5 Great Hawaii Romantic Vacations
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We've done some research, talked to other couples, and selected a special romantic spot on each of the 5 Hawaiian islands. Included are a few extra tips on romantic Hawaii restaurants, dinner cruises and other activities for couples.
The word in Hawaiian is "Luana" and it means "contentment, happy"... 1. Big Island of Hawaii Romantic Vacations in Volcano National ParkHow about a romantic getaway on the Big Island of Hawaii next to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park? Exploring the volcanic lava flows would be a fantastic experience, along with hiking the many trails and even relaxing on the black-sand volcanic beaches! After hours, snuggle up in the cozy Bamboo Orchid Cottage B&B.Away from the lava and fire, you'll find 2 of the most romantic restaurants on the Big Island of Hawaii at:
2. A Small Romantic Hotel in Maui
Instead of a huge luxury resort, enjoy your next romantic getaway in Maui at a smaller, more intimate location. The Hotel Hana Maui at Hana beach is a smaller, 66 room resort with bungalow-style Maui cottages with private lanai spa tubs. It's a rather winding drive along the coast to this part of Maui, but well worth it.
In the evening, for the best Maui dinner cruise and most romantic sail on the Pacific, the Maui Princess Dinner Cruise departs Lahaina Harbor for an evening of cocktails, fine dining and dancing on Maui's "largest floating dancefloor" (877-500-6284).
3. Molokai - A Secluded Resort on a Secluded IslandThe Lodge at Molokai Ranch is a romantic escape set in a secluded 65,000 acre reserve overlooking the Pacific Ocean 1000 feet below. Only 22 luxury rooms here ensures privacy and relaxation. The resort has romantic dining, wedding and vow-renewal packages, and can organize activities like kayaking, whale-watching, horseback riding and more.
Fun things to do on Molokai would include:
4. Kauai Romantic Getaways in a Bed and Breakfast
Oceanfront Poipu is one of the best places on Kauai for relaxing in the sun and sand, and that's where you'll find
Gloria's Spouting Horn Bed and Breakfast
. It's a 4 star luxury ocean front B&B loaded with romantic features like four-poster beds, soaker tubs, and an oceanfront swimming pool with hammocks between the coconut trees.
For some romantic Kauai restaurants, try:
5. A Quiet Resort in Waikiki, Oahu
Tired of the same old Waikiki hotels and crowds? If you follow the beach a little further south towards Diamond Head, you'll come to the beautiful and quiet Sans Souci Beach (they call this the "Gold Coast" of Waikiki), home of the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. This small but romantic Waikiki hotel has gorgeous oceanview rooms, fine dining in several restaurants, lots of activities available and is close to the trails and hiking in Kapiolani Park.
Most Romantic Restaurant in Waikiki: Several possibilities - You can stay right at the Kaimana Beach Hotel and dine at the open-Air Hau Tree Lanai, a very romantic beachside restaurant with excellent Pacific Rim dishes in a charming setting.
Or, if you'd like to get above the crowds, here's 3 romantic Waikiki restaurants perched at the top of luxury hotels - good food, fine wine, and outstanding views of Diamond Head and sunsets over the Pacific:
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