5218 Best Hotels in USA

Within this 1927 iconic building, The Mark personifies lavish comforts coupled with modern guest amenities. Given a chic interior refresh by French designer Jacques Grange, especially with its avant-garde bar, the upscale hotel has a signature, floral scent in the lobby and hallways. The Mark has partnered with chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, whose restaurant showcases innovative European classics. Vongerichten also is serving up American classics on the go: his hot dogs, scrumptious chocolate chip cookies, and hot chocolate are sold from a hot dog cart out front. A caviar restaurant, Caviar Kaspia, is on-site, as is a full-service salon from French hairdresser Frédéric Fekkai, and a John Lobb shoeshine kiosk. Guests can rent a Mercedes-Benz e-bike, The Mark's very own pedicab—as a private chauffeur—and a 70-foot Herreshoff sailboat for private three-hour cruises around New York harbor. Dogs also can have a luxe guest experience, with amenities for furry friends. 

This family-owned hotel, with a prime location in the hip West End near Powell's Books and the Pearl District, is one of the better values in town, with most of its warmly decorated and spacious rooms containing well-equipped kitchenettes. A major supporter of local arts, the hotel offers special packages that include tickets to local theaters, museums, and other attractions.

The Marker is a welcome and luxurious option on the waterfront in Old Town, with conch-style architecture and an authentic Keys aesthetic. Rooms, with their turquoise accents and natural textures, provide that oh-so-chic beach-house appeal. If you can pull yourself away from your private balcony, take a dip in one of three saltwater pools, or just bask beneath the palms in a chaise lounge. No need to get up and visit the poolside bar: your cocktail will be delivered. And that aroma of cooling key lime? It's probably you, as all bath amenities come from the local retailer Key West Aloe. In the event you long for anything, the "conchierge" will find it for you.

The nautical theme at this boutique hotel is no gimmick, as the charming establishment also serves as a working marina, and all its rooms have balconies or patios that capitalize on the views of the Matanzas River, Bridge of Lions, and downtown. A hearty, made-to-order breakfast is served each morning in the Captain's Table, and afternoon hors d'oeuvres are offered in the Driftwood Lounge. All in all, this a great place to drop your anchor on a visit to St. Augustine.

Behind a cheery 1910 Beaux-Arts facade and with smartly designed public spaces, the Marker delivers a comfortable experience amid the theater district hubbub, plus one of the area's better restaurant/bars with the Italian-themed Tratto. Some guests find standard rooms too small, but they're cleverly laid out. The hotel's amenity fee includes morning coffee and tea and late-afternoon wine, plus access to a 24-hour fitness center.

The hustle and bustle of one of the city's busiest corners vanishes as soon as the uniformed bellman opens the lobby door to reveal wood-paneled walls, antique furnishings, and chandeliers hung from high ceilings; it resembles a European grand hotel from the 19th century, and you'll feel like you're visiting royalty. Rooms are lavishly decorated (almost to the point of overkill) with French-style chaises and marble baths. One of Charleston's most prestigious fine-dining spots, Grill 225, famed for its steaks, is on the ground floor. All guests are served a continental breakfast, and those on the concierge level also enjoy afternoon tea and a beer, Champagne, and hors d'oeuvres reception in an exquisitely dressed parlor. Join sharp-looking Charlestonians on the rooftop Pavilion Bar (gents, be sure to wear a collared shirt).

Built in 1900 and once home to Jack Kerouac, this stylish boutique property has a residential feel, including a comfortable lobby—with a coffee bar, tufted couches, and shelves lined with books—that attracts guests and locals looking for a quiet place to work. Rooms are tight on space, without extras like work desks, but are elegant, with decadent throw blankets, intricate crown molding, and big wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms are equally small but attractive. There's room to spread out in the lobby, bar, and Margaux, a bistro with a bright solarium in the back.

Fans of historic boutique hotels will love this reasonably priced 1918 brick property at the foot of Queen Anne Hill. Formerly an apartment building, the MarQueen has spacious guest rooms, all with kitchens/kitchenettes and seating areas. Patrons of the opera, ballet, and theater will enjoy being just blocks from Seattle Center and Belltown. On-site spa and salon services offer a relaxing break for worn-out guests, while the speakeasy-themed Tin Lizzie Lounge downstairs is a great spot to meet fellow travelers. Note that while the historic building gives the place character, it also means it's not sealed off from street noise and that some of the rooms show their age.

The city's tallest hotel and one of a handful directly on the Inner Harbor, this 32-story Marriott has a neoclassical interior that uses multihued marble, rich jewel-toned walls, and photographs of Baltimore architectural landmarks. Although it's at the eastern end of the Inner Harbor, all downtown attractions are within walking distance. Most rooms offer unobstructed views of the city and harbor; ask for one that faces west toward downtown for a splendid panorama of the waterfront and skyscrapers.

