5218 Best Hotels in USA

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Entrada Escalante Lodge

$ | 480 W. Main St., UT, 84726, USA Fodor's Choice

Each of the eight rooms in this smart, contemporary lodge in downtown Escalante has a patio with grand views of the surrounding mountains, plus plenty of cushy perks like French presses and fresh-ground coffee, plush bedding, and 50-inch smart TVs. The accommodations are ideal for longer stays, with plenty of room to spread out and kitchens in some rooms. The guest laundry is another handy amenity.

Pros

  • Convenient downtown location
  • Spacious rooms with Grand Staircase views
  • Pets are welcome in some rooms

Cons

  • Books up well ahead many weekends
  • In a very secluded, small town
  • Great coffee but no breakfast
480 W. Main St., UT, 84726, USA
435-826–4000
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Closed Jan. and Feb.
8 rooms
No Meals

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The Envoy Hotel

$$$ | 70 Sleeper St., Boston, MA, 02210, USA Fodor's Choice

Visitors and locals like to hang out at The Envoy, where a design-forward aesthetic provides a comfortable yet stylish vibe. Each room features a bright, modern color palette, plus an en suite bathroom. The Rooftop at the Envoy is a popular hot spot for young professionals; come winter, it even features heated domes that can be rented for up to two hours. A 24-hour fitness center includes Peloton bikes.

Pros

  • Rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Really cool rooftop bar for hanging out with a view
  • Excellent on-site restaurant, Para Maria

Cons

  • Bar crowds can be loud
  • Pet-friendly, but comparably high fee
  • A bit fancy for kids
70 Sleeper St., Boston, MA, 02210, USA
617-338–3030
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136 rooms
No Meals

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Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection

$$$ | 1207 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL, 33606, USA Fodor's Choice

Brought to you in part by the people behind Bern's Steak House across the street, this vibrant, cuisine-centric installment of Marriott's Autograph Collection hotels is an absolute must for foodies. Food and wine inspire everything—butcher-block tables line walls in the rooms, minibars are stocked with high-end snacks and beverages (mind the prices!), and guests can take part in world-class cooking and cocktail-making courses at the Epicurean Theatre. The Élevage restaurant serves classic dishes reimagined with a modern twist, and the Edge rooftop bar offers intelligent beverage options. Little Midway, an ice-cream parlor and pastry shop, and a wineshop courtesy of Bern's are also on site.

Pros

  • Excellent service
  • Cooking classes
  • Great location

Cons

  • Extras (like minibar options) can make things pricey
  • Exclusive vibe
  • Not the best option for families
1207 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL, 33606, USA
813-999–8700
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137 rooms
No Meals

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The Everett Hotel

$$$ | 16 Everett St., Bryson City, NC, 28713, USA Fodor's Choice

A handsome downtown bank building from 1905 is now a charming boutique hotel with rooms that have wide-plank paneling and soaring ceilings, creating a rustic atmosphere. You'll feel pampered with comfy beds, high-thread-count sheets, and organic toiletries.

Pros

  • Surprisingly sophisticated rooms
  • Good bistro on first floor
  • Rooftop terrace with a firepit

Cons

  • Priced a little higher than nearby lodgings
  • Steps to climb
  • Books up fast
16 Everett St., Bryson City, NC, 28713, USA
828-488–1976
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10 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Evo Hotel

$$ | 660 S. 400 W, UT, 84101, USA Fodor's Choice

An innovative celebration of the area’s fervor for outdoor recreation, this community-minded 50-room lodging opened in a converted warehouse in the Granary District in 2022 and features such novel amenities as a bouldering gym, a skatepark, a pair of sporting gear shops, bike-tuning and snowboard-waxing services, and winter- and summer-sports rentals. The crisp, contemporary rooms have private patios and well-designed gear storage, and local artwork fills the many stylish common spaces.

