947 Best Hotels in USA

In this four-story waterfront hotel, every guest room has a water view (if you count the swimming pool); rooms look onto the cove, the open creek, or the courtyard. Whirlpools are available in some suites. Designed to accommodate conventions and meetings business, the hotel is often heavily booked, so try to reserve early.

One block from the National Air and Space Museum, this family-friendly hotel is in an excellent location for those bound for the Smithsonian museums. During the summer, kids can enjoy the rooftop pool with a view of the Capitol. A full-service restaurant, Capitol Bistro, is on-site, and a sizable hotel bar at the 21st Amendment Bar and Grill. In the lobby, there is space to relax, charge phones, and work at a table, and a full-service Starbucks fulfills many a caffeine fix. With two metro stations nearby, it makes the hotel a good base for exploring the city. 

Built circa 1900, this Victorian home-turned-inn is embellished with lace and chintz wallpaper. Claw-footed tubs and pull-chain toilets add to the vintage feel, but the home also features modern amenities like wireless Internet throughout the mansion. Guests can amuse themselves wandering the gardens, playing billiards, enjoying a game of chess on a set that has Civil War pieces, or admiring the owner's collection of antique dolls. A hearty country-style breakfast with home-baked breads and casseroles is served each morning.

Within walking distance of the restaurants, shops, and attractions at Thanksgiving Point, this reasonably priced all-suites Hilton property has well-stocked kitchenettes and roomy accommodations. Free parking and breakfast, an indoor pool and fitness center, and easy access from the interstate make it an excellent base for exploring Utah County—and Salt Lake City is still within day-tripping distance.

Suites with fully equipped kitchens are walking distance from shopping and dining and close to museums and gardens. Dinner and drinks are provided Monday through Thursday.

In the heart of the lively downtown business district, steps from great restaurants and shops, this handsomely restored 1911 boutique hotel has a grand, Old West facade, behind which are simple but whimsically decorated rooms and a few larger suites that have kitchenettes and large sitting rooms. Within the hotel, there's also a dorm-style hostel, called the Bunkhouse, that's a great find for budget travelers. The trendy restaurant Broder Øst, at street level, serves delicious modern Scandinavian fare.

Located in the heart of the Strip, Horseshoe, formerly Bally's, is an old-school property with contemporary rooms and suites that is an underrated choice for a Vegas vacation. Rooms are spacious at around 450 square feet, with Penthouse Suites ranging from 2,550 to 3,425 square feet, and some have a decent view of the Fountains at Bellagio. The seasonal Blu Pool has daybeds and cabanas as well as Foosball and cornhole games; it's also one of the few Strip resorts that still has tennis courts, although not as many as it used to have. Out front, check out the open-air mall dubbed the Grand Bazaar Shops.

Near Union Square shops, theaters, and restaurants, this appealing hotel has small but tastefully appointed rooms with smart TVs, device docking stations, comfortable bedding, and fancy bath products. The lobby's fireplace and warm wood and stainless-steel accents lend a modern feel.

With cheerful rooms and nicely designed public spaces, the Hotel Cass is a true boutique property that bears little resemblance to more generic branches in the Holiday Inn chain. The crisp white lobby is sparse and elegant, and the dramatic red hallway is offset with humorous portraits. Accommodations are modern and bright, with green headboards that nearly reach the ceiling and artwork that includes photos of 1950s fashion icons; subway-style tiles in the bathroom hark back to the 1920s.

In business since 1956, this small three-story hotel is something of a Kauai beachfront landmark, with clean comfortable rooms, some with great ocean views, and a large pool that overlooks the water---expect great sunrises. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, mini-refrigerators, microwaves, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. The two-room units are good for families; the oceanfront units are, unsurprisingly, the nicest. Conveniently located on the county bus line and a coastal path, the property is within walking distance of shops and restaurants.

