5204 Best Hotels in USA

Set amid towering evergreens in a tranquil patch of Lassen National Forest, this delightfully unfussy 1930s cabin and camping resort feels as though it could be inside the national park, although it's actually about 10 miles south on a scenic country road. Nine dark-wood cabins with bright-green roofs accommodate four guests (six in some cases), and all have handcrafted beds, simple but fully equipped kitchens, and barbecue grills and fire pits. You can pick up basic groceries in the old-fashioned general store, and a casual restaurant and bar serves burgers and other hearty fare, plus craft beers and milk shakes. There are several RV sites, as well as camping cabins, primitive tent sites, and glamping options.

Choose from four lodgings at this rambling resort: relaxing Church Landing and Bay Point are both on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee; convivial Mill Falls—with a pool—and Chase House are across the street, next to a 19th-century mill that houses shops and restaurants. Which to choose? Bay Point has waterfront rooms with private balconies, and Chase House has fireplace rooms, but the real star of the show is Church Landing, an Adirondack-style lodge whose lush rooms have dramatic water views.

Built in the 1790s as a classic Cape Cod cottage, this place has been turned into anything but your typical B&B—rooms have each been luxuriously designed around a particular theme, with the utmost good taste and flair. Each room has a fireplace, and beds have feather mattresses and high-thread-count cotton sheets that would be hard to leave were it not for the savory smell of the professionally cooked brunch wafting up the stairs.

A former flour mill near a bridge has been converted into this inviting small hotel, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lobby is decorated in wood accents with Native American art throughout, while furniture from an old dude ranch fills public spaces, giving it a definite Western style. The rooms are more contemporary in style and lack historic character, and some face a busy street; all have doors opening directly onto an outdoor walkway. The building has six stories, but the top four floors are business offices.

Rooms are comfortably furnished, warm, and inviting at this circa-1780 inn set beside the large, unspoiled Damariscotta Lake, where casual afternoon gatherings on the deck and hammocks-for-two overlooking the water make the most of the location. You might see loons, herons, bald eagles, and other wildlife on an excursion with the owner in an antique Lyman powerboat. Swimming is big here, or you can go for a paddle: several canoes and SUPs, plus a kayak, are available for guests' use. Don't miss the fascinating fish ladder, a short walk away, where alewives swim upstream every spring to spawn. Downtown Damariscotta's shops and restaurants are 2 miles away.

The only hotel in downtown Mill Valley comprises one of the area's first homes, the Creek House, which has smart-looking Victorian rooms; a main building with 16 rooms; and two small cottages nestled in a grove beyond a creek. Beds are made with crisp white linens, starkly contrasting with the deep browns and greens of the ferns and towering redwoods just outside the windows. Hiking and biking trails are steps away, as are Lytton Square and downtown shops, restaurants, and performing arts. A continental breakfast is provided each morning, and there's an evening wine-and-cheese reception.

The house, built in 1810, was remodeled in 1838 when classical detailing was all the rage (witness the majestic columns in the front hall). If the interior recalls 17th-century Italy, it's because most of the furniture came from the current owner's palazzo near Modena. Elegant marquetry tables grace the parlors and lush silk draperies dress many windows. Extensive gardens surround the house, and a sculpture garden displays works by local artists. If arranged three days in advance, guests can order a three-course dinner prepared by your hosts.

One of the newer additions to Millbrook's pantheon of hotels, the Millbook Inn is a sophisticated country house located a few miles from the center of town. Set in a former boys' school dormitory, the restored rooms are decorated with traditional dark wood furniture and black-and-white photographs. The Anne Room has a four-poster bed and a hot tub. The inn also has a restaurant.

As the local headquarters of John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign and the location of some of the earliest Academy Awards ceremonies, this Downtown treasure, with its gilded 1923 Beaux Arts design, exudes ambience and history. These days, the Biltmore hosts business travelers drawn by its central location, ample meeting spaces, and well-outfitted fitness center, open 24/7. The hotel is also popular for weddings. Renovated guest rooms, though small by today's measures, have formal furnishings and marble bathrooms. Pack your bathing suit to wear at the vintage tiled indoor pool.

