5218 Best Hotels in USA

The period feel of this 1915 lodge on the caldera's rim is reflected in its lodgepole-pine columns, gleaming wood floors, and stone fireplaces in the common areas, and the simple guest rooms. With magnificent lake views—and the all-too-brief tourist season at Crater Lake—rooms at this popular spot are often booked a year in advance, although cancellations sometimes create last-minute vacancies. Plan ahead, as this is the only "in-park" place to stay by the lake, but also check online reservations page if visiting on short notice, as you may just get lucky.

The lobby here—which guests can view from each floor—is the impressively renovated Union Station, a retro delight of desks with chain-pull lamps, long wooden benches, and constant bustle; the nostalgic sense of being on a train journey is carried elegantly into the 112 rooms, each of which offers a unique layout and design. The Pullman rooms on the train-track side are fully soundproofed and decorated with mahogany and train-themed art; other rooms might feature exposed beams, oversized windows for views of LoDo, or lofted ceilings. In-room iPads for easy navigation around the hotel and town, soft leather upholstery, and beige and white linens and accents are hallmarks of all rooms. With 12 bars and restaurants, there's something for everyone: Snooze and Pigtrain Coffee Company for breakfast; ACME Delicatessen or Wafels & Dinges for a fast lunch or quick dinner; modern American at Mercantile Dining and Provisions and ND streetBAR; fresh seafood at Stoic & Genuine; small plates at Ultreia; and Milkbox Ice Creamery for dessert. There are also a couple of lounges, including the casual ground-floor Terminal Bar and the retro Cooper Lounge on the top floor, with its views straight up 17th Street and vintage suitcases as decor touches.

This whimsically designed boutique hotel has an eclectic aesthetic, with colorful furnishings and large, sun-filled rooms that have floor-to-ceiling windows. The Crosby Bar, with oak floors and a long pewter bar, has a lovely garden and superb cocktails. On the other side of the lobby are comfortable guest-only drawing rooms; there's also a sculpture garden reserved for guests. The hotel is LEED Gold–certified and even raises chickens alongside its rooftop garden.

For years a lakeside favorite of travelers willing to trade style and amenities for below-average rates—and impressive water views from some rooms—the Crown is emerging from a property makeover with a sportier look but still budget-friendly pricing. Standard rooms, their decor remaining more serviceable than flashy, all have coffeemakers, small refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs; some only sleep two people, others up to four. Deluxe, premium, and lakefront rooms have progressively better amenities that might include kitchenettes, air-conditioning, fireplaces, or all of these. Many rooms are just steps from the private beach. The hot tub and pool, the latter so close to the lake you'll practically feel in it, are both heated. A fire pit warms things up when the lake chills down, and there's an area for cornhole and other games. Water-sports rentals are available on-site. 

Created meticulously from six different buildings, this inn hasn't a single detail left unattended—period furniture and antiques fill common areas and guest rooms; a queen-size bed is the smallest you'll find, dressed in 300-thread-count linens; treats are left on the pillow for nightly turndown service; and there's complimentary wine and cheese in the afternoon. Penthouse suites have two floors of living space with a full kitchen, and many rooms have private balconies with water or town views. Other perks include use of the hot tub and sauna, free coffee, tea, and infused water, and free parking.

Rustic and romantic, the Crystal Cove Bed & Breakfast is an intimate luxurious alternative to some of Table Rock Lake’s larger resorts. It features seven cabin suites, all of which come with custom-made king-sized log beds, fireplaces, and small Jacuzzis. The owners go out of their way to make sure their guests have a memorable experience, and along with breakfast they have a 24-hour “coffee & sweet shop,” that they keep well stocked with hot drinks and homemade cakes. There's great hiking on the mountainside, and they have paddle boats for guests' use at their private boat dock on the lake, a half-mile away, or you can just lounge on the decks by a waterfall.

Each floor here has a pop-culture theme, from classic cars to TV to science fiction, and the rooms are spacious and groovy, with speakers for your music and comfy, mod furnishings. There are also "hyperthemed" rooms, including themes such as comic books, Barbie, and disco, along with suites featuring art and decor devoted to the Rolling Stones and Kiss. The eclectic art collection displayed around the hotel has received national attention. A robot roams the hallways and bubbly music plays in the background. The Corner Office Restaurant + Martini Bar is a retro eatery and popular local happy-hour joint that serves comfort food with a twist such as lobster mac and cheese.

Developers meticulously restored a dilapidated, three-story, 1930s building to create this hotel, where rooms have a modern take on art deco style, with plush furnishings, 12-foot ceilings, and spacious bathrooms with period accents. Also on-site is a rooftop restaurant and lounge, Elderwood.