This rejuvenated, beach-theme 1950s motor lodge with nicely appointed rooms and a fun, heated outdoor pool is all alone in a higher, hipper class of Cow Hollow/Marina boutique hotels. Blown-glass bedside lamps, a bright orange accent wall, and tufted white and silver headboards set an effervescent mood in the guest rooms. The Del Sol is nicely situated halfway between Union Street and Chestnut Street, with easy walking access to both.

Crystal chandeliers and gleaming century-old wooden floors and banisters welcome you into the foyer of this restored 1904 boutique property two blocks from Chico State University. The hotel, Chico's finest, added 16 rooms in 2021 following an expansion into the Morehead building, erected in 1900, next door. A second-floor hallway connects the two structures. Guest rooms range from ones in the affordable and aptly named "Petite" category to spacious suites with full kitchens. All rooms and suites, some furnished with antiques, others with well-crafted reproductions, come with a refrigerator, a coffeemaker, an HDTV, and a safe, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The rate includes guest passes to a nearby fitness center.

The renovated rooms of this rustic beauty of a building are comfortable and elegant, and each has custom-made furniture and a modern-but-period-style bathroom. Friendly staff help get you situated and will happily tell you about the hotel's history and things to do in the area. American standards and Southwestern fare are served in the dining room and saloon. Old West elegance and the house specialty—hand-cut steaks—please locals and visitors alike.

Both homey and innovative, the Hotel G has tiled lobby floors, large windows, and high ceilings (giving even the smallish standard rooms an airy feel) that pay homage to the building's century-plus history, while smart TVs, Bluetooth radios, Nespresso machines, and Wi-Fi keep it firmly in the present. Rooms have woven Indian rugs, denim headboards, black-and-white wallpapered closets, floating light fixtures, and throw pillows shaped like the Golden State. The on-site gym is well equipped and open 24 hours.

Situated near Penn Station and convenient for Chelsea's attractions, the Hotel Hayden doesn't look like much from outside, but step inside, and a stylish atmosphere unfolds—all the way to your room. The colorfully bedecked rooms (and two suites) are large by New York hotel standards and are equipped with coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi, plush bathrobes, and a cozier-than-usual bed. Rates also include continental breakfast. 

Although it's part of a chain, this bright, bold boutique hotel makes you feel like you're staying in a hip apartment rather than a by-the-night lodging. Suites have a spacious soaking tub, as well as a kitchen alcove with a small refrigerator and microwave, a dining area, and a living room with a second large TV. All rooms have a desk, flat-screen TV, high-end coffeemaker, tiled walk-in shower, and large windows, as well as free Wi-Fi and access to a tech concierge on call. A stay here puts you 20 to 30 minutes from Downtown, amid office parks where many businesses have headquarters. Tapestry Park's collection of stores and restaurants is only steps away. The hotel has a bar and eatery with outdoor seating that overlooks the nicely landscaped lake. Room service is available.

Fans of Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo will want to grab a room---specifically room 401---at this remodeled and rebranded hotel on the edge of Lower Nob Hill, where Kim Novak's Carlotta lived. The character's face in a tile mosaic overlooks the lobby, and the view up the stairwell invokes the movie's title. Comfortable, good-size rooms in restful blues and grays with a splash of gold come with amenities like Keurig coffeemakers and robes. The lobby bar/restaurant Carlotta's (of course) offers waffles and breakfast sandwiches in the morning and cocktails and light fare in the evening.

A rowdy gold-rush miners' haunt, this hotel anchoring Moke Hill's historic downtown contains rooms and suites decorated with a mishmash of Victorian antiques and utilitarian pieces. Ask about friendly ghosts and disreputable folks like Black Bart and Joaquin Murrieta who imbibed and played cards here. The courtyard opens to a garden with a pool and deck, and 150-year-old orange trees dot the grounds. The cozy restaurant, its original stone walls partially exposed, serves traditional American fare, from burgers and shrimp and grits to filet mignon. Dine on the patio when it's warm.