Pros

  • Rooftop bar with great mountain views
  • In a trendy neighborhood
  • Lots of interesting amenities for outdoorsy types

Cons

  • A bit of a walk to downtown attractions
  • Activity-driven vibe may not suit those seeking quiet
  • Common spaces can be a little busy
660 S. 400 W, UT, 84101, USA
385-386–8585
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50 rooms
No Meals

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Explorer Cabins at Yellowstone

$$$$ | 250 S. Canyon St., West Yellowstone, MT, 59758, USA Fodor's Choice
Consisting of 50 warmly appointed, contemporary cabins set among five clusters across the street from West Yellowstone's Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, this family- and pet-friendly compound is an ideal base for visiting the national park. Each climate-controlled cabin has a nicely outfitted kitchenette, and most have indoor fireplaces. Bathrooms are modern and well-designed with walk-in showers, and guests are provided with complimentary s'mores kits to use around the community fire pits.

Pros

  • Handy but quiet in-town location
  • Friendly, helpful staff
  • Most cabins can sleep 4 to 6 guests

Cons

  • No ovens or freezers in kitchenettes
  • Cabins are close together
  • Some cabins are a little cozy
250 S. Canyon St., West Yellowstone, MT, 59758, USA
877-600–4308
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50 cabins
No Meals

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Faena Hotel Miami Beach

$$$$ | 3201 Collins Ave., FL, 33140, USA Fodor's Choice

The gem of hotelier Alan Faena's Faena Arts District, this jaw-dropping beachfront hotel is as luxurious as it gets, with top-notch dining, a pampering spa, and art that includes larger-than-life murals and a gilded mammoth by Damien Hirst. The towering property is a stunning reinvention of the art deco 1948 Saxony Hotel with dramatic common areas and prolific art installations. Gawk at the details throughout the cathedral lobby, which glitters with gold-leafed columns, or scope out nirvana at the 22,000-square-foot, high-design Tierra Santa Healing House spa, which is rooted in South America’s rich indigenous culture. Enjoy some top-notch dining and burlesque in the 220-seat dinner theater and later retreat to your glamorous room, decked out in art deco–style interiors.

Pros

  • Glamorous design
  • Excellent service
  • Spectacular beach club

Cons

  • Pricey
  • Construction in neighborhood
  • Dark hallways
3201 Collins Ave., FL, 33140, USA
305-535--4697
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169 rooms
No Meals

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Fairhaven Village Inn

$$$ | 1200 10th St., Bellingham, 98225, USA Fodor's Choice

Overlooking Fairhaven Village Green, this charming, historic inn overlooks Bellingham Bay; bay-view rooms have balconies and gas fireplaces, and a suite has French doors dividing a bedroom and sitting area. On a clear day the view ranges all the way to the San Juan Islands. It's steps from Fairhaven's restaurants and galleries, and a trail running from downtown Bellingham to the waterfront and Padden Creek passes in front of the inn.

Pros

  • Distinctive eateries and shops within a short stroll
  • Convenient for exploring Chuckanut Scenic Drive
  • Helpful and knowledgeable staff

Cons

  • Two-night minimum stay at certain times
  • Neighborhood can get crowded
  • Noise from occasional passing trains
1200 10th St., Bellingham, 98225, USA
360-733–1311
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22 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Fairmont Breakers

$$ | 210 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, USA Fodor's Choice

This iconic 14-story building, originally opened in 1926 as the Breakers Hotel and a favorite haunt of celebrities past, reopened in late 2024 as a Long Beach's first luxury boutique hotel, with a blend of classic art deco charm and modern amenities. The hotel's prime location offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Long Beach skyline. Guests can expect elegantly appointed, neutral guestrooms; famously attentive Fairmont service; and a range of upscale facilities including a rooftop pool, spa, and fitness center. The Fairmont Breakers also boasts several dining options, from the Sky Room penthouse (considered one of the city's finest since 1938) to the light-filled Italian family-style restaurant Nettuno. Hit the Jazz Age-inspired Alter Ego lounge or head up to Halo, the city's only rooftop bar, with 360-degree views. Leave your cares behind with a Fairmont Spa treatment or a workout in the 24-hour, two-level fitness center, surrounded by towering windows. Above all, savor being a part of this newly resurrected piece of Long Beach history.

