5218 Best Hotels in USA

Just a few miles beyond Zion National Park's East Entrance and about 16 miles northwest of Mount Carmel Junction, this scenic, 4,000-acre ranch offers a varied lineup of lodgings and a dizzying array of activities. Choose from cabins of different sizes, rambling vacation homes with kitchens, glamping options, tiny houses, or even a Conestoga wagon with bunk beds that sleeps six; you can also pitch a tent or hook up an RV. Kids love the cubbyhole-like sleeping areas shaped like covered wagons (they sleep up to four). Play miniature golf, or go ziplining, horseback riding, or rock climbing. After a long day on the ranch or exploring the park, head to the spa for a massage. There's also a restaurant and a large pool and deck.

All the rooms at this inn south of Sedona have either wood-burning or gas fireplaces, and some of them also have Jacuzzi tubs and balconies that look out onto the red rocks. The four spacious villas each have separate entrances and a fireplace that opens into both the sitting area and the bathroom, which is outfitted with a two-person Jacuzzi tub. What makes this place really special, though, is the impeccable yet casual service.

On the southern edge of SFO's runway, this Starwood-branded property has comfortable, compact rooms with triple-paned windows and blackout curtains that help diminish the noise. The glass-front lobby is the place to be, as guests can take advantage of the live music, well-made cocktails at the W XYZ bar, and a pool table and other house games. Throw in Re:fuel, the hotel's grab-and-go eatery, the Re:mix lounge, a heated pool, outdoor sun beds, and a state-of-the-art fitness center (Re:charge, of course) open 24/7, and this funky property starts to seem attractive to those not wanting to trek into the city. Another added bonus: A popular jogging trail runs parallel to the bay.

The sleek rooms at this boutique property next to gurgling Oak Creek but convenient to town come with many extras, including yoga classes, access to a spa and fitness center, complimentary mountain bikes, and a shuttle to nearby shops and restaurants. Step out onto your room's private balcony or terrace to take in expansive views of the red rocks or pool and waterfalls.

A safe choice, the full-service Marriott caters to the business and convention crowd with spacious, tech-updated rooms that also serve vacationing families well. Welcome splashes of color enliven the public spaces, and the room furnishings are handsome and smartly arranged. All rooms have flat-screen high-def TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi and are stocked with nice bath products.

Step back into the Victorian era at this sumptuous inn on the National Register of Historic Places, which features fine antiques and reproductions, luxurious scented linens and down blankets on canopied beds; and a collection of original framed prints from Harper's scattered throughout. Ground-floor rooms are smaller but cozy, with exposed brick walls, beamed ceilings, and, in some cases, windows at eye level with the lush courtyard. Most rooms in the inn, which occupies an 1838 mansion that once served as a bordello, have working gas fireplaces, and three have whirlpool tubs. The aroma of fresh flowers permeates the air. Afternoon tea is served on fine china, the evening social hour features hors d'oeuvres, and a full Victorian bar stocks boutique wines. In-room massage treatments can be arranged.

The European-country style of this airport hotel—think poster beds and heavy wooden furnishings—is pleasant enough, but the selling point is the bayfront address, promising unsurpassed views out of the double-paned windows. In the entrance hall, guests play chess or read before the crackling fireplace, looking up from time to time to photograph planes that pass close by (strangely quiet) as they approach the runway.

This 1931 neocolonial home stands regally along M Street; rooms are appointed with antiques and big, soft beds. All rooms have Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and four have fireplaces. The immaculately landscaped 1½-acre property has fruit trees and grapevines. Breakfast is hearty and imaginative, featuring locally grown fruit and other ingredients. Across the street is a walking and bicycling trail that runs for a few miles beside the creek.

This two-story motel about 3 miles from Canyon de Chelly but close to the junction with U.S. 191 has cheerful rooms with modern, no-frills oak furnishings and coffeemakers. The on-site Junction restaurant is one of the few spots in town to serve three meals a day, year-round, and there's a very good gift shop off the lobby.

Utilizing quintessential California landscaping standards like redwoods, bougainvilleas, and palms sets this well-maintained inn's exterior apart from its peers. Paintings of retro California postcards enliven the otherwise smallish quarters, each with a work desk, wingback chairs, and tiled baths with showers. The on-site Terrace Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the subterranean lounge features a wall of windows that peek into the depths of the outdoor swimming pool. Other perks include an airport shuttle, Continental breakfast, a hot tub, an exercise room, laundry facilities, and free Wi-Fi and parking.

Its downtown location is the lodge's primary draw—the McHenry Mansion and the McHenry Museum are nearby, and the county historical library is across the street. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, microwaves, refrigerators, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs.

Giant larch trees shade the large site, where fishing and boating are popular. There's a good beach for swimming, a horseshoes pit, wheelchair-accessible picnicking, and marked nature trails. Shopping, laundry, and services are nearby.

This B&B in verdant Oak Creek Canyon exudes rustic elegance in its Southwestern-themed rooms in charming wooden cabins, many with full kitchens and decks overlooking the creek. On summer mornings you can sit outside and enjoy home-baked breads and fresh egg dishes while listening to live classical violin or guitar music. Massage and facial services are available in your cabin or creekside.

