With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, wouldn’t it be great to have a comprehensive guide to romantic and charming properties offering up all things amour for V-Day. From not-So-Newlywed Game Night, to bespoke bouquets, and romantic horseback rides on the beach … and more.
Read on for three destinations that are sure to make your upcoming Valentine’s Day one that’s unforgettable.
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection | Napa Valley, CA
This Valentine’s Day, couples can enjoy the new Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection collaboration with Parisian institution, Caviar Kaspia. Just in time for the romantic holiday, Solage has brought “the art of caviar” to the Napa Valley – with a twist.
Solage’s acclaimed Chef Gustavo Rios has collaborated with the Caviar Kaspia team to create a special caviar-laced menu for couples to indulge. Playful and innovative menu items will be incorporated throughout the property – at the restaurant, Solbar, the bar, Solbar Bar, and also in-room with the hotel’s Caviar Concierge. Whether it’s a unique take on avocado toast or a twist on chips and dip, the Caviar Concierge will bring couples this elevated dining experience with the click of a button and in comfort of their luxury suite or cottage. To begin, guests can enjoy the Just a Bump, an exceptional cocktail featuring oakland spirits company halfshell gin, dry vermouth, basil seeds, caramelized pearl onions and Kaspia Royal Oscietra Caviar. Other menu highlights will include the Chips & Dip with caramelized onion crème fraîche, Kaspia Royal Oscietra Caviar, crispy onions and house potato chips; Avocado Toast featuring whipped avocado, nut + seeds and Kaspia Royal Oscietra Caviar; Tuna & Hamachi Tartare with dashi creme fraiche and Kaspia Royal Oscietra Caviar; and Pretzel & Caviar with one ounce of Kaspia Royal Oscietra Caviar, crispy sourdough pretzel, bellwether farms creme fraiche, eggs mimosa, red onions, chives. Alongside the creative caviar menu, couples can cheers with a curated selection of champagne and sparkling wine pairings. Options vary from classic Champagne houses like Laherte Freres to local Napa Valley favorites like Domaine Carnerors. From the crispness of Brut to the bone-dry elegance of Ultra Brut and the delightful allure of Rosé, each sip harmonizes seamlessly with the nuanced and rich flavors of the caviar.
Quail Lodge| Carmel Valley, CA
For a romantic escape, find yourself amongst the 850 lush acres of greenery, sparkling lakes and sunshine at Quail Lodge in Carmel Valley, California. The hotel’s “Retreat to Romance” Valentine’s Day promotion includes a Lavender bath amenity from Santa Cruz’ Bonny Doon Lavender Farm, a bubble bath filled with rose petals upon arrival, a complimentary bottle of local wine and a box of Monterey’s Lula’s chocolates. Guests can enjoy a spacious suite with undisrupted views from their private outdoor patio and can relax with a massage at Spa Adeline followed by a dip in the heated outdoor pool.
The resort offers a number of outdoor activities for the active couple including: 18-hole Robert Muir Graves-designed golf course, nature trails, tennis and pickleball courts, complimentary ebikes, and a VIP shuttle to Point Lobos Nature Reserve for incredible hiking. What’s more, couples can indulge in a three-course prix fixe menu on Valentine’s Day at $98.00++ Per Person featuring East Coast Scallops, Chicories and Citrus Salad, Beef Wellington, Poached Maine Lobster, Mille Feuille for dessert and more. *Valentine’s Day promo code: VDAY; valid for stay dates February 9 through February 16.
Hotel Commonwealth I Boston, MA
Enjoy a cozy, romantic escape at Boston’s premier luxury hotel. Book “The Sweethearts Stay” at Hotel Commonwealth and receive a sweet treat for your sweetheart: enjoy a box of local, artisanal chocolates accompanied by a bottle of bubbly, plus breakfast and a late check-out so you can sleep in and enjoy breakfast in bed together. Leave all your worries behind and allow Hotel Commonwealth to help you celebrate the month of love in comfort and luxury. For a night out on the town, live music and nightlife are just steps away, and fantastic dining options include the brand-new Blue Ribbon Brasserie at the doorstep of Hotel Commonwealth.
