25 top honeymoon destinations in the US
Last updated on February 10th, 2026.
The wedding date has been set and preparations are underway.
The only thing left to consider is where you want to go on your honeymoon.
With a never-ending list of romantic destinations, the US has plenty of top honeymoon places to choose from.
We’re talking secluded sandy beaches, picturesque towns and dreamy mountain retreats.
From exclusive private islands to more affordable honeymoon places, here are 25 top honeymoon destinations in the US.
Plenty of inspiration to add to your USA bucket list, this guide covers everything from warm US destinations to winter honeymoon spots.
Top honeymoon destinations in the US
Beach honeymoon destinations in the US
1. Lanai, Hawaii
A tale of 2 islands, Lanai has beautiful beaches, luxury resorts and plenty of activities to fill up your honeymoon.
The smallest inhabited island in Hawaii, Lanai makes an ideal winter honeymoon destination in the US.
Enjoy whale watching on a catamaran cruise, before heading back to a top resort like the Four Seasons Resort Lana’i. Alternatively, get away from the masses and explore the remote island’s wild terrain.
Four Seasons Resort Lana’I, 1 Manele Bay Rd, Lanai City
2. Molokai, Hawaii
Measuring 38 miles long and home to the highest cliffs in the world, Molokai offers an authentic Hawaiian experience. The native people love their land and work hard to preserve their traditional way of life.
One of the most secluded honeymoon destinations in the US, Molokai has sandy beaches, perfect weather and romantic island vibes. Named after the island, Hotel Molokai is located on the hidden Kamiloloa Beach, offering Polynesian-style rooms and ocean views.
Hotel Molokai, 1300 Kamehameha V Hwy, Kaunakakai
3. Kauai, Hawaii
Emerald green valleys, cascading waterfalls and tropical rainforests give Kauai its moniker of the ‘Garden Island’. The fourth largest island in Hawaii, Kauai is ideal for a beach or mountain honeymoon destination in the US.
Not forgetting nature-loving outdoorsy couples, there are plenty of activities to enjoy here such as snorkeling, ziplining and kayaking.
See the best of Kauai's landscape from above. An air tour over Na Pali coast soars through the Waimea Canyon offering stunning views of Jurassic Falls, the scene of its namesake movie.
Romantic accommodation on Kauai
Located on the southern end of Kauai is the grand resort of Koloa Landing At Poipu Beach. With luxury suites, villas, 2 swimming pools and a fitness center, the resort has everything you need for your honeymoon.
Koloa Landing At Poipu Beach, 2704 Hoonani Rd, Koloa
For something a little more secluded, consider booking Hideaway Cove Poipu Beach. Beautifully furnished and just minutes’ walk to Poipu Beach, it’s an ideal accommodation for your Kauai honeymoon. The location’s also perfect if you’re looking for a honeymoon destination for March or April in the US.
Hideaway Cove Poipu Beach, 2315 Nalo Rd, Koloa
4. Maui, Hawaii
Hawaii’s second largest island should need no introduction. But, if you’re unfamiliar with Maui, it’s home to historic towns as well as over 30 miles of incredible beaches.
The Hawaiian island's where you'll also find the breathtaking Haleakala National Park. If you’re wondering where to honeymoon in December or January in the USA, Maui with its great weather is worth considering.
Book: sunrise and breakfast tour to Haleakala National Park
White, red and black sandy beaches are surrounded by warm ocean waters, making Maui truly a paradise destination. Home to Makena, Kaanapali and Kihei Beach, Maui is easily one of the best beach honeymoon destinations in the US.
5. Cannon Beach, Oregon
In Oregon sits the coastal city of Cannon Beach. An area blessed with sandy beaches — some of which are isolated — and state parks, you’re guaranteed a relaxing stay.
Cannon Beach also makes a great choice if looking for a cool US summer vacation getaway.
Most known for featuring in the 1985 movie, The Goonies, Cannon Beach also adds a unique twist to your honeymoon.
