the incessant buzzing of cell phones. You’ll find plenty of opportunities for relaxation, including indulging in exotic Balinese treatments at the onsite spa and private dining right at the edge of the sparkling cerulean waters.
Auberge du Soleil, Rutherford, CA
One of the first boutique resorts in Napa Valley, Auberge du Soleil opened back in 1985, aiming to provide the ultimate romantic retreat as the “couple’s experience of a lifetime.” Each one of its Mediterranean-style villas boasts a private terrace with garden, hillside or valley views, along with a soaking tub for two and a fireplace.
Look forward to soaking in the three springs that overlook the vineyard and olive grove, as well as indulging in the rejuvenating water rituals at the spa. The property’s fine dining restaurant is considered one of the best in California, with a menu focused around Mediterranean cuisine and fresh, local ingredients.
Set in the heart of wine country, you’ll of course have access to hundreds of wineries nearby for touring and tasting, as well as romantic sunrise hot air balloon rides.