This year Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday so you have the whole weekend to celebrate your love. From those who require a bit of glamour to get in the mood, to weekend road trip adventurers, follow our guide and curate your perfect Valentine’s Day according to your personality.
RoadTrippers Who Enjoy Getting Out Of The City For One-of-a-kind Experiences, These Spots Are For You.
Upstate New York offers a lot of romantic getaways, but one of the most enticing renovations has to be Troutbeck. The historic property (Ernest Hemingway and Theodore Roosevelt were guests here) has been a home to poets and romantics for years, and now you can enjoy its splendor in style. From snuggling in bed with in-room dining, to getting active with skiing, booking your stay here means you can make the experience your own. With a calendar filled with activities and things to do and see, this country getaway is anything but boring. The special 250 acre property includes a spa, restaurant, and spacious accommodations that offer plenty of privacy. Booking a weekend getaway at Troubeck will surely be a bonding and relaxing experience, one that will bring you closer together.
Troutbeck, 515 Leedsville Road, Amenia
Sometimes celebrating love means getting some distance between you and the city, but not having to rent a car. For a nearby experience that feels out-of-this-world, consider the TWA Hotel at the JFK Airport. The famous nostalgia hotel has created a chalet pop-up that transports you into the 1960s. The cozy après ski pup-up can be located at The Pool Bar. The cozy set-up allows you to relax with aviation-themed cocktails and soak in their outdoor pool, which the hotel turned into a steamy “pool-cuzzi.” One of the coolest perks of visiting the TWA hotel is getting to see jets take off and land on the tarmac below the rooftop pool. The Runway Chalet is open to hotel guests and visitors alike. Spending your Valentine’s Day here will ensure you get interesting photos to look back on in the future.
TWA Hotel, at JFK Airport, 1 Idlewild Dr, Queens
When Your Personality Sparkles Best In A Glamorous Room With An Expensive Cocktail In Hand, These Spots Are For You.
The Lowell Hotel is well-known for its exclusive and romantic atmosphere, spending your Valentine’s Day here guarantees you are in for an elegant experience. For a day date, opt for their coveted Lily of The Valley high tea, served Dior style. This is no ordinary high tea. From the cloth napkins with lily of the valley motifs, to cookies in shapes of dior designs, your experience will be a memorable one. Bring someone who loves fashion and enjoys dressing up. If cocktails are more your speed, visit the hotel’s Moroccan-style bar, Jacques, where you can enjoy a quiet conversation with cocktails and a pretty extensive food menu. We had one of our most memorable dishes here, the Risotto du Jour. No matter your experience, this hotel is a romantic destination with a reputation for meticulous service.
The Lowell Hotel, 28 E 63rd St (betw Park/Madison Ave) Upper East Side
The Baccarat Hotel is a glamorous haven worthy of your sparkling Valentine’s Day plans. Their gorgeous bar interior glimmers with chandeliers, reflective glass tables, diamond checkered flooring and the walls are covered with art. Cocktails are served in Baccarat glassware, and if it is your first time visiting, we recommend ordering their signature Rouge cocktail. The special cocktail is garnished with a delicious Hibiscus Fruit and is unlike anything else we tasted. Our second favorite cocktail is the Old Fashioned, served with cotton candy. Drinks are poured tableside with extra flair. For small bites we recommend the olives and a charcuterie board, which comes with the most tasty pickled vegetables. For a more elaborate evening at the Baccarat, take things a step further by booking the hotel’s four-course Couples Date Night Dinner – Dîner de St. Valentin. The hotel’s famous Grand Salon certainly knows how to set the stage for romantic dining. TheValentine’s Day dinner has four courses by Executive Chef’s Ashfer Biju, and is complemented by champagne and hand-crafted cocktails served in the hotel’s elegant crystal. Your Valentine will be wowed!
Baccarat Hotel, 28 W 53rd St (betw 5/6th Ave) Midtown
Artsy Types That Refuse To Travel Above 14th Street, These Spots Are For You.
Figaro Café used to be New York City’s famous beatnik hangout. Although it has been renovated, the downtown crowd still agrees that it is a great place to linger over a cocktail. This part of the city is where you can come experience some of that old New York charm. The bar and restaurant is holding a couple of events for both Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day, because single people need a celebration of their own. On February 13th you can come here for a chic girls night out for specialty martinis, bites of food and a live DJ. On February 14th they are offering a prix-fixe menu ($69/person) that comes with a complimentary glass of bubbly. Lastly, if Valentine’s Day Weekend Brunch is more your speed, you will get to enjoy $10 Brunch Cocktails (including Mimosas & Bellinis), and a live DJ. For more information and menu, visit the Figaro Cafe’s website and book your reservation on Resy.
Figaro Cafe, 184 Bleecker St (corner of MacDougal St), West Village
Enchant your love with a mystical experience that involves a magic show and specialty cocktails at a whisky distillery. The Great Jones Distillery is offering you an evening that features three magicians, all with unique and distinctive styles, a whisky tasting and cocktails. The mind bending illusions can help you ignite a spark and help you bond as you sip on drinks from Manhattan’s first whisky distillery since Prohibition. When you book tickets to “Magic: Distilled Love Potion,” you will get to enjoy their Art Deco lounge, a complimentary whiskey tasting, the performance and two drinks from our select menu of cocktails, wine and beer. The event has two performances: 7:00 – 8:30 pm and 9:00 – 10:30 pm. The stylish space is a must-see in person. This is the kind of fun Valentine’s day you will surely remember and talk about for years to come.
Great Jones Distillery, 686 Broadway (betw 3/4th St) NoHo