6. Grand Haven, Michigan
Keep yourselves busy on your honeymoon in Grand Haven. Situated in central Michigan, the town has plenty of pristine beaches, public parks, breweries and wine tasting rooms.
Another ideal honeymoon destination for outdoorsy couples, spend time exploring the landscape at nearby Rosy Mound Natural Area. The trail takes you through the area’s dunes and scenic woods that eventually meet with Lake Michigan.
7. Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
The seaside city in southern Mississippi is regularly named as one of the best places to live in the state. With stretches of white sandy beaches to sink your toes in, Bay St. Louis is appealing for honeymooning newlyweds.
Browse the downtown galleries and antique stores, before sitting down to a plate of freshly caught BBQ shrimp. A picturesque part of coastal Mississippi, Bay St. Louis is worth a closer look.
8. Rincon, Puerto Rico
With more than 8 miles of coastline, of which includes secluded and sandy beaches, Rincón is a Caribbean honeymooners dream.
A point where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean, the leisure town in Puerto Rico has plenty to offer. Embracing a slow pace and chilled island vibes, surfing, snorkelling and swimming are just a handful of the activities.
A town also known for its twilight colors, you’ll be dazzled by Rincón’s beautiful sunsets. Stay at a beachfront hotel like Villa Cofresi and watch the sun rise, and set, every single day.
Villa Cofresi, Rd 115 Km 12.0, Rincon
Map: top honeymoon destinations in the US
9. Sunset Key, Florida
If a honeymoon on a private island in the US is on your wish list, look closely at Sunset Key. The island off the coast of Key West in Florida, only accessible by shuttle boat, makes an ideal honeymoon spot.
Book one of its gorgeous guest cottages and enjoy the tropical surroundings and views of the Gulf of Mexico.
10. Dry Tortugas Islands, Florida
How does sleeping beneath the stars on an island 70 miles away from civilization sound? This paradise does exist on the picturesque Dry Tortugas Islands.
Located west of Key West, the island’s easily one of the most secluded honeymoon destinations in the US. Accessible by ferry, the only accommodation option on Dry Tortugas Islands is camping. If interested, you must reserve your spot by calling 8 to 12 months in advance.
11. Sanibel Island, Florida
Another island in Florida — though not private — is Sanibel Island. Reachable by a causeway from the mainland, it’s a great honeymoon destination for couples looking for a low-key spot.
Enjoy over 15 miles of sandy beaches, Caribbean climates and dreamy sunsets overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
12. Amelia Island, Florida
Located off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island promises to be a memorable honeymoon.
Boasting 13 miles of unspoiled beaches, clear waters, oceanfront resorts and luxurious villas, Amelia Island is made for honeymooning couples.
Cheap honeymoon destinations in the US
13. Taos, New Mexico
Spend your honeymoon in a city steeped in Native American history.
Taos Pueblo in New Mexico is the only living Native American community to be awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. The village is also recognized as a national historic landmark.
An ideal, and affordable honeymoon destination in the US, Taos is surrounded by untold natural beauty. Visit its mountain towns and villages, stop by its churches and stay at a romantic resort and spa hotel.
14. North Padre Island, Texas
The Texas Gulf Coast is home to several pretty seaside towns. Not only are they home to beautiful beaches, but they also make for an affordable honeymoon destination.
Take North Padre Island. Its National Seashore at 70 miles long is the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world. Stroll, sunbathe, swim or kayak, it’s undoubtedly a beautiful honeymoon spot in Corpus Christi, Texas.
15. Grand Isle, Louisiana
For a honeymoon destination in Louisiana overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, add Grand Isle to your consideration list.
The remote island has a 7-mile long public beach and is close to both New Orleans and Baton Rouge. A place brimming with beautiful sights and Southern hospitality, it’s another cheap US honeymoon destination worth considering.
Mountain honeymoon destinations in the US
16. Big Sur, California
A stretch of coastline (approximately 90 miles/110km) in central California is the scenic region of Big Sur. The town of Carmel-by-the-Sea sits north while San Simeon is located to the south.
