With spectacular scenery, sun-kissed beaches, world-class restaurants and luxury resorts, San Diego calls to all lovebirds looking for a romantic getaway. This February, special Valentine's Day offerings from San Diego hotels and resorts make it the perfect time to let Cupid's arrow fly and treat a special friend or loved one to a relaxing retreat or fun-filled adventure in romantic San Diego.
MODERN DAY ROMANCE
- Log-in and tweet for the Twitter-Patter package at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa with a Valentine's deal that includes overnight accommodations at this lush, garden estate and a $150 credit that can be used for spa treatments or dinner at Adobe El Restaurant. Guests also receive chocolate-covered strawberries, a bottle of private label sparkling wine, Twitter-themed cookie welcome amenity and two plush monogrammed robes with guests' personalized Twitter handle. The Twitter-Patter package rates begin at $499 per night available Feb. 8-24. For reservations, tweet "My heart wants to go #TwitterPatter with my sweetie at @estancialajolla." The hotel will then tweet back details on how to book. Package details are also available at estancialajolla.com.
TAKE THE PLUNGE ON VALENTINE'S DAY
- Not just any couple can be swept away by the Hotel Del Coronado's Drop the Question engagement package. The landmark hotel offers the ultimate in luxury including three nights in a Beach Village cottage suite, rose petals, Taittinger champagne and caviar welcome amenities, private butler and engagement concierge service throughout the stay, private candlelight dinner prepared by the Chef de Cuisine, private sailing brunch cruise, exotic car rental, and just before sunset, two sky divers will drop from the sky and parachute onto the beach with a banner asking, "Will you marry me?" Afterward, enjoy a private romantic dinner for two on the beach with a violinist, and later a couple's massage in your cottage, a $1,000 shopping spree at the Shops at The Del, dinner for two at 1500 OCEAN-voted San Diego's most romantic restaurant-and breakfast in bed daily. This package is $50,000 (subject to change) and requires 72 hour advance booking, available beginning Feb. 14. For reservations, click here.
ROMANCE AND RELAXATION
From bayside escapes and stunning coastal settings to a centrally-located resort, San Diego provides many romantic backdrops for fabulous spa packages designed to tempt lovers with a blissful Valentine's retreat.
- Escape to Mission Valley, where the Town & Country Resort features its Love Is in the Air package. The package includes breakfast buffet for two, champagne amenity, discounted parking, hotel discounts and attraction savings coupons. Rates start at $129 per night and are available Jan. 19-Feb. 20. Add on a Romance Rendezvous package for a total price of $259 and receive two 50-minute massages plus two glasses of champagne, fresh strawberries and truffles at the resort's Bella Tosca Day Spa and Salon. For hotel reservations, click here. To book spa appointment, call 619-220-0014.
- The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Mission Bay offers a Sweetheart package that includes a two-night stay in a standard room, California sparkling wine and chocolate dipped strawberries on arrival, two 50-minute spa treatments and spa gifts, and breakfast for two. Package rates start at $730. For reservations and restrictions, click here.
- The Lodge at Torrey Pines is the place to be for a Romance package including one night in a standard room, Champagne and chocolate-dipped strawberries on arrival, two 50-minute spa treatments and signature spa gifts, and breakfast for two. Guests can add a second night for 50% off the current rate. The Romance package starts at $690. For reservations and restrictions, click here.
- Keep the romance alive all month long at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines with the Month of Love package including complimentary bottle of champagne, box of truffles, long-stem rose, 25% off dinner, complimentary daily breakfast for two and 2:00 p.m. late check-out based on availability. During Valentine's weekend enjoy live music Fri. and Sat. and a special Valentine's menu Feb. 14-17. Rates starting at $149 available Feb. 1-28. For reservations, click here.
- The Bahia Resort Hotel offers a Valentine's Getaway package that includes a one-night stay, two 50-minute spa treatments and signature spa gifts, and breakfast for two. Rate starts at $450 not including room tax and can be booked by clicking here. Restrictions apply.
