Romantic Weekend Getaways in the United States

Imagine finding an authentic Scottish Country Inn in the heart of Hocking Hills. As unlikely as it seems, Glenlaurel offers a genuine Scottish experience ideal for a special romantic getaway.

• The inn offers a variety of accommodation options including guestrooms, suites, intimate private crofts and fabulous cottages.
• The emphasis is always on offering a luxury ambiance which will make your feel right at home.
• Amenities include a Scottish-style links golf course free for guests, spa treatments, hiking trails and exceptional cuisine served for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Romantic in-room dining and other treats can be arranged for a birthday, anniversary or other special celebration.
• Where You'll Find it: Glenlaurel, 14940 Mount Olive Rd, Rockbridge, OH 43149, 740 385 4070
• What's Nearby: Rock Bridge State Nature Preserve

The drive from Columbus takes approximately 1 hour (49.3 miles via US-33 E).

Once a private residence, The Wentworth Mansion is now a grand historic hotel nestled in the charming neighborhood in Charleston's historic district and features luxurious accommodations, deluxe amenities such as a luxury spa, and a seasonally-inspired restaurant that serves award-winning cuisine and fine wines. The Inn is also ideally located for exploring the city and is within close proximity to King Street's shops and boutiques, the famous antique district, and a vibrant nightlife.

The Wentworth Mansion features 21 luxurious guest rooms and suites, each of which enjoys a unique size and shape with distinctive architectural features and deluxe amenities. All guest rooms and suites have king-size beds in designer linens, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, whirlpool tubs, thick bathrobes and organic bath products, gas fireplaces, and modern amenities.

149 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401, Phone: (843) 853-1886

Indianapolis is a romantic getaway for art lovers, sports fans and food enthusiasts. Check into The Alexander where you will be surrounded by modern works of art commissioned exclusively for the hotel.

You'll find art in the lobby, in the hallways, and in the 157 guest rooms and 52 suites.

After a quick morning workout at the fitness center, walk to nearby museums and attraction. The restaurant at the Alexander has an amazing open kitchen that lets you observe as chefs prepare your seasonally-inspired dishes.

Plat 99, designed by the Los Angeles-based artist Jorge Pardo, is a vibrant lounge which serves hand-crafted cocktails, artisanal sandwiches and regional cheeses.

333 Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Phone: 317-624-8200

Set on 2,000 acres of beautiful woodlands in the Laurel Highlands, the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is an upscale golf resort with a casino, two championship golf courses, two luxury spas, and several elegant dining options. It's located just a few miles from the famous Fort Necessity National Battlefield. The the resort offers a variety of accommodations, ranging from two luxury hotels, a Tudor-style lodge, several two-bedroom townhouses and high-end private homes. All lodgings have whirlpool tubs, mini-fridges, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, and complimentary wireless Internet, and additional amenities include a variety of restaurants, cafés, and lounges serving different cuisines, seven bars, and a range of activities such as tennis, skiing, and paintball.

1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, PA 15437, Phone: 866-344-6957

The Palms Hotel is Fire Island's premiere resort, located less than 45 minutes from New York City along the beautiful Great South Bay. The upscale destination is known for its variety of lodging options, ranging from classic guest rooms and suites stocked with amenities such as 300-count Egyptian cotton sheets, flat screen satellite televisions, and iPod docks to four-bedroom private rental cottages offering full kitchenettes and ample living space for large groups.

You get to enjoy the island's lovely car-free environment via loaner bikes or kayaks or lounge on the hotel's private gorgeous beachfront with loaner beach chairs and umbrellas. Complimentary continental breakfast is served seasonally at the restaurant's legendary CJ's Restaurant and Bar, known as the "Home of the Rocket Fuel" for its popular signature cocktail.

Families can enjoy seasonal movies on the courtyard or send young ones off for structured daily crafts and activities led by hotel staff.

168 Cottage Walk, Ocean Beach, NY 11770, Phone: 631-583-8870

Located in the heart of the trendy Art Deco district in South Beach, Miami The National Hotel reflects the stylish sophistication of Miami’s golden glory days. The Historic Tower boasts 116 well-appointed city and ocean-view suites.

