14 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
Valentine’s Day is a time for romantic gestures and to help you, we have gathered 14 dates for Valentine’s Day from Original Irish Hotels.
1.
Roses are red,
The sky is blue,
Pop the champagne,
and enjoy the view...
Spoil your valentine's with all the classics; flowers, champagne and strawberries, at Parknasilla Resort & Spa you also get breathtaking views that overlook the calm waters of Kenmare Bay on the Ring of Kerry.
2.
A great date should be a walk in the park, or even better, a walk in a walled garden.
Take advantage of the beautifully restored walled garden on the estate of Lough Rynn Castle in Co. Leitrim. It has become a hugely popular spot where many couples have got engaged, only to return later to seal the deal with a fabulous castle wedding.
3.
For book loving couples,
We have found a romantic nook in the Sandhouse Hotel where you can cosy up with a good book while sneaking glances at the fantastic views of Rossnowlagh beach in Donegal....and at each other.
4.
They say time flies when you're having fun!
This may be an extravagant date idea, but it is one neither of you will forget. A helicopter ride overlooking the fantastic Connemara coastline and Delphi Lodge, the perfect romantic getaway location.
5.
Try a cooking class.
At Brooklodge & Macreddin village you can learn to make bread the old-fashioned way. Best case scenario, you have a perfect recipe for bonding time with each other. Worst case scenario, at least you will have delicious bread.
6.
Stray from the beaten track of a typical date and enjoy a cute picnic!
Relax at An Chúirt Hotel & Spa in Donegal with a picnic basket full of the essentials and toast to a great date while enjoying the view of Errigal Mountain, known for the pinkish glow in the setting sun.
7.
Treat your King or Queen to a fairytale night away in an Irish Castle Hotel.
At Ballyseede Castle visitors to the castle will tell of being royally greeted by the castles magnificent pet Irish wolfhound, Mr Higgins, the friendly service and welcoming ambience and the real sense of luxury in this boutique castle hotel.
8.
Dinner, a movie & a stay at Brooks Hotel
Experience Valentine's Day at Brooks Hotel with an exclusive screening of 'Notting Hill'. Enjoy a four-course candle lit meal for two in Francesca's with prosecco and after dinner enjoy popcorn and a movie in their private cinema.
Prices are €57.50pp. Available on the 14th & 15th of February. To make a booking contact 01 6704000.
9.
Plant roots and watch them grow...
You can give your loved one a very special gift of their own native Irish hardwood tree planted on the grounds of Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. Meet the gardener to plant your tree on the grounds, returning to the hotel to fill in a special tree register and receive your certificate.
10.
A Romantic Getaway
There are plenty of fish in the Sea, but if you already have your perfect catch then it is time to whisk them away to Garryvoe Hotel. The hotel is located by the beach, allowing for scenic views in their newly decorated bedrooms.
11.
Gauranteed to Melt you heart!
Skip dinner and go staight to dessert(s)! B's Restaurant in the Castle Hotel Macroom is offering a local, seasonal menu with complimentary bubbles on arrival for Valentine's Day.
12.
Treat your sweet to a sweet treat from the selection of desserts on offer with Afternoon Tea at Randles Hotel.
Sink into the comfortable sofas in the Drawing Room with a book or complimentary newspaper while the fire blazes away. Or enjoy the views to the Kerry Mountains while just soaking up the atmosphere of this room filled with antiques and comfortable furnishings.
13.
Relax in Robes at Screebe House
The perfect way to spoil your special someone is with a break to Galway in 2020. Located on the shores of Camus Bay, Screebe House offers peace and tranquility. Slide on your slippers, wrap up in your robe and enjoy the use of their spa facilities.
Everyone loves to be pampered!
14.
The key to you Valentines heart?
Take your partner on a spontaneous trip away. We can give you the key to a stay in Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel which rests on the shores of Lough Inagh, A perfect haven for complete rest, relaxation, and romance.
If this this doesn’t sound like the hotel for you, don't worry we have plenty more for you to choose from Click Here to see them all...
About Original Irish Hotels
Original Irish Hotels are a collection of unique, owner-run hotels, located in Ireland’s most outstanding destinations. Open the door to the magic of unmissable moments with Ireland’s leading collection of independent hotels.
Our 60 hotels are dotted around the entire island of Ireland in must-see locations, from the Wild Atlantic Way, to Ireland’s Ancient East, the Causeway Coast, Dublin and the treasured heartland of Ireland’s midlands and lakelands.
Irrespective of where our hotels are, Original Irish Hotels pride themselves in hosting a unique and truly memorable experience for our guests, and soon to be friends. The collection is made up of a range of traditional and boutique hotels, castles, manor and country houses, all run by locals, ensuring a unique experience every time.