If your idea of romance is a stroll in the countryside or sharing a moment as you look over one of the world’s greatest cities, you won’t have to travel far! Spontaneous getaways are the perfect way to treat that special someone and the UK is home to breath-taking rural escapes, secluded coastal retreats and city’s full of secret lanes so there’s something for everyone.
We’ve made a list of our favourite romantic places, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
Edinburgh
Dunbar’s Close Gardens – 6 minute walk from Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Suggested to be one of the perfect places for a low key proposal, this romantic secluded spot is tucked away in the heart of the Old Town, just off the Royal Mile. It's quite small, but you can easily get lost in its maze of unusual plants, bushes and fruit trees.
Calton Hill – 15 minute walk from Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
A peaceful haven that offers panoramic views of Edinburgh including landmarks such as Arthur’s Seat, Princes Street and the Parliament. If you’re looking for a little privacy with a romantic setting, this is it!
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Cheltenham
Cotswold – Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham 2 nights Cotswold escape for £199 
If you’re looking for a laid back romantic break, escape to the countryside of Cotswold where you can enjoy a romantic stroll, rolling hills and magnificent meadows. Make sure you check out the ‘Venice of the Cotswold’, the perfect riverfront place to enjoy a picnic shaded by the trees.
Brighton
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront and Leonardo Hotel Brighton are within walking distance of the below.
While Brighton might not strike you as a destination for romance, spending a day getting lost in the South-Laines, taking in the views on the Wheel at the sea front or taking a stroll hand in hand down the promenade will soon change your mind.
Birmingham
St Philip’s Cathedral – 15 minute walk from Leonardo Hotel Birmingham
This one might come as a surprise, but Birmingham is an easy place to love and an easy place to fall in love. Sit back and enjoy the dramatic background of the oldest building in the city dating back over 300 years. If you want to see the city from a different view, take a boat trip down the watery pathways at The Canals (just a 4 minute walk away).
Newcastle
The Millennium Bridge over the River Tyne – 7 minute walk from Leonardo Hotel Newcastle & a 3 minute walk from Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
There’s something inherently romantic about bridges that makes them the perfect spot to perch. Perhaps it’s the fact that many bridges have incredible romantic views, and Newcastle is no exception! The circular walk from the Swing Bridge to the Millennium Bridge has everything going for it, with lovely views of the Gateshead and Newcastle Quaysides, , and best of all, the lights twinkling on the city’s river.
If you’re still struggling to come up with that perfect romantic getaway, check out our deals page for some romantic packages.