Spanning two towers near the United Nations, this Hilton offering starts on the 28th floor and has fabulous views—ask for a room facing west, toward Manhattan's skyline. A multilingual staff caters to a discerning clientele, including heads of state. The serene rooms are warmly lit with soft neutral tones and furnished with work desks and ergonomic chairs, Crabtree & Evelyn bath products, and Hilton's luxurious linen collection. Standout amenities include the only indoor tennis court in a New York hotel (by appointment only), a 24-hour fitness center, and a convenient coffee bar serving Italian Illy products and pastries and sandwiches. The on-site restaurant, Ambassador Grill, and lobby are both designated New York City interior landmarks.

This 1927 hotel has had a number of identities—including the speakeasy for Capone to a 1970s stint as the Playboy Hotel and Towers under owner Hugh Hefner; these days the guest rooms sport a gold, beige, plum, and espresso color palette. Your downtime is well spent in the lobby bar, which offers seasonally inspired cocktails and an extensive martini list.

As at the other hotels built in town since gaming was reintroduced in 1989, the architecture of Mineral Palace blends in with the historic buildings of Deadwood while the rooms have modern furnishings, but with floral bedspreads, burgundy carpeting, and hardwood trim that give them a slightly Victorian look. There are Jacuzzis in the VIP and Royal suites. The Gem Steakhouse and Saloon serves a variety of steaks for dinner and is also open for breakfast and lunch.

Large windows in each room at this charming motel look out onto Lake Superior's harbor, and accommodations are also offered in rustic cottages and a lodge. The one- and two-bedroom cottages feature a gas range and a refrigerator, while the lodge has a cozy lounge with a fireplace, television, and reading material. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and there's satellite TV in each room. The Astor House Museum, which displays antique dolls, toys, and Native American artifacts, is on the grounds.

Cathedral ceilings, Arts and Crafts styling, and towering windows with views of white cliffs or deep forests contribute to the delight of this lodge. Works by local artists and photographers add interest. Some guest rooms have balconies.

Mint House's Hillsboro Village location offers spacious studio and one-bedroom rentals with far more amenities than offered by most hotels, including in-room kitchens, laundry, and seating areas. That it's walking distance from Hillsboro Village's many attractions makes Mint House your home away from home.

This New Age health spa 30 miles north of Tucson, popular with celebrities, has a secluded desert setting and beautiful Southwestern rooms. Most of the spa services and wellness programs, based primarily on Eastern philosophies, aim to put you in touch with your inner self. Choices include being pampered with a hot stone massage or seaweed body mask, and participating in fitness, meditation, equine, and nature activities. All gratuities and meals, including tasty buffets (with calories and fat content noted), are included.

This 380-acre resort underwent a $130 million renovation and name change, transforming the former Cranwell Resort into a more polished, high-end Miraval property. A renewed focus on health and wellness means guests are given access to golfing, spa packages, yoga and fitness classes, equine programming, and nutrition counselling. This is an all-inclusive experience, with large rooms, plenty of activities, a world-class spa and dining options that are included in the price of your stay. Miraval is less about experiencing the Berkshires and more about your own mental and physical health journey within the property's offerings. 

Understated elegance is the rule at this châteaulike property. Mirbeau is French for "reflected beauty" and appropriately, the complex wraps around a water garden with lovely lilies and an arched wooden walkway. The 10,000-square-foot Roman-style spa has the region's most extensive treatment menu. Rooms have fireplaces, French-country furnishings, down comforters, and soaking tubs. On Saturday night the elegant Giverny restaurant, which serves contemporary takes on seafood and game, hosts live jazz. Four- and five-course tasting menus are available.

This unassuming 1886 Victorian inn claims fame as the temporary home of author Marguerite Henry, who wrote Misty of Chincoteague. Here, in 1947, she spent two of her six weeks in Chincoteague preparing the background for her renowned children's novel. Miss Molly, the daughter of the home's builder, spent most of her life here. Guests have their pick of five bay-front porches loaded with comfy rocking chairs, and there are bicycles and beach gear available for use.

Once a prim little inn, then a raucous bordello, this place above the Star Café has been reincarnated as a unique B&B. Each room is different, but all are furnished with Old West antiques. Only one has a private bath; guests in other rooms share three bathrooms. Folks say Miss Molly's is haunted by friendly ghosts, which scares some guests away and attracts others. While there is no policy excluding children as guests, families with children under 10 are discouraged from staying here.

