5203 Best Hotels in USA

Rocking chairs are set all along the front porch, which runs the width of this inviting Second Empire building with its dormer windows. Guest rooms are uncluttered, making them seem even roomier than they are. Crisp clean walls, king- and queen-size beds, and wall-to-wall carpeting lend modernity. Pastel quilts in traditional patterns and period reproductions are nods to this inn's history and its place on the National Register of Historic Places.

In the quaint village of Eaton Center, about 10 miles south of North Conway, this stately 1884 Greek Revival inn contains finely appointed rooms with dramatic themes, each filled with a mix of curious and whimsical art and collectibles from the innkeepers' travels. The gardens are spectacular. Breakfast is a tasty and filling country spread with delicious baked goods.

This inventively designed B&B in a former rail depot views itself as a link to the era of luxury train travel, and each double room or suite, complete with fireplace and featherbeds, is inspired by a different destination—Italy's Portofino, France's Côte d'Azur, Japan's Kyoto. One suite is decorated like a railroad baron's Pullman car. Some accommodations have private patios with hot tubs. This is a great place for an adults-only weekend.

Transformed from Fort McKinley, an 1800s United States Army coastal defense fort, into a modern and swanky inn, this sprawling property welcomes guests with myriad things to do: play some tennis or indoor basketball; lounge at the pool; meditate in the yoga studio; or grab one of the complimentary bikes and explore the nearby trails. Best of all, though, may be the three dining options: the sleek lobby bar; the poolside cabana and firepit serving pizza and sandwiches; and the lovely waterfront Diamond's Edge Restaurant + Marina, which is a magnet for those coming by boat just to enjoy its refined menu of New England dishes.

For those with kids who like animals, East Hill Farm is heaven: a family resort with daylong children's programs on a 160-acre farm overlooking Mt. Monadnock that include milking cows; collecting eggs; feeding the sheep, donkeys, cows, rabbits, horses, chickens, goats, and ducks; horseback and pony rides; hiking and hay rides in summer; and sledding and sleigh rides in winter. Rates include most activities and three meals in a camplike dining hall, and rooms are comfortable, but not fancy, and some have fireplaces. Because all meals are included, rates are per person; the cost for children is less, and those under age two stay free.

Most of the rooms—which are all outfitted with armchairs and ottomans and floral-print duvet covers and featherbeds—in this unabashedly romantic 1893 inn on the Ellis River have fireplaces, and some also have balconies with Adirondack chairs and whirlpool tubs. A pub room has a pool table, dart boards, and other games, and you can watch the river from the enclosed indoor hot tub or relax outside in a dry sauna and heated swimming pool.

A stone's throw from the bustle of Kennebunkport and just a mile from the beach, this charming boutique B&B is housed in a gorgeously restored, 1860s farmhouse and carriage house. Guest rooms feature heavenly mattresses and the highest-quality bedding under high ceilings. Each morning includes a healthy, sumptuous, and locally sourced multicourse breakfast in the dining room or on the seasonal brick patio, weather permitting. Bicycles and an automated Italian wine bar are available for guest use. A two-bedroom cottage is available in season.

Hikers, spagoers, and—above all—golfers flock to this plush boutique resort set amid the red rock canyons northwest of downtown, surrounded by a world-class Johnny Miller–designed golf course that was completely rebuilt in 2022 and offering a top-notch spa, pool, and fitness facility. Accommodations come in a range of sizes and layouts, from compact studios to sprawling three- and four-bedroom suites and casitas; all have whirlpool tubs, private patios with sweeping views, and fireplaces, but the bigger units have kitchens and living rooms. A restaurant, pool, tennis court, and hiking trails round out the amenities.

This inn, a farmhouse built in 1840, sits at the water's edge at the end of a quiet road with views of boats sailing in the Eggemoggin Reach. The location and a private beach provide an undisturbed island atmosphere. The main house's three guest rooms have a private bath and water views, while the two-bedroom cottage (The Mooring) has a separate entrance and full amenities, and can sleep up to five guests.

This Craftsman-style inn with a huge front veranda, porch swings, and rocking chairs is filled with antiques, and each room is uniquely decorated. The romantic Lighthouse Room has a king-size bed, a fireplace, and a screened-in porch. The Family Wildlife Room can accommodate up to four guests (it has two queen beds). Innkeeper Ted whips up a delicious Southern-style breakfast each morning featuring farm fresh eggs, locally made sausage, fresh baked breads, and more. 