A woodsy 22-acre property positioned as a deluxe, reconnect-with-nature variation on mid-century roadside resorts, Dawn Ranch provides accommodations ranging from one-room, cedar-shingled cabins and larger "chalets" with sitting areas to cottages and a bungalow. High-quality beds, linens, and bath products signal the upscale intent, but the minimal decor and the rooms’ lack of TVs place the emphasis on unplugging and unwinding. The resort helps guests achieve this goal with grounds containing meadows, a fruit orchard, a culinary garden, and a path through redwoods, oaks, and sycamores leading down to a Russian River dock. The sandy Johnson’s Beach is a short walk away. On-site activities include yoga and meditation sessions and occasional live music on the patio below The Lodge at Dawn Ranch restaurant, whose cuisine draws inspiration from California, South America, and Europe. Several “glamping” tents are set up in the orchard from late spring to early fall.

A snug haven in a rugged landscape, this 1,200-acre ranch is surrounded by pines and aspens deep in Teton Canyon, an eastern gateway to the Bob Marshall Wilderness. The duplex cabins feel like a second home, with comfortable furniture, wood-paneled ceilings, rough-hewn wainscoting, and picture windows. Enveloping sofas and chairs, a large stone fireplace, and more golden wood fill the main lodge. The 3,600-square-foot log home has three suites, each with room for four or more people, making it ideal for larger groups. Three meals daily (included in the room rate) are served family-style, and the food is memorable: a sausage-egg-and-cheese bake with homemade muffins for breakfast, grilled lemon-glazed salmon for dinner, and pies just out of the oven. They'll fortify you for a day of hiking, wildlife viewing, or guided horseback riding (also included in the room rate). In summer multi-day pack trips into the Bob Marshall give riders a glimpse of the Rockies as Lewis and Clark saw them.

This luxury waterfront hotel just blocks from downtown Greenwich resembles a villa on the Italian Riviera. Handcrafted furnishings enrich the rooms; many have working fireplaces and wrought-iron balconies overlooking the harbor. Bathrooms have coral marble vanities, hand-painted framed mirrors, and deep cast-iron tubs. The hotel has a 500-foot private dock, where boat owners can tie up. A posh spa offers a full range of treatments, while L'escale serves Provençal cuisine indoors or out—either way with superb water views.

Offering rooms of 650 square feet or larger with vaulted ceilings, oversize windows, sitting areas, small kitchens with wet bars and dishwashers, and pleasing contemporary decor, this riverside lodge is special. With views of the surrounding peaks, the beautiful grounds and expansive pool area feel almost cradled by the canyon, and behind the hotel the Virgin River edges a grassy bank that is perfect for stargazing or evening picnics.

This nicely maintained motel with a handsome timber-frame facade and panoramic views of the surrounding red rocks is in Bluff, 25 miles northeast of Mexican Hat; it's an excellent base for exploring Goosenecks State Park, the northern end of Monument Valley, and even Canyonlands National Park, to the north. Rooms are spacious with log-frame beds and large bathrooms, and there are also seven upscale cabins with wood-paneled walls, high ceilings, and private porches. The on-site restaurant, Duke's, serves breakfast, dinner, and nonalcoholic beverages daily.

Hoteliers who revere nature and luxury in equal proportions conceived this gaspworthy, glass-walled, world-unto-itself "micro-resort" that debuted in 2022 a few-minutes' walk to a private-access beach and an even shorter one to Stateline's casinos. Gray and light brown furnishings accented with shades of blue and green predominate in the studios, suites, and town houses, all meant to deliver the casual grandeur of Tahoe vacation homes minus the mortgage and maintenance costs. All accommodations have patios or balconies, well-equipped kitchenettes, and sleep at least four. Amenities include a saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna, cold-shower plunge, fitness center, and Maggie's restaurant for refined cuisine befitting the upscale setting.

Many visitors come to this 6,500-acre ranch outside Winter Park for unrivaled cross-country skiing, with 75 miles of groomed trails, but they wind up staying for the resort's comfort and privacy. Choose from a room or suite in the lodge built in 2008, the former lodge that's now a reasonably priced bunkhouse, or a cabin in the woods. The pet-friendly cabins range in size from 675 to 2,200 square feet, but all have wood-burning fireplaces and furnishings that reflect the resort's ranching history. In the loft cabins the beds are upstairs and bathrooms downstairs. In the lodge, upscale, Western-style rooms have some paneled walls (from lumber harvested at the ranch), pine furniture, and beds covered with colorful quilts. Some rooms have stone fireplaces. From tapping the power of geothermal springs to using trees cleared on the property to build part of the new lodge to the on-site Ranch House restaurant ($$$) that uses sustainable and organic ingredients, this resort lives green. Take in a yoga class at the full-service spa or work with cattle on a horseback ride, fly-fish, mountain-bike, and hike in the surrounding area. Hallowed Grounds coffee shop offers pastries and other quick breakfast items, and the rustic Heck's Tavern features three meals a day as well.

