Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 brands inspires romantic getaways across Europe and the Middle East to spend a memorable Valentine’s Day with someone special. From an intimate escapein the desert of Abu Dhabi, to a romantic sailing trip off the coast of Soma Bay, Marriott Bonvoy has an escape to suit every traveller.
MIDDLE EAST
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi | Best For -Desert Escape
Set within the dramatic landscape of the Arabian Desert, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa offers all the elements of a romantic getaway; intimacy, tranquillity, nature, and a hint of adventure. The recently opened state-of-art suites and villas offer complete privacy making it perfect for couples who wish to escape their busy everyday life and spend quality time together. Couples are invited to experience pure exclusivity with their own private jacuzzi or plunge pool set on their balcony or terrace. The resort’s exterior is sheltered from the rest of the world with a bespoke bamboo border, luscious greenery and vibrant flora. The Romantic Desert Getaway offer includes daily breakfast, dinner for two at Terra Secca, a couples 60 min massage at Saray Spa.
Rates from AED 1,140 per room, per night
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Sheraton Soma Bay Resort | Best For –Beach Escape
Sheraton Soma Bay Resort is a stunning beachfront hotel inspired by Luxor’s Karnak Temple Complex that offers the ultimate escape, boasting countless opportunities for a memorable Valentine’s Day celebration. The Romantic Getaway Package includes three nights stay on half board basis with access to the Aqua Park, a water sports experience or sailing trip, one bottle of grape and a sweet treat upon arrival, as well as further additional discounts. Dine with your loved one at L’Emporio Ristorante in a picturesque setting and revel in every delicious morsel of the authentic Italian cuisine, or at L’Abydos Brasserie overlooking the Red Sea.
Rates from USD 125 per room, per night
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The St. Regis Abu Dhabi | Best For – Lavish Love
Located at one of the best addresses in the UAE, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is a true connoisseur of exclusivity. Overlooking the lavish west Corniche, guests looking for a romantic getaway have the opportunity to experience magical sunsets at the top of the helipad, dine on the beach, or enjoy a couples spa treatment on the 48th floor in the Abu Dhabi Suite – the highest suspended suite in the world, towering over 200 meters above street level. Exclusively for Valentine’s Day, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi has crafted a unique experience for 10 lucky couples, 255 meters above the sea. Hosted on the helipad offering unobstructed city views, the couples can enjoy a free flow of sparkling beverage accompanied by exquisite canapés and live entertainment. Capture magical moments with your loved one in the most beautiful and intimate setting watching the sun go down over the stunning Abu Dhabi skyline.
Price starts from AED 1,800, per couple
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W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island| Best For –Iconic Escape
From sunrise treats to sunset rituals, W Abu Dhabi – Yas Islandfeatures unrivalled architecture with jewel-toned furnishings depicting the colours of liquid gold. The GOTCHA BACK Staycation package at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island is ideal for those seeking to impress the special person in their life.The package includes an overnight stay with exclusive perks including a complimentary upgrade, poolside snacks and beverages and the ultimate spa experience that emanates style and sophistication fused with Middle Eastern traditions.
Rates from AED 978 per room, per night
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Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha| Best For –City Escape
Nestled between the desert sands and the bustle of the city, Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa embodies a dreamy setting for guests to celebrate love, creating memorable moments to cherish forever. Set in an authentic oasis of indigenous scented gardens, the resort offers that of a private palace environment, with spacious guestrooms, signature suites and luxury villas with their own private pool, offering unrivalled privacy. Couples can lounge around the moonlit glistening pool, unwind at the Al Messila Spa, or indulge in a variety of unique restaurants and lounges spearheaded by Michelin Star Executive Chef PinoLavarra. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Al Messila Resort & Spa is offering the ultimate romance dinner experience, an Al Fresco five-course menu in a beautifully decorated poolside setting.
Rates from QAR 4,000 per room, per night
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EUROPE
The Westin London City | Best for – An Indulgent Spa Break
The newly opened Westin London City has set a new standard for wellness in the heart of the capital. Boasting a prime riverfront location on the north bank of the River Thames, overlooking Shakespeare’s Globe and the striking Tate Modern, the hotel’s 222 modern guestrooms all come complete with a Westin Heavenly™ bed for a restorative night’s sleep. The Westin experience comes to life through the brand’s six pillars of wellbeing – Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well. For couples looking for the ultimate city spa break, The Heavenly Spa by Westin™ has been designed to prioritise guest’s well-being, spread across 370 square metres, with six treatment rooms and a 12-metre indoor pool. Spa treatments include The Meridian Flow Golden Facial, a UK exclusive that uses gold coated micro-magnetic pearls for a one-of-a-kind facial or the Heavenly Spa Three Stones Massage Ritual that combines meditation with Swedish massage techniques and signature Westin white tea products. Hithe + Seek, the hotel’s restaurant and lounge is the perfect destination for an intimate date night with panoramic views across the River Thames, featuring a menu of small plates designed to bring people together through sharing and pairing with grapes specially curated by Erin Summers.
