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You don’t need a passport or a long-haul flight to pull off a truly romantic escape. Some of the most romantic resorts are found right here in the U.S., offering the kind of privacy and indulgence usually found in tropical island escapes, including private beaches, breakfast delivered to your door, and villas designed so you don’t have to see another soul unless you want to. Perfect for couples celebrating honeymoons, anniversaries, or just each other, these are the most romantic luxury resorts for two in the U.S.
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Hotel del Coronado
San Diego, California
For over a century, the stately Hotel del Coronado has
been one of San Diego's most famous destination hotels. The iconic hotel has just completed a six-year renovation that’s made this resort even more appealing for a romantic getaway. Stay in the Beach Village for exclusive access to the members-only Beach Club, where a private stretch of sand comes with loungers, umbrellas, and food and drink delivered straight to your chair.
The Beach Village itself is a cluster of newly renovated, residential-style cottages and villas that are the most secluded accommodations at the resort. You can hide away here with your partner, enjoying private balconies or patios overlooking the water, or curl up by your own fireplace. The Hotel del Coronado’s spa ups the indulgence with a private couples’ suite and a vanishing-edge pool set on an outdoor, co-ed spa terrace.
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Chatham Bars Inn
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
At the end of a winding wooden boardwalk lies a quarter-mile stretch of pristine white sand: Chatham Bars Inn’s private beach overlooking a quiet cove. Sheltered from the Atlantic by Cape Cod National Seashore’s North Beach Island, the water here is calm and perfect for swimming. If you want added privacy (or just a place to escape from the sun), private beach cabanas are available to rent, with fully-stocked YETI coolers and food and beverage service on offer. The beach is groomed each morning, so it always looks pristine, and lounge chairs, umbrellas, and towels are provided for guests.
At the resort itself, you’ll want to book the spa suites. Located above The Spa at Chatham Bars Inn, these twelve adults-only rooms feature oversized hydrotherapy tubs, in-room saunas, steam showers, and cozy fireplaces. The spa itself is equally serene, featuring a peaceful outdoor Zen garden, an adults-only pool with a heated deck, and an outdoor hot tub.
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The Cloister at Sea Island
Sea Island, Georgia
Set on a private island, The Cloister at Sea Island Resort has its own five-mile stretch of beach, along with 50 acres of waterfront green space. Enjoy a perfect day on the beach by ordering the private beach setup package, complete with two cushioned lounge chairs and covers, an umbrella, a Bluetooth speaker, a side table, a stocked cooler with water and snacks, and a dedicated beach attendant to handle anything else you might need.
The Spa at Sea Island is a destination in itself, designed for deep relaxation and renewal. Amenities include a tranquil relaxation garden, hydrotherapy pool, sunbathing terraces, eucalyptus steam room, meditation labyrinth, mineral pool path, water reflexology path, and private couples’ suites. Duet massages allow couples to enjoy side-by-side treatments in a beautifully appointed space.
For extra privacy, reserve one of the Ocean Residences, which are located within a gated section of the resort that has its own oceanfront infinity pool. These spacious rooms and suites feel more like private homes, with full kitchens and separate living and dining areas.
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Auberge du Soleil
Napa Valley, California
At Auberge du Soleil, you don’t have to settle for an ordinary hotel room. The intimate property is home to just 50 guestrooms and suites, set across 33 acres of heritage olive and oak trees. Book one of the freestanding private maisons that offer more than 1,800 square feet of indoor-outdoor living space, with unobstructed views of the Napa Valley. Each features a separate living room with a fireplace, a spa-like bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower, and an outdoor sculpted tub and rain shower.
When you’re ready to truly relax, head to the on-site spa, which is only open to hotel guests. Here, you’ll find tranquil soaking pools, a steam room, and a sunlit courtyard. Book one of the personalized couples’ rituals, like the Entre Nous Experience, a shared wellness journey that begins with a 60-minute private yoga and meditation session, followed by a 90-minute couples massage and an hour in a private spa suite. There, you’ll sip cold-pressed juices paired with fresh fruit while soaking in an outdoor hot pool.
For a late-night luxury, the Ultimate Indulgence After Hours package offers a three-hour private experience featuring a garden soak, steam, massage, and sparkling wine served with dessert under the stars.
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Montage Laguna Beach
Laguna, California
Set on a coastal bluff above the Pacific, each of the 250 guest rooms at Montage Laguna Beach offers stunning ocean views. For the utmost privacy, book one of the private villas with 3,000 square feet of space along with ocean-view patios and fireplaces.
The resort has two pools overlooking the ocean. Rent a private cabana by the Mosaic Pool or enjoy the serene adults-only pool. Just beyond the resort lies Treasure Island Beach, framed by lush gardens and scenic walking paths. Dedicated beach service includes loungers, umbrellas, towels, and other amenities.
Montage’s spa specializes in customized therapies, with a range of indulgent couples’ experiences. Highlights include the Romantic Couples Journey, a 90- or 120-minute ritual that begins with a full-body exfoliation, followed by a botanical bubble bath and aromatic scalp massage, and concludes with a side-by-side full-body massage designed for total relaxation.
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Dunes on the Waterfront
Ogunquit, Maine
The celebratory mood starts the moment you arrive at Dunes on the Waterfront, where you’re greeted with a complimentary glass of Champagne. The property is a collection of individual cottages in charming Ogunquit, designed for privacy and quiet escape. Each cottage features a cozy indoor fireplace and a screened porch furnished with classic rocking chairs. Every morning, a breakfast bag is delivered to your door, stocked with freshly baked local pastries, a newspaper, and a thermos of hot coffee, inviting you to linger over breakfast in bed.
The resort overlooks a peaceful tidal river, with a complimentary cabana boat available to ferry you across to the beachfront on the other side. Beach chairs and towels are provided, and there’s also a heated pool with floats for lounging, in case the ocean looks too chilly that day.
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Solage
Calistoga, California
At Calistoga's Solage, the Spa Solage is an award-winning, 20,000-square-foot sanctuary showcasing the Calistoga mud and mineral water therapies Napa Valley is known for. The spa's Bathhouse features a series of geothermal pools with temperatures ranging from refreshing cold plunges to a toasty 104 degrees. A variety of couples treatments are available, including the Solage Signature Couples Massage, which combines a variety of massage techniques to help you achieve full-body relaxation. For an extra layer of indulgence, add the foot rejuvenation treatment, which includes a rosemary and mint foot scrub, a foot and leg massage with reflexology and Thai stick work designed to open meridian channels.
Accommodations at the resort include cottage-style suites that offer a sense of seclusion, with outdoor showers, soaking tubs or jetted hot tubs, cozy fire pits, and separate living spaces designed for unwinding after a day at the spa.
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