1102 Best Hotels in USA

Sitting above the restaurants and other accommodations of Glitter Gulch, the Crows Nest offers a more secluded atmosphere while still being close to the park entrance. Each of the 38 cabins has its own bathroom, along with a coffeemaker and flat-screen television. Shuttle service is provided to the train depot and Wilderness Access Center and can be arranged to reach several restaurants, including Healy's 49th State Brewing Company, 10 miles north. The Overlook Restaurant sits between the rows of cabins and features a complimentary continental breakfast and an upscale dinner menu. It also has a full bar and west-facing, outdoor seating with views of the mountains.

A 7,200-square-foot modified geodesic dome houses this year-round B&B, decorated with Alaskan and local art. One room has a sauna, two rooms have jetted tubs, and, over time, the owners have added heated tile floors in many of the bathrooms—a welcome addition for winter travelers. An inviting common room has a TV, a fireplace large enough for logs 3 feet long, and an impressive number of Alaska-related books and videos. Sit by the fireplace to take in spectacular views of Mt. Healy through the tall windows. Rooms come equipped with any amenity you might need, and they're the only place around where you get a full cooked-to-order breakfast. They also offer car rentals; there's free pickup from the train station if you're renting a car. A separate vacation rental has four bedrooms and 2½ baths along with a full kitchen and BBQ.

This sprawling 20-acre resortlike property operated by one of the National Park Service's largest concessionaires, Aramark, sits just 7 miles south of the park entrance next to the Nenana River. Denali Park Village brings two of the company's properties (The Lodge and The Cabins) under one name. Dining options include the Gold Rush Dining Room, Lucky Miss Saloon, Quigley's Coffee Cart, and the Shack with fresh donuts and ice cream. There's also a gold rush–themed dinner show, Cabin Nite Dinner Theater. You can also book activities from river rafting to bus tours. There's plenty to do on-site during your off-hours including taking an easy walk on the trails, browsing the gift shop, or just gazing out on the Alaskan wilderness as you warm up with a drink by the deck's fire pit.

With spectacular views of Dering Harbor, this family-friendly complex just steps from the dock is a perfect base for an active vacation—with many amenities, plus Shelter Island Yoga & Fitness right on-site. Kayaking is available, you can rent bikes, and an outdoor pool and tennis courts are on the premises. Or you can just relax on the peaceful, pleasant grounds and enjoy the water view. Accommodations include motel studios and one- and two-bedroom units; the two-bedroom waterfront suites have a fireplace and private deck.

This 12-story resort sits on the beach, and many of the suites, especially those on higher floors, have stunning views. Units have rich red and orange accents, updated kitchenettes, and bathrooms. Premium units have a living room with queen-size sleeper sofa and a separate bedroom. The well-organized children's programs include everything from crafts to scavenger hunts. An on-property spa adds a measure of luxury.

For the price, the Dimond Center Hotel offers a shocking number of perks: every room has a 72-inch soaking tub, huge flat-screen television, microwave, and mini-refrigerator—not to mention the generous breakfast buffet, with waffles and biscuits and gravy. This Alaska Native corporation–owned hotel in South Anchorage also sprinkles Indigenous art throughout its spaces. The lounge is tiny, but it opens onto a peaceful patio with a fire pit.

Most of the suites here accommodate five people, though there are smaller options, too. Although it shares a bus route with the Animal Kingdom lodge and offers animal viewing (for an up charge), Kidani is a separate entity, with its own check-in, pool area, and fantastic restaurants.

Each villa in this pale-turquoise-and-white waterfront property next to the Yacht and Beach Club Resort has a separate living room, kitchen, and one or two bedrooms. It offers easy access to Disney's BoardWalk, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT. Deluxe studios include a kitchenette and a sleeper sofa for a 5th guest for similar prices as a standard room.

Evoking Atlantic City in its heyday, this red-and-white hotel has a lobby filled with potted palms overlooking a classic waterfront promenade. Ferries and water taxis tootle about the bay on their way to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, hawkers beckon you to play arcade games, and the smell of pretzels and popcorn hangs in the air.

You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort, which, despite having opened in 1971, still lives up to its name; park hopping is a breeze, as the monorail runs through the lobby. Dinner reservations at the rooftop California Grill come with 15th-floor views of Magic Kingdom fireworks.

