5218 Best Hotels in USA

This beloved boutique hotel—steps from Mystic's iconic drawbridge—comprises six low-level buildings including the new Stanton House for a total of 55 rooms. While some buildings, such as the Stonington House, date to the 19th century, a 2022 property-wide refresh introduced a chic contemporary coastal-inspired decor—white-on-white rooms with pops of color (coral, navy, or cornflower yellow), subtle nautical motifs, and high-tech amenities—while retaining its historic charm (the porch rockers are a nice touch). The Stanton House (opened in June 2025) features 10 luxe suites including a sprawling penthouse, complete with custom furnishings, a sleek kitchenette, and a living room with a two-sided gas fireplace, as well as a wraparound deck with prime Mystic River views. The on-site Shipwright's Daughter restaurant, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef David Standridge, is the town's premier dining spot, while the hotel's new Mystic Fish Camp, serves up casual fare like fried oysters, salads, onion rings, and fish sandwiches.

Convenient, comfortable, and affordable, this Polynesian-style pole house provides a good base for exploring the area, as it's only a ½-mile from beaches, five minutes from golf courses, and close to restaurants and shopping. There's a feeling of old Hawaii here: the covered lanai is decorated with original tiki-style wood carvings by local artists, there are Hawaiian quilts on the beds, and stately palms shade the patio area, where you can barbecue or just relax next to a burbling fountain.

On 13 acres bordering the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, these well-maintained cabins are in walking distance of Woodland Lake and Walnut Creek. The cabins have fireplaces (wood or natural gas), grills, and double sofa beds. One-, two-, and three-bedroom units—some with second bathrooms—have either handsome knotty-pine or more modern wood-panel interiors. The four log cabins, three of them studio units, have a "hideaway cabin" vibe. Couples may want to request one of the alpine suites with a whirlpool tub.

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The real gems of this roadside motel are the updated cabins with warm, wooden walls and big windows, though traditional motel rooms are offered at a lower price, and all rooms have little conveniences like microwaves and refrigerators. Right in the center of town, the property is aging but has a big following, often booking up months in advance for the busiest times of year. There's a laundry on-site, and right next door is Stan's Burger Shak, which is regionally famous for its burgers, fries, and shakes.

This welcoming B&B occupies an 1878 home whose age is an advantage rather than a deterrent. Rooms have comfortable modern amenities, and owners/hosts Gladys and Larry Pilarski are a joyful presence. Sitting on the porch in the afternoon feels like a slice of small-town life from a bygone era. 

You can't help but leave the city pressures behind as you drive up the fence-lined road to this farm where horses graze. The main house is homey and rustic, with more-refined, contemporary-country guest rooms. You may sit on one of many decks and enjoy the display of wildflowers. In winter, the fieldstone fireplace is put to use. For more privacy, stay in the Carriage House, a converted barn with two suites. Breakfast—pancakes or egg dishes—is hearty, and home-baked pie and cake are readily available. After fueling up, explore one of the trails on the grounds.

Just up the street from Manteo's romantic waterfront, this B&B is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and meets all the criteria for luxury wrapped in serenity. Each architecturally unique room is furnished with antiques curated from family heirlooms or private collections, and rich linens, cushy bathrobes, and gas-log fireplaces reflect an inn designed for the pampered traveler. In addition to spa and concierge service, afternoon coffee, tea, and desserts are served, and the private gardens, verandas, and porches extend the hospitality outdoors.

Since the late 1800s this inn has provided lodging and excellent food in downtown Fish Creek. Rooms, occupying several buildings, are individually styled and feature hardwood floors, canopy beds, and porches; some are particularly spacious. There are also one- and two-bedroom cottages and homes. Breakfast is included with all rates. In the antiques-filled dining room, lamb, beef, and seafood dishes accented by locally sourced ingredients like cheese and cherries are served by candlelight. Traditional Scandinavian fish boils are held every Friday evening, plus Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday in May through October.

The 1835 Greek Revival sits on a half acre near the village's main sights. Behind the inn are the carriage house, pool, and shaded yard. Public areas are enlivened by Oriental rugs. Guest rooms feel more casual, thanks to pastel color schemes, country quilts, and flowers here and there. Rooms can be combined to accommodate groups of up to six.

