You'll Want to Book These Romantic Getaways in Indiana ASAP

A romantic getaway in Indiana may seem unexpected. Sure, the Hoosier State is full of Midwest charm, a breath of fresh air for out-of-staters used to a frenetic pace. But it doesn't hold the same panache as, say, a weekend in California's wine country, a stay on a beach in the Caribbean or a week strolling the Champs-Élysées in Paris.

But give Indiana a second blush when considering a couple's getaway, especially one that doesn't involve the hassle of international travel. The Hoosier State is home to a gorgeous rolling countryside full of corn fields, wineries and ample opportunities to tune everything out but each other. Meanwhile, the capital city of Indianapolis fuses lively vibes with amiability. You'll find fantastic eateries, museums and professional sports—as you'd expect from a large contemporary city—but with warm vibes even during chilly winters.

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Like the landscape, accommodations run the gamut. Bed-and-breakfasts in Indiana are heavy on laid-back luxury, while chic high-rise hotels in the city go all-in on upscale digs. Some spots have packages that help budget-conscious travelers plan inexpensive romantic weekend getaways in Indiana, while others, like spa resorts, are perfect for spare-no-expense pairs. Whichever you choose, there's a romantic getaway in Indiana for you and yours.

Romantic Getaways in this Article:

• Romantic Weekend Getaways in Indiana
• Romantic Resorts in Indiana for Couples
• Romantic Spa Resorts in Indiana
• Romantic Hotels in Indiana
• Romantic Bed and Breakfasts in Indiana
• Unique Places to Stay in Indiana

Romantic Weekend Getaways in Indiana

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Planning a vacation anywhere can feel overwhelming. Do you want a beach resort or one with sprawling countryside views? What about affordable romantic getaways in Indiana—is that even possible? And how can you make your vacation one that's full of romance at every turn? Romantic weekend getaway packages take the fuss out of planning, offering sweet treats and unexpected enhancements sure to wow even the partner who has seen it all.

Bottleworks Hotel, Indianapolis

Bottleworks Hotel was previously the Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Indianapolis. Now it is a Michelin Key hotel. There are ample amenities like a game room, vintage photobooth, nail salon, coffee shop and swanky bar. The sophisticated rooms have high-quality bedding, plush bathrobes and towels, and marble bathrooms. The Love and Luxe package includes extras like chilled champagne, chocolate truffles and late checkout. (Yes please!)

Things to Do: Pins Mechanical, Woodhouse Day Spa, The Garage Food Hall, Indiana Historical Society, The Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, Newfields, Indianapolis Zoo

850 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

4.9 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Serenity Springs, La Porte

Couples hoping to return to their roots through nature will love the woodland backdrop at Serenity Springs. Nestled on 85 acres, the spot offers romantic cabin getaways in Indiana. Every one of the spacious, rustic cabins for two has a waterfront view (either of the lake or the pond). Some other intimate amenities include breakfast baskets, whirlpool tubs that fit two, cozy gas fireplaces and campfires. Romantic add-ons can include mimosas, candles, therapeutic wraps and silk rose petals sprinkled around a spacious tub.

Things to Do: Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, John H. Barker Mansion, Michigan City Lighthouse, Washington Park Zoo, University of Notre Dame and Garwood Orchards.

5888 US-35, La Porte, IN 46350

4.6 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Robinwood Inn, Nashville

If you love the movie The Holiday, Robinwood Inn is for you. Spend the weekend in a cozy cottage with a woodburning fireplace, hot tub and private deck. Each cabin has a different vibe. You might like staying at Robinwood Inn so much that you try them all and rent bigger cabins for trips with your family and friends. In the mood to sleep in and have breakfast in bed? A local chef makes breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. There are lots of fun things to do in Brown Country like dining, outdoor activities, wineries and breweries and art galleries.

Things to Do: Brown Country State Park, Bear Wallow Distillery, Big Woods Brewery, Chateau Thomas WInery

914 Highland Ave. Nashville, IN 47448

4.9 Stars | Read Reviews

Ironworks Hotel Indy, Indianapolis

Ironworks Hotel is a Michelin Key hotel. This hip and happening city hotel gets an industrial ambiance from its warehouse-style setting. Though the vibe plays into the hotel's 19th century roots, amenities like smart TVs are decidedly modern. An ultimate date-night package is perfect for vacationers and staycationers alike. It includes overnight accommodations complete with champagne, chocolate truffles and rose petals. Rooms are pet-friendly—a win for couples venturing into dog parenthood—and a concierge can point out-of-towners in the direction of top local restaurants and attractions.