THE WAY TO A LOVER'S HEART
San Diego's unique and fresh culinary offerings pair perfectly with a romantic escape from the ordinary at the following hotels and restaurants.
- If you can't be in Paris this Valentine's Day, look no further than downtown San Diego's Westgate Hotel, where a stunning lobby reflects the anterooms at Versailles and classic décor emulates the palaces of Europe. The Westgate offers several romance packages; the most luxurious is the Etre Amoureux package (English translation: "to make you fall in love all over again"). This package includes one-night accommodation in the Presidential suite or Governor suite along with a five-course dinner with wine pairing prepared by a private chef, butler service, a dozen red roses, love quotes, a bottle of Champagne and chocolate truffles, breakfast in bed and parking. The offer is available Feb. 14-15 for $3,100 and to book, click here.
- Wake up with the serene sounds of ocean waves and breathtaking views of La Jolla Shores beach during The La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club's month long celebration of love. Beachfront rooms start at $249 per night for a two night stay during the Valentine's Weekend package deal. The Marine Room, hailed as "Most Romantic Restaurant" (San Diego Magazine), offers an unparalleled setting and exceptional dining experiences throughout February with special menus and an Aphrodisiaque Cooking Class and dinner on Feb. 5. For hotel reservations, visit LJBTC.com. For dining reservations visit MarineRoom.com.
- Couples can relax in the lap of luxury at the Grand Del Mar, just voted TripAdvisor's "Best Hotel in the U.S.", with the Pacific Romance package. The package includes overnight accommodations, "pour your own" berry-infused champagne cocktails upon arrival, and a sunset picnic at the beach for two, including transportation, signature blanket to take home, cheese and charcuterie and non-alcoholic beverages to make the evening extra special. The Pacific Romance package is available nightly through February with rates starting at $540 (excludes tax and gratuities). For reservations, visit www.TheGrandDelMar.com.
- Treat your sweetheart to a Valentine’s Day to remember with a private al fresco dinner for two with San Diego Bay views at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort and Spa. The Bayside Balcony Bliss package offers an intimate four-course dinner including a bottle of champagne in the privacy of the guest room served by a butler and includes a Bayside View Room upgrade. The package is available Feb. 14-15, and rates start at $499 when you use promo code LVU. To reserve the guestroom and dinner package click here.
LAVISH AND INTIMATE
Some San Diego hotels offer upscale Valentine packages loaded with luxurious and intimate amenities.
- Celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic getaway to the Andaz San Diego in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. A Crush for the Night package includes one-night accommodations, two glasses of house champagne upon arrival, one dozen red roses and a couple's intimacy kit. Additional amenities include select complimentary minibar snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, wireless internet in guestroom, and complimentary Cadillac Escalade service within two miles (subject to availability). The package is available Feb. 1-14, with rates starting at $369, plus tax. For reservations, click here.
- Sweethearts seeking a seaside retreat can visit the newly renovated Hotel La Jolla, in picturesque La Jolla Shores. The Sweet & Sexy package offers deluxe accommodations, rose petal turndown service, champagne, $25 in-room dining credit from Cusp, the hotel's Mediterranean-style restaurant, an intimacy kit, complimentary wine during "Coastal Hour," along with morning coffee and tea service. The package is available Feb. 14 with rates starting at $279 per night, plus tax. For reservations, visit www.hotellajolla.com.
- During the month of February, the historic Lafayette Hotel in the hip uptown neighborhood of North Park offers the Some Like It Hot Valentine's package. Guests can choose either dinner and bottomless champagne for two or breakfast and bottomless mimosas for two, along with a special Lafayette intimacy kit and additional nights available at 20% off best available rate. Package rates start at $159 per night plus tax. For reservations, click here.
Each package has individual restrictions and is based on availability. For details and disclaimers on specific packages, contact individual hotels.
Happiness is calling in San Diego. For more information on San Diego's offerings, including exciting vacation packages and valuable coupons for attractions, restaurants and more, visit the San Diego Tourism Authority's website at www.sandiego.org or call 619-236-1212.