Pros

  • Two-story, 24-hour fitness center
  • First-in-city luxury spa
  • Incredible customer service

Cons

  • Parking $50
  • Bathroom barn door lets some light into the room
  • Some bar seating is more about looks than comfort
210 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, USA
562-317–1000
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110 rooms
No Meals

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Fairmont Copley Plaza

$$$ | 138 St. James Ave., Boston, MA, 02116, USA Fodor's Choice

Since 1912, this decadent and iconic hotel has welcomed guests in style, immediately impressing as they enter under the huge black awning, flanked by golden lion statues, into the lobby decked out in Italian marble, stunning coffered ceilings, and gorgeous crystal chandeliers. Rooms are equally elegant, with soothing colors and upscale amenities. The OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is the place to sip an after-work martini or enjoy dinner and great people-watching. Those who really love pampering should book the Fairmont Gold floor, an ultradeluxe club level offering a dedicated staff, free breakfast and tea-time snacks, and a library. A rooftop fitness area spans 3,000 square feet and is open 24/7 and boasts an outdoor deck. Shoppers will be happy with the hotel’s close proximity to Newbury Street, the Prudential Center, and Copley Place. If you're missing your dog, the hotel’s Canine Ambassador, Cori Copley, the in-house black Labrador retriever, is available for a walk around the neighborhood.

Pros

  • Prime Back Bay location, centrally located in Copley Square
  • Luxurious gym
  • 24-hour daily in-room dining

Cons

  • Small bathrooms
  • Valet parking is expensive
  • Due to the historical nature, room sizes vary greatly
138 St. James Ave., Boston, MA, 02116, USA
617-267–5300
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383 rooms
No Meals

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Fairmont Grand Del Mar

$$$$ | 5200 Grand Del Mar Ct., Del Mar, CA, 92130, USA Fodor's Choice

Mind-blowing indulgence in serene surroundings, from drop-dead-gorgeous guest accommodations to myriad outdoor adventures, sets the opulent Mediterranean-style Fairmont Grand Del Mar apart from any other luxury hotel in San Diego. Inspired by the palaces of Spain and the villas of France, the resort is set in a secluded canyon surrounded by the 4,100-acre Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve; every window, deck, patio, balcony, and lawn affords a view of the surrounding mountains. Guests can hike tree-lined trails bordered by streams, fish-filled ponds, or waterfalls, or take advantage of the resort's four pools, and the Tom Fazio–designed golf course. Marble, crystal, gold, brocaded corner love seats, fine European linens, crystal lamps, and marble bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and showers—and more—embellish the guest rooms. If you need a lot of space, request one of the 5,000-square-foot royal villas that feature three bedrooms, 4½ baths, state-of-the-art kitchens, and sweeping entertainment areas. Among the resort's many amenities are complimentary shuttle service (within 10 miles), tennis courts, and an equestrian center. 

Pros

  • Secluded, on-site golf course
  • Ultimate luxury with enormous rooms
  • Has most acclaimed fine-dining restaurant in San Diego

Cons

  • Floor plan may be confusing
  • 6 miles from the coast
  • $150 pet fee per stay
5200 Grand Del Mar Ct., Del Mar, CA, 92130, USA
858-314–2000
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249 rooms
No Meals

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Fairmont Orchid Hawaii

$$$$ | 1 N. Kaniku Dr., Mauna Lani, HI, 96743, USA Fodor's Choice

This first-rate resort overflows with tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls, a sandy beach cove, a meandering pool, a lagoon for the kids, and all the luxury amenities. All guest rooms have private lanai, and many have partial or full ocean views. Excellent on-site restaurants include the flagship Brown's Beach House, The Orchid Court, Hale Kai, Brown's Deli, and the outstanding Binchotan Bar and Grill. Guests enjoy the tennis center, the Spa Without Walls with private massage hales (houses) set amid waterfalls or on the oceanfront, and the largest and most impressive swimming pool among the resorts. The lavish Hawaii Loa luau is followed by a show that combines modern and Polynesian dance. There's lots of beach equipment to rent, plus rental bikes if you want to pedal to the nearby Shops at Mauna Lani. The beach has a protected cove ideal for swimming and wading, and the fitness center comes fully equipped.

