1204 Best Hotels in USA

For a place to sleep that's convenient to both the Portland International Jetport and The Maine Mall, this Hampton Inn location is a comfortable bet. It's also just off I–95, if you are traveling to other points by car, and it offers a complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, and fitness center.

For affordable rates 3 miles west of Downtown, try this motel. Complimentary continental breakfast is available.

Building facades, a grand lobby, and granite walls, stairs, and benches imbue this resort on Bar Harbor's busy waterfront with the aesthetic of the town's Gilded Age mansions. The once-private 1929 Bar Harbor Club, also designed in the Tudor style, anchors resort amenities such as a fitness center, full-service spa, clay tennis courts, and one of two heated pools. Accommodations include king and double-queen rooms as well as suites—a few swank ones sit atop an old coal pier. Serving breakfast, dinner, and drinks at the bar, the Italian restaurant has a pizza oven and outdoor seating; inside the vibe is garden room grand.

This convenient, upscale hotel is connected to the Connecticut Convention Center and within walking distance of the Connecticut Science Center, Wadsworth Atheneum, Old State House, and other attractions. Guest rooms are decked out with flat-screen TVs and pillow-top beds dressed in 300-thread-count sheets, and many have views of the Connecticut River. Relax with a massage or a facial at the spa—or join the party in the swank lobby lounge, where DJs spin on weekends.

Although this inn sits just off Highway 29, its patrons remain mostly above the fray, strolling 8 acres of gardens, enjoying views of the vineyards adjoining the property, and drifting to sleep in beds adorned with fancy linens and down pillows. Guest rooms are in several two-story Tudor-style shake-shingled structures; Vineyard View suites are almost twice as big as Harvest Views suites and come with a pull-out sofa. Worth the extra cost are the accommodations in the property's rear, with outdoor hot tubs nearly within reach of vines farmed by nearby Whitehall Lane Winery. Most rooms have a clubby feel, with dark-wood furniture and leather chairs set off by white bedding and walls, and many rooms have brick wood-burning fireplaces. Choice wineries, dining spots, and shops are steps or a short drive away.

Built in 1927 for early automobile travelers, the Hassayampa Inn has a lot of character; the ceiling in the lobby is hand-painted, and some rooms still have the original furnishings. Don't get a room by the old-fashioned elevator or you'll be jarred by the clanging metal gate every time it opens and closes. The Peacock Dining Room, the hotel's pretty—and pricey—dining room, serves Continental food. In the cocktail lounge, listen to live jazz while you sip a martini.

A sensible choice if you'll be dining in town during your stay, this inn across from Healdsburg Plaza, part of the Four Sisters Collection of California lodgings, occupies a 19th-century former office building. The rooms, done in muted yellow shades, have high ceilings and electric or gas fireplaces and retain some original architectural elements. Wine and hors d'oeuvres are served each late afternoon, and guests take breakfast (included in the rate) in their lodgings or the second-floor sunroom.

The rooms at this sleek, angular boutique hotel on the west side of London Bridge capture the see-and-be-seen playfulness of Vegas, making it a hit with well-heeled, stylish visitors. Rooms have private balconies or patios overlooking Bridgewater Channel and are done in muted color schemes with soft Anichini linens, H20 bath products, low-slung contemporary furniture, and plenty of creature comforts—flat-screen TVs and microwaves. Although there's no pool, an outdoor bar facing the water has cushy private cabanas with daybeds—this area is a sea of tanned and toned bodies during busy periods. It's the most interesting—and luxurious—hotel in town.

This camp, dating from 1880, is where you check in if you want to check out for a while. Forget phones, computers, and TVs—the emphasis here is on the great outdoors, and the rustic accommodations reflect that. Early-morning views from this property are of mist-covered Blue Mountain Lake and surrounding Adirondack Mountains. You might take a kayak or canoe out on the lake, hit some balls on the tennis court, try to hook a fish, or snuggle up with a book in a cozy nook. Kids will love the Ping-Pong tables, pool table, and beach access.

This folksy friendly mountain inn on 55 acres on a hilltop near Bryson City, operated by the same family since 1969, is the kind of place where you can relax in a rocking chair, catch up on reading, or play a game of Scrabble. The family-style meals are prepared with regional foods.

This bustling and sprawling resort caters to families as well as business and convention travelers. An indoor water park and seasonal outdoor pool, arcade, mini golf, and crafts activities keep the kids busy until they're ready to crash in your spic-and-span room. There are four restaurants, including the upscale Revelry, plus room service and a café for coffee and breakfast. The Lodge offers discounted Hersheypark tickets and free passes to Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story's Museum Experience.

Unique in its position as a hotel owned and operated by a museum (in partnership with Hilton), the Higgins is both an extension of the WWII Museum and a convenient, modern stay full of Art Deco touches and museum-quality photographs and art. Overall, there’s a 1940s theme that’s focused on the war, but with more positive tones than you might find at the museum across the street. Take Rosie’s On The Roof, for example: named after Rosie the Riveter, the gorgeous rooftop bar and terrace serving small bites and classic cocktails is an homage to the working women of America’s WWII homefront.

With its hip, ’60s vibe, this renovated motel attracts weary travelers and locals alike for live music, cocktails, and artisan pizzas at its on-site restaurant. Rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. The property boasts Arizona's first Nordic spa, available for use for an additional fee.