While it may look like a cookie-cutter chain hotel, many of the rooms at this midrange property set among tall trees have Mt. Rainier views, and suites have fireplaces or jetted tubs. Browse through the little shop, which is jam-packed with good-quality regional crafts and local beers and wines.

Every room has a view of Seneca Lake at this inn 10 mile north of Watkins Glen, built in 1999 to complement the on-site Glenora winery (Seneca Lake's oldest winery, opened in 1977). All rooms are furnished with Mission-style pieces and have either a balcony or patio; Vintners Select rooms have fireplaces. The restaurant, Veraisons, serves three upscale-American meals a day in a cathedral-ceiling dining room with a stone fireplace, a patio, and excellent lake views.

Art deco–style motifs dominate the lobby and rooms of this four-story hotel, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group. The inn, opened in 1995, is in the center of Great Neck Plaza, surrounded by shops and restaurants. Rooms have large windows and desks, plush carpeting, and streamlined furnishings. Bathrooms have marble vanities; some have whirlpool tubs.

Occupying five restored buildings at the same site as the Waterwheel Restaurant, the rooms of this state historical landmark inn are in a Colonial Virginia style. Four units are in the original miller's house; others occupy the former blacksmith's shop, hardware store, gristmill, and cottage. Some of the rooms have fireplaces and patios, and each has its own unique decor, from Colonial cottage chic to modern rustic cabin charm. A continental breakfast is included in the rate. The Inn is at the border of The Homestead resort property so you can easily walk up and explore that area. It's also within walking distance of shops and a convenience store.

Luxurious accommodations spread out over three historic buildings—the Main House, Mulliken House, and the Barn—are well-appointed with bright, fun decor and amenities like Frette linens. Some rooms have rain showers or plunge baths in marble bathrooms. Guests can request the use of the inn's Volvo to explore. Upscale American fare is offered at the Town Meeting Bistro, and Saturday high tea or Sunday brunch make the weekend extra special. Snacks in the guest room and continental breakfast are included.

Built in the mid-1800s as a B&O Railroad tobacco warehouse, this richly decorated, warmly inviting B&B–style inn has harbor or garden views from all of its rooms. The inn is at the water's edge, on the very peninsula that gave Fells Point its name. Adjacent to the inn is a marina with slips to 150 feet; all possible amenities are available to visiting yachters. It's a short, scenic walk from the shops, bars, and restaurants of central Fells Point.

The inn is at the base of the Holiday Valley ski resort's Sunrise Quad ski lift. In winter a free shuttle brings guests to the main chalet. All rooms have patios or balconies, most with mountain views; suites have cathedral ceilings, fireplaces, wet bars, and jetted tubs. The decor is traditional but streamlined. Other pluses: an outdoor hot tub, flat-screen TVs in all rooms, and facilities for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in addition to the downhill trails. In late 2009, the resort will open another lodging option, the 79-condo-unit Tamarack Hotel.

This homey yet distinctive B&B—designed in 1902 by famed architect Stanford White for the Baldwin family of piano fame—is reasonably priced, charmingly furnished, and in the heart of the village. The foyer's staircase is grand, but the overall ambience is relaxed and unpretentious, and guest rooms have oversize windows that let in plenty of sunlight; most also have fireplaces.

Overlooking downtown Hilo and the ocean beyond, this inn sits next to a 120-foot waterfall that tumbles into a 300-foot-wide natural pond—enticing for swimming, conditions permitting. Powered by its own hydroelectric facility, the compound consists of a main residence with four guest rooms; the six-bedroom Harmony home; and the three-story Pagoda Guest House, with a bedroom and 1½ baths, perched near the cliff above the falls. All rooms have a private bath. Adding to the resort-style offerings, the chef's table dinners showcase local ingredients. Guest activities include waterfall rappelling and cooking classes. The addition of rustic off-grid cabins provides an affordable glamping option akin to a communal hostel experience. The inn offers a day-pass program for nonguests to enjoy the waterfall.

This two-story Travelodge by Wyndham motel sits on a hill overlooking Lander and is within walking distance of restaurants and discount-store shopping. The small outdoor area has picnic tables. Children 12 and under stay free with one paying adult.