Pros

  • Oceanfront location
  • Excellent pool
  • Aloha hospitality

Cons

  • Central pool can get very crowded
  • $48 resort fee
  • Not the best beach among Kohala Coast resorts
1 N. Kaniku Dr., Mauna Lani, HI, 96743, USA
808-885–2000
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540 rooms
No Meals

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The Fairmont, Washington, D.C., Georgetown

$ | 2401 M St. NW, Washington, DC, 20037, USA Fodor's Choice

Great for exploring Georgetown, this hotel centers on an elegant central courtyard and gardens, overlooked by the large glassed-in lobby and half of the bright, spacious rooms. Accommodations are furnished with a stylish mix of traditional and contemporary pieces in a soothing palette of gray and white with purple accents. The Juniper restaurant serves Mid-Atlantic fare that might incorporate herbs and honey from the rooftop garden and hives. The hotel's canine ambassador, Georgie, a two-year-old yellow lab, is often in the lobby greeting guests. Children can ask for a copy of her coloring book.

Pros

  • Fitness fanatics will love the gym and 50-foot indoor pool
  • Great no-charge pet program includes homemade treats for dogs
  • Good family amenities

Cons

  • Expensive parking
  • Far from most major attractions
  • Some rooms can be noisy
2401 M St. NW, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
202-429–2400
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413 rooms
No meals

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The Fairmount

$$$$ | 401 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX, 78205, USA Fodor's Choice

This eminent luxury three-story hotel made the Guinness Book of World Records when its 3.2-million-pound brick bulk was moved six blocks in 1985 to its present location; it's now the pinnacle of high-end boutique hotels in San Antonio. It offers beautifully designed rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi and premium amenities, such as pillow-top bedding, baths with marble and brass appointments, and plush bathrobes. Enjoy fine dining from NONNA Osteria featuring northern Italian cuisine, and the Fairmount Rooftop Oyster Bar. The hotel is not right on the River Walk, but it's fairly close; it's near the convention center and La Villita's shops and restaurants, too.

Pros

  • Dripping with European-style character and charm
  • Luxuriously appointed rooms and suites
  • Rooftop terrace

Cons

  • Expensive
  • No pool
  • Not pet friendly, allows service animals only
401 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX, 78205, USA
210-224–8800
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37 rooms
No Meals

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The Fan House Bed and Breakfast

$$ | 6297 Rte. 12 N, Barnard, VT, USA Fodor's Choice

This charming inn dating to 1840 is as authentic as it gets in Vermont. The guest rooms—put together by owner Sara Widness, an expert on luxury travel and a poet to boot—are adorned with tapestries, antique rugs, claw-foot tubs, comfortable sofas, and old bed frames, while the outdoor garden feels Edenlike at full bloom.

Pros

  • 300-plus-thread-count linens and down comforters
  • Walking distance to Silver Lake and general store
  • Library nook

Cons

  • Slanted ceilings in bathrooms
  • On busy main road
  • Set back and difficult to see from road
6297 Rte. 12 N, Barnard, VT, USA
802-234–6704
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3 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Far View Lodge

$$ | 1 Navajo Rd., Mesa Verde National Park, CO, 81330, USA Fodor's Choice

Talk about a view—all rooms have a private balcony, from which you can admire views of the neighboring states of Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico up to 100 miles in the distance. The newly upgraded rooms offer updated furnishings, linens, and air-conditioning. The property has free Wi-Fi and occasional educational guest speakers. At night, grab appetizers and drinks in the panoramic Far View Lounge or on the rooftop balcony.

Pros

  • Close to the key sites
  • Views are spectacular
  • Small on-site fitness center

Cons

  • Simple rooms and amenities, with no TV
  • Walls are thin and less than soundproof
  • No cell-phone service
1 Navajo Rd., Mesa Verde National Park, CO, 81330, USA
800-449–2288
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Closed late Oct.--mid-Apr.
150 rooms
No Meals

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Farmer's Daughter Hotel

$$ | 115 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90036, USA Fodor's Choice

A favorite of Price Is Right and Dancing with the Stars hopefuls (both TV shows tape at the CBS studios nearby), this hotel has a tongue-in-cheek country style with a hopping Sunday brunch and a little pool accented by giant rubber duckies and a living wall. Rooms have concrete floors, stained wooden accents, and hay-stitched walls, as well as amenities such as iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, and a Bluetooth speaker for streaming music in your room. The aforementioned brunch at the popular Tart restaurant includes mimosa kits with do-it-yourself bottle service. Additional amenities include an in-house retail store, free bikes for rent, and a book lending library.

