Romantic City Getaways for Valentine's Day 2022
Valentine's Day 2022 is the perfect occasion for a city trip for two. Fortunately, some European cities attract with particularly romantic ambience, top hotels and wonderful restaurants.
1 February 2022
Sure, it doesn't take a special day to spend time with your favorite person. But why not just use Valentine's Day 2022 for a romantic city trip? Discovering hidden corners of a city together, enjoying a candlelit dinner with a view of the sights and then retiring to wonderfully cozy beds - who wouldn't start dreaming? Fortunately, it doesn't have to stop at dreaming. Because many European cities offer just that. These three cities make the romantic vision a reality:
The icon: Paris
An article about romantic cities simply cannot ignore the "City of Love", that's for sure. But what makes the French capital so romantic? Where the city got its nickname is not completely clear. Perhaps it has to do with the romantic art movement that took off from Paris in the 18th century. Or it has to do with the enchanted corners in the artists' quarter of Montmartre. Small alleys, picturesque houses - the Parisian atmosphere is simply magical. Add to that bridges spanning the Seine. Small cafés. Chocolate stores. And then there are sights like the Parc des Buttes Chaumont with its stalactite caves and artificial lake. Or - of course - the Eiffel Tower.
Romantic hotels in Paris
Cheval Blanc
8 Quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 40 28 00 00
Web: chevalblanc.com
Price: from approx. € 1.150,-/night
Just newly opened, the Cheval Blanc Paris already an icon. It is perfectly located for sightseeing. Namely, just around the corner from the Louvre and on the Seine. Top spa area, excellent gourmet cuisine and service that leaves nothing to be desired.
Chouchou Hôtel
11 Rue du Helder, 75009 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 87 44 54 79
Web: chouchouhotel.com
Price: from about € 250,-/night
The wonderful boutique hotel offers a lot of privacy. All 63 rooms are furnished with attention to detail. Some have a view of the Palais Garnier. Centrally located in the 13th arrondissement, the hotel also scores with its terrific price/performance ratio.
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Sinner
116 Rue du Temple, 75003 Paris, France
Tel.: + 33 1 42 72 20 00
Web: sinnerparis.com
Price: from about € 450,-/night
There are many romantic hotels in Paris. Luxurious ones too. And the Sinner Hotel is probably the most wicked hotel in the city of love. Opulent interiors, incense, lanterns, theatricality - all this awaits the hotel's guests. Just like bathrooms with bathtubs that can accommodate two people ...
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Romantic restaurants in Paris
L'Oiseau Blanc
19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris
Tel: + 331 58 12 28 88
Web: peninsula.com.
The view couldn't be more romantic. L'Oiseau Blanc at the Hotel Peninsula Paris serves its guests a view of the Eiffel Tower with a multi-course tasting menu. David Bizet is responsible for the kitchen.
Bateau Le Calife
Port des Saints-Pères, 75006 Paris
Tel.: +33 1 43 54 50 04
Web: calife.com
A cruise on the Seine is romantic in itself. Combine that with sightseeing and an excellent dinner, and you're guaranteed unforgettable memories. Oh yes, and there's live music too.
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Guy Savoy
11 quai de Conti, Paris, 75006, France
Tel.: + 33 1 43 80 40 61
Web: guysavoy.com
For Valentine's Day 2022, it may be something very special. Like a menu at a three-star restaurant. The restaurant is located on the shore, and while the water laps peacefully outside, you eat inside surrounded by works of art. Top: there are many vegetarian and vegan options.
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The Eternal: Rome
The "eternal city" on the Tiber is already enjoying warm temperatures and rays of sunshine in mid-February. Lovers stroll among ancient monuments and world-famous sights. Romans like to celebrate, and Valentine's Day is no exception. After all, Saint Valentine, to whom this holiday goes back, was supposedly Roman. Around the "Day of Love" many restaurants and hotels therefore offer special romance deals.
Romantic hotels in Rome
Hotel de la Ville, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Via Sistina, 69, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Tel.: +39 06 977931
Web: roccofortehotels.com
Price: from about € 515,-/night
From the terrace you can enjoy breathtaking views over the rooftops of the city. For an extra dose of romance, the "Love is Blind" package includes many sensual experiences, such as a cocktail blind tasting. A massage candle awaits guests in the suite, and there's a couples' massage in the spa.
Hotel Vilòn
Via dell'Arancio, 69, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Tel.: +39 06 878187
Web: hotelvilon.com
Price: from about € 515,-/night
The hotel can only be described as "very sophisticated." In the Adelaide Cocktail Bar, you sip wonderful creations against a backdrop of tasteful design in plush jewel tones. There are only 18 rooms in the hotel, which is a successful blend of Rococo style and modernity.