Book: wine tasting and walking tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Surrounded by the Santa Lucia mountains, towering Redwood trees and jaw-dropping views, Big Sur is a US honeymoon spot steeped in nature.
17. Truckee, California
One of the best winter honeymoon destinations in the US, Truckee is a pretty alpine town in northern California.
Snow-covered mountains transform Truckee into a winter sports haven. Choose from skiing, tubing or sledding, you’ll be enamored with Truckee’s picture-postcard landscape.
Get cozy
Not far from the town is the glorious Lake Tahoe, the Tahoe National Forest and Donner Memorial State Park. Complete your mountain honeymoon in Truckee by booking into the chic alpine-inspired Cedar House Sport Hotel.
Cedar House Sport Hotel, 10918 Brockway Rd, Truckee
18. Hocking Hills State Park
Spend your honeymoon in the company of gushing waterfalls, towering cliffs and beautiful scenery of Hocking Hills State Park. Located in central Ohio, the park’s approximately an hour from the state capital of Columbus.
A place made for outdoorsy couples, it’s your chance to enjoy the wilderness and its remote setting. Round off your honeymoon with your pick of rustic country cabins.
Hocking Hills State Park, 19852 OH-664, Logan
19. Canoe Bay, Wisconsin
Nestled in 300 acres of forests, and surrounded by lakes and roaming with wildlife is Canoe Bay.
Located in northwest Wisconsin, this adults-only romantic resort was made for couples — honeymooning or otherwise.
Wood cabins, ranging from tiny to signature, make up the resort, a range of activities wait right on your doorstep.
Canoe Bay, W16065 Hogback Rd, Chetek
20. Callaway Resort & Gardens, Georgia
In the quiet city of Pine Mountain, lies the serene retreat of Callaway Resort & Gardens. Unwind in the tranquil Spa Prunifolia before exploring the wilderness on the resort’s front door.
Bike through the manicured gardens before stopping to see the butterflies at the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center.
When you’re ready to step outside the resort, the spectacular F.D. Roosevelt State Park is a short distance away.
Whitewater Express promises visitors an activity guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping. Located on the Chattahoochee River, try your hand at conquering the white-water rapids.
Callaway Resort & Gardens, 17800 US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain
21. The Green O, Montana
Escape everyone and everything at the spectacular The Green O in Greenough Montana. An adults-only luxury resort, this is mountain honeymoon destination lies hidden within the towering Montana trees.
Treetop houses combine the nature of its surroundings with modern living, making The Green O stand out from the rest.
On the ranch, couples can enjoy Michelin-star dining, ATV and cattle rides and plenty of sprawling serene nature.
Cheap it isn’t, but if you’re looking for an all-inclusive honeymoon package in the US, it could be right for you.
The Green O, 4069 Backcountry Road, Greenough
Fall honeymoon destinations in the US
22. Medocino, California
Combine quaint Victorian villages, rugged coastlines, sprawling vineyards, and towering redwood forests, and you have Mendocino.
Located a few hours from San Francisco, Mendocino is for those that like their vacations surrounded by untamed nature. Home to the tallest Redwoods in the world, the coastal hamlet has the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the USA.
23. Kennebunkport, Maine
Add a storybook New England backdrop to your US honeymoon by visiting the coastal town of Kennebunkport.
One of the prettiest fall honeymoon destinations in the US, Kennebunkport is blessed with glistening sandy beaches. Sit down to freshly steamed lobster and get lost in the enchanting views overlooking Goosefare Bay.
Kennebunkport style
Glamp it out in a safari-style tent at Sandy Pines Campground. Indulge in a lobster dinner, which they deliver on request, right to your tent.
Pass the evening toasting s’mores over your very own fire pit. Combining coastal living with a resort town feel, there’s plenty to do on your honeymoon in pretty Kennebunkport.
Sandy Pines Campground, 9HX9+9F Kennebunkport
24. Nantucket, Massachusetts
Step back in time on your romantic retreat on the dreamy island of Nantucket. The stuff that novels are made of, the island to the east of Massachusetts has cobbled stone streets, dreamy beaches, and lighthouses.
Explore the island on bike, try your hand at surfing or give clamming a go. When the sun sets, head to Madaket Beach to catch the striking colors in the sky. Accessible by plane or ferry from the mainland, Nantucket is one of New England’s finest gems.
25. Barnsley Resort, Georgia
A story akin to India’s Taj Mahal, the beginnings of Barnsley Resort in Georgia was also built on love. The original owner, Godfrey Barnsley, built the original manor for his wife Julia.
Start married life in one of their pretty private cottages before enjoying some pampering at The Spa at Barnsley Resort.
The historic town of Adairsville is one of the locations where the Atlanta Campaign took place. This was a series of battles that occurred in the area around Atlanta during the summer of 1864. The Atlanta Campaign ultimately helped end the American Civil War.
Barnsley Resort, 72X8+Q5 Adairsville
Are you a newlywed or are currently planning your honeymoon? Which of these top honeymoon destinations in the US most appeal to you? Let me know in the comments below.
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It’s an excellent guide to exciting honeymoon destinations. Hawaii has always attracted my attention and love to be on those beaches. The Green o Montana looks a beautiful place to be in. With the backdrop of the mountains.
Thank you so much! The Green O is truly spectacular for honeymooners or a romantic break 😀
What could be more romantic than a honeymoon on the beach? This is a great list. I fancy Maui in Hawaii, North Padre Island in Texas, and Callaway Gardens in Georgia. Not going anytime soon so bookmarking this list!
Happy to hear it! I hope you get to visit some of these one day 🙂
I am sure Hawaii is the perfect Honeymoon destination. Especially the smaller islands look like a dream. But some of the other destinations look super romantic too!
They're different and a lot more affordable (than Hawaii) too 🙂
It's an excellent guide to the most exciting honeymoon destinations. If I had planned to get married, I wouldn't know which of these fairy-tale places to choose. Probably I would choose Hawaii or Kew West.
Great honeymoon choices and perfect weather too!
Hawaii seems like the perfect honeymoon spot 🙂
It is!
Some of these destinations do not really surprise me - obviously, all those places in Hawaii are just dreamy. However, I love that you've included some spots one would not immediately connect with honeymoon travel. Nevertheless, all places are so beautiful that I would also visit them without getting married 😉
Definitely! These destinations are great for anyone not just honeymooners 🙂
You got me at the Hawaiian beaches. I love tropical beaches and just want to sit on those beaches.
It's the number one destination for me!
These honeymoon destinations are fabulous and each one has its own charm for the traveler.Even other wise they are beautiful to be enjoyed on a vacation.
Thank you
I love all the suggestions, a few I never would have thought up myself. I’m not in the market for a honeymoon, but a romantic destination is always a good thing. I’m going to look into Grand Isle Louisiana!
Perfect! Yes, any of these would make a perfect romantic vacation too 😀
Thanks for sharing these honeymoon destinations. I recently got married and my hubby and I have yet to have our honeymoon. Hopefully, we will be able to have our honeymoon when our schedules get a little lax
What perfect timing! I really hope you get to have a honeymoon soon and in one of these destinations!
I have been to Maui and Sanibel. It is embarrassing that I have not been to the other Florida destinations since I have lived here for over 20 years. I better get moving!
Don't worry you have plenty of time and are in the right place!
Wow, there are so many places on this list! I never thought about honeymoons in Michigan, but it looks so lovely there!
Very! And it's an affordable honeymoon destination too 🙂
The beaches look so cool and these places are perfect. I will write them down in the future. Thank you for sharing
You're welcome
I am dreaming of a romantic vacation in Hawaii. I am saving this post to share with my hubby.
I hope he takes the hint!
The only places on this list I have been to are Cannon Beach and also Nantucket Island. My husband and I got married in Mexico on the beach!
How beautiful! I'm sure that was a wonderful wedding 😀
I think Hawaii is a top choice for many, but you've proven there are some equally romantic places to consider as well. Montana would be my ideal choice. Finding a remote cabin with mountain views would be memorable.
The Green O is a beautiful choice and an incredible experience!
I was not surprised to find Hawaii at the front of the list for honeymoon spots in the U.S. But was interested in the spots in the more northerly locations. I guess being Canadian I always think of heading somewhere much warmer! So Florida and California might we where I started looking. Some great new destinations here that may be good for an anniversary trip.
So glad you've taken some inspiration Linda! I hope you spend your anniversary in one of these destinations 🙂
So many great destinations to choose from! Hawaii looks so magical. I would love to check out all of those islands someday. This is such a great roundup and unique places to have a honeymoon.
Thank you! Hawaii is truly beautiful and a perfect destination for honeymooners
Some stunning places to go for honeymoon, Hawaii is top of my list, I do hope to visit it one day as it looks so beautiful and inviting
It's a great choice and there's a good reason why Hawaii is the number one state for honeymoons!
Great list! I do want to make something special for our wedding anniversary, making a honeymoon and reviewing vows sounds perfect to me. I like the list and will keep it in my mind for planning
Thank you! I hope you do something special x
With its beautiful miles of beaches, no wonder Hawaii is the top place for honeymoon destination in the U.S. I would like to go there for our second honeymoon, I guess. New England is also pretty, like Nantucket and Kennebunkport. Too bad we didn't get a chance to stop at these two towns last summer.
I'm sure you will visit them one day! Hawaii is just paradise on earth 🙂
We're in Florida and it would be best for us (and our family) to take our honeymoon trip to one of these local spots. I've been meaning to check out Sanibel.
You must visit especially as you're so close!
I love this. There are so many lovely places to honeymoon in the USA. My husband really wants to go to Hawaii.
I completely understand why, it's an incredible destination 😀
I don't travel often but Hawaii IS my bucket list- great ideas!
That's good to know!
Thanks for this article! I’m way past honeymoon, 20yrs past but I love hearing about new places to visit. I really appreciate the beach destinations because my heart belongs at the beach. I grew up on a tropical island.
You're welcome Victoria! I'm glad you enjoy the beach destinations, the US is blessed!
We never went on a honeymoon. Our 17th wedding anniversary is next week and I'm hoping we can do something for our 20th.
I really hope so too!
So many gorgeous places to explore and see wow!!! I hope one day i get to see all these stunning cities, I can't wait.
I really hope so too!
There are so many great honeymoon spots in the US! Since we got married in the pandemic, we had to postpone our international honeymoon and instead did something domestic and close to home; we chose Savannah, GA and it was wonderful!
That sounds lovely, and it's the second comment I've had on Savannah!
This is an awesome post! It's super informative, and all the destinations look so beautiful and romantic! Thanks for sharing!
It's my pleasure, there are some beautiful destinations in the US 😀
These are some awesome vacation Hotspots in the US. Never heard of some of these destinations. But this will be one of my reference blogs. Thanks for sharing.
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Some incredible destinations but for me it just has to be anywhere in Hawaii it just looks so incredible!
You can't go wrong with Hawaii!
Of this list, I have only been to Cannon Beach and Big Sur. I have to agree with your choice of Big Sur as I still have the most fond memories of our road trip down the coast of California during the pandemic. We're headed to Savannah, GA next, and I'm hoping that serves to be a romantic destination as well. Thanks for highlighting so many options!
Savannah looks so pretty and very romantic! So glad you have good memories of Big Sur!
Wow so many beautiful destinations on here! They all look beautiful
They all are 😀
I really enjoyed this list! We really do have some amazing places to go in the US. Great article, thank you!
Thank you so much Katie, I appreciate your feedback! The US has some incredible places for a honeymoon or romantic getaway 😀
All locations look so inviting. We have Hawaii on our radar for some time soon. After seeing this list, Nantucket is piquing my interest. It has that homey feel to it.
I know what you mean, Nantucket really has a old-school vibe. Just perfect for a honeymoon!