Rates from £241 per room, per night
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W Rome | Best for – La Dolce Vita
The newly opened W Rome is ideally situated near the famous Spanish steps and fashionable boutiques of Via Condotti.This historic palazzo-turned-luxury-lifestyle-hotel offers an unapologetically Italian experience in one of the world’s most romantic cities, where guests can live in the moment and anticipate the future of the Eternal City. Spanning two adjacent 19th-century properties on Via Liguria, the 147 stylish, open-plan guestrooms and 15 suites boast iconic views, with some overlooking the Istituto Svizzero, and many offering private balconies and terraces for added intimacy. Foodies rejoice, the hotel’s unrivalled culinary offerings are spearheaded by Michelin-starred chef Ciccio Sultano. See and be seen at Giano Restaurant where Sultanoshakes up the city’s food scene with Sicilian cuisine fused with Roman culture in a stylish setting.
Rates from €513 per room, per night
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Le Metropolitan, Paris Tour Eiffel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel| Best for – Parisian Romance
Pull out all the stops this Valentine’s in ‘the city of love’with anidyllicstay at Le Metropolitan, Paris Tour Eiffel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, perfectly located within walking distance to Paris’s top attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées and Arc de Triomphe. For a room with a view, the Eiffel Suite allows guests to experience enchanting romance while taking inthe scenery from the privacy of their own room. Dine in true Parisian style at the hotel’s Le Metropolitan’s Restaurant, offering bold and creative French cuisine. After a day of sightseeing, guests can relax in the beautiful spa, completewith an indoor swimming pool and steam room.
Rates from €261 per room, per night
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Le Méridien Nice and Le Méridien Beach Plaza | Best for – Diamond Lovers
This February, celebrate the season of love and the romance of travel (avec amour) with Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts.Le Méridien Nice and Le Méridien Beach Plaza who have teamed up with Parisian diamond jeweller, Celinni, to host the ultimate romantic experience. Couples who dine at either hotel on 14th February will be in with a chance of winning an exceptional piece of jewellery – a necklace from Celinni’s ‘Pure’ collection in white gold, featuring a 0.5 carat diamond worth €2,500.Each couple that dines at either hotel will be served an imitation ‘diamond’ alongside their dessert, however one couple will be served a real MaisonCelinni diamond. There will be a jewelleron site to evaluate each gem and the guest that holds the real diamond will receive the stunning necklace. At Salon Riviera on the first floor of Le Méridien Nice, offering a breath-taking view of the Baie des Anges, guests will be served a five-course set menu concocted by Head Chef Eric Brujan, featuring Maine lobster and beef fillet, complemented with a glass of sparkling beverage. At Le Méridien Beach Plaza’s L’intempo Restaurant, Head Chef Laurent Colin has prepared a romantic diamond themed six-course set menu, including scallop brioche with black diamond, and candied citrus fruit, and a strawberry and Rosé sparklingsorbet. Both set menus are priced at €110 per person and can be booked here for Riviera Room and here for L’intempo Restaurant.
Rates for Le Méridien Nice from €142 per room, per night
Rates for Le Méridien Beach Plaza from €228 per room, per night
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Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection | Best for – ASweet Serenade
This Valentine’s Day, have an Italian classical composer serenade your significant other with a customised prelude at Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection. Located in the coveted historical city of Lucca, across from the Teatro, sits the magnificently restored Italian ‘palazzo’ hotel that offers one of the most unique, bucket-list worthy romantic experiences — where guests can have a personalised ‘Prelude of Existence’ written by a classical composer. This curated experience takes place in the Symphony Lounge, where the hotel’s classical composer will unlock your very own song based on a few significant questions that identify your strongest personality traits. Written in musical notes and delivered on a music sheet, the Prelude can be specially packaged inside a ‘time capsule’— tied with a silk ribbon and tucked away inside a Tuscan leather box — to cherish.
Rates from €198 per room, per night
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The Gritti Palace Venice, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice| Best For –Grand Opulence
Overlooking the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, The Gritti Palace boasts one of the most desirable views of the lagoon city and promises to sweep your loved one off their feet. A historical treasure -dating back to 1475 – where heritage and culture blend with renewed Venetian style,this noble palace and luxury hotel is a place of exceptional art and elegance with the intimate and familiar feel of a private residence.Each guestroom is uniquely designedwith antique furnishings, precious fabrics and Murano glass light fittings. Embark on your Venetian love story at Club del Doge Restaurant, offering Italian culinary traditions overlooking glorious views for a truly unforgettable experience.
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Rates from €784 per room, per night
Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest | Best For – Luxury foodies
This iconic palace hotel, listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, combines luxurious surroundings with authentic local experiences. Located in the heart of Budapest and just a stone’s throw from the Danube, Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest is a spectacular gateway for couples looking to explore the magic of Budapest while bringing a new era of entertainment and gastronomy to the city with its world-class offerings. Those that share a love of fine food will be in their element at the hotel’s Spago restaurant, where worldwide-renowned industry leader and trendsetter Master Chef Wolfgang Puck brings the Beverly Hills culinary and social phenomenon Spago to Budapest, igniting the city’s dining scene into a gastronomic epicenter. Spago caters to a brand-new gastronomic culture in the city by blending the chef’s famous Californian cuisine with talented local chefs’ Magyar culinary skills, traditions and choice of local products. Atop Matild Palace, guests can discover The Duchess, a decadent rooftop bar accessed only through a hidden entrance. Couples can enjoy a truly romantic setting, drinking sophisticated cocktails overlooking views over the glistening city skyline.
Rates from €342 per room, per night
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