Romantic san diego getaways

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Couples could easily spend half a dozen separate weekends exploring romantic getaways in San Diego. Whether you want to stroll cobblestone streets, savor seafood in a waterfront restaurant, or explore chic art galleries, you can find all sorts of romantic getaway destinations in this Californian city.

1. Mission Bay

   • Many couples vacationing in San Diego are looking for a place to put their feet up and relax on the beach. One popular area for a romantic beach getaway is Mission Bay. Close to many of San Diego's main attractions -- SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, Sunset Park -- Mission Bay offers waterfront and beachfront accommodation. Here you can waterski, parasail, hike, bike or try out the area's local restaurants.

     A romantic place to stay is The Dana Hotel, a waterfront property just one mile from the beach. The hotel has two pools, two spas and a private marina. You can enjoy a three-course meal in the hotel's contemporary waterfront restaurant, Firefly, or go for something more casual at Blue Pearl. Many rooms and suites have bay views, and the hotel also has a full-size ballroom with 18-glass walls for hosting events like weddings or anniversaries.

     The Dana on Mission Point
     

     1710 West Mission Bay Drive
     

     San Diego, CA 92109
     

     800-445-3339
     

     thedana.com

     If you're looking for a more exclusive beach locale, try Coronado Island or La Jolla.

   Balboa Park

   • Couples looking to dive into San Diego's arts and culture scene can stay in Balboa Park, home to over 15 museums and 9 theaters. Catch a late night show, dine at streetside cafes, or check out local art galleries. From Balboa Park, you can also easily reach the historic Gaslamp Quarter. In this area, look for a romantic bed and breakfast or guest house.

     One such place is Balba Park Inn, a bed and breakfast with 26 rooms and suites. Each room has unique decor based around a theme such as "Paris in the 30s" or "The Jungle Nook." Rooms feature romantic touches like canopy beds, Jacuzzi tubs and private balconies. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace.

     Balboa Park Inn
     

     3402 Park Blvd
     

     San Diego, CA 92103
     

     619-298-0823
     

     balboaparkinn.com

   Historic Old Town San Diego

   • San Diego's "Old Town" is the site of the first Spanish settlement in the area. Here you can admire 18th- and 19th-century architecture, look for bargains on Mexican-style pottery, or meander through museums and stroll on cobblestone streets. One of the main attractions is Heritage Park, a seven-acre historic park which houses old Victorian mansions and spacious gardens. A romantic place to stay in Old Town is in one of the historic houses in Heritage Park. The Heritage Park Inn was built in 1889 and has interesting architectural features like a corner turret and a wraparound deck. Guests at the inn enjoy a homemade gourmet breakfast, free wireless Internet, off street parking and afternoon tea. The rooms are done up with period decor and have amenities like featherbeds and clawfoot bath tubs.

     Heritage Park Inn
     

     2470 Heritage Park Row
     

     San Diego, A 92110
     

     800-995-2470
     

     heritageparkinn.com

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