If you want to be close to the infinity pool, ask for one of the 36 cabanas and suites surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

Rooms are furnished in an elegant Art Deco style, with spacious en-suite bathrooms and deluxe amenities. Guests can relax next to two swimming pools, work out in the fitness room, and get a massage at the poolside cabana. The hotel offers direct access to the beach where sun loungers and umbrellas are available for guest use. Savor Spanish-style cuisine at Mareva 1939 for breakfast and dinner, or grab a drink or a bite to eat at Aqua Grill, Bar 1939 and Martini Bar.

1677 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Phone: 305-532-2311

Set in one of the world’s best wildlife sanctuaries in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Custer State Park Resorts features a collection of rustic log cabins and affordable forest lodges that provide a true American wildlife experience. Blue Bell Lodge is one the resort’s most beautiful retreats, offering 29 cozy log cabins dotted around the woods. Climate-controlled and fully furnished with kitchenettes and fireplaces, modern amenities such as flat screen TVs create a comfy home-away-from-home. The restaurants offer delicious cuisine from elegant fine dining at the State Game Lodge Restaurant to hearty ranch fare at the Blue Bell Lodge and family-friendly, home-style cooking at the Legion Lake Restaurant. Enjoy a barbeque under the stars in your own fire-pit outside your cabin. Hit the saddle for a trail ride through the park, take a wild buffalo safari or enjoy the ever-popular Blue Bell tradition of an old-fashioned hayride into the mountains for a chuck wagon feast. If you are looking for cheap romantic getaways, the cabins at Blue Bell Lodge are quite affordable.

25453 SD-87, Custer, SD 57730, Phone: (605) 255-4531

At The Nines Hotel in Portland, contemporary art is incorporated into the design of the hotel. You will be able to browse a beautiful art collection by local artists while staying at this unique property. If you are looking for couples vacation ideas in Portland, the hotel is centrally located next to Pioneer Square and the business district.

You can work out at the 24-hour fitness facility and order in-room massage treatments. Use the eco-friendly MAX light Rail to explore Portland's beautiful gardens, museums and unique neighborhoods. Ask the concierge for recommendations if this is your first trip to Portland. The concierge can also arrange trips like wine country tours and hiking in the nearby mountains. Have a romantic dinner at Departure restaurant serving Asian-inspired dishes or at Urban Farmer which offers delicious steaks.

525 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR 97204, 877-229-9995

Nestled among the magnificent Rincon Mountains and surrounded by endless acres of Tucson’s most breathtaking desert landscapes, Tanque Verde Ranch Resort is one of America’s old time cattle ranches and guest ranches.

Well-appointed guest accommodations at the ranch range from sprawling haciendas and comfortable casitas to stylish salas, all of which offer incredible scenic views of the surrounding desert and mountains.

Traditional adobe design complements the surrounding natural beauty, while each abode is tastefully decorated in a classic southwestern style to reflect the spirit of the Old West, with modern amenities for absolute comfort.

Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure with a range of excellent ranch-style fare. The ranch dining rooms serves three gourmet meals every day, as well as several specialty-dining events each week, such as Mexican Fiesta Night, and the Cottonwood Grove Ranch Barbeque. Experience an abundance of activities for all ages, from guided hiking and biking, horseback riding, swimming, and fishing.

There are tennis and basketball courts to enjoy, as well as an exclusive spa where you can relax and rejuvenate with pampering treatments, massages and a whirlpool soak.

14301 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85748, 520-296-6275

Nestled in the magnificent Allegheny National Forest in northwestern Pennsylvania, The Lodge at Glendorn will transport you back in time. Surrounded by trout-filled brooks and dense redwood forests, this luxurious lodge is a tranquil and secluded retreat.

Choose from deluxe suites in the Big House, dating back to 1929, or cozy log cabins in the forest, each with its own unique history.

All rooms and cabins have wood-burning fireplaces and boast imported linens, towels and deluxe Aveda bath products.

Forest cabins have outdoor campfires and furniture, perfect for relaxing outdoors on your romantic trip. Enjoy freshly prepared breakfast every morning, the use of a heated swimming pool in season, a tennis court with complimentary racquets and on-site fly-fishing in one of three trout-filled ponds and mountain streams. Bondieu Lake is ideal for kayaking, canoeing and paddle-boating. There are miles of excellent trails for hiking and mountain biking around the lodge in the summer, and snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter.

1000 Glendorn Dr, Bradford, PA 16701, 814-362-6511