Things to Do: Fashion Mall at Keystone, Ruoff Home Mortgage Music, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Lucas Oil Stadium, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Palladium

2721 E 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240

4.9 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Inn at Irwin Gardens

If you love The Gilded Age and Downton Abby, this is the romantic getaway for you. The Inn at Irwin Gardens was built in 1864 by Joseph Irwin, the founder of Irwin Bank and Trust. It was extensively renovated in the Edwardian style in 1910. Virtually nothing has changed since then so you'll feel like you are time travelers. The inn also has gorgeous Italianate gardens, inspired by gardens in Pompeii. (Psst: It would be a romantic place to propose in Indiana!)

4.8 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Romantic Resorts in Indiana for Couples

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Looking for all-inclusive resorts for couples in Indiana? You won't find ones like you would in the Caribbean where meals are part of the deal. But Indiana has spots with their own riff on the idea. Take a look.

Oakwood Resort, Syracuse

Set on Lake Wawasee's shores, Oakwood Resort leans into the spot's waterfront surroundings. Several of the refined-yet-casual rooms offer waterfront vistas. For a more intimate setting, the resort also has lake house rentals with multiple bedrooms, views for days and private wraparound porches ideal for unwinding together. Ample amenities make it one of the closest spots you'll find to an all-inclusive resort in Indiana. Among them: complimentary continental breakfast on weekdays, free use of bicycles, outdoor beach access, boat slips and use of a game room. Accommodations are also pet-friendly.

Things to Do: Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum, Maxwelton Golf Club

702 E Lake View Road, Syracuse, IN 46567

4.2 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Swan Lake Resort, Plymouth

Swan Lake Resort is a gorgeous countryside property on 400 acres that allows couples to choose their own Northern Indiana all-inclusive-style adventure. The resort boasts numerous styles of accommodations, including rooms and suites with plush bedding, quiet log cabins with campfire rings and idyllic cottages complete with kitchenettes for home-away-from-home meal prep. The grounds include spas, indoor and outdoor pools and a fitness center with couples discounts. Two championship 18-hole golf courses allow couples to enjoy a day on the green working on their swings.

Things to Do: Golf at one of the resort's two courses, Marshall County Historical Museum, Plymouth Motor Speedway and Heartland Artists Gallery

5203 Plymouth Laporte Trail, Plymouth, IN 46563

4.3 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Romantic Spa Resorts in Indiana

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Luckily, many properties in Indiana have blissful spas with packages to sweeten your stay. If your idea of a couple's retreat involves long, soothing massages and relaxation to go with your romance, look no further.

French Lick Springs Hotel, French Lick

This circa 1800s hotel set in the town best known for its mineral springs (and being the birthplace of hoops legend Larry Bird) is luxe and comfortable. The spa has been around since 1901, but it doesn't feel antique. Expect blissful couples massages that can help soothe modern-day stressors with perfect pressure and aromatherapy. Pairs also have a chance to relax in a private hot tub with water straight from the mineral springs. French Look Resort also boasts a bowling alley, riding stables and numerous dining options.

Things to Do: Big Splash Adventure, French Lick West Baden Museum

8670 IN-56, French Lick, IN 47432

4.3 Star Rating | Read Reviews

West Baden Springs Hotel, West Baden Springs

The 200-foot atrium at West Baden Springs Hotel has been called the "eighth wonder of the world." The spa resort—owned and operated by the same team behind French Lick Springs Hotel—taps into European elegance. Rooms have long drapery and dramatic headboards. Meanwhile, a 28,000-square-foot spa provides soothing couples massages and rejuvenating facials. Other amenities include access to pools, a hot tub and two complimentary water bottles every day of your stay.

