When you’re looking for a beautiful place to leave your worries far behind, Sun Valley, Idaho is always the right choice. When you’re someone who loves the great outdoors in every season, and simply can’t wait to pair those adventures with exceptional flavors, in-town fun, and relaxation as well, Sun Valley truly has the best of it all waiting for you on arrival. It’s also a picture-perfect place to find yourself when you’re looking to spoil your loved one on Valentine’s Day! From its charming downtown streets to stroll, to its candlelit eateries boasting beautiful mountain views, you might just find that your first Valentine’s Day in Sun Valley is one that inevitably brings you back time and again with good reason.
Dine in Exceptionally Romantic Style
Sun Valley is always brimming over with fantastic restaurants to enjoy no matter what time of year you happen to arrive, but when it’s Valentine’s Day and you’re looking for a place to savor a meal that’s exceptionally romantic, there are a few stops you won’t want to overlook. Among them is The Grill at Knob Hill which is open for dinner each evening starting at 5:30 pm and is loved for its cozy aesthetic and Rocky Mountain-inspired menu too. Once you get settled in at a table, you can take time to browse the list of small plate options to start things off on a delicious note. Whether you go with the calamari or the escargot, your tastebuds are in for a treat. Moving onto entrée options like Chairman’s Reserve prime rib, rack of lamb, filet mignon or Wienerschnitzel only makes the meal even more inviting. Of course, ending things on a sweet note on Valentine’s Day is a must, so you’re sure to be delighted with dessert options like key lime pie, Sun Valley ice cream, and vanilla bean crème brulee on the menu at The Grill at Knob Hill.
The Roundhouse is another terrific option for an evening out in Sun Valley when you want to treat your loved one to a romantic setting with the most mouthwatering selections around. The Roundhouse has been serving up delightful dishes in style in the area since 1939 and is loved for its prime placement on the top of Bald Mountain. You’ll take the gondola to reach the restaurant, which is a fun experience on its own, but once you arrive, you’re in for even more amazing moments ahead. There’s a four-sided fireplace on-site to keep things cozy as you dine on New American Cuisine and sip the night away while enjoying views out over the mountains from an elevation point of 7,700 feet up.
If you’re more in the mood to grab a glass of wine together during your Valentine’s Day in Sun Valley, the Duchin Lounge is an incredible addition to your itinerary. This popular bar has earned its reputation for excellence around its robust wine list and in the evenings, you can pair your red, white, or sparkling selection with live musical entertainment too.
Book a Personalized Spa Session
For the couple heading to Sun Valley looking to kick back and relax in style, The Spa at the Sun Valley Resort is a must-visit! This beautiful and inviting oasis of restoration is the perfect place to book a day of signature treatments with a guarantee of looking and feeling your absolute best when you depart. The Spa is open from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm daily making it a convenient add-on to even the busiest of Valentine’s Day agendas. Here, you can book everything from massage therapy and skincare services like facials and wraps to nail care, aromatherapy, and acupuncture too. They also offer salon services on-site as well as compression therapy and infrared heat therapy sessions upon request.
Adventure Together on Valentine’s Day in Sun Valley
If you’re a couple that connects best over outdoor adventures and you have a shared passion for thrills in nature, there’s no shortage of options for fun to add to your itinerary in Sun Valley over Valentine’s Day. February is a great time of year to make the most of downhill fun at the local ski resort and whether you’re exclusively a couple that skis, or you take time to dabble in snowboarding too, you’ll find trails and runs to try that are perfectly fit for all skill levels. Taking your adrenaline-pumping moments to the next level of excellence is a breeze when you partner with the team over at Sun Valley Heli Ski during your Valentine’s Day in Sun Valley. This company can get you to the most breathtaking runs in the backcountry and you’ll be dropped right onto starting points from a helicopter to get where you’re going! Afterward, consider slowing things down hand-in-hand with a visit to the Sun Valley outdoor ice rink this time of year where you can work on your balance for a while and share a hot cup of cocoa together under the stars rink-side as well.
Book a Luxury Retreat for Two
Enjoy a romantic retreat to Sun Valley in style and comfort this year when you book your luxurious vacation accommodations through Abode Sun Valley. Reach out today to learn more about our beautiful and inviting Valentine’s Day rentals that are designed to inspire starting the very moment you arrive.
