Ko`a Kea Hotel & Resort
Koa Kea Hotel & Resort, Kauai, HI
A Kauai mega-resort this is not. The polar opposite of its sprawling southern coast neighbors—with their water slides and countless poolside bars—Koa Kea offers a true escape from reality, and exactly what we expect from one of the most romantic hotels in the U.S. The 121 rooms, decked out with chaise lounges and Hawaiian hues, come with their own balconies or lanais, while the rest of the amenities keep things romantically quiet; there's a simple, deep blue swimming pool, a top-notch restaurant that turns out elegant plates of sashimi, and a luxury five-room spa to fill your time between strolls along the waterfront.