Disney is nothing if not a master of theming, and this collection of homestyle villas and studios reflective of vintage Key West homes is a shining (and pricey) example. A commonsense choice for families, the one- and two-bedroom pastel-hue rooms include flat-screen TVs with DVD players, free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, and living areas with dining tables. A theme-park shuttle offers complimentary transportation, and three outdoor pools, hot tubs, and a sandy beach are other perks. Other amenities include a casual restaurant, a snack bar, an exercise room, and tennis courts. Boats ferry resort guests to landings along the Disney Springs waterfront, which is a free and convenient service—especially at the tail end of a theme-park day and nightclub evening.

Designed to evoke a resort along the European Riviera, this hotel offers options for every type of traveler in its array of room choices—from Tower Studios (small rooms designed for only two guests but with a kitchenette) to grand, three-bedroom villas. Although it appeals to families, its beautiful landscaping and quiet, sophisticated atmosphere also attract couples looking for a romantic spot. In addition, the property is connected to the Disney Skyliner, so you can ride over to Hollywood Studios or take a bus to Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom.

This sprawling property takes its inspiration from 19th-century Gilded Age spa resorts in upstate New York, where hot springs and lakes ruled the landscape. Although the rates might be steep, the advantages for families are one- and two-bedroom villas as well as three-bedroom treehouse villas equipped with kitchens, washers and dryers, dining rooms, and separate bedrooms that go beyond traditional hotel rooms. Although it's too far to walk to Disney Springs, a free water taxi can get you there.

The architects designed this luxury resort to mimic the majestic, turn-of-the-20th-century lodges of the American West. Set amid old Florida woods, the resort offers serenity, but it has a kid-friendly pool and good transportation links to the Magic Kingdom.

Recalling a New England Yacht Club, this property offers Crescent Lake boating options, a sweet gazebo that's often used for weddings, and one of Disney's best steak houses. Access to the popular Stormalong Bay water park–style pool makes this a favorite with kids who love, among other things, the large slide and the lazy river. There's walking access to the back entrance of EPCOT, and the Disney Skyliner also makes getting around a breeze.

Sleep above the stills in one of the spacious, soundproofed, modern rooms—all of which have local art, fireplaces, and large bathrooms with rain showers—atop the Marble Distilling Company. Head downstairs for a complimentary cocktail and view of Hazel, the copper still that is the centerpiece of the bar. Or have cocktails delivered upstairs; you can even make your own drinks using the high-end bar sets and bottles for purchase in each room. 

One of Bandera's oldest dude ranches, the Dixie opened its doors to guests in 1937 and offers cabins and cottages for large parties as well as individual rooms in the rustic bunkhouse and main lodge. Though the decor is laced with Western kitsch, rooms all include the modern amenities that combat the Texas heat—namely, air-conditioning. Be sure to get the full cowboy experience on the overnight trail ride, with cookouts, swimming, and cowboy serenades. Meals are served family-style in the dining lodge. All-inclusive rates include two horseback rides per day.

On grass-covered bluffs overlooking Shell Beach, this luxury resort looks and feels like an exclusive community of villas; choose among sprawling one- or two-bedroom suites, each with a gourmet kitchen, laundry room with washer and dryer, and contemporary furnishings. Two-bedroom units include either a spa tub or fireplace; penthouse units have both. Rejuvenate at the on-site spa, lounge by the spacious heated pool, or stroll down a short path to the beach to gaze at the sea—this place was made for upscale escape and relaxation.

Perched on a bluff above the Strait of Juan de Fuca, these opulent suites and cottages have updated contemporary decor, colorful murals, fireplaces, and water, mountain, and garden views. Three cottages offer even more privacy and unique settings, such as one by a waterfall. The Lake Crescent Suite has French doors leading to a private outdoor patio that looks out to the ocean; the Hoh Rainforest Suite has cathedral ceilings and expansive water views; and the top floor Hurricane Ridge Suite has a ski-lodge style fireplace, steam shower sauna, and more great views. The grounds include a replica of a portion of Claude Monet's Giverny garden, woodland and waterfall gardens, and a picking garden where guests can help themselves to flowers and berries. Four-course breakfasts, delivered to your room if you'd like, and gourmet snacks are all available.

This full-service business hotel is right in the middle of downtown and within walking distance of the Theater District, Bayou Place, Minute Maid Park, and the George R. Brown Convention Center. Sky bridges connect the hotel to the Allen Center office complex, as well as to Texaco Heritage Plaza. It's also connected to the downtown underground tunnel system. Guest rooms have views of the Sam Houston Park and Memorial Park greenbelt, the Downtown skyline, or the Allen Center Courtyard.

