Romantic Weekend Getaways in Mississippi

Top Mississippi vacation ideas include unique hotels, inns and B&Bs where you can relax and rejuvenate on your weekend trip.

Mississippi has a way of surprising you with its softness. From shaded porches in Natchez to starlit evenings along the Gulf, the state knows how to slow down time in the best way. It’s where history meets hospitality, and where couples can rediscover the quiet joy of simply being together. I remember thinking, “This isn’t flashy romance...it’s deep, steady, and soulful.” Whether it was a quiet breakfast in a Victorian inn or a lazy afternoon by the beach, Mississippi gave us space to reconnect and breathe.

Best Romantic Weekend Getaways in Mississippi:

Timeless Romance at Monmouth Historic Inn

We drove down the Natchez Trace Parkway, about three hours from Jackson, Mississippi. The drive itself set the tone, quiet, green, and timeless. By the time we pulled through the gates of Monmouth Historic Inn, the world felt slowed down, as if the past had pressed pause on the present.

My goal was clear: step into history, walk the gardens, enjoy Southern hospitality, and spend the night in one of the grand rooms. Natchez was a city full of stories, and Monmouth was one of its most elegant storytellers.

“This place feels like a novel waiting to be read,” I thought as I walked through the columns of the main house. Chandeliers glimmered above me, portraits lined the walls, and the scent of magnolia drifted in through the open windows. Outside, gravel paths curved through blooming gardens where fountains bubbled quietly.

Where We Ate: Dinner at 1818 Restaurant inside the inn felt like dining in a period drama. I ordered seared duck breast with sweet potato purée, rich and tender, followed by bread pudding that carried warm notes of caramel and vanilla. The dining room’s candlelight made the flavors linger even longer. Breakfast the next morning was just as memorable, including biscuits, sausage, and strong Southern coffee filling the air with comfort.

A downside? The elegance came with a slower pace. Dinner service stretched long, and if you have restless children, patience may be tested. But for adults, it was part of the charm.

Charming Comfort at The Devereaux Shields House

“This is what Southern gentleness feels like,” I thought, as I set my bag down in a guest room at The Devereaux Shields House filled with antiques and soft light. The innkeepers greeted us warmly, sharing stories about the home and offering suggestions for the evening.

Where We Ate: Dinner was at Magnolia Grill, perched on the bluff overlooking the river. I ordered catfish topped with crawfish étouffée, rich and full of spice, followed by a slice of lemon icebox pie that cooled the warm evening perfectly. The view of the Mississippi at sunset was as memorable as the food.

A downside? Being in a historic home meant thinner walls. At night I could hear footsteps in the hallway and the occasional creak of the old house. It added to the charm for me, but light sleepers may prefer one of the cottage-style rooms.

Coastal Calm at The Bay Town Inn

We drove along the Gulf Coast, about an hour from New Orleans, watching the bridges stretch across open water until we reached Bay St. Louis. The town felt airy and coastal, with pastel buildings, art shops, and the steady scent of salt in the air. The Bay Town Inn Bed & Breakfast sat just across from the beach.

The plan was simple: check into the inn, walk the beach, enjoy a slow meal nearby, and let the calm of this coastal town do its work. Bay St. Louis carried both a playful and restful rhythm, the kind that comes when a town has rebuilt itself with resilience and heart.

Check-in was warm and easy. The beach was only a few minutes away, its sand soft beneath my feet, the air salted and bright. “This feels like a secret worth keeping,” I thought as I sat on the inn’s porch later, watching the sky fade into evening hues. The pool shimmered quietly behind me. The Gulf stretched wide just across the street.

Where We Ate: We walked over to The Blind Tiger, a lively waterfront restaurant. I ordered fish tacos topped with fresh slaw and a side of hush puppies. The tacos were zesty and tender, while the hush puppies carried a warm, cornbread sweetness. A slice of key lime pie ended the meal with bright citrus, balancing the Gulf air perfectly.

A downside? Being right across from the beach meant traffic could get noisy at times.

We took our time exploring Old Town. Boutiques spilled over with antiques and handmade jewelry. Murals splashed color onto quiet brick walls. We paused at the Alice Moseley Folk Art Museum, a small gem tucked inside the depot. Her whimsical paintings told stories of resilience and humor, reminding me of the town itself.

