1102 Best Hotels in USA

This luxury boutique hotel just steps from the resort's lifts has quickly developed a reputation as the swankiest accommodation in the Taos region. Of course, if you're not here to ski, hike, or pursue other valley activities, the hotel is a bit remote—a 30-minute drive from Taos Plaza—to serve as a base for exploring the area. But the setting is gorgeous, and the amenities, which include a first-rate spa and increased dining options, are excellent. The $60-million LEED-certified hotel with a classic but contemporary French-Swiss Alpine look and vibe contains 80 rooms and suites with earthy tones, plush linens, humidifiers, and—in the suites—gas fireplaces. The largest suites have well-stocked kitchenettes and sweeping mountain views. A fireplace warms the inviting lobby, and 192 at the Blake restaurant is a sleek, stylish spot for drinks or a bite to eat. There's also a year-round heated pool and hot tub.

This charming lodging option on the western shore of Bear Lake happens to be just over the border in Idaho, set on a grassy bluff near Bear Lake West Golf Course and offering two vacation homes decorated with country furnishings and colorful quilts. The Farm Home can accommodate 12 guests and features five theme bedrooms each with a fireplace and bathroom. The Lake Home can accommodate 11 guests and features two bedrooms, two futons, and two bunk beds. Both homes offer great views of the lake and have beach access. 

Families favor this hotel for its proximity to the New England Aquarium, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and the North End. In a building that somewhat resembles a docked ship (fitting for its Long Wharf location), guest rooms that open to a five-story atrium have harbor or park views, and the gorgeous enclosed swimming pool overlooks Boston Harbor.

Elegant and contemporary, this downtown inn has a spacious, Craftsman-style great room with warm tones and an inviting stone fireplace, and original artwork is on display throughout the property. Each room is individually decorated, and all have flat-screen TVs and DVD players, and luxurious, high-thread-count, all-cotton linens. Some rooms have Jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, and balconies. A gourmet full breakfast is included. Guests have access to a local fitness center—and bottled water, organic coffee and tea, soda, and snacks in the lobby.

On 20 wooded acres between the Chester River and the Chesapeake Bay, about 1 miles south of downtown Chestertown, this mid-19th-century inn, known for its gracious hospitality, still resembles the plantation house it once was. The brick building's entrance has a 3½-story walnut-and-ash staircase, pine floors, and plaster ceiling medallions. All of the spacious, well-appointed guest rooms have working fireplaces (but only lit October through April), and five have hot tubs. Classic movies, available from the innkeepers' private collection, can be viewed in the library, which also has an extensive supply of books. Rates include a full country breakfast and afternoon tea with homemade pastries.

This B&B in verdant Oak Creek Canyon exudes rustic elegance in its Southwestern-theme 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.

Located in a grove of old Ponderosa pines on the banks of the Swan River, these well-appointed cottages are an excellent place to stay any season of the year. From one-room suites to full one- and two-bedroom cabins, all the units offer the comforts of home just a short stroll from all the gastronomical and cultural amenities Bigfork has to offer. If you want to sit and admire the river from your front porch, choose one of the Deluxe River Cabins.

There's an upscale yet homey country feel to this stately 1795 clapboard inn within walking distance of the village center, and it's operated by the same family that owns the Loaves & Fishes food shop in Sagaponack. Beautiful antique dressers and mirrors decorate the rooms, and many of them have four-poster beds. An expansion project will provide greater capacity, in the same cozy style, for 2015. The sumptuous English breakfast, served in the dining room or on the veranda, is one of the biggest treats here.

Set on 30 acres of farmland, this farmhouse provides a trip through time to life on a tobacco plantation in the 19th century. Rooms are decorated with original family furnishings. Relax on one of the big outdoor porches or patios and watch the St. Mary's River running lazily nearby. In the evening there are two candlelit dining rooms—the foyer or the formal parlor. Five miles of hiking trails lead to St. Mary's City, and the inn has bikes for the use of guests. The in-house restaurant specializes in seafood and occasionally serves such exotic items as bison, ostrich, or shark.

Amid serene desert on a far corner of the 152-acre Joshua Tree Retreat Center, this adults-only property has three painstakingly restored mid-century-modern buildings containing suites that offer the architectural panache of Palm Springs (patterned masonry, breeze blocks, angular lines, slanted roofs, giant windows) and mod-cons like keyless entry, Parachute linens, and water filtered by reverse osmosis. Each unit has its own kitchen, patio, books, games, and binoculars, but outdoor communal spaces with bistro light–lit long tables, propane grills, and fire pits give groups places to gather. We recommend starting your day by making French-press coffee to take with you on a walk through the vast grounds, which contain ponds, pools, art installations, a café, a bookstore, energy vortices, and the world's largest assemblage of Frank Lloyd Wright's son's organic architecture. For an extra fee, you can also join official retreat workshops.

