Treat your valentine to Philly’s greatest hotel amenities—with or without an overnight stay.
Level28’s a.lounge is the perfect spot to woo your date.
AKA University City
Ditch the dinner date for a visit to Level28—AKA University City’s (stayaka.com) exclusive members club that features panoramic views of Philadelphia and unbeatable amenities. A select number of monthly memberships for outsiders offer access to on-the-water floating yoga classes with Aqua Vida; an indoor, heated infinity pool; outdoor fire pit on a 5,000-square-foot landscaped terrace and more. After a late-night dip, usher your Valentine into a.lounge, a private cocktail bar operated by High Street Hospitality. “I know of at least two marriages that blossomed at happy hour in a.lounge,” says Sharon Bell, general manager of AKA University City. Considering Level28 has hosted the likes of Tessa Thompson and Kevin Hart, a visit will certainly impress your special someone.
Four Season Hotel Philadelphia’s Night Spa takes romance to a whole new level.
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia
Picture this: A candlelit path lined with signature Jeff Leatham florals guides you and your loved one to an unforgettable 60-minute couples massage—and that’s just the beginning of Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia’s (fourseasons.com/philadelphia) Night Spa. After sinking into the restorative treatment, slip into the 57th-floor indoor pool for a private swim lit by the twinkling city lights. “The Night Spa concept elevates the traditional couples massage experience and provides guests with privacy to enjoy the pool at their leisure with a bottle of Champagne, where they leave with a bouquet of red roses and bathrobes as a memorable keepsake,” says Verena Lasvigne-Fox, the spa’s senior director. Who wouldn’t fall in love with 270-degree views from one of the highest pools in the country?
The Rittenhouse’s indoor saltwater pool is a healing treat
The Rittenhouse
Although it’s not quite time to whisk your Valentine off to the shore, a swim in The Rittenhouse’s (rittenhousehotel.com) atrium indoor saltwater pool—one of the few in downtown—is a worthy replacement. Book a treatment at its spa, like the signature couples massage, to gain access to this retreat. “The Rittenhouse Spa & Club experience begins the moment you walk through the door,” says spa director Maureen Vipperman. “The facility is inviting and peaceful with numerous amenities like the pool and fitness center that truly stand out.” Before the night comes to an end, unwind in the sauna or steam room.
Enjoy s’mores and cocktails poolside at W Philadelphia’s WET Deck.
W Philadelphia
This Valentine’s Day, invite your loved one for an evening at W Philadelphia’s (wphiladelphia.com) WET Deck outdoor pool—heated to 98 degrees all winter long. “We are the only luxury hotel in Philadelphia with an outdoor pool,” notes complex general manager Ed Baten. “With views of the surrounding cityscape and plenty of space to relax, there’s nothing like it.” After slipping on plush spa robes, nonguests can access the WET Deck with AWAY Spa’s Cozy Up package. Snuggle up in a private cabana with hot cocktails, or mocktails, and build-your-own s’mores before diving into the steamy pool. To spoil your special someone even more, book a Detox massage or Glow Body treatment, leaving them refreshed and polished for an evening out
Photography by: COURTESY OF: AKA UNIVERSITY CITY; FOUR SEASONS HOTEL PHILADELPHIA; THE RITTENHOUSE; W PHILADELPHIA