Occupying a grand Federal house from 1800, the Devonfield sits atop a birch-shaded hillside overlooking 32 acres of rolling meadows, and offers elegant but not ostentatious guest rooms that deftly blend Colonial style (four-poster beds, working fireplaces, some Oriental rugs) and modern convenience (Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and in some cases whirlpool tubs). The innkeepers' attention to detail manifests itself in numerous ways, from the chocolates in your room and a guest pantry that is always open, to the rotating menu of homemade breakfasts.

Built in the renovated Federal Building overlooking Marion Square, the Dewberry exudes style and sophistication from the travertine marble to the mahogany and walnut that adorn the lobby and in-house bar and restaurant. Rooms are among the city's priciest and most luxurious, from the Irish linens to the original local art. The reservations-only rooftop Citrus Club has enviable views of the city.

This colossal 39-story, contemporary, multitower resort property sits on a 50,000-square-foot swath of Hollywood Beach and has become a destination for fun in the sun and culinary intrigue. There are about 7 bars and 10 restaurants on property, and all are excellent. There are two pools, cabanas, a kids' play area, plenty of water sports, and an oceanfront spa.

Entering the vast atrium lobby of this African-inspired lodge is like entering a cathedral with a roof formed of thatch instead of stone; giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife roam just outside the windows of the resort, designed to resemble an African kraal (animal enclosure). It is worth it to pay for the Safari view, which means your balcony will overlook the savanna where the animals roam. 

Volleyball, bonfires, and movie nights are among the many activities offered at this resort on the Crescent Lake beach. One activity not on the list? Lake swimming—but not to worry. Stormalong Bay, with the longest waterslide at any Disney hotel, a kiddie play area, and sand banks makes up for this. Situated close to EPCOT and the Disney Skyliner, this is a good option for those with small kids who need a shorter walk at the end of the evening. Recently refurbished rooms give this hotel a touch more sophistication than before.

The most opulent of Disneyland's three hotels, the Craftsman-style Grand Californian offers views of Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney. Guests enjoy sitting in the lobby in rocking chairs with a drink and small bites by a crackling fire. The orange-blossom tree theme guest rooms have wood floors, plenty of outlets for charging devices, and sleeping chairs and bench beds for families. Some guest rooms look out onto Downtown Disney, while others have views of the pools and woods. There are also club-level rooms and one to three bedroom suites with access to the hotel's concierge club. This elegant 6th floor concierge room offers helpful service, plus complimentary food, treats, drinks, and afternoon tea. Wine, desserts, and firework viewing is offered in the evening.

Restaurants include the refreshed Napa Rose, Hearthstone Lounge and Storytellers Cafe. Overlooking the multiple swimming pools is Craftsman Grill for all-day dining and Craftsman Lounge offering a lunch and dinner menu.

Tanya Stone Spa is inspired by the spirits of nature. When the spa was built, the designers repurposed the wood from this site to create the beautiful flooring.

Guests can enter both parks 30 minutes earlier than everyone else not staying at one of the Disneyland Hotels.

Fun Fact: There are hidden Mickeys and the faces of Chip and Dale in the pretty poppy theme carpeting throughout the hotel, and on a clockface of a grandfather clock near the Arts-and-Crafts-style wood-panel lobby.

This South Pacific–theme resort lies directly across the lagoon from the Magic Kingdom; is on the monorail and water taxi routes; and has lots of kids' activities, making it a good family choice. An expansion happening here will increase the room count and the amenities.

Staying at one of the happiest places on Earth is almost as fun as visiting both Disney parks. The lobby has giant teacup seating, and a memorabilia wall of historical photos featuring Walt and Roy Disney breaking ground to build this imaginative land. There are four different towers: Fantasy Tower, Adventure Tower, and the new Discovery Tower Villas offering more of the comforts of home. In the Fantasy and Adventure Towers, guest rooms have blue and gold theme carpeting, plus wood wall reliefs above the bed of Sleeping Beauty's castle; push a button and a firework display of white lights appear above the castle, while soft Disney theme music plays. The Adventure Tower offers Signature Suites that include a Mickey Mouse Suite, an Adventure Suite with clawfoot bathtub, and a Pirates of the Caribbean suite. The newer Discovery Villas offer a variety of themed guest rooms with magical touches. These rooms are available to the public until they sell out with Vacation Club owners.

After exploring the Disney parks, come back to the tropical oasis pool area offering two towering monorail theme waterslides, a fun water play area, two different swimming pools, and Mickey and Minnie hot whirlpools. Disney characters join in the fun, greeting guests throughout the day during the summer.

