Romantic Getaways

Book a stay at a historic property or romantic resort
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Historic Park Inn Hotel, Mason City
The last remaining hotel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright; reopened in 2011 after extensive renovation.
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Hotel Pattee, Perry
Features 40 decorated and themed rooms, including the Louis Armstrong suite, and a two-lane bowling alley.
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Hotel Blackhawk, Davenport
Hotel for the history buff - previous guests include Cary Grant, Herbert Hoover, Richard Nixon and Jack Dempsey. One of Midwest Living's 50 Most Romantic Midwest Getaways
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Hotel Greenfield, Greenfield
Small town charm in this restored 1920 property just off the town square.
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Squirrel's Nest Bed & Breakfast, Burlington
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Chestnut Charm Bed & Breakfast, Atlantic
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Suites of 800 Locust, Des Moines
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Hotel Winneshiek, Decorah
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Hotel Julien, Dubuque One of Midwest Living's 50 Most Romantic Midwest Getaways
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Blackhawk Hotel, Cedar Falls
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Honey Creek Resort, Moravia
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Isle Casino Hotel, Waterloo
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Harrah's Casino & Hotel, Council Bluffs
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Ameristar Casino Hotel, Council Bluffs
Make it a date night by taking in a Valentine's Day event
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Valentine Dinner Trains, Boone
Enjoy elegant dining on a two-hour ride through the Des Moines River valley.
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Couples & Canvas, Cedar Rapids
Couples are guided through the process of creating a masterpiece.
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Vino d'Amore Valentine's Dinner at Sugar Clay Winery, Thurman
Romantic three-course dinner paired with Iowa-made Sugar Clay wines.
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Valentine's Dinner for Two at Santa Maria Winery, Carroll
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"This Little Thing Called Love" History of Valentine's Day Tea Party at the Grout Museum, Waterloo
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"The Last Five Years" at the Des Moines Social Club, Des Moines
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Valentine's Day Party at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid
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Valentine's Ball at Summerset Winery, Indianola
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Quad City Symphony at the Hotel Blackhawk, Davenport
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Smooth Jazz Valentine's Concert at the River Music Experience, Davenport
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All-Beethoven Dubuque Symphony Orchestra, Dubuque
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Orchid Fest at Reiman Gardens, Ames
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"As You Like It" at Luther College, Decorah
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Four-Course Valentine's Dinner at Brick Arch Winery, West Branch
Fine dining in romantic restaurants
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Galleria de Paco, Waterloo
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Luciano's, Sioux City
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360 Steakhouse, Council Bluffs
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Regatta Grille, Storm Lake
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Speakeasy Inn, Spillville
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Cibo Fusion, Cedar Rapids
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Zins Restaurant, Cedar Rapids
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Candlelight Inn, Clinton
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Rastrelli's Restaurant, Clinton
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Cafe di Scala, Des Moines
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Christopher's, Des Moines
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Fleming's, Des Moines
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Mezzodi's, Des Moines
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Sbrocco, Des Moines
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Splash, Des Moines
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Trostel's Dish, Des Moines
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Trostel's Greenbriar, Des Moines
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Caroline's, Dubuque
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Champagne at the Mystique Casino, Dubuque
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L. May Eatery, Dubuque
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Pepper Sprout, Dubuque
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Star Restaurant, Dubuque
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Woodfire Grille at the Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque
Valentine's Day on a budget
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Carriage House Bed & Breakfast, Grinnell
$210 plus tax, includes overnight stay, dinner, dessert and candlelight breakfast.
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The Inn at Battle Creek, Battle Creek
$99 plus tax, includes overnight stay, champagne and breakfast.
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Wild Rose Casino and Resort, Clinton
$129 plus tax, includes overnight stay, champagne, chocolates, $20 dinner voucher and breakfast.
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Spaulding Inn Bed & Breakfast, Grinnell
10% off gift certificates for reservations throughout 2013.
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Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Des Moines
$179 plus tax, includes overnight stay, drinks, champagne, $20 food/beverage credit, late checkout, $10 movie credit.
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Best Western PLUS Longbranch Hotel, Cedar Rapids
$169.99 plus tax & gratuity, includes overnight stay and five-course dinner.
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Chase Suite Hotel, Des Moines
$159 plus tax, includes overnight stay, champagne, $25 gift card for dinner, and breakfast.
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Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West, Clive
$114-$154 plus tax, includes overnight stay, wine, souvenir glasses, breakfast and late checkout.
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Hampton Inn, West Des Moines
$119-$154 plus tax, includes overnight stay, wine, souvenir glasses, breakfast and late checkout.
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Hotel Pattee, Perry
$199-$325 plus tax, includes overnight stay, dinner, breakfast and free bowling.
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Brooklynn Inn, Marquette
$190 plus tax, includes overnight stay, massage and facial.
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Park Farm Winery, Bankston
$45; includes wine, pizza, and a heart-shaped cake.
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King's Pointe Resort, Storm Lake
$169-$249 plus tax, includes one- or two-night stay with champagne, chocolates, dinner, drinks, and breakfast in bed.