Your romantic retreat awaits.
Escape to a hacienda-style room at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano. PHOTO: COURTESY OF INN AT THE MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano
Sweets and sparkling cava wine will greet you upon arrival at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, an Autograph Collection property, where you can explore the historyrich area and nearby attractions like the Great Stone Church ruins and the landmark mission chapel, museum and gardens. Stay overnight and enjoy the hotel’s hacienda-style rooms, outdoor pool and rejuvenating spa— as well as a late checkout and breakfast for two from El Café Real as part of the hotel’s Mission Love Package. innatthemissionsjc.com
Lido House
Indulge in the Romantic Soirée package and stay in one of Lido House’s chic three-story private cottages, each named after a Newport Beach island and designed by a local. The package includes a custom welcome amenity, then a caviar and Champagne pairing before two 50-minute massages at the oceaninspired Boost Spa. Complete the experience with a savory breakfast at Mayor’s Table Pacific Pub & Kitchen, Lido House’s signature restaurant. lidohousehotel.com
Marché Moderne serves inventive dishes like Thai lobster. PHOTO: BY DYLAN JENI
Marché Moderne
This Newport Beach French fine dining restaurant from Florent and Amelia Marneau, the brilliant husband-and-wife chef-owners, provides the perfect setting to rekindle your romance. A new five-course February tasting menu of modern and rustic French fare—think seafood, pasta, caviar and French delicacies—will be offered for Valentine’s Day. As for the additional custom wine pairing option? Mais oui! marchemoderne.net
Lido House in Newport Beach is a nautical-themed escape. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
Paséa Hotel & Spa
Celebrate on Valentine’s Day—or all month long—with the Huntington Beach hotel’s luxury February experiences. After enjoying amenities like The Ninth Island pool and Aarna Spa, guests can opt for the Veuve + Valentines in-room dining package and have a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne, caviar, sushi, prawns and more brought to their rooms. To keep the romance going, book the Burning Love fire pit experience, which includes a private heated cabana with a personal fire pit and sensual food and drink options—available every Thursday to Saturday in February, as well as on Valentine's Day. meritagecollection.com/pasea-hotel
Surf & Sand Resort
Spa Gregorie’s
Unload some stress and indulge in luxurious pampering with your partner at this popular oasis—with locations in Newport Beach and Rancho Santa Margarita. Couples looking to recharge can book the Spa Date for Two package, which includes a one-hour customized massage in a private room, as well as a gift card to a local restaurant to put toward your post-treatment dinner. On Valentine’s Day weekend, spa-goers will also receive complimentary Champagne and chocolates. How sweet! spagregories.com
Enjoy couples treatments at Paséa Hotel & Spa’s Aarna Spa. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
South Coast Plaza
Treat yourself and your significant other to some retail therapy in Costa Mesa at the largest shopping center on the West Coast, home to over 250 luxury boutiques. The personal shopper program can curate a customized shopping package, which can include personalized and made-to-order items, styling, dining reservations at a South Coast Plaza restaurants, tickets to performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, valet parking, accommodations at partner resorts and hotels, and so much more. southcoastplaza.com/stylist
Surf & Sand Resort
Escape for the night to this oceanside hotel in Laguna Beach featuring beachfront guest rooms, luxurious suites, an intimate spa and Splashes restaurant. Elevate the romance with its To Love and Be Loved package—featuring one dozen roses, red rose petals, candles, chocolate covered strawberries and house sparkling wine or cider. surfandsandresort.com
Wake up at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club with the Bed & Breakfast package. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Couples can start the day at this Dana Point resort with the Bed & Breakfast package, which includes a daily breakfast credit for a relaxing meal in bed or on the patio at AVEO Table + Bar—or opt for a picnic basket from Part + Parcel to enjoy on the Grand Lawn. They can then indulge in a couples treatment at Waldorf Astoria Spa and get some sun at the private Monarch Bay Beach Club. After a seaside dinner, cap the romantic experience with s’mores by the fire as the sun sets. The resort’s guest experience planners are also on hand to curate a customized Valentine’s Day itinerary for those desiring something truly one of a kind. waldorfastoriamonarchbeach.com
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