Once you step inside this hotel, you'll forget that you've just exited the busy, crowded Central Expressway. Lush green plants, subdued earth tones, and a fountain create a sense of calm. Rooms, decorated in white, cream, brown, and yellow, are equally relaxing, with Italian Frette bed linens, L'Occitane bath products—even a goldfish in a fishbowl upon request. The infinity-edge outdoor pool and adjacent Exhale spa round out the soothing experience. The location is convenient to the DART light-rail stop at Mockingbird Station, Southern Methodist University, Downtown Dallas, and Love Field airport.

Sophistication with flair (like the portrait of the Rolling Stones over the stone fireplace) defines this playfully elegant inn built in an 1885 farmhouse directly on Main Street. In the rooms, high-end fixtures and furnishings are framed by artistic floral wallpaper. On the ground floor, the Ruffed Grouse tavern serves a simple, excellent menu of pheasant, trout, steak, and duck meatballs that matches the English hunting lodge feel of the restored manse.

It's no wonder the grounds of this bucolic little spot are so beautiful—a full-time master gardener tends to them. This charming place features 14 cottages, a gorgeous 5,000-square-foot spa with its own product line, a main house, and a cute restaurant that sometimes offers live music alongside culinary creations incorporating fresh herbs grown in the garden. The location is convenient for those who wish to take a jaunt into town, but it’s so serene and relaxing here that you may decide to just grab a cup of tea or a cocktail and watch the butterflies flutter by.

Not to be confused with the budget Bentley Hotel down the street, the Hilton Bentley Miami is a contemporary, design-driven, and artsy boutique hotel in the emerging and trendy SoFi (South of Fifth) District, offering families just the right mix of South Beach flavor and wholesome fun while still providing couples a romantic base without any party madness. Occupying two 10-story buildings with a prime beachfront location, rooms and suites (collectively called "studios") range from snug to colossal, each adorned with a perfect mix of art deco redux and modern bling. They feature Italian-marble flooring, kitchenettes, and balconies facing either the ocean or the Miami skyline. It happens to be one of the area's few kid-friendly boutique hotels, and, as such, for the little ones there are child-size beach chairs and umbrellas as well as a bunch of other kids' amenities on request.

Quiet rooms, competitive prices, and the only hotel actually connected to the airport make this Hilton a good choice for in-and-out visitors to Boston. Guest rooms feature an air-meets-sea aesthetic, soundproof windows, and desks with ergonomic chairs. Fitness center has free weights, cardio equipment, and 40-foot lap pool. The Hilton operates a complimentary shuttle bus every 15 minutes to all airport terminals, car-rental agencies, the water taxi, and subway.

Downtown's grand art deco hotel is in the Carew Tower. The two-story lobby has bas-relief sculptures and dramatic fountains and light fixtures; guest rooms have 10-foot ceilings and soft pastel colors but tend to vary in size and configuration, with some rooms noticeably smaller and less grandly appointed. Ask about your room setup when you book. The formal Grille at the Palm Court restaurant serves buffet lunches and fine American cuisine.

Perched on one of the few traffic-free strips of beach in Daytona, this high-rise is as popular with families as it is with couples. Every room has a great ocean view, and the Florida tropical decor is warm and inviting. If the beach isn't your thing, check out the spacious sundecks and two pools, or stroll down to the pier or boardwalk, both within walking distance. The hotel is also connected to the Ocean Walk Shoppes via covered walkways.

President John F. Kennedy and first lady Jacqueline Kennedy spent their last night together in this hotel, a national historic landmark. The property is popular with business travelers; it's located near the Convention Center and Sundance Square. You'll be among families and tourists on weekends.

This comfortable property with a friendly staff is a 10-minute drive from downtown and 15 minutes from the airport. It has an indoor pool, fitness center, and a 24-hour pantry stocked with toiletries and snacks. Rooms have refrigerators and microwaves, but there is also a sumptuous breakfast buffet (extra charge) with omelets made to order.

Just across the street from Jacobs Field in the Gateway District, the hotel lies within walking distance of Cleveland State University Convocation Center, Terminal Tower, and Quicken Loans Arena. Given its location and amenities—oversized work desks, meeting rooms, and fridges and microwaves—the in-and-out sports fan, business traveler, and sightseer are all equally well served. Rooms feature Herman Miller Mirra chairs and high-definition flat-screen TVs.

Nestled alongside Wailua Bay and the Wailua River, this low-key low-rise chain hotel is a convenient place to stay as it's within walking distance of Lydgate Beach, with its lifeguard and lawns, and also close to shops and a variety of restaurants. Rooms and suites, in two wings with a choice of beach, mountain, or ocean views, have mini- or full-size refrigerators, microwaves, and coffeemakers; two-bedroom cottages are also available. Complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV are included, and the hotel has a modest fitness room, a business center, meeting rooms, and a swimming pool. The resort fee includes yoga classes, a cultural sunrise ceremony, and daily two-hour bike rental.

With a fully equipped business center near the lobby and spacious, Montana-theme rooms anchored by large desks and flat-screen TVs, this standard business-oriented hotel is a reliable choice. The Blue Canyon Kitchen and Silver Creek Tavern next door serve lunch and dinner, and the Garden Grille and Bar next to the lobby serves breakfast only (for an extra charge). A 24-hour convenience mart has the sundries that you forgot, and the helpful staff is able to direct you to the sights and recreational opportunities in the area.

On the riverfront yet close to downtown, the Hilton Garden Inn Yuma caters to families and business travelers equally, with well-equipped rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, a pleasant pool area, and convenience to historic sights and the highway. Colorado River State Park is right next door, or you can walk or run on the 3-mile path along the river banks. Breakfast is available for an additional fee.