Redwoods and other trees shade this three-story 1886 gingerbread Victorian that 2024 renovations transformed into a homelike contemporary inn with boutique-hotel flourishes. One smallish (223 square feet) room has a queen bed, but the rest, from 289 to around 500 square feet, are spacious, and some have high ceilings. The furniture and lighting fixtures tilt more modern upscale than period, but they've been thoughtfully selected and suit the setting. All the rooms and a suite with a separate sitting area have HDTVs, small refrigerators, and Nespresso coffeemakers. A few King Deluxe rooms have shared balconies overlooking the front garden. A buffet breakfast with a hot entrée is laid out each morning in a living-room-like space whose deck overlooks the pool, hot tub, and landscaped backyard.

Victorian frills and florals are in full effect at this handsome inn, originally the White family residence. Some of the building dates from 1868; it became an inn in 1919. Victorian antiques and reproduction pieces furnish the rooms, which have wall-to-wall carpeting and (very) floral wall coverings and may have white-wicker furniture or carved-wood four-poster beds. The restaurant serves mostly Continental fare that includes entrées such as pecan-encrusted chicken and prime rib (Friday and Saturday only).

With incredible views and proximity to a hot-springs bathhouse, this isolated retreat 65 miles northwest of Sitka is one of Southeast's most prized public-use cabins. In the Tongass National Forest facing the Pacific Ocean, the cabin is accessible only by boat, and you'll need to walk in from a nearby cove. The cabin sleeps four (bring your own sleeping bags) and has bunk beds, a woodstove, a table, and an outhouse. You must arrange your own transportation and bring all your own supplies.

A cozy library with a crackling fireplace and comfortable chairs and sofas is the heart of this inviting English-style bed-and-breakfast, a sister property to the French-style Petite Auberge next door. The homey atmosphere (with a few mod touches) extends to the sizable rooms, which have floral carpeting and wallpaper, Edwardian-style furniture, and gas fireplaces topped by book-lined mantels. Guests enjoy wine and cheese in the afternoon and a gourmet breakfast basket. Adding to the charm are the century-old cage-style elevator and caring staff members who seem to know everyone's name.

Step back in time at this inn restored to its appearance circa 1790. Built as a home in 1733, it was a tavern, then a general store; it may be the town's oldest building. Brick fireplaces and deep window seats, an old writing desk, and pewter candleholders are all in keeping with its Colonial past. The original kitchen, shaded by a giant elm, is the inn's most requested guest room—its rough ceiling beams, brick floor, and large fireplace attest to its antiquity. Afternoon tea is served in the dining room, on the rear stone patio, or in guest rooms.

Set in a subalpine meadow, the White Wolf Lodge has rustic accommodations and makes an excellent base camp for hiking the backcountry. Traditional cabins have private baths, heaters, and two double beds; canvas tent cabins with shared baths sleep up to four persons. Breakfast and dinner are served home-style in the snug main building.

Although the oldest part of the Whitehall is an 1834 white-clapboard sea captain's home, there's nothing stodgy about this historic hotel as the eclectic, mid-century-modern decor shakes things up with lots of red and other bright pops of color. All baths have been updated with walk-in showers. Lodging includes a breakfast buffet with such choices as cold meats and cheeses, house-made pastries, and a hot egg entrée. A small bar serves beer, wine, and canned cocktails. In a small room to one side of the lobby, photos and other memorabilia pay homage to Pulitzer-winning poet Edna St. Vincent Millay, whose poem "Renascence" describes the view from atop Mt. Battie, which rises just behind the inn. Millay grew up in Rockland and Camden in the early 1900s and had a summer job at the hotel as a teenager. When she read her poetry one evening, a guest was so impressed she arranged for Millay's college education and set her on her career path. The inn is a half-mile from downtown Camden.

This bland but economical two-story motel just outside the entrance to the national park has spacious rooms that have recently undergone a remodel. There's a kid-friendly water park, open May through September, with two 150-foot waterslides. This is your best bet for proximity to the park—just don't expect many frills.

An excellent location for high-end shopping, the Whitley boasts clientele that’s just as upscale. The smallish lobby invites you to linger, with lighter takes on club seating, paintings of flora and fauna native to Georgia, a gilded deer statue and fireplace all a part of the warm welcome. Approachable luxury in the spacious rooms and celebrity-status suites—one includes a pool table—brought the hotel a more modern look when it transitioned from the Ritz-Carlton in 2019. The stuffiness is gone, and not much remains except the Italian marble in the baths. Bay windows in each room add to the big, at-home feel.

