Miami Named Best Valentine's Day Getaway for 2026

The Southern city tops the list for romantic weekend trips, according to a new report.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 6:39pm

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According to a report from the digital entertainment platform JB, Miami has been named the best Valentine's Day getaway for 2026. The city boasts an abundance of beachfront hotels, romantic restaurants, and other amenities that make it an ideal destination for couples looking to celebrate the holiday.

Why it matters

Miami is already a top honeymoon destination in the U.S., so it's no surprise the city would also be a popular choice for a romantic Valentine's Day getaway. The report highlights Miami's ample hotel and dining options as key factors in its selection as the best city for spontaneous Valentine's trips.

The details

JB's methodology for selecting the top Valentine's Day getaway city looked at the number of hotels still accepting bookings as of January 2026 (428) and the quantity of romantic dining and date options (over 416) in each large U.S. city. Based on these criteria, Miami came out on top, making it the ideal destination for couples looking to plan a last-minute romantic weekend.

  • As of January 2026, there were 428 hotels in Miami still taking Valentine's Day bookings.

The players

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A digital entertainment platform that analyzed large U.S. cities to determine the best destinations for romantic Valentine's Day weekend getaways.

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The takeaway

Miami's abundance of beachfront hotels, romantic dining options, and other amenities make it an ideal Valentine's Day destination, cementing its status as a top honeymoon spot in the U.S.