On the site of a vast 1860s complex of warehouses, factories, mills, and a Confederate arsenal, this hotel is a key component of the Columbus Convention and Trade Center just across the street. The rooms and public areas are modern—the lobby has huge skylights that allow natural light to pour in onto the marble floors and the original brickwork of its cotton-mill origins. Rooms are simple but tasteful, and many overlook the Riverwalk Park. With a terrific location between Broadway's Victorian district and the Riverwalk, and a Houlihan's restaurant, the Marriott was a key-player of the city's downtown revival and still a great choice.

This elegant, modern Marriott caters to the business traveler and those who want to be pampered. Its two towers rise 17 stories above the highway; inside is mahogany, marble, and lots of greenery. Rooms have contemporary styling with fabrics in hues of gold and red blended with cherry furniture. There's a fee to use Wi-Fi, but guests can join Marriott's free loyalty program to waive Internet fees. The hotel is a five-minute drive from Ronald Reagan National Airport, and there's a free shuttle.

With a 77-slip marina, a full water-sports program, a golf course, two pools, tons of tennis courts, and children's activities, this self-contained resort is excellent for families, most of whom prefer to stay in the tower directly on the ocean. Nevertheless, the main building on the Intracoastal Waterway (or Indian River, as it is called here) has a lovely, spacious pool courtyard and shuttle transport to the beach. The rooms have quality fixtures like granite vanities, plush bedding, and soothing beach-accented decor. Wet bars are in all guest rooms, and the rooms in the beachside Sandpiper building have kitchenettes. The staff here are genuinely friendly and interested in making you feel at home—so much so that they'll organize children's activities even if yours are the only kids on the property. At the resort's golf-centric Ocean Club, you'll find 18 holes, a warm-up aqua range, and a putting green for members and hotel guests only. The only thing this hotel doesn't have is a wide range of eating options (there's an outdoor café at each pool, and there's just one indoor sit-down restaurant), but it gives you more of an excuse to try the great local cuisine.

From the upper levels of this imposing 16-floor tower, which is across the street from the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, the smart, neutral colors and modern lines of the furnishings set off the views of the St. Johns River and its iconic bridges. A marble-floored, wood-paneled lobby leads to the reception area, an upscale lounge (JBar), and Juliette's Bistro, where cozy banquettes and tables bask in the airiness of a lofty atrium. Bell service is exemplary; many porters have more than a decade on the job, so they can and will happily help you find just about anything, including a cab.

Good lodging can be limited around the University of Cincinnati. Many visitors end up staying in a bed and breakfast near this urban campus or in a Downtown hotel, but the Marriott Kingsgate is an excellent alternative. It's on the UC hospital campus, a few blocks from the Cincinnati Zoo, and five minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Rooms are clean, and the beds especially plush. The campus area can be congested and does not have ready Interstate access. If you plan on a lot of back-and-forth travel outside the Downtown/UC area, consider staying in another neighborhood.

This eco-friendly hotel, directly adjacent to the Washington Convention Center, spans an entire city block and is capped with an enormous atrium skylight accentuating the dramatic lobby sculpture. There are plenty of fun amenities on-site, including three restaurants, a sports bar, a bi-level health club, and two lounges. The exterior is a mix of glass and steel, yet the design cleverly incorporates the facade of the historic former headquarters of the American Federation of Labor, built in 1916.

Location is everything at this lush, 6-acre oasis in the middle of downtown San Antonio. There's a 24-hour fitness center, jogging and bicycle routes, a heated pool and whirlpool, a seasonal poolside bar, and a firepit. It's three blocks from the Alamo and a few steps from the River Walk's myriad attractions. The seven-story hotel does a brisk convention and meeting business, so book promptly. The on-site Anaqua Restaurant and Grill serves American fare at breakfast and dinner.

With more than 1,000 rooms, more than 70,000 square feet of meeting space, and a 40,000-square-foot ballroom, this 38-story hotel has all the pluses—and minuses—of a very large hotel. You may have all the services you could want and you're in the heart of the action, but if you're looking for a secluded getaway, this isn't it.  There's a fitness center and indoor/outdoor pool. The Tributary restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Market Cafe Bocadillo has packaged items to go for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You can't beat the location of these two gigantic condominium complexes at the base of Heavenly Gondola, and though both are comfortable, Timber Lodge feels more like a family vacation resort, whereas Grand Residence is geared to upper-end travelers. Units vary in size from studios to three bedrooms, and some have amenities such as stereos, fireplaces, daily maid service, and full kitchens. Ask about vacation packages.

Though primarily a time-share property, the Marriott here also offers nightly rentals, which range from hotel-style standard guest rooms to expansive and elegantly appointed one- or two-bedroom guest villa apartments, all within Ko Olina's 642-acre gated community. Situated on 30 acres and fronting a lagoon, this Beach Club resort has three pools (one with a sandy-beach bottom), a fitness center, and seven outdoor hot tubs, including two overlooking the ocean that are ideal for sunset soaks. Guests can choose from two fine-dining restaurants on the property, a casual pool bar, and a Polynesian dinner show, or purchase groceries at The Marketplace.