Things to Do: French Lick Winery and Vintage Café, Big Splash Adventure, and French Lick West Baden Museum

8538 W Baden Avenue, West Baden Springs, IN 47469

4.8 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Conrad Indianapolis, Indianapolis

A sophisticated downtown high-rise, Conrad Indianapolis boasts easy access to prime attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium—a 12-minute walk—and a chance to escape the frenetic pace of the concrete jungle. A spa serves as a luxurious oasis with facials and massages. An indoor pool is lined with lounge chairs, and couples can view art without ever leaving the sprawling hotel. Tastings Wine Bar and Bistro is a cool spot for tapas, cheese plates and, obviously, vino. A high-end grill serves steaks cooked to perfection.

Things to Do: Circle Centre Mall, Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Fountain Square, White River State Park and Mass Ave.

50 W Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

4.6 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Romantic Hotels in Indiana

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Though Indiana is known for corn fields as far as the eye can see, it also boasts a vibrant capital in Indianapolis, lovingly nicknamed "Indy." Home to Indianapolis Motor Speedway, it's also considered the racing capital of the world. You might also like the second-largest city in Indiana, Fort Wayne. Posh hotels in either city have luxurious amenities that remind couples it's okay to slow down—together.

Omni Severin Hotel, Indianapolis

Located in the center of it all in downtown Indy, Omni Severin Hotel provides couples with easy access to the main attractions (it's three blocks from Lucas Oil Stadium) and an escape from the bustling streets. A heated indoor pool allows for water play or low-impact workouts any day of the year. Suites offer private balconies with bird's-eye views of the city below. Dining options include a casual sports bar with a lively vibe when a home team is playing, a farm-to-table restaurant and a cafe that brews fresh coffee daily.

Things to Do: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis Symphony (Hilbert Circle Theatre), Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis Zoo

40 W Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN 46225

4.2 Star Rating | Read Reviews

JW Marriott Indianapolis, Indianapolis

This high-rise, city-chic hotel is the perfect gateway to Indy. Situated near the Convention Center (and connected by a covered walkway), JW Marriott Indianapolis is one mile from White River State Park. That covered walkway? It extends to Lucas Oil Stadium, where there's fun to be had whether or not you know the difference between a PAT and a field goal. Rooms and suites have flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, and club-level rooms provide lounge access, complimentary hot breakfast and evening nibbles.

Things to Do: White River State Park, Lucas Oil Stadium. Victory Field, the NCAA Hall of Champions, Gainbridge Stadium and the Indianapolis Zoo

10 S West Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Bradley, Fort Wayne

The Bradley was designed by Barbara Bradley Baekaard, the cofounder of the lifestyle brand Vera Bradley and the award-winning boutique hotel company, Provenance hotels. Stay in spacious rooms and suites with chic decor and views of the city. Grab dinner at the hotel's ground floor restaurant and grab cocktails at the rooftop bar.

Things to Do: Fort Wayne Zoo, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Garden, Lakeside Park

204 W Main St. Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802

4.8 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Romantic Bed and Breakfasts in Indiana

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B&Bs come with a heaping helping of idyllic ambiance rivaled only by the portion sizes served during breakfast. Many are located within quaint settings. For example, bed-and-breakfasts in Madison, Indiana, give way to views of the Ohio River and serve as an entry point to wine country. Though some of the furnishings may be antique, B&Bs also provide luxury.

Market Street Inn, Jeffersonville

Market Street Inn is situated in historic Jeffersonville, Indiana, and offers easy access to the Ohio River. The spot is one mile from Louisville, Kentucky, giving couples a chance to blend Midwest charm and Southern comfort. But there's romance to be had right at the B&B. A package for couples can include flowers, bubbly and sweet treats. Guests can also choose to enjoy an intimate fireside meal for two with an overnight stay. Some rooms have private jacuzzis and fireplaces.

Things to Do: Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, Actors Theatre, Angel's Envy Distillery, Belle of Louisville, Churchill Downs, Big Four Pedestrian Bridge, Ohio River, downtown Jeffersonville, Derby Dinner Playhouse

330 W Market Street, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

4.9 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Iron Gate Inn Bed and Breakfast, Madison

Set in an 1840 Federal Mansion, Iron Gate Inn Bed and Breakfast is mere blocks from the Ohio River, wineries, breweries and shopping and dining in downtown Madison. Each of the four rooms is individually decorated with a unique personality, allowing couples to choose their vibe. Airy rooms have four-poster beds, cozy seating areas and vintage decor. The small number of rooms ensures an intimate experience, regardless of which one a couple chooses. Breakfast is served on fine china and by candlelight.

