Valentine's Day in Atlantic City
Go all-in on romance. World-class dining, luxury spas, entertainment, and oceanfront suites make AC the perfect glamorous getaway.
Valentine's Weekend at a Glance
Fri-Sun
Feb 13-15, 2026
35-45°F
Average Temp
Book Early
Packages available
Year-round
All venues open
Why Atlantic City for Valentine's Day?
Atlantic City brings the Vegas experience to the East Coast with a romantic twist. The boardwalk city offers world-class dining that rivals any major city, luxurious spas for couples treatments, and entertainment options from intimate jazz to headline concerts.
Unlike beach-focused summer visits, winter in AC is all about indulgence. Stay in an oceanfront suite, enjoy a multi-course dinner at Knife & Fork Inn, catch a show, and never step outside if you don't want to. It's the perfect grown-up getaway.
💜 Sample Glamorous Weekend
Friday Evening
Check into oceanfront suite, champagne toast with room service. Pre-dinner cocktails at Borgata's lobby bar, then dinner at Old Homestead or Buddakan.
Saturday
Late breakfast in bed. Afternoon couples spa treatment at Rock Spa or Immersion. Evening: Valentine's dinner at Knife & Fork Inn, then show or casino time.
Sunday
Room service brunch. Boardwalk walk (bundle up!). Optional: outlet shopping at The Walk before heading home.
Romantic Restaurants
Atlantic City's restaurant scene rivals major cities. Reserve early for Valentine's weekend.
Knife & Fork Inn
$$$$American Fine Dining
Historic since 1912
Old Homestead
$$$$Steakhouse
Borgata, upscale
Buddakan
$$$$Asian Fusion
Dramatic setting
Izakaya
$$$Japanese
Intimate atmosphere
Capriccio
$$$Italian
Resorts Casino
Dock's Oyster House
$$$Seafood
Since 1897
Couples Spa Experiences
Book couples treatments in advance - Valentine's weekend is the busiest spa time of year.
Rock Spa
Hard Rock Hotel
Modern wellness, couples rooms
Immersion Spa
Borgata
Luxury treatments, thermal suites
Exhale Spa
Ocean Casino Resort
Oceanfront relaxation
The Spa
Harrah's
Classic treatments
Romantic Hotels
Ask about Valentine's packages when booking - most include dinner credits, spa discounts, or show tickets.
Borgata Hotel
Luxury flagship
Fine dining, spa, shows
Hard Rock Hotel
Rock-star vibes
Rock Spa, concerts
Ocean Casino Resort
Oceanfront luxury
Beach views, Exhale Spa
Harrah's Resort
Waterfront location
Pool, The Spa
Tropicana
The Quarter shops
Dining, entertainment
Resorts Casino
Original AC casino
Margaritaville
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Shows & Entertainment
Concerts
Hard Rock Live, Borgata Event Center, and Ocean Casino host major acts year-round.
Comedy
Borgata Comedy Club and casino showrooms feature national comedians.
Live Jazz
Several restaurants and lounges feature intimate live music perfect for couples.
Valentine's Weekend Tips
Do
- • Book Valentine's packages (better value)
- • Reserve spa treatments 2+ weeks ahead
- • Make dinner reservations now
- • Check show schedules early
- • Request oceanfront room
Skip
- • Gambling if you're on a budget
- • Beach swimming (it's February!)
- • Driving if you'll be drinking
- • Waiting until last minute to book
Valentine's Weekend Budget Guide
| Experience | Hotel | Dinner | Spa | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozy & Affordable | $100-150/night | $80-120 for two | Skip or basic | $250-350 |
| Classic Romance | $175-250/night | $150-200 for two | $150-200 couples | $500-700 |
| All-Out Glamour | $300-500/night | $250-400 for two | $300+ luxury package | $1,000+ |
Valentine's Getaway Mistakes to Avoid
Waiting until February to book restaurants and spa
Knife & Fork Inn, Old Homestead, and spa couples rooms are booked solid. You're stuck with whatever's left.
The fix: Book dining and spa treatments 3-4 weeks ahead minimum. Popular spots book up by early February.
Not specifying "romantic getaway" when booking the room
You get a standard room facing the parking garage. No champagne, no view, no special touches.
The fix: When booking, mention it's for Valentine's Day. Ask about packages, upgrades, and oceanfront rooms. Hotels often add perks.
Planning too many activities and rushing everywhere
Stressed couple running between spa, dinner, show. No time to relax together. Fighting about being late.
The fix: Pick 1-2 special activities per day max. Leave time for spontaneous moments, sleeping in, and just being together.
Blowing the gambling budget before dinner
Started at the blackjack table "just for an hour." Now you're down $400 and the romantic mood is ruined.
The fix: Set a strict gambling budget separate from your romance budget. Consider skipping the casino entirely on Valentine's night.
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Go All-In on Romance 💜
Atlantic City brings the glamour and excitement for an unforgettable Valentine's weekend.