Guest rooms are in need of updating, but on the whole, there's a lot to love about this historic property, starting with a cool, kitschy vibe that feels authentic. And then there's the location, so close to Lincoln Park that guests can practically roll out of bed and into the zoo. Make a point to head up to the J. Parker rooftop lounge; the food and cocktails are only okay, but the view is one of the city's best. Other dining options range from locally made pastries at casual Elaine’s Coffee Call to lavish 17-course feasts at Sushi Suite 202, an omakase “speakeasy” secreted inside a converted guest room. For the best views, request a room on the ninth floor or above, facing east toward the park and the lake.

The best thing about this place is that, unlike many of the historic inns and luxury hotels in the Poconos region, the rooms are cheap and clean. It’s not the kind of place you’d go for a honeymoon or even on a relaxing weekend away, but if you need a simple base for exploring the area, the Hotel M should do the trick. It’s located about 10 miles from the Pocono Lake Preserve, east of Interstate 380.

One of the oldest hotels in the state, this six-story local landmark dates from 1929 and towers over Ely's historic downtown. The luxury rooms are especially nice, with most named after the celebrities who have allegedly stayed here: Gary Cooper, Ingrid Bergman, President Lyndon Johnson, and others. The hotel has a restaurant and small casino, and leather-clad bikers seem to love the place.

Step back in time at this restored 1888 summer hotel, where the decor in the main building remains Victorian and that in the cottages and bungalows is more contemporary. For a truly romantic retreat, though, book the carriage-house suite. Relax on the big wraparound porch or in the parlor beside the stone fireplace. To keep room rates down, the owners have employed a few cost-saving measures: soap is the only in-room toiletry, and although there's coffee in the morning, there is no breakfast (you can always head to the Sea Gull Shop and Restaurant, next door to the lighthouse, which is known for its memorable meals). Like the hotel itself, the booking process will transport you to earlier times: you must call to request a reservation and then send a deposit in the form of a check; you'll receive a postcard confirmation.

Reasonable rates and vintage allure make this 1923 art deco property worth considering for budget travelers, especially those without a car (parking’s a pain) seeking a downtown location and a touch of style. The high-ceilinged, tile-floor lobby, decked out with contemporary sofas and chairs, has boutique-hotel appeal, but the rooms, furnished with less flair, are on the small side. The ground-floor Costeaux Bakery and The Shuckery seafood restaurant are excellent.

This two-story property has 7½ attractively landscaped acres and a big swimming pool. The sizeable rooms have king- and queen-size beds, robes, baths with granite countertops, mini-refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi; some have fireplaces.

This warmly furnished hotel dating from 1907, making it the oldest in La Conner, is set amid downtown's many atmospheric shops and galleries. Its homey rooms are furnished with handmade country-style furniture. A shaded courtyard enhanced by garden sculptures is the place to linger in serenity.

Of downtown Homestead's smattering of mom-and-pop lodges, this historic inn is by far the most desirable. With its Victorian-style rooms done up in pastels and reproduction antique furniture, there's a fantastic restaurant and bar inside as well. Opened in 1904, this was the town's first hotel, which later became its first mercantile store, first post office, first library, and first boardinghouse. It's now recognized as the oldest building in the city. Each of the 13 charming rooms feature unique layouts and furnishings, and some provide access to a shared balcony. Owners have transformed the hotel's restaurant on the first floor into City Hall Bistro-Martini Bar, a foodie haven for Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine with guitar music on weekends. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Just a block from Waikiki Beach, this unassuming but stylish boutique hotel focuses on wellness and renewal, making it a calm alternative to the big, bustling resorts that dominate the area. The cozy rooms feature muted tones and mid-century modern furnishings. Perks include free Wi-Fi, morning coffee in the lobby, and yoga or other wellness programs. There's also a grab-and-go food station and a (very) small lobby bar.