Be prepared to be spoiled silly at this gorgeous bed-and-breakfast owned by Christopher Allen, who worked as a butler before opening this with his wife Kimberly. Rooms are decorated to represent the estates the owner worked in. Home-cooked hot breakfast includes a frittata with vegetables from the garden and Kim's delicious banana-stuffed French toast.

A hip and sophisticated take on a classic Greek Revival inn, this town-center lodging has been in operation since the 1870s, but its current owners, a Swedish hospitality group, have endowed it with cool Scandinavian flair. Each of its spacious and luxurious rooms and cottages is uniquely designed and inspired by artists, designers, writers, and scientists, ranging from modern edge to cozy traditional. Rooms in the three cottages can be rented singly or combined to accommodate larger groups, making it a family-friendly option. In the restaurant the chef prepares sumptuous daily specials using fresh local seafood and produce as well as Swedish imports like Västerbotten cheese. The garden hosts live music, cocktails, an Ping-Pong on weekends. A continental Scandinavian breakfast is included in high season and on weekends in the off-season.

The cabins in this 750-acre resort campground just a boat ride away from the Magic Kingdom don't exactly constitute roughing it, as they are compact, air-conditioned log homes that accommodate four grown-ups and two youngsters.

At this destination spa—celebrities like Julia Roberts and Oprah Winfrey escape here for some serious R&R—you’ll feel like you’ve died and gone to a pampering Provençal village heaven. Classic French style prevails in the opulent lounge areas and private villas, which have marble baths, Frette linens, antique furnishings, and 200-year-old reclaimed wood floors. Villa balconies open onto hillsides blanketed in lavender, where a stone chapel—brought over from Dijon and dating back to 1615—is used for meditation and weddings. Every prix-fixe three-course dinner is a fine-dining experience in an ornate setting (crystal chandeliers, velvet chairs, and a 14th-century fireplace from France). Included in the daily rate are healthy meals, spa treatments, transportation around San Diego, and fitness classes, although many guests upgrade to personal trainers and oxygen facials that plump out wrinkles. After a morning hike, classes are offered every hour, including Pilates, yoga, spin, crystal sound baths, and aqua aerobics in the Olympic-size pool. Guests also have access to clay tennis courts, beach volleyball, pickleball courts, a bathhouse, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Cal-a-Vie is the only destination spa in the world with a private, 18-hole golf course. For retail therapy, guests can purchase private-label Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot wines grown on Cal-a-Vie’s vineyards, or they can shop at the spa’s fashion boutique and antiques store.

Perched on a hill overlooking the harbor, not far from downtown, this luxurious retreat offers beautiful views of the water and the Camden Hills. Originally a simple summer hotel dating from the late 1800s, the Camden Harbour Inn—a member of Relais & Chateaux—was transformed by its Dutch owners, who continue to inspire staff to pay close attention to guests' every need. From a glass of prosecco upon arrival to an indulgent breakfast (lobster Benedict, anyone?) and stylishly decorated rooms and suites with a plethora of amenities, you can expect to be pampered throughout your stay. Some rooms have fireplaces or patios. Conveniently, Natalie's, a highly regarded fine-dining restaurant, is just downstairs. There's a lodging package that includes dinner at Natalie's and other packages offering such fun experiences as catching your own lobster aboard a lobster boat and learning to cook it with Natalie's chef or taking a tour of local lighthouses in a limousine.

An ultramodern lodge that's all sharp lines, sleek surfaces, and colorful, contemporary art is just steps from the gondola and features huge rooms and suites. Fireplaces keep the rooms toasty on winter evenings, and a hot tub on the second floor is great for relaxing stiff muscles after a day on the slopes or trails. There are plenty of other nice touches, including chic leather furnishings and complimentary wine and cheese in winter.

Each room at this sprawling resort—a family favorite since 1901 and situated on beautifully landscaped grounds alongside a marina and a pristine, 1,200-foot, Lake Chelan beach—has balcony views of the lake or mountains; some rooms also have a kitchen or fireplace. A major draw here is the wealth of activities, from treatments in the day spa to plenty of kids' programs in summer. There's a lively pub, too, that turns out straightforward comfort food and offers live music some nights.

A full-service hotel in the heart of downtown, this Kimpton property blends a casual, beach-getaway feel with contemporary California style. Spanish tiles, wood floors, and sea-grass color schemes create an exotic mood throughout. Homey touches in the light-filled rooms include wood-and-rattan four-poster beds, yoga mats, and canvas tote bags to take along while touring the town. The sixth-floor, guests-only rooftop lounge has a pool and stunning views.

The choice of many celebrities and dignitaries since it opened in 1943, the Hilton has modern perks like a health club and spa and is well located for shopping and eating out. Black-and-white photographs of D.C. landmarks enhance the traditional and stylish surroundings. The White House, three Metro stations, National Mall, and many restaurants and shops are all within walking distance.