Things to Do: Clifty Falls State Park, Lanier Mansion State Historic Site, Rockin Thunder River Tours, Thomas Family Winery, Lanthier Winery

708 E Main Street, Madison, IN 47250

4.7 Star Rating | Read Reviews

At Home in the Woods Bed and Breakfast, Chesterton

A four-course gourmet breakfast is included with a stay at this weekend hideaway in Chesterton. Steps from Indiana Dunes National Park, At Home in the Woods is perfect for couples looking to explore natural settings and retreat to a quiet abode. The B&B grounds include a hammock hanging from a cherry tree, a beautiful spot for napping as the birds provide the soundtrack to your slumber. Or, retreat to a room with a fireplace. Cooking classes on-site and pet-friendly accommodations are also available to guests. Special packages can include flowers, chocolate-covered goodness and a bottle of wine or champagne.

Things to Do: Pikk's Tavern, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Rogers-Lakewood Park, Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve, Deep River Waterpark, 49'er Drive-In Theater

898 N 350 E, Chesterton, IN 46304

5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Unique Places to Stay in Indiana

There are ample unique places to stay in Indiana, from private homes to cabin rentals and nature retreats. Oh and if you're looking for history, look no further than The Story Inn. If you're looking for something off the beaten path, consider these romantic getaways.

Cabin Off 39, Middlebury

This tranquil-meets-rustic log cabin feels off-the-grid in the best way possible. Set among trees with a stone walkway, the one-bedroom spot is intimate and lovely. The interior goes heavy on wooden details, but a stay here will not require roughing it by any means. Guests can access a full bathroom and kitchen with a two-burner stove. Picture yourself cooking cozy meals together and enjoying the propane fireplace come winter. A loft-area bedroom includes a queen bed and comfortably fits two. An outdoor firepit is also available.

Things to Do: Krider "World's Fair" Garden, Pumpkinvine Nature Trail and Miller's Cider Mill

4.99 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Postcard Cabins, Brown Country

Outdoorsy couples will love glamping in a romantic cabin on 250 acres of land. Cook in your kitchenette or grill under the stars and savor s'mores by the campfire. There are lots of beautiful hikes nearby for bird-watching, running or walking your pup. (The cabins are all dog-friendly.) If you want to enjoy nature and the big city, you're just one hour away from everything Indianapolis has to offer. Postcard Cabins is owned by Marriott Bonvoy. If you're a member, you can get perks like member rates, late check-out and a points bonus.

Things to Do: Brown Country State Park, Yellowwood State Forest, Bear Wallow Distillery, Big Woods Pizza, Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, Indianapolis Motor Speedway

6249 Poplar Grove Rd,Columbus, Indiana, USA, 47201

3.7 Stars | Read Reviews

Clifty Inn, Madison

For a nature retreat, consider Clifty Inn. Situated near the Ohio River and surrounded by trees within Clifty Falls State Park, some of the casual, pared-down rooms offer breathtaking Ohio River vistas. Upgrade to a suite for a kitchenette and balcony. Other perks of a stay at Clifty Inn include access to a fire pit, a sun porch and a game room. Hiking trails are also ripe for exploration. An indoor pool with lounge chairs allows couples to make a splash, regardless of the season.

Things to Do: Clifty Falls State Park, Ohio Theatre, New Madison Brewing Company and Stream Cliff Farm Winery.

1650 Clifty Hollow Road, Madison, IN 47250

4.2 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Story Inn, Nashville

Go back in time at The Story Inn. The inn owns all the properties on the village that was founded in 1851. There is a 114-year-old barn, a restaurant in the former general store and, according to urban legend, even a resident ghost. If you're looking for things to do together, you don't have to leave the property. There is live music, karaoke, game nights, comedy shows and more. Stay in an original room or your own historic cottage.

6404 State Road 135 S, Nashville, IN 47448-9083

Things to Do: Brown Country State Park, Bear Wallow Distillery, Brown County Antique Mall, Hard Truth Distilling Co.

3.7 Stars | Read Reviews