Dining options include the Polynesian Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar, and Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar and Grill. Goofy's Kitchen offers all-you-can-eat buffets with character meet-and-greet opportunities.

Owners Laura and Mike Wieters opened the most romantic private winery estate in Temecula to bring exclusivity, perfection, and a splash of Burgundy to the heart of Temecula. A variety of award-winning estate wines produced on-site by Mike, large soaking tubs, posh decor, marble walk in showers, and a full organic breakfast (delivered to your room) await guests. Enter the impressive front gate and prepare to be awed with manicured gardens and a stone mansion connecting their main residence to three private guest suites, ranging in size from 400 to 600 square feet. While there’s no shared common area, privacy is pinnacle with each room having its own large walled garden with endless vineyard and mountain views. Bathroom amenities include an organic line of products infused with lavender and other herbs from the onsite garden. As an interior designer, Laura curated every inch of the elegant property, right down to the hand-painted floors; while Mike, an architectural designer and landscape architect who designed Domaine Chardonnay from the ground up, is also one of the top wine makers in the valley. Each morning, hot air balloons gently float by above the vineyard, meaning you capture the moment in the comfort of your bathrobe with a Nespresso in hand. A behind-the-vines tour and other tasting experiences are available upon request.

The Pink Palace, as it's called thanks to its paint job, is a storied resort and Gulf Coast architectural landmark, with exterior and public areas exuding turn-of-the-20th-century elegance. Ditto for the rooms. The staff is known for friendly old-world service. The Don once was a favorite of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Babe Ruth, and Clarence Darrow. Maritana Grille is the hotel's deservedly popular restaurant, which specializes in Florida seafood and is lined with huge fish tanks. Ghost hunters may be interested in knowing that Thomas Rowe, who built this Roaring '20s–era hotel, is said to have come back after death to meet his beloved; some guests and staff swear they see the couple occasionally having a rendezvous in the garden (more romantic than spooky); others say Rowe appears in corridors and rooms.

Across from Donner Lake several miles west of Truckee's historic downtown, this lodgelike property amid the trees earns repeat business for its secluded creekside location and husband-and-wife hosts' bountiful breakfasts. Though low on style, the inn is well tended. The immaculate guest rooms all have queen beds, gas fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, and window seats that take advantage of the woodsy view. The breakfasts always include a hot entrée and homemade bread and pastries; afternoon snacks are served on the outdoor deck in good weather. Just off I–80 near its intersection with Highway 89, the inn is convenient to several Sugar Bowl, Northstar, and other North Tahoe ski resorts.

The lodging component of Dornan's shopping, dining, and recreation development in Moose, at the south end of the park, offers one- and two-bedroom cabins with fully stocked kitchens and great views of meadows, the peaks of the Tetons, or the Snake River. Each cabin also has a generously sized living-dining room; and a furnished porch with a grill for summertime cookouts.

Lofty pines tower over this June Lake Loop spa retreat with rooms in four buildings overlooking a pond, as well as a three-bedroom house and knotty-pine two-bedroom cabins—all with fully equipped kitchens. The on-site Eagles Landing Restaurant serves three meals a day, and spa services and treatments, plus access to the indoor pool, are available for guests and nonguests. In 2023, the spa added soaking tubs and new treatments including acupressure, neuromuscular release, Thai massage, and lymphatic drainage massage.

From the moment you’re greeted with a warm chocolate chip cookie, you know you’re in for a good stay at this DoubleTree hotel just 10-minutes outside Lancaster. There are plenty of other perks here, too, including a market, gym, pool, bar, business center, and common spaces with TVs and games. Connecting the rooms to the lobby–restaurant area is a corridor draped in white silks. A breakfast buffet ($16) is plentiful, but it’s dinner at Hangar 300 that you don’t want to miss, with shared plates of fish tacos and burger sliders, alongside mains like Atlantic salmon and Thai chicken salad. The kind staff and lovely touches like Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries keep this hotel on repeat.

The new Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel is a design-lover's dream as renowned interior decorator Kelly Wearstler infuses the property with touches of Mexican modernism to Moroccan and Spanish flourishes. Carved out of a 1926 Renaissance Revival building, this luxury lifestyle property has a lot to praise. The food and beverage outlets are by L.A. food royalty Susan Goin and Carolyn Stine and have posts in the lobby and on the roof with a mix of fresh seafood and Mexican and California cuisine. If you want to splurge, one of the suites has its own pool (and has hosted a litany of celebrity guests), while another has an indoor basketball hoop. The hotel is effortlessly chic, has a stunning rooftop, and is a great new place to hang on lazy weekend days, or fun boozy nights.