Celebrate Valentine's Day with Your Sweetheart at one of Chicago's Most Romantic Hotels, The Peninsula Chicago

For the ultimate Valentine’s Day celebrate at The Peninsula Chicago, consistently named among the Most Romantic Hotels in the country. Guests can customize their celebration with a selection of dining, spa, and guestroom offerings.

'Chocolate Bar at The Pen' makes a special return to The Lobby for Valentine’s Weekend

For guests interested in indulging in the chocolate buffet exclusively, reservations can be made for Friday, February 13, through Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm for US$ 85 per person for adults and US$ 50 for children ages five to 12, plus tax and gratuity. The Peninsula’s pastry team offers guests a Valentine-theme buffet of elegant bite-sized chocolate desserts and morsels. The Chocolate Bar features a chocolate action station and items such as warm chocolate marble pound cake, s’mores tart, white chocolate pistachio cake, strawberry chocolate cream puff, milk chocolate crème brûlée, vegan chocolate cake, chocolate hazelnut Rocher, assorted candy items feature chocolate pecan toffee, chocolate barks, and more. 'Chocolate Bar at The Pen' is accompanied by piano entertainment. Reservations may be made via TOCK. Large party requests of eight guests or more for The Chocolate Bar must contact [email protected] for reservations. 

Celebrate Romance in Shanghai Terrace

Those interested in an Asian-inspired dinner can reserve the special five-course set menu in Shanghai Terrace, with choice of entrée offered Friday, February 13, 2026, and Saturday, February 14, 2026. Start with Chef Elmo Han’s appetizer duo of golden prawn and honey crisp chicken, followed by a traditional dim sum trio: pork siewmai, shrimp spring roll and vegetable dumpling. The next course features jumbo crab corn chowder. Choice of entrée includes Peninsula XO lobster or Szechwan beef tenderloin. Complete the romantic dinner with a plated dessert created just for this occasion by the Executive Pastry Chef.  The Valentine’s holiday menu is US$ 160 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Wine pairings are available for an additional US$ 88 per person. Reservations may be made via OpenTable.

Shanghai Terrace Celebration in The Lobby

For guests interested in enjoying Shanghai Terrace’s five-course set menu in The Lobby setting, diners can indulge in Chocolate Bar at The Pen (the hotel’s famous chocolate buffet) for dessert in place of the plated dessert. This special menu will be available on Friday February 13 and Saturday February 14, 2026. This experience is available for US$ 225 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Wine pairings are available for an additional US$ 88 per person. A pianist provides the entertainment. Reservations may be made via TOCK. 

Z Bar Welcomes Gal Pals Toasting Galentine’s Day & Couples for Valentine’s Holiday
Sip the Galentini cocktail beginning on Galentine’s Day (February 13) through Sunday, February 15, 2026. This pink delight is comprised of Empress 1908 gin, Chartreuse yellow liquor, Giffard Crème de Violette and lemon for US $24. On Friday, February 13, 2026, gal pals and couples can capture their affection and make lasting memories in Z Bar’s photo booth while the DJ keeps the romantic energy alive and hearts thumping.

Pamper Your Partner (and Yourself)

Couples looking to relax together this Valentine’s Day holiday can indulge in a range of treatments at The Peninsula Spa or guests may choose to reserve in-room massages. Gift certificates also make for a wonderful expression of love.

Romantic Retreats
Overnight accommodations for February 13 weekend start at US$ 475 for a Superior Room and US$ 1,050 for an Executive Suite, plus tax. 

To make reservations or for more information on additional packages, please call direct at +1 (312) 337 2888, toll-free at +1 (866) 288 8889, visit peninsula.com/chicago or e-mail [email protected] or [email protected]. Guests may also reserve some of the experiences via TOCK or via OpenTable.  Note that prices listed do not include tax and gratuity. Rates are subject to change and based on availability. Terms and conditions apply.