Refined Romance at The Fairview Inn

We drove a short distance from the airport into Jackson, Mississippi, winding through shaded neighborhoods until we reached a grand white mansion tucked into quiet gardens. The Fairview Inn stood there with its wide porch and tall columns, a Southern home turned into a retreat. Pulling into the driveway felt less like arriving at a hotel and more like being welcomed into history.

Check-in was unhurried, and our room carried high ceilings, antique furnishings, and soft light filtering through lace curtains.

After settling in, we stepped out to explore. The Mississippi Museum of Art ($15 Adult admission, $10 kids) was just a few minutes away, its galleries filled with regional works that told stories of the Delta and beyond. “Jackson has more layers than I expected,” I thought as I paused in front of a vibrant canvas, colors spilling like music across the frame.

Back at the inn, the gardens stretched green and quiet, perfect for a late-afternoon stroll, a true local gem. In the evening, we slipped into 1908 Provisions, the restaurant tucked inside the inn. Dinner was seared scallops with a buttery citrus glaze, bright and delicate. Candlelight flickered across the white tablecloth, the air carrying a soft murmur of conversation. Afterward, we stopped by the Library Lounge, a cozy bar lined with bookshelves, where locals and travelers mingled beneath portraits of authors and politicians.

Night came quietly at the Fairview. I sat for a moment on the porch, watching fireflies spark in the garden, and thought about how easily this inn tied together the city’s energy and its gentleness.

Willowdale Farm: Stillness and Story in Mississippi

“It felt like the kind of place where time folds in on itself, quiet, generous, unhurried.” We stayed overnight at Willowdale Farm, in the private Barn Loft. Nestled on 33 acres just outside Oxford, the loft felt like a hidden retreat tucked between pasture and pine.

Breakfast was quietly thoughtful, fruit, muffins, juice, and coffee waiting in the kitchen for whenever morning found us.

Our room was upstairs in the barn, with sloped ceilings and a screened porch that opened to views of the fields. Horses grazed nearby, and we sat in rocking chairs as the wind moved slowly through the trees. No one asked us to hurry. The porch, the quiet, the light through the pines, it all just gave us permission to rest.

Playful and Glamorous getaway at the Golden Nugget Biloxi

We drove along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, about an hour and a half east of New Orleans, the road hugging the shoreline until Biloxi’s casinos rose on the horizon. The Golden Nugget Biloxi stood tall by the water, its gold-tinted windows flashing in the sun. Pulling into the entrance, I felt the mix of resort ease and Gulf Coast breeziness that set the tone for our stay.

Check-in was smooth. Our room overlooked the marina, boats rocking quietly below. The scent of salt air drifted in when I cracked the balcony door. “This feels like two vacations in one,” I thought, part coastal retreat, part lively casino energy.

We started the morning poolside. The rooftop pool glittered, framed by palms, and my son splashed while I stretched out with the sea wind brushing past. By late morning we wandered down to the marina, watching fishermen unload their catch and pelicans swoop low, chasing scraps. A short drive took us to the Biloxi Lighthouse, its white tower standing resilient against the Gulf, a reminder of storms weathered and passed.

Lunch was back at the resort at Morton’s The Steakhouse. I ordered Gulf shrimp cocktail, plump, chilled, and sweet, followed by a ribeye that came seared and sizzling, rich with butter and garlic. Dessert was a simple slice of cheesecake, smooth and brightened with berries.

The afternoon was spent in the arcade and strolling the Biloxi waterfront. At sunset, we returned to the resort’s deck, where the sky turned copper and rose over the Gulf. The water glowed, boats slipped out for evening runs, and music drifted up from the casino floor. Later, after dinner, we tried our luck at the slots, laughter and bells ringing around us, before ending the night back on the balcony with the Gulf breeze soft against the glass.

A downside? Being a popular casino resort meant noise carried late into the night. Even from our room, I could hear faint music and voices from the floor below. It didn’t bother me, but light sleepers might want to request a higher floor.

Conclusion

Romance in Mississippi isn’t about doing, it’s about feeling. From the moment you check into a historic inn or walk hand in hand through a coastal town, there’s a sense that this place was made for lingering. Whether you’re sipping wine on a balcony in Bay St. Louis or playing a hand of cards in Biloxi, the warmth of the state stays with you. For couples looking to slow down, soak in charm, and savor each other’s company, Mississippi makes it easy to fall in love all over again.

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