Valentine's Day Romance in Asheville

February 14 is just around the corner, so it’s time to start making some plans for Cupid’s big day. Start by booking a stay of three nights or more with us for 10% off your entire stay! Use the code LANTERN when you book directly through our website.

In addition to roomy kitchens and living rooms, many of our suites are equipped with large jetted tubs, gas fireplaces, and private balconies or patios. Throughout the month of February, we’re offering 10% off our spa packages. After booking your stay, call our concierge to schedule a time with our licensed massage therapists. Your therapists will come to your suite, so you won’t have to go out in the cold.

While you're here, share a delicious chef-prepared dinner, craft cocktails, or decadent desserts at our on-site restaurant, Azalea Bar & Kitchen, before spending an evening on the town. The restaurant is offering a three-course prix fixe menu for just $50 per person. Check out the menu here.

Can't make it for Valentine's Day? Western North Carolina just had a bunch of snow dumped on us, so it's the perfect time to check out our local ski slopes. Plus, we're running the discount all month.

Need more ideas for romance in Asheville? Keep reading! Not a fan of the romantic? Get your besties together for an unforgettable Galentine’s Day celebration in your suite or check out the city.

Biltmore

February may be the best time of year to visit the Biltmore Estate. Not only are the crowds lighter, but admission prices are at their lowest. If strolling through a 19th-century castle and its grounds while holding hands with your significant other isn’t romantic enough, the Estate is also home to a winery where you can taste before you buy, several shops, beautiful gardens, and numerous recreational activities.

Public Displays of Affection

• Paint Your Partner The Whale South Slope brewery invites couples to paint each other on canvas, Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. They supply the canvas, paint, and brushes. Tickets are $25 per couple.
• New Belgium Valentine’s Day Stouts & Cupcakes The River Arts District brewery is serving its limited-release Red Velvet Stout and cupcakes from Ivy’s River Bake Shop. The fun starts Feb. 14 at 1 p.m.
• Partner Yoga Asheville Yoga Center will host a Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga on Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $40 per couple, and reservations are available online.
• Gaze at the Stars Astronomer, author, and natural storyteller Stephan Martin will share celestial love stories under the stars at Hickory Nut Gap Farm on Feb. 14 from 7:30-9. The cost is $12. Get all the details at the link.
• Bluegrass First Class The 31st Annual Bluegrass First Class festival takes place Feb. 13-15 at the Crowne Plaza Resort. Stomp and holler over three days, featuring Lonesome River Band, The Grascals, Authentic Unlimited, King James Boys, and more. Follow this link for tickets.
• Bargello If making all that art together leaves you hungry, enjoy Bargello’s four-course, prix fixe menu from 5-10 p.m. For $124 per person, you each get four courses of delicious appetizers, salad, entrees, and desserts from the restaurant’s menu. The menu and reservations are available on the website.
• Throw Axes Need to blow off a little steam? What could be more romantic than throwing an axe?? Axeville Throwing Club provides a fun and entertaining way to bond while throwing an axe at a target and having a couple of drinks.
• Smash a Car Join Hi-Wire Brewing for the annual "Cupid Is Stupid" Car Smashing Event on February 14 from 1–4 PM at its Biltmore Village taproom. Hi-Wire will provide protective eyewear and an assortment of “bludgeoning devices” to smash the car, with proceedsm benefitting the Pink Boots Society of North Carolina.