If you’re long overdue for a romantic getaway, a couple’s escape to Missouri is just what you need.
Stay in a bed-and-breakfast and let someone cater your morning meals. Check into an upscale resort and connect over dinner, drinks and a couple’s massage. Find a neighborhood with a guesthouse and stroll hand-in-hand to restaurants and shops as you enjoy time together.
Whatever you choose, Missouri’s destinations will have you and your partner saying, “You’re the apple of my eye … Home is wherever I’m with you” (“Home,” Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros).
Romantic Resorts
Camden on the Lake Resort and Yacht Club, Lake Ozark
For beautiful views of another lake, check out Camden on the Lake Resort, Spa, and Yacht Club at Lake of the Ozarks. Stay in one of the luxury suites and enjoy modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and surround sound. Additional resort activities include scheduled live music, a swim up bar, and two deliciously different restaurants. Moreover, the Yacht Club (which is also for resort guests) includes a fitness center, two hot tubs, a swim up bar and a movie theater.
Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa, Branson
Step into Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa, an iconic, AAA 4-Diamond resort at Table Rock Lake. Accommodations have elevated amenities and are outfitted in French country furnishings and warm wood accents. The 14,000-square-foot full-service spa boasts striking outdoor Roman bath with a waterfall and a massive Swarovski crystal chandelier, helping set the scene for a luxe spa experience. Feeling adventurous? Take the complimentary shuttle to the Chateau Marina and pick from an array of water sports available. Arrange your activity from the private dock while the knowledgeable staff get you set up for a thrilling experience! For additional recommendations of couple’s activities in Branson, take a look at this article.
Secluded Stays
Enchanted Forest Treehouse, Union
Located about an hour west of St. Louis, you’ll find a real-life fairytale treehouse. Enchanted Forest Treehouse in Union is a whimsical retreat surrounded by gardens and a lush forest. The spacious treehouse has a comfortable bedroom, living area, an underwater-themed bathroom accessible by a secret door, a kitchenette, a two-person soaking tub and hot tub. Customize your stay and book one of their packages, one of which includes a fresh, hot breakfast delivered to your door.
Innsbrook Resort, Innsbrook
With a variety of accommodations and local activities, your stay at Innsbrook Resort will be nothing short of relaxing and memorable. The rental properties have high-level comfort in a rustic atmosphere. Some include private hot tubs and pools and are dog friendly. Additional amenities include championship-caliber golf, The Market Cafe & Creamery for your shopping needs, water rentals and seven nature trails. When you’re hungry, taste excellent cuisine at the Clubhouse Bar & Grille. On select days, visit the restaurant’s “secret,” The Library — a speakeasy with softly lit corners and a silent picture show that will transport you back to the intimate era of the roaring 1920s.
River of Life Farm, Dora
Spend time by the water at River of Life Farm, a family-owned and -operated resort on the North Fork of the White River in southern Missouri. Romantic treehouse cabins span the upper branches, and each space features a kitchen, whirlpool tub, fireplace and modern amenities.
Elevate your stay and book a rejuvenating, customized massage or dine at The Falls, where fresh, hearty food is served with small town charm. On top of the aforementioned amenities, you’ll have access to over 500 acres of Ozark wilderness for hiking, fly‑fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Bed & Breakfasts
Tiger Pointe Bed and Breakfast, Ste. Genevieve
For wild fun, look no further than Tiger Pointe Bed and Breakfast. Tiger Pointe is located next to the Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary, which is open for tours and is home to several rescued big cats. Accommodations are private suites with a living room, king bedroom, kitchen, bath, balcony or patio.
Hermann Hill Village, Hermann
The Hermann area is well-known for its wineries and bed-and-breakfast experiences, and Hermann Hill Village gives you a little bit of both. The luxury spa suites at Hermann Hill have plush features and two-person hot tubs. If you so choose, breakfast can be delivered to your room. There are a number of couple’s massage packages as well as personalized options to choose from, which include vouchers, evening snacks and a gourmet breakfast for two.
The Hawthorne Inn, Versailles
At The Hawthorne Inn in Versailles, you’ll appreciate the craftsmanship in this circa 1877 home, which features several guestrooms and home-cooked breakfasts. Each room has free WiFi, a Smart TV and a private bathroom.
More Places to Stay
Branson Treehouse Adventures, Branson West
Choose from one of several couple’s treehouses at Branson Treehouse Adventures. Each stay features a different design and décor. Most have a living area, kitchenette and deck with stunning woodland views. Some have outdoor showers, jetted tubs and fire pits. Prefer a more rustic experience? The resort has campsites for RVs and tents as well!
Chaumette Vineyards & Winery, Ste. Genevieve
Take an escape to Chaumette Vineyards & Winery in Ste. Genevieve, the first European settlement west of the Mississippi River. The Villages at Chaumette are one-of-a-kind. Secluded, serene and scenic, the property offers romantic villas and suites with custom furnishings, fully-equipped kitchens and fireplaces. There is also an outdoor swimming pool with private cabanas. Dine at Grapevine Grill, which “was voted the number one winery restaurant in the nation by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2022″ (Wine Industry Advisor).
Missouri State Park Camping
Plan your next outdoor adventure at a Missouri State Park. Forty-one state parks and historic sites offer more than 3,500 campsites that range from secluded walk-in sites to sites with hookups for water, sewer and electrical service. Some campgrounds offer amenities such as hot showers, laundry facilities and dump stations. (Be sure to check the park or site’s website for specific amenities.) If you want to spend time outdoors but don’t enjoy tent camping, explore the sites that offer other sleeping options, such as yurts, cabins or lodge rooms. For detailed information and camping tips, check out this article.