The Best Places to Take a Date in Mendoza, Argentina

A vineyard in Mendoza, a great place for a date
A vineyard in Mendoza, a great place for a date | © Mark Surman/Flickr
Sorcha O'Higgins

Mendoza is easily one of the most romantic places in Argentina. From its picturesque city laden with exceptionally manicured parks and plazas to the backdrop of the Andes mountains, Mendoza charms with its beauty. We round up the best places to take someone out on a date in Mendoza.

Chacras de Coria

Check out the vineyards in Chacras de Coria

Many couples have trouble choosing whether to stay in the city or the valleys when they come to Mendoza. Well, Chacras de Coria give you the best of both worlds so you don’t have to choose. Located outside the city at the entrance to the wine circuits route, this little enclave has everything you need to enjoy Mendoza without ferrying back and forth between the city and the vineyards. It is full of both idyllic boutique hotels and vineyards, as well as world-class restaurants, and so is the perfect choice for a romantic weekend getaway.

Private tour of vineyards

Bike the wineries

A perfect path for biking between vineyards

For the more active couples out there, hiring bikes to spend the day cycling around the vineyards is one of the most romantic pursuits that you can do. There are plenty of bike rental options all over Mendoza, so put aside an afternoon to cruise around this incredible landscape of sprawling vineyards and epic mountains. Just make sure to stay hydrated, as cycling and drinking wine all day can really take it out of you!

1. Vines of Mendoza

Hotel

For those looking to experience the luxurious side of Mendoza, the hotel, spa, restaurant and vineyard at Vines of Mendoza is the place for you. Home to Francis Mallmann’s epic Siete Fuegos restaurant, this complex also has a state-of-the-art spa that benefits from a superb location in the Andean foothills, and has everything you need to relax and recharge after a long day exploring the area.

Vines of Mendoza (Tasting Room), RP 94, Los Sauces, Mendoza, Argentina +54 261 461-3800

Brindillas

This popular restaurant is located near Chacras de Coria and offers diners a set menu or an exquisite five course tasting menu, perfect for that special occasion. The setting is minimal and chic, and anyone looking for a romantic night out with that special someone will be delighted by what they find in store for them in Brindillas.

Brindillas, Guardia Vieja, Mendoza, Argentina +54 261 496 3650

Cacheuta Hot Springs

Hot springs in Mendoza

Mendoza gets very hot in the summer, and so one of the best ways to cool off is to head to the Cacheuta Hot Springs. This complex has a waterpark for kids and a number of public baths, but it also has a private spa with a number of bathing pools for anyone who wants to spend their time with a little more privacy in this unparalleled location, surrounded by the Mendocino mountains.

Cacheuta Hot Springs (Park), RP82, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina +54 2624 49-0139

Spa at Cacheuta Hot Spring, Ruta Provincial 82, Km 38, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina +54 2624 49-0152

2. Casa El Enemigo

Restaurant, Bodega

Another great option for romantics of all ages, Casa El Enemigo is a bodega inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy, and is a singular experience for anyone wanting to try out the real taste of Mendoza. This private enclave has its own vineyard and restaurant located in a luxurious setting, and it is a popular place for couples who have come to Mendoza for its romantic environment as well as its world class wines and food.

Casa El Enemgio, Videla Aranda 7008, 5519 Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina +54 261 413-9178

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