January 27, 2022 — Love is in the air! Shelves are stocked with heart shaped boxes, floral shops are cranking out bountiful bouquets, and restaurants are gearing up for weekend-long service filled with two-tops enjoying artfully prepared multi-course meals. This Valentine’s Day, take a more relaxed and unique approach to the lover’s holiday by planning a road trip or weekend getaway with your better half.
From New Hope to Philadelphia, two of Pennsylvania’s landmark locations for sightseeing, culinary finds, and hidden historical gems welcomes lovebirds near and far to experience a romantic riverside stay at Ghost Light Inn or Carriage House of New Hope in Bucks County, and an exclusive Valentine’s-themed overnight stay at the upscale, contemporary Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, both destinations easily accessible from Philadelphia, NYC, Boston, and beyond.
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Ghost Light Inn, a 12-room boutique hotel with unparalleled views of the Delaware River, in the heart of New Hope, Pennsylvania, one of the most beautiful artsy small towns in America, is the premier destination for a romantic, quaint weekend stay with one’s Valentine. Located a 50 minute drive from Philadelphia, PA and an hour and a half from New York City, New Hope offers city dwellers a tranquil and rejuvenating retreat from the hustle and bustle.
Guests can book a one or two-night stay at Ghost Light Inn or adjacent sister hotel Carriage House of New Hope, the historic three-room bed and breakfast style inn, and experience the recently-launched Romantic Indulgence Package, available year-round at both locations, Wednesday through Sunday. For $390 (in addition to the standard room rate), the intimate getaway includes accommodations in one of the luxury suites, complete with a bottle of chilled Veuve Clicquot upon arrival, a gourmet, locally-sourced charcuterie board served in-room, one stunning bouquet of red roses, chocolate covered strawberries, breakfast pastries, rose petals throughout the suite, and a $150 gift card for Stella of New Hope, Ghost Light Inn’s in-house restaurant and bar overlooking the riverfront.
To book the Romantic Indulgence Package, or for more information about Ghost Light Inn and to inquire about availability, click here.
50 S Main Street, New Hope, PA | 267.240.7131 | www.ghostlightinn.com
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Located in historic Philadelphia, PA, Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, the newly-launched upscale lifestyle hotel nestled in bustling Rittenhouse Square, offers couples a lavish and sweet getaway with the Chocolate Suite ($1,400/night), sure to impress even the elite chocolate connoisseur. Guests will luxuriate in a corner suite boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and plush king size bed, complete with locally-sourced chocolate truffles, a variety of decadent desserts, and of course, no Valentine’s Day is complete withoutfreshly-made chocolate covered strawberries. A bottle of Champagne will be available to toast the occasion and guests can swoon over a beautifully crafted Lagos Heart of Philadelphia Necklace displayed in the center of a painted chocolate heart.
The romantic weekend getaway or staycation includes dinner for two available for dine-in at the brand-new Patchwork Restaurant located on the 2nd floor of the Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia. Opt for the deluxe, multi-course menu ($60/person) and enjoy elevated entrées offerings such as Dayboat Scallop À La Plancha with endive marmalade, blood orange, and pistachios, Dry Aged Strip Steak with pomme purée and whiskey au poivre, and Butternut Squash Risotto with sautéed Swiss chard and brown butter nage. Lastly, guests can enjoy a delightful brunch served in the restaurant the following morning.
The Valentine Chocolate Suite Package is offered Friday, February 11 and Saturday, February 12, and is subject to availability. To reserve a room stay, contact Daniel Briones, Director of Sales & Marketing at Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, via e-mail at daniel.briones@hyatt.com.
For more information about Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia and to inquirer about availability, click here.
1620 Chancellor Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215.985.1234 | www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/pennsylvania/hyatt-centric-center-city-philadelphia/phlct
-Nicole Schofield