If you jump in the pool with all your clothes on and your cell phone, you'll get a fully comped meal at the restaurant.

Pros

  • Bikes for rent
  • Fun brunch restaurant
  • Book lending library

Cons

  • Shaded pool
  • No bathtubs
  • Restaurant food is just okay
115 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90036, USA
323-937–3930
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65 rooms
No Meals

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Favorite Bay Lodge

$$$$ | 917 Killisnoo Rd., Angoon, AK, 99820, USA Fodor's Choice

This high-end sportfishing lodge—often cited among the top three luxury lodges in Alaska—offers guests an opportunity to fish in both the saltwater and freshwater areas of Admiralty Island with local guides. Rates include round-trip transportation from Juneau, all meals, guided activities, and up to 100 pounds of fish processing and freight to Juneau.

Pros

  • Pristine wilderness setting
  • Local fishing expertise
  • Rate includes transportation, meals, activities, and fish processing

Cons

  • Remote location
  • Pricey
  • Three-day minimum stay
917 Killisnoo Rd., Angoon, AK, 99820, USA
866-788–3344
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12 rooms
All-Inclusive

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First Colony Inn

$$ | 6715 S. Croatan Hwy., Nags Head, NC, 27959, USA Fodor's Choice

Relax in a rocking chair on the verandas that encircle this classic, three-story, cedar-shingle inn (it's on the National Register of Historic Places) and admire the ocean views across the 4-acre lawn. Rooms have four-poster or canopy beds, handcrafted armoires, and English antiques, along with extras such as heated towel bars and English toiletries. A hot breakfast and evening wine and cheese are served in a lovely sitting room or can be taken upstairs to the Virginia Dare library. The story of this landmark's near demolition, its rescue, and the move to the present site is told in framed photographs, letters, and news accounts lining the sunny dining room.

Pros

  • Lovely grounds and pool
  • Free bicycles and beach chairs
  • Microwaves and refrigerators in rooms

Cons

  • Room access is from outside
  • Hotel across the street blocks some of the view
  • It's an old building, so noise carries
6715 S. Croatan Hwy., Nags Head, NC, 27959, USA
252-441–2343
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26 rooms
Free Breakfast

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FivePine Lodge

$$$$ | 1021 Desperado Trail, Sisters, OR, 97759, USA Fodor's Choice

This upscale western-style resort resembles an alpine village with a cluster of cabins surrounding the main lodge, where every room is rustically decorated with custom-built furnishings. A popular on-site spa makes FivePine ideal for a romantic retreat, while a network of trails woos outdoor lovers.

Pros

  • Peaceful atmosphere on the fringes of Sisters
  • On-site brewery and cinema
  • Spa has year-round thermal tub

Cons

  • Breakfast is limited
  • Some cabins are too close to neighbors
  • Main lodge is near U.S. 20, where traffic gets heavy
1021 Desperado Trail, Sisters, OR, 97759, USA
541-549–5900
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44 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Flying L Ranch Resort

$$$$ | 675 Flying L Dr., Bandera, TX, 78003, USA Fodor's Choice

Though it's been around since 1946, the Flying L is anything but stuck in the past: guests can horseback ride, go on hayrides, and enjoy roasting nightly s'mores, as is the case with most dude ranches, but this expansive 772-acre property also has an 18-hole golf course, a water park and lounging pool, and an entire kids' activity program. Accommodations range in size from stand-alone villas with room for 13 to smaller condo-like suites that sleep four to six. All have a gas fireplace and cozy bedding.