A grand stone-and-wood structure, this luxury ski-in ski-out hotel in Mountain Village resembles an alpine lodge with contemporary furnishings. All the suites have Juliet balconies, kitchenettes, jetted tubs, gas-fired stone fireplaces, and in-room washers and dryers. Amenities include rooftop hot tubs, ski and boot storage, a full breakfast buffet, and fabulous dining at Siam's Talay Grille.

Located between the Taconic and Green Mountains just a short distance from Manchester's main strip, this classic inn has a variety of comfortable rooms, all slightly different from the next. The Thyme room has Vermont-themed art hung on powder blue walls, while the Sage Suite has a seating area with a TV, a fireplace, and a jetted bathtub. Lovingly prepared breakfasts include Vermont Coffee Company blends, quiches, homemade granola, and the inn's famous cottage cakes (a mix of cottage cheese, eggs, melted butter, and flour baked on a pancake griddle and served with maple syrup and warm apricot jelly). 

Shore pines around this 1987 Scandinavian structure give upper-floor patios a tree-house feel, and it's just half a block from the beach. Filled with light-color woods, beams, and glass, all rooms have decks, some have skylights, and three rooms are designed with families in mind (and have sleeper sofas and kitchenettes). In winter, it's a great place for storm watching.

New ownership in 2020 has brought the former Mazama Country Inn, a longtime no-frills base camp for outdoor recreation enthusiasts, a new name, upgraded rooms and amenities, and an expanded focus on serving both sports enthusiasts and people who simply want to retreat and recharge away from it all. While the rooms don't have TVs, the inn has Wi-Fi throughout the property, co-working spaces, and private offices that can be rented by the day, week, or month. Rooms vary in style and may come with gas fireplaces, fridges, microwaves, coffee makers, sleeping lofts, jetted tubs, and patios. Inn amenities include a seasonal pool, hot tub, sauna, and tennis and pickleball courts. More upgrades are in the works, too.

Part of a collection of independently owned lodgings, this comfortable, modern, three-story hotel with plushly traditional rooms stands out with a fabulous location that provides easy access to the Brandywine Valley's major attractions in both Pennsylvania and Delaware. Wooden headboards and other furnishings, as well as wall-to-wall carpeting and curtains with valances in neutral tones, may make the rooms feel a bit old-fashioned, but the good beds and furniture are restful after a day of sightseeing (or working). The lobby and areas on the upstairs floors have comfortable sofas and chairs for gathering. Although there are restaurants nearby, the bar and on-property restaurant (closed Monday and Tuesday; no lunch except Sunday brunch) offer American fare at different price points (expensive mains, but there are lower-price options). The fire pit outdoors in season is a nice touch.   

Rooms at this inn, in an 1800s-era National Guard Armory in the heart of downtown Middletown, mix Colonial-style furnishings with modern amenities; all have views of the Connecticut River. The Tavern at the Armory serves tasty contemporary American fare.

The capital's most charming lodging option, this lovingly tended inn dating to 1830 has rooms filled with antique four-poster beds and Windsor chairs—all have private (if small) baths. Outside the formal sitting room is a sensational wraparound Colonial Revival porch, perfect for reading a book or enjoying a drink from the inn's full bar and watching the townsfolk stroll by. You can leave your car here and walk everywhere in town.

Surrounded by eucalyptus trees, this inn abuts a heron rookery and Morro Bay State Park. The setting, on the edge of Morro Bay, is beautiful, though the birds can cause a din (and make a mess of parked cars). Many of the contemporary California–style rooms have fireplaces, private decks, and bay views.

Quilts, folk art, and original paintings and photographs fill this colorful inn up the hill from Occidental's shops and restaurants. An air of relaxed refinement prevails amid the whimsical antiques and fine Asian rugs in the ground-floor living room. Rooms are divided between ones in the main Victorian home and newer courtyard ones occupying a chocolate-brown board-and-batten structure behind it. Some rooms—such as Cirque du Sonoma, with a bright yellow-and-red color scheme—brim with personality; others are more sedate. Most are spacious, with private decks and jetted tubs; all are comfortable and have fireplaces. Good for families and groups, the two-bedroom Sonoma Cottage, whose decor is more straightforward contemporary than the other accommodations, sits next to the main house. Pets are allowed in the cottage and a few designated rooms for an additional fee.