A winning combination of glamour, service, and pastoral seclusion makes this resort with freestanding board-and-batten cottages the perfect getaway for active lovebirds or families and groups seeking to unwind. The several bars, a tasting room (wine and spirits flights, plus beer and nonalcoholic beverages), and restaurants on property and the Town Square's lawn games area and Pavilion open-air lounge provide numerous opportunities for socializing, but when it's time to power down, the cottages and suites deliver the utmost in privacy. Natural light floods the cottages, whose French doors lead to private gardens, some with firepits and outdoor soaking tubs. Fireplaces, ethereal beds topped with plush linens, and spacious bathrooms with heated slate floors and large indoor-outdoor showers may make it difficult to summon the will to head to the hilltop infinity swimming pool and hot tub, where the vineyard views never fail to astound. The Hilltop dining room is open to guests only, but Farm and the Boon Fly Café, both public restaurants, are popular with visitors throughout the Wine Country.

For a romantic, cushy getaway in the piney woods near Gifford Pinchot National Forest, book one of these luxurious rustic-chic cabins outfitted with hot tubs and separate walk-in showers, DVD players, fireplaces, sitting areas, and private porches. Set amid lush gardens and fire pits, this idyllic little retreat is handy to some of the best hiking in the Gorge, but plenty of couples simply cozy up in their cabins and breathe in the tranquil woodland air. In-cabin spa services can be arranged, and rates include full breakfast and in-cabin snack baskets.

An appealing lodging option if you favor tranquil, rugged settings surrounded by the lush valleys and sweeping hills east of the Cascades, this angular, contemporary B&B is just outside the quirky little town of Cashmere, about midway between Leavenworth and Wenatchee. The three suites—each named for a local pear variety—are graciously appointed with gas fireplaces, smart TVs, snug robes, and private decks or balconies with magnificent views of the countryside.

Tiki torches light the way through grounds thick with tropical foliage to the six two-story buildings and the 14-story high-rise on Mission Bay known for its bayfront location and activities. The Polynesian theme continues in the guest rooms, which all have either a balcony or a patio to enjoy the sea breezes. The Catamaran Spa offers Hawaiian-style massages, ginger-root detox wraps, and sugar body scrubs. The fitness center looks out on the bay; kayaks, pedal boats and other craft are available for rent from the hotel's dock. Among the resort's many summertime activities are Hawaiian luau and bay cruises aboard the Bahia Belle stern-wheeler. A champagne brunch is held every Sunday in the Oceana Coastal Kitchen restaurant.

If you want the atmosphere of a mountain lodge with modern amenities and good connectivity, this property is ideal. The spacious lobby features a large stone fireplace, beautiful floor tile work that looks like a mountain river, and nice stone features. Rooms have LED TVs, free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, and microwaves, and on-site amenities include an indoor pool, a hot tub, a business center, and a fitness room. Breakfast is included, and there's a 24-hour complimentary coffee bar with free cookies in the afternoon. The lodge is 18 miles from West Glacier, but there's a free shuttle to Lake McDonald Lodge in summer and a free shuttle to Whitefish Mountain Resort during ski season. Rooms on the east side have a mountain view; those on the west side overlook a community green space.

Built in 1929 as a luxury apartment complex, the Chateau is now one of the city's most unique Golden-era hotels. It attracts a creative crowd of artists, writers, actors, and photographers in the calming oasis set on a hill. Guest rooms include poolside garden cottages and private bungalows for discreet five-star service. The architecturally significant hillside bungalows were designed by Craig Elwood.

Just steps away from the Deer Valley lifts at Silver Lake Village, this modern interpretation of a luxury European château incorporates designer furnishings, heated towel racks, full kitchens in suites, gas fireplaces, and numerous windows with spectacular mountain views. Renovations in 2022 added an expanded courtyard with fountains, cozy seating areas with fire pits, outdoor games, and plenty of space for kids to roam, plus an updated outdoor pool area with more lounge chairs, a second hot tub, and a spacious fitness center. The service is exemplary, and the on-site restaurant, Cena, offers traditional Italian dining in a warm and relaxing space. Complimentary s'mores kits and a daily breakfast buffet are offered year-round.  

One of the grande dames of Cape Cod's resort scene, this sprawling 25-acre oceanfront estate was built in 1914 as a private hunting lodge; now, more than 200 rooms are spread over 30-plus separate buildings and share a quarter-mile private beach. Guest accommodations include rooms in the main inn, cottages, and spa suites, with a fresh beachy vibe. From boat excursions to clambakes to farm-to-table dinners at their six-acre farm, the CBI crew can make it happen. They even make their own gin. It all comes at a price, of course, but this one is a true classic. 

At this 217-acre resort on the slopes of Cheyenne Mountain, superb swimming facilities (including an Olympic-size pool), a variety of tennis courts, and a Pete Dye championship golf course tempt you to remain on-property, despite the easy access to the high country. The main lodge is an attractive setting for relaxing and dining, with a massive stone fireplace and thick wooden beams supporting the soaring ceiling. The guest rooms, in eight separate buildings on the hillside, are simply but attractively decorated, with private balconies and plenty of space.