In a leafy, wooded complex known as the World Houston Business Development, this hotel is 1 mile from Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport. Rooms are decorated in a sophisticated, modern style of cool blues and greys, with oversized work areas designed with business travelers in mind.

Boasting an ideal location directly across from Savannah's Cotton Exchange on Bay Street, The Drayton Hotel takes advantage of a gorgeous 19th-century building to accommodate guests in cozy, modern luxury. Each room either faces the river or the property's dramatic Historic District surroundings, and features complimentary Wi-Fi, bottled water, Bluetooth speakers, luxury linens, a wardrobe steamer, and twice-daily housekeeping. A convenient coffee stand can be accessed from either inside the building or Drayton Street, and the property also includes a seafood and raw bar, a rooftop bar with sweeping views, and an intimate cocktail lounge.

The accomodations are not fancy and it's not cheap, but what you're getting is a location right on the beach in the Hamptons and a low-key atmosphere for a relaxed getaway "free of attitude and ego." Some rooms have ocean views, and some are adjoining, which are a great option for families and larger parties. Bicyles are complimentary, as are the weekend yoga classes and tennis courts. The on-site restaurant, Saltwater Grill, has live music on weekends. Memberships for the pool and facilities are available.

This enclave of 21 bright and airy cottages alongside a tidal river is set off from Route 1, making the soundtrack to a stay here the ocean’s lull, not traffic’s din, while kayaks, paddleboards, and rowboats let guests capitalize on the waterfront location. Renovated in 2024, each homey cottage is landscaped and has a screened sitting area and outside patio. A few have kitchens, while most have a wet bar, small fridge, toaster, and microwave. Cabana chairs surround the updated pool, which overlooks the firepit where s’mores-making kits are handed out nightly; beyond are the dunes on the back of Ogunquit Beach. A barista serves coffee, snacks, and charcuterie boards in the main lodge, where beach cruisers are ready to bike into town. A minimum stay may apply.

Cabins here come in three variations—regular, deluxe, and riverfront, all with private bath, heat, and kitchen. One cabin has a gourmet kitchen and a private hot tub. The resort can arrange remote guided or unguided fishing trips, a backpacking drop-off, or air transportation to one of the Forest Service cabins through the local guides in town. Cabins sleep 8, 10, or 12 guests.

This modern hotel on five landscaped acres is a pleasant 15-minute walk from the ocean or town and attracts young people, and its amenities for kids make it a good choice for families too. A large heated swimming pool, kiddie pool, barbecue area with outdoor seating, and children's play area create places for vacationers to relax between shopping and sightseeing.

On two acres in the Shinnecock Hills, 5 miles west of downtown Southampton, this unassuming motel offers efficiencies with full kitchens, contemporary furniture, and free Wi-Fi; a deluxe room can accommodate families. It also features a pool, tennis courts, basketball hoop, and barbecue area.

Ensconced in the forests of Balsam and Eagle Mountains, Eastwind Oliverea's Scandi-chic cabins and rooms offer an opportunity to unplug without sacrificing comforts. Standalone cabins, some with lofted sleeping areas and outdoor decks, offer the most luxurious "glamping" experience, though the price reflects the added space and privacy. The cozy onsite restaurant, Dandelion, offers a compact but delectable menu of contemporary American dishes and craft cocktails. There is no continental breakfast, but for an extra charge, you can order a breakfast basket---filled with morning treasures like crispy pastries, hard-boiled eggs, and coffee---and have it delivered to your room. Cell service is nonexistent or extremely spotty at best throughout the grounds, so come prepared.

This spread is credited with inventing the dude ranch, back in the late 19th century, and it's still going strong, as well as being a working cattle ranch. The location, west of Sheridan on the edge of the Bighorn National Forest, makes it ideal for horseback riding, fishing, cookouts, and pack trips. The ranch can accommodate 125 guests, and reservations for the summer should be made by March. The facilities are a collection of one-, two-, and three-bedroom cabins and the main lodge. There's a one-week minimum stay from mid-June through August and a three-day minimum stay the rest of the season.

Thoughtful and friendly owners Anthony and Crystal Rovente operate this large Victorian-style farmhouse surrounded by gardens and framed by Fisherman Bay, where spacious rooms are each painted or papered in different pastel shades and furnished with simple antiques; some have claw-foot tubs and brick fireplaces. The sunny dining room is a cheery breakfast spot. In summer you can sip tea on the wraparound ground-floor veranda or relax with a book on the garden patio. The place looks as if it's at least a century old, but it actually dates from 1988.