Pros

  • Well-appointed condos that include washer/dryer
  • Excellent hospitality
  • Variety of activities to choose from

Cons

  • Thin walls make things audible between condos
  • Bar and restaurant have limited hours
  • Expensive
675 Flying L Dr., Bandera, TX, 78003, USA
830-796--7745
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59 rooms
All-Inclusive

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Follansbee Inn

$ | 2 Keyser St., North Sutton, NH, 03260, USA Fodor's Choice

Built in 1840, this rambling country inn on the shore of Kezar Lake is the kind of place that almost instantly turns strangers into fast friends. The rooms and suites all have soft country quilts, and several rooms overlook the lake, where guests can go ice fishing, or swim or sail from the inn's pier out to Blueberry Island. Next door to a white clapboard church, it fits in perfectly with the 19th-century village of North Sutton.

Pros

  • Relaxed lakefront setting with 3-mile walking trail
  • Free use of canoes, kayaks, sailboats, rowboats, and bicycles
  • Excellent breakfast

Cons

  • Not all rooms have lake views
  • No elevator
  • No restaurants within walking distance
2 Keyser St., North Sutton, NH, 03260, USA
603-927–4221
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17 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Fontainebleau Miami Beach

$$$$ | 4441 Collins Ave., Miami, FL, 33140, USA Fodor's Choice

Vegas meets art deco at Miami's largest hotel, which has more than 1,500 rooms (in four separate towers, almost half of which are suites), 12 renowned restaurants and lounges, LIV nightclub, several pools with cabana islands, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 40,000-square-foot spa. Fontainebleau's main pool is nearly as big as a small lake—complete with islands with private cabanas. DJs play sets around the pools, and on weekends it can be a mix of kids, bachelorette parties, and honeymooners. Truth be told, there's so much going on in and around the hotel that you can easily forget about the downy sands directly behind the property—it almost feels like being on a cruise ship. And in this vein, there's plenty to do for party-ready adults and restless kids and teens alike.

Pros

  • Expansive pool and beach areas
  • Historic allure
  • Great nightlife

Cons

  • Lots of nonguests visiting grounds
  • Massive size
  • Loud, weekend parties outside
4441 Collins Ave., Miami, FL, 33140, USA
305-535–3283
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1504 rooms
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Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

$$$$ | 3030 Holiday Dr., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, USA Fodor's Choice

Sitting on a quarter-mile of private beach, this property shines with the luxe personality of a top-notch island resort. The full-service private beach is great for luxuriating, sunbathing, and water sports. An excellent Kids' Club keeps the little ones entertained while parents enjoy some quiet time in the adults-only heated saltwater pool. Dining outlets include the acclaimed 3030 Ocean, the fun and fresh Sea Level, and Riva. It's no wonder the property is the Marriott family's personal choice for their annual vacation.

Pros

  • Private beachfront
  • All rooms have balconies
  • Great eateries

Cons

  • Wi-Fi isn't free
  • Expensive parking
  • Large resort feel
3030 Holiday Dr., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, USA
954-525–4000
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650 rooms
No Meals

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Fort Sutter Hotel

$$ | 1308 28th St, Sacramento, CA, 95816, USA Fodor's Choice

The guest rooms in this six-story Hilton Tapestry Collection boutique property win points for their expansive windows, contemporary style, smartly designed bathrooms, and works by local artists. All rooms have built-in desks and 55-inch HDTVs with app-streaming capability, but they don't have microwaves (though some have small refrigerators). The on-site Cafe Bernardo serves above-average food (also available through room service), and the energetic bartenders at the Four Palms bar fashion delectable craft cocktails.

Pros

  • Above-average food for a hotel restaurant
  • Near Midtown dining, entertainment, and shopping
  • Capitol views from upper floors facing west

Cons

  • Diagonally across from a hospital
  • No microwaves (though some rooms have small refrigerators)
  • More than a mile walk to Downtown
1308 28th St, Sacramento, CA, 95816, USA
916-603–2301
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105 rooms
No Meals

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The Foundry Hotel Asheville

$$$ | 51 S. Market St., Asheville, NC, 28801, USA Fodor's Choice

This boutique downtown lodging occupies a former steel foundry and several other industrial buildings around a central courtyard. In a historic former African American neighborhood called "The Block," The Foundry is within walking distance of many top bars and eateries and is home to Benne on Eagle, a restaurant serving regional cuisine that has produced two James Beard Award nominees. Adjacent to the lobby, the Workshop Lounge Bar is spacious and welcoming, with brick walls and gas fireplaces setting the mood. 