Near shops and restaurants in Weaverville's historic district and shaded by black locust trees, this Victorian inn has five rooms, two with a shared bathroom. In keeping with the home's period, some have four-poster beds, claw-foot tubs, pedestal sinks, and fabric wall coverings but woo contemporary travelers with comfortable mattresses, free Wi-Fi, and central heating and air-conditioning. The two most popular rooms are the Garden Room—the inn's largest, it has a view of the landscaped courtyard—and the Rose Room, whose furnishings include pieces owned by the grandmother of innkeeper Noelle Roget.

One of the condo-like rooms in this small B&B is a great choice for anyone who wants to venture outside downtown Chicago and sample two of its most popular neighborhoods—Wicker Park and Bucktown. Each room is unique; all are tastefully decorated with streetscape photography, handmade beds, and hardwood floors, and some feature original fireplaces. A stylish shared kitchen serves as the main hangout space. This is a great place for a long stay.

Built in 1918 as a retreat for executives of the Goodyear Company, the grand Wigwam maintains its historical character while delivering a modern-day luxury experience. The expansive property can be traversed by chauffeured golf carts, and features great golf, tennis, and a fantastic spa.

On the National Register of Historic Places, the iconic Wigwam consists of 15 bright-white concrete teepees. As you might expect, wigwams are phoneless; however, they do have cable TV. A small lobby museum exhibits Mexican, Native American, and military relics collected by the owner's family. All the classic cars parked by the teepees also belong to the owners.

Best known for its herd of llamas and goats, this cedar-and-brick inn is decorated with romantic furnishings and offers themed guest rooms with fireplaces and outdoor hot tubs for stargazing. In 2020 a new owner stepped in and renovated rooms with hardwood floors, antique furnishings, footed tubs, and king-size beds. A nod to nature are manzanita handrails along garden pathways and sustainability efforts to make the hotel completely off-grid. From the "Dreamcatcher" room with Navajo decor, to "Shady Lady" designed burlesque style, take your pick from a variety of styles. For more space, request "Willow," which sleeps up to four people. 

Bay Area weekenders and tourists dabbling at the outdoor life but needing a floor, a queen bed with linens, and clean communal restrooms and showers head to this well-run “glamping” hideaway. All 40 tents have the same dimensions, and each site offers nearly the same amenities: a raised platform, covered porch, electricity, a heated mattress pad, Wi-Fi, a heater, and a fan inside, and a picnic table, firepit, and patio furniture outside. The view and proximity to the river determine the pricing. Regulars covet the row of Riverside tents (and the only four cabins, whose air-conditioning can be a godsend in summer), which have no forward views of cars or other tents. Farther from the river, the following two rows, Premium and Standard, look at the backs of other tents, though many are closer to the restrooms, showers, and communal grilling facilities. A market operates at the entrance, and the property hosts live music and wine events on some weekends.

The two connected brownstones that were once home to a social club for Williams College are now a modern, extended-stay hotel with an outpost of the speakeasy-style cocktail bar Raines Law Room. The six-story property has rooms with bold colors and contemporary style, plus free Wi-Fi, Roku devices, and fully equipped kitchens. Service is a focus here, with a 24-hour concierge. The common spaces take their inspiration from the building's roots: the Shakespeare is a polished restaurant serving British classics in a space designed to resemble a gentleman's club, and The Shakespeare Pub is a classic British pub with wood-beam ceilings. The property incorporates a pre-arrival check-in process, and an app for use during your stay, but the front desk staff can assist you. It also has a partnership with Blink Fitness Grand Central, just two blocks away.

The sleek, 23-story tower of glass and steel dazzles newcomers (and even a few old-school residents) with stylish rooms—each of which has its own balcony. While the hotel has big spaces for weddings and events, the city's longest outdoor pool, Little Fino (an all-day bar and café), and its flagship Italian restaurant Leuca under the helm of a James Beard award-winning chef Andrew Carmellini, its biggest selling point is its outstanding view of the Manhattan skyline—practically in perfect alignment with the Empire State Building—especially from its 22nd-floor restaurant, Westlight. 

Located in the heart of Williams College territory, this newly remodeled inn will be tough to book on parent or alumni weekends, but it's worth a try. It's slightly larger than your typical inn, but does still embrace nature with outdoor firepit seating, and a lighted walkway to help you walk to downtown easily.

This grand hotel from 1937 is owned and operated by Colonial Williamsburg—rooms are beautifully and individually furnished with reproductions and antiques in the English Regency style, and genteel service and tradition reign. Rooms come with such perks as morning coffee and afternoon tea, a daily newspaper, turndown service, and bathrobes. The Providence Wings, adjacent to the inn, are less formal; rooms are in a contemporary style with Asian accents and overlook the tennis courts, a private pond, and a wooded area.