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Hotel de'Ricci
Via della Barchetta, 14, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Tel.: +39 06 687 4775
Web: hoteldericci.com
Price: from € 333,-/night
The boutique hotel with only eight spacious and generous suites is the ideal place for wine lovers. In addition to an extensive collection on the wine list, there is also a dedicated wine cooler in each room. The owner is also the manager of the Seafood Restaurants Pierluigi. This, too, is worth a visit.
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Romantic restaurants in Rome
Per Me
Vicolo del Malpasso 9, Campo de' Fiori, Rome
Tel.: +39 06 687 7365
Web: giuliterrinoni.it
The delicious Seafood Restaurant in Centro Storico, the old town, is an intimate experience with only 30 seats. The ambience is simple but elegant. Just like Giulio Terrinoni's cuisine. The four-course menu is fantastic and also impresses with excellent value.
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Armando al Pantheon
Armando al Pantheon, Salita de' Crescenzi 31, Pantheon, Rome
Tel.: +39 06 6880 3034
Web: armandoalpantheon.it
Already since 1961, the Trattoria is a fixed starter in terms of culinary in Rome. If you're in the mood for a typical Italian family-owned trattoria, you've come to the right place. Located in the heart of the old town, it spoils with many seasonal delicacies and classics of Roman cuisine.
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Imàgo
Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6, Roma, Italy
Tel.: +39 06 699340
Web: hotelhasslerroma.it
The Hassler Roma above the Spanish Steps is a truly elegant hideaway. But it's not just the rooms that make the hotel worth a visit. Andrea Antonini's excellent Michelin-starred restaurant, located on the sixth floor, is also something special. Not only because of the endless view.
The timeless: Budapest
The gently flowing Danube. Historical buildings. A myriad of sights. Hearty food and heavenly pastries: Budapest is always worth a trip. On Valentine's Day 2022 even more so. A romantic stroll in the city forest reveals the Millenium Haza surrounded by 1,500 rose bushes, a ride on the river shuttle, a visit to the Great Market Hall and, of course, the Castle Palace should not be missing from the to-do list.
Romantic hotels in Budapest
Aria Hotel Budapest
Budapest, Hercegprímás u. 5, 1051 Hungary
Tel.: +36 1 445 4055
Web: ariahotelbudapest.com
Price: from about € 430,-/night
The hotel is all about music. Located in the shadow of St. Stephen's Basilica, it has a spa with swimming pool on the lowest floor. At the top, the rooftop bar tempts with magnificent views. The Opera, the Parliament and the Széchenyi Chain Bridge are nearby.
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Baltazár Budapest
Budapest, Országház u. 31, 1014 Hungary
Tel: +36 1 300 7051
Web: balthazarbudapest.com
Price: from about € 130,-/night
The small family-run hotel pays attention to design and details. Only 11 rooms, three of them suites, are available. They all score with individual furnishings. The Zsidai family, the owners, have been running various establishments in Budapest for more than 30 years. So it's no wonder that the hotel's restaurant serves wonderful grilled dishes.
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Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Budapest, Váci u 36, 1056 Hungary
Tel.: +36 1 550 5000
Web: marriott.com
Price: from about € 360,-/night
The luxurious hotel opened only last summer. The guests are already enthusiastic. Among the highlights is the location of the hotel. The history is also not entirely uninteresting. For example, the building that houses the hotel is already 120 years old. Originally, it was home to galleries, restaurants and apartments. Today, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is a luxury hotel with 130 rooms.
Romantic restaurants in Budapest
Gerbeaud
Budapest, Vörösmarty tér 7-8, 1051 Hungary
Tel.: +36 30 382 7701
Web: gerbeaud.hu
The café is one of the oldest and most traditional coffee houses in the whole of Europe. It's worth stopping in here and treating yourself to a piece of cake. The historic interior makes you feel almost like a royal.
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Pierrot
Budapest, Fortuna u. 14, 1014 Hungary
Tel.: +36 1 375 6971
Web: pierrot.hu
Salman Rushdie and Jason Statham have already dined here - if that's not good karma! In addition to Hungarian classics, the menu also includes international - especially French - dishes. The service is excellent.
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Babel Budapest
Budapest, Piarista köz 2, 1052 Hungary
Tel.: +36 70 600 0800
Web: babel-budapest.hu
The restaurant has been awarded a star by the Michelin Guide. And rightly so, because it serves fine dining with Transylvanian influences in an intimate but modern atmosphere in the heart of the city. The five-course tasting menu is definitely worth a trip there.
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