Pros

  • Complimentary champagne on arrival
  • Tesla car service to nearby attractions
  • Pet-friendly for a $150 fee

Cons

  • Not as central as other downtown hotels
  • Near the top end in terms of prices
  • $30 valet parking only
51 S. Market St., Asheville, NC, 28801, USA
828-552–8545
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87 rooms
No Meals

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Four Chimneys Inn

$$ | 21 West Rd., Bennington, VT, 05201, USA Fodor's Choice

This exquisite, three-story, neo-Georgian (circa 1915) looks out over a substantial lawn and a wonderful old stone wall. All rooms are light and bright, and several have bay windows, gas fireplaces, and jetted tubs; two cottages in back overlook a pond.

Pros

  • Walking distance to several Bennington sights
  • A complimentary full country breakfast
  • Extremely well kept

Cons

  • Dinner only served Wednesday through Saturday
  • No coffee or tea in rooms
  • A bit stuffy
21 West Rd., Bennington, VT, 05201, USA
802-447–3500
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11 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Four Seasons Baltimore

$$$$ | 200 International Dr., Baltimore, MD, 21202, USA Fodor's Choice

The 18-story glass tower rises above the harbor, commanding prime views from each plush and comfortable (albeit minimalist) guest room. Each of the large rooms (over 500 square feet) offers down duvets on beds and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs; some have jaw-dropping harbor views and even balconies. A magnificent outdoor infinity-edge pool sits on a secluded terrace. The spa highlights ancient healing techniques as well as more traditional massage treatments. The on-site restaurants, The Bygone, Loch Bar, and Azumi, are some of the best in the city.

Pros

  • Hands down, Baltimore's most luxurious hotel
  • Impeccable service
  • Within walking distance to the Inner Harbor and Fells Point

Cons

  • Room rates are steep, even in the off-season
  • Expensive valet parking
  • Ongoing construction around Harbor East can be noisy
200 International Dr., Baltimore, MD, 21202, USA
410-576–5800
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256 rooms
No Meals

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Four Seasons Hotel

$$$$ | 75 14th St. NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, USA Fodor's Choice

Amenities abound throughout this luxury hotel, one of two five-star properties in Atlanta; these touches include marble bathrooms with extra-large soaking tubs, comfy mattresses, and brass chandeliers. From the lobby a sweeping staircase leads up to Bar Margot, the hotel's chic lounge, and rose-hue marble creates a warm feeling in the public spaces and lounges. The hotel prides itself on its immensely courteous staff—it's considered scandalous if a call to reception rings more than twice before it's answered. You'll get a knock asking if you'd like turndown service, and stewards and other staff members are on hand the moment you need their help.

Pros

  • Great dining options
  • Top-notch service
  • Indoor saline pool

Cons

  • Heavily trafficked area during rush hour
  • Small bathrooms
  • Fee for parking
75 14th St. NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, USA
404-881–9898
Hotel Details
244 rooms
No Meals

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Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club

$$$$ | 9011 Collins Ave., FL, 33154, USA Fodor's Choice

Built in the 1930s as a members-only club called The Surf Club, this sophisticated 9-acre oceanfront property has always been a spot for people with good taste to have good times. The beautiful open spaces throughout its three buildings make visitors feel like they're on a posh Italian escape, and the slick white rooms with modern fixtures create instant relaxation upon arrival. There's a state-of-the-art spa and two gorgeous beachside pools with 40 cabanas offering absolute privacy. Its well-known gem The Champagne Bar features Miami's largest champagne selection (and a delicious menu of Italian selections), with bartenders in crisp white jackets ready to attend to your every whim. It's also home to Thomas Keller's only restaurant in the south, The Surf Club, serving only the highest caliber of dishes.

Pros

  • Unparalleled service
  • World-class spa
  • Five-star dining

Cons

  • Lots of local visitors at the bar
  • Far from nightlife
  • Not much in walking distance
9011 Collins Ave., FL, 33154, USA
305-381--3333
Hotel Details
77 rooms
No Meals

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