More than a century old, this sprawling resort sits on landscaped grounds alongside Lake Chelan; every room has a balcony with mountain and beach views, and some have a kitchen or fireplace. Two-bedroom cabins with a kitchen and porch are on the east side of the property, near the marina. The lively Veranda and Pub, with a European feel and lake views, serves simple rustic fare with an extensive menu of fine, reasonably priced local wines. Happy hour on the deck is popular in summer and there's live music on Friday nights. The parklike, family-friendly setting includes pristine beaches, picnic areas, barbecues, and lots of room to romp.

This 19th-century landmark mansion first opened as an inn in 1906, expanding over the decades to include modern hotel rooms, private cottages, and mansion suites, along with a 3,000-foot full-service spa, all tiered down a hill in the center of Sausalito. The spacious hillside cottages are made for indulgence. Bay-view rooms are pricey, but the vistas are spectacular. In the newly restored mansion, the ultraluxurious 5,000-square-foot Alexandrite Suite can be your private domain for a pretty penny.

Set in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this luxury hotel and resort with a one-of-a-kind location on a former army post contains well-appointed, eco-friendly rooms that range from restored officers' quarters to modern spaces. Most of them overlook a massive lawn with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay. Murray Circle, the on-site restaurant, uses top-notch California ingredients and has an impressive wine cellar, and the neighboring casual bar offers food and drink on a large porch.

This all-suites hotel incorporates Western themes into a thoroughly modern and eco-friendly property. Exposed timber, tile accents, and a sunset-and-ochre color scheme connect you to the land. Meanwhile, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and Wi-Fi keep you in touch with the rest of the world. Green features include reclaimed wood trim from old structures inside Yellowstone National Park, natural bamboo-fiber fabrics, and organic soaps and shampoos. Some rooms have hot tubs and fireplaces.

Attentive service and generous breakfasts are touted at this clean chain hotel on the fringes of historic downtown. This is as good as it gets in a rather fragrant agriculture-driven town, and it's not too shabby.

Camping-in-style for those who don't like to camp—think massage services—this eco-adventure resort is a popular getaway for Silicon Valley techies and other urbanites and suburbanites. Trails from the 40-acre property connect with Año Nuevo State Reserve (just across Highway 1) and Big Basin. Many rooms in the lodge have fireplaces and all open to patios and decks where you can relax and watch deer and other wildlife bound across the hillsides. Cabins and tent bungalows don't have private baths, but they have electric lights, comfy beds with real mattresses, and access to nearby "comfort stations": restroom facilities with a courtyard fireplace, sauna, heated concrete floors, and private indoor and outdoor showers. There is also on-site RV and tent camping area. The Cascade Bar & Grill serves coastal California-style meals all day.

Amid a 15-acre valley on the north end of Inverness, this secluded getaway offers spacious one- and two-bedroom cabins with fireplaces and patios perfect for sunset barbecues and leisurely breakfasts. The cabins are tidy and well lighted, with large windows and impressive skylights. The inn is ideal for families who want extra space and a kitchen (or kitchenette) for cooking. Extras include a pool, a hot tub, lawn games, and tennis courts.

This stunning building (it used to be Joslins Department Store) sits right on the 16th Street Mall, which means everything downtown is a few blocks or a free Mall shuttle away. The lobby and public spaces are modern in theme, and the sparsely decorated rooms feature leather headboards and soothing earth tones and have city and mountain views. There's a Starbucks on-site.

A $30-million renovation has turned this hotel, located inside one of the area's most upscale shopping districts, into the first LEED Gold certified building in Montgomery County, with the amenities to show for it. From a recycling center and preferred parking for low-emission vehicles to complimentary bicyle rentals, this hotel is as friendly to the environment as it is to its guests. A high-tech lobby is outfitted with a boarding pass station where guests can print their boarding passes before heading to the airport, and a large touch-screen board that helps guests find nearby restaurants and shops.

This 1924 flatiron building smack in the center of Downtown contains a slice of Culver City's history—it was at one time owned by John Wayne, and also housed all 124 "munchkins" during the filming of The Wizard of Oz. The Grand Lobby restaurant, which doubles as a jazz venue, is decked out in wingback chairs and gilded paintings; gaze upward at the original murals and moulding along the ceiling. Rooms mimic the renaissance now occurring in Culver City, with antique furnishings set against modern artwork and flat-screen TVs. Rooms are airy with large windows and have rain-showers (but no tubs), Keurig coffeemakers, 24-hour room service, and free Wi-Fi. Splurge on the larger corner rooms, all of which are accented in purple and offer fun people-watching on Culver Boulevard.

You can savor the forested surroundings and shade in this sanctuary far removed from any major community. The grassy site has full hookups and pull-through parking.

Close to the lion's share of the trailheads in the Village of Oak Creek, this clean, older property is a good base for outdoor adventures, and the front desk has plenty of maps and advice on offer. Large rooms have refrigerators and microwaves, and they are quiet enough for a good night's rest after a day of exploring.

The city's largest hotel, adjacent to the convention center, rises 15 stories above downtown. Rooms include free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.

Once a series of cotton warehouses and factory offices that were built in 1852, this charming, pet-friendly inn has a handsome brick exterior, hunter-green shutters and awnings, and soaring 12- to 18-foot ceilings adorned with intricate crown molding. The interior design is tasteful and professionally done with details—notably the lavish drapes, done in a French toile pattern that looks remarkable against the shellacked brick—that put it a step above what you see in similarly priced properties, and the inviting guest rooms have one or two queen beds, a couch, and two comfy chairs. The Inn's restaurant, Tandem Coffee & Spirits, serves continental-style breakfast with signature coffee and espresso.