1204 Best Hotels in USA

This 11-story Heritage Hotels & Resorts property overlooking Old Town has historic Territorial-style touches across its inviting facade, and attention is paid throughout its public spaces to New Mexican artisan craftwork, from Nambe Pueblo--designed metalwork to Navajo rugs. The large rooms have contemporary desert-color appointments, Southwestern landscape photos, and tile bathrooms; most units have a small balcony that opens out onto some fine views. Garduño's Restaurant & Cantina offers casual New Mexican food and patio dining; its bar specializes in margarita flights. At the end of the week, live jazz in the cushy QBar lounge draws a local crowd while Tablao Flamenco offers riveting flamenco performances and prix-fixe dining. Spa treatments and facials are available, as is a small fitness center.

In some ways, the Ambassador is unlike any other luxury hotel in Tulsa. An extensive redeisgn transformed one of the city's most historic properties into one of the city's most contemporary hotels, with a tech-savvy style that belies it's lofty Mediterranean-inspired architecture and regal European-style interiors. There are only seven rooms on each floor, providing a more intimate feel than you might expect, and each has an Italian marble bathroom, custom-crafted furniture, and triple-sheeted pillow-top beds. Complimentary Wi-Fi, bottled water, newspaper, and local and airport transportation confirm the hotel's standing as an ambassador of Tulsa hospitality.

This luxurious, modern waterfront hotel overlooks the entrance to bustling Squalicum Harbor, and its dapper rooms have gas fireplaces, plush bathrooms with jetted tubs and separate glassed-in showers, and private balconies for lounging and dining. The contemporary Lighthouse Grill has grand views across Bellingham Bay and plenty of outdoor seating. The adjacent Zazen Spa offers a full slate of pampering products and services.

A delightful small hotel nestled in a 1948 building, the Bristol—which is now owned by the Magnuson Hotels chain—not only has its location working for it, but also old-fashioned personalized service. Situated right downtown, it is surrounded by shops and restaurants, and it has an immediately inviting lobby, with a fireplace and bookshelf. The staff goes out of its way to recommend local sights and dining. Rooms remain on the small side, but they feