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With its surf, sunsets and sea air, the West Coast has all the ingredients for a perfect romantic getaway. Add to that the pampering you get at a bed and breakfast and you might not want to return home. These sumptuous bed and breakfasts offer the best of West Coast hospitality.

Seattle has much to offer couples in search of romance. From dinners by candlelight at gourmet restaurants to walks along the shores of the Puget Sound, you are sure to rekindle your passions. Enjoy it all from the Inn at Harbor Steps, one of Seattle’s best bed and breakfast options. Decorated like a fine, boutique hotel, the inn offers romantic and spacious rooms with sitting areas, fireplaces and garden views. The inn is within walking distance to shops, galleries and restaurants and near to all of Seattle’s major attractions.

With its spectacular water and mountain views and peaceful, remote location, Whidbey Island is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway. Just 80 miles from Seattle, the island offers galleries, shops, restaurants, a historic lighthouse and unique festivals throughout the year. For romantic accommodations, try the Saratoga Inn, where you’ll find beautifully decorated guest rooms with fireplaces and views of the water and Cascade Mountains. A full breakfast and gourmet afternoon treats are among the amenities.

Escape from the city and enjoy a few peaceful days at the Seal Cove Inn. The bed and breakfast is just 24 miles from San Francisco by the town of Half Moon Bay, but it feels worlds away. The grounds are shaded by towering cypress trees and gardens. A walking path leads to a bluff looking out to the nearby sea. Guest rooms are spacious with king beds, sitting areas and fireplaces. Each room also has either a private balcony or terrace. Guests are pampered with a full breakfast and afternoon treats.

The West Cliff Inn combines the romance of ocean views with the historic ambiance of a restored Victorian manor. The three-story Victorian Italianate bed and breakfast offers guest rooms with king beds and fireplaces. Some rooms include a jetted spa tub. One particularly romantic suite has its own private, outdoor hot tub. After a full breakfast, head out and take a walk along the beach or explore the Santa Cruz Boardwalk.

Pacific Grove, located along the rugged shores of the Monterey Peninsula, is a picture-perfect town and also home to two of California’s most romantic inns. The Green Gables Inn boasts an awesome ocean view, located just across the street from the water. The historic Victorian has 11 unique, romantic rooms, and several offer a stunning view. Upgrade to the Celebration Package and you’ll enjoy sparkling wine, chocolate truffles and breakfast in bed. At the Gosby House Inn, guest rooms are done in a romantic English Country style, several have sitting areas with a fireplace. The Carriage House includes two rooms, each with a spa tub, fireplace and balcony. Both of these inns are close to popular local attractions, such as the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

For luxury and romance at a Los Angles bed and breakfast, try the Channel Road Inn in Santa Monica. Each of the 15 guest rooms has been decorated individually. Beds are topped with fine linens and fluffy pillows, and many rooms have a fireplace or jetted spa tub. A few rooms even have a peek view of the nearby ocean. The inn is within walking distance of many local shops and restaurants and the town’s world-famous boardwalk, as well as a short drive from museums and other popular attractions.

Enjoy a romantic getaway filled with relaxing amenities at the Blue Lantern Inn. Located about an hour south of Los Angeles, the bed and breakfast is perched on a bluff overlooking the Dana Point Harbor. The guest rooms are spacious and romantically appointed, and each includes a fireplace and whirlpool tub. Several rooms include a view of the coastline and harbor. The inn’s spa offers a variety of relaxing treatments, from Swedish massage to a green tea European facial. Add on the Celebration Package and enjoy breakfast in bed, a bottle of champagne, chocolate truffles and a soft teddy bear. Several restaurants are within walking distance, and Laguna Beach is just a short drive away.