In 2021, Oceanside awakened with major redevelopment due in part to this beachfront boutique hotel across from the pier, which beckons young couples with perfect martinis, chill vibes, and sleek water-facing rooms. Built with thoughtful preservation, modern beautification, and an entrepreneurial spirit, this Hyatt property at the heart of the Mission Avenue Improvement Project joined with Oceanside Museum of Art to curate the artwork, and with Baja’s chef Roberto Alcocer at the fine-dining Valle. To step up the energy, head to the Rooftop Bar, or simply catch some waves in front of the hotel. The ground level houses the famous High Pie (at the Top Gun House) as well as High/Low, considered the best brunch spot in town. For spa services, head across the street to its sister property, The Seabird, and sign charges back to your room.

Movie star Clint Eastwood owns this sprawling property where accommodations include rooms in a converted barn and several cottages, some with fireplaces. The ranch is nicely decorated but low-key, with a 19th-century farmhouse as the central building, a sheep pasture, bird-filled wetlands, and a sweeping view of the ocean. Though the ranch belongs to Eastwood, relaxation, not celebrity, is the focus here.

One of the best bargains in town, this timber-frame motel offers small, clean rooms at the south end of the Moab strip near restaurants and shops. Knotty-pine walls, western furnishings, and old movie posters from the many flicks filmed in the area, give it a little more character than most motels in this price range. Ask for a room at the back of the property to avoid noise from Main Street traffic.

One of the best values amid Moab's increasingly pricey lodging landscape, this homey downtown property is, as the name suggests, rustic—but the 35 rooms are clean and comfortable and provide space for families or friends traveling together. Standard amenities include 50-inch flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes. Within a short walk of downtown restaurants and shops, the inn also has a heated pool with a good-size picnic and barbecue area.

In addition to bungalows and town homes, this 18-acre historic property offers an expansive, private, shaded meadow, where guests can rest on lounge chairs and hammocks, wade in a cold-water spring, and even barbecue their dinner on an outdoor grill. First developed by William Grandstaff in the late 19th century, the ranch house is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the spacious, studio-style bungalows and townhouses are tidy and modern, with high ceilings, private balconies, and tons of natural light. Bungalows come with kitchenettes, while townhouses have full kitchens, a washer and dryer, and other amenities. 

A modernized version of midcentury California motels, with low flat ceilings and square furniture, this design hotel is located in the new and hip Linen District (right off downtown). Interior features include lime-green walls, faux deer antlers, and glass-tiled “rainfall” showers. The very popular bar, off the lobby, buzzes on Friday nights with a 5 o’clock collection of young musicians, poets, and artists sipping on favorites like the “Layover.” The bar food is arguably the best in Boise, but come early to snag a table.

Sophisticated and sleek, and on the edge of SoHo, the ModernHaus wows with understated luxury that never sacrifices comfort for style. The guest rooms are elegant, from the dark-wood floors to the well-chosen art, but the real focus is the view of Manhattan out the giant windows—who needs a TV (there is one) when you can just stare out at the city? Jimmy, the rooftop bar next to the seasonal plunge pool, has a nightly DJ, but bring your fashion A-game as it attracts a well-dressed crowd. The spacious 17th-floor gym has amazing views, too.

Many of the units in this three-story condominium complex have a view of the ocean and Lanai in the distance, and there's a chance to see whales in season. One-bedroom, one-bath units (some with lofts) or two-bedroom, two-bath units all have full kitchens and furnished lanai, which look out on 4 acres of lawn. There is a two-night minimum for most units.

Hollywood's best-value property housed in a former motor inn caters to young partygoers, who breeze in and out of the lobby (where coffee is served daily). Black-and-white Hollywood-theme murals line the hallways. Standard rooms are on the small side and are decked out in splashes of purple, orange, or green; each offers typical amenities like flat-screen TVs, rain showers, and air-conditioning. Splurge on the suite, which has a pullout couch, a sitting area, and a private balcony. Easy access to the Sunset Strip and Hollywood's nightlife.