Watch skiers go by from the heated outdoor pool at this timeshare hotel near the lifts in arguably the most ideal location at Park City Base Area, offering traditional rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites. Gabled roofs, rough-hewn stonework, and heavy wood beams re-create the look of Park City's mining-era buildings at this resort with residential condos.

The glassed-in parlor and many guest rooms at this 1899 Mediterranean-style villa have stunning ocean views. Thoughtful details such as robes and rocking chairs create an ambience of luxury and comfort. The inn is furnished with exquisite antiques, and the owner's collection of classic race cars is on display in the patio area. Lavish breakfasts—and winemaker dinners of up to 12 courses—are served on lace-clad tables set with china, crystal, and silver.

Each of the four well-appointed rooms in this boutique hotel is themed as a room you'd find in a large Texas house—the Library, the Farmhouse, the Shop, and the Ranch—and they're all beautifully decorated with thoughtfully chosen antiques. You won't find a stale B&B vibe here; instead, expect pops of bright color and amenities like walk-in showers, luxurious bathrobes, and Keurig coffeemakers. Book the Library and you'll also get a fireplace and a balcony overlooking the courthouse square.

Far from the noisy crowds, Maswik accommodations are in two-story, contemporary motel-style buildings nestled in a shady ponderosa pine forest. The lodge, named for a Hopi kachina who is said to guard the canyon, is ¼ mile from the rim. Maswik rooms are larger than most on the South Rim and have brighter, newer furnishings, air-conditioning, and plenty of extras like refrigerators, coffeemakers, and safes. Families appreciate the lodge's food court and pizza pub, a casual spot with a big-screen TV.

Budget-friendly rates and a central location amid the island's civic, transportation, and commercial hubs make this two-story bayfront hotel a solid choice. The rooms are basic, but it's an easy walk to malls, the University of Hawaii Maui College, a performing arts center, and restaurants.

These one- and two-bedroom condos—some with ocean views—lie across the street from one of Maui's best beach parks, Kamaole III, and the property has tropical gardens, two tennis courts, two pools (one in a grotto with a waterfall), a whirlpool spa, and barbecue grills. Condos have two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and washers and dryers; for extra space, reserve the popular two-bedroom units, which have a loft-style master bedroom.

If you're looking for a low-key place with a friendly staff, this small, delightful beachfront property on Napili Bay may be for you. The tastefully decorated rooms have free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges and microwaves, and some have connecting doors so they can be configured for families, but no TVs or phones. The lush 2-acre grounds feature a pool, gas grills, and a thatched hale (covered space) for gatherings.

Surrounded by the emerald greens of a world-class oceanside golf course, the private, independent, luxury condominiums at Islands at Mauna Lani offer spacious two-story suites, while Mauna Lani Point's villas are closer to the beach. In the former, the privately owned units, individually decorated according to the owners' tastes, have European cabinets and oversize soaking tubs in the main bedrooms. The latter are smaller but have better views and are steps away from the water. Both properties are a short distance from the shopping, dining, and gourmet groceries at the Shops at Mauna Lani.

Located atop the Milk Market on the Dairy Block within walking distance of Coors Field, the Maven's quiet, larger-than-average rooms help shield guests from the chaos going on in the lobby and surrounding area. The front desk is a bit hidden within the bustling entrance, but once upstairs that all fades away in the modern, chic rooms, which offer lofted ceilings, massive windows with Coors Field or city views, and art that's unique to each space (the art hanging around the rest of the hotel is worth checking out, too). The $25 (plus tax) daily amenity fee gets guests a cup of coffee each morning, a beverage during happy hour, use of a courtesy car within a 2-mile radius, and access to a small but decent fitness center as well as discounts on food and shopping. Some rooms sport a swing or sectional sofa while others have a walk-out balcony or soaking tub; there are bunk-bed rooms available, too, which are ideal for families (guests need to request specific room attributes). The colorful, light-filled Milk Market houses 16 Frank Bonanno concept spots, including Lou's Hot and Naked for chicken, Morning Jones for baked goods, and MoPoke for Hawaiian-style sushi, along with several cocktail bars/lounges, coffee shops, and retail stores.

A self-described "roadhouse for wanderers," the Maverick is an updated motor lodge that defines Alpine's artful personality. Opposite Sul Ross State University, it offers Southwestern-style rooms and kitchenettes that whisper back to gentler times. Outside, there's a loose sense of community among the guests who gather at the swimming pool cabana or in a yard with horseshoes and a charcoal grill. Then there are the outdoor cats that act like they own the joint, and the guitar in the lobby that Willie Nelson played when he stayed here.