London, a city of romance, will transform into an enchanting paradise this Valentine’s Day. Have a relaxing weekend escape and take up some romantic activities, London provides endless opportunities to celebrate love.
In this guide, I will unveil the most romantic places, to stay, dine and explore for an unforgettable Valentines weekend in the heart of the city.
St. Valentine’s Day at The Ritz
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Enter into a haven of love and romance when every detail at The Ritz is orchestrated to create an unforgettable experience for you and your beloved. Begin your celebrations of indulgence with an exquisite afternoon tea, 20 loose-leaf teas to choose from, to suit the taste of you and your partner. Pick on a selection of delicate finger sandwiches and freshly baked scones, accompanied by clotted cream and homemade strawberry preserve.
To enhance the romantic ambience, there will be live entertainment to set the mood of your evening ahead.
If you’re still hungry, take a walk down to the Michelin-starred Ritz restaurant- one of the world’s most breathtaking romantic restaurants. Indulge into a four-course set St. Valentines dinner menu, showcased with seasonal ingredients and paired with a glass of Barons de Rothschild ‘Ritz Reserve’ Rosé NV Champagne.
There will also be live entertainment to set atmosphere alight.
After being overwhelmed with a feast of culinary delights, retreat to the comfort of your luxurious traditionally decorated Ritz Louis XVI style bedroom where relaxation awaits.
Prices from £840 on Valentine’s Weekend
https://www.theritzlondon.com/valentines-at-the-ritz/
Love at The Londoner
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Step into The Londoner this Valentine’s Day, with a romantic atmosphere flowing through the hotel with a gentle melody on the piano and a crackling fire to create a sense of intimacy.
As you arrive sip on a complimentary glass of Veuve Clicquot and nibble on a handcrafted box of macaroons. Whether you want to relax or dine in, there’s an array of spaces to do just that. Choose from three rooms to relax, sip on complimentary refreshments or play board games in. Or decide from six restaurants that offer cuisine from French Mediterranean to a refuel at The Londoners Refuel Clinic.
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After being full of food delights, relax in their tranquil spaces such as their swimming pool, hydropool, sauna, steam room and secluded cabanas. There’s something for everyone.
Prices from £423 per night
https://www.thelondoner.com/valentines-day
Royal Lancaster
Enjoy a romantic overnight stay in one of the Royal Lancaster cosy rooms offering timeless classic style and comfort as you take in London’s iconic skyline.
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Included in your stay, you will receive your own pair of luxurious Their Nibs pyjamas, a bottle of Taittinger Champagne. In the morning, you can lay in for as long as you like, you will be woken up by an indulgent breakfast in bed and guaranteed a late check out until 3pm.
And if you don’t want to leave your room, you can even receive a romantic spa treatment from the comfort of it, Royal Lancaster is in partnership with London Serenity, offering a range of deluxe treatments such as massages, facials, pedicures and more.
Prices start from £519
https://www.royallancaster.com/promotions/valentines-getaway/
Valentine’s Day at the Lanesborough
Spend a night away with your loved one on Hyde Park as you enter a sense of elegance and romanticism.
Begin your celebrations with a glass of champagne as you enter your suite, before you take yourself down to The Lanesborough Club & Spa- crowned as the best London spa at the Good Spa Awards 2023. If you are looking to treat yourself and your partner, choose from a range of their innovative treatment methods and spa therapies.
After a revitalising afternoon in the spa, enter the Lanesborough Grill where you will be presented with a five-course Valentine’s Day dinner menu by the Executive Chef, Shay Cooper and his team. Whilst being accompanied by their resident jazz trio.
Or you can book a semi-private table, dressed up with floating love stories and cascading wild roses at ‘The Love Nook’ at The Library Bar. This includes Perrier-Jouët Champagne, caviar, smoked salmon canapés, chocolate profiteroles and a dozen red roses, (additional charges apply).
After a night in your uniquely refurbished room, start your day off with an English breakfast served in your room or at the Lanesborough Grill.
Before you head home, you may want to finish your celebrations off with a Bridgeton Afternoon Tea, which is presented 14th-16th February 2025.
Prices from £1530 on Valentine’s weekend.
https://www.oetkercollection.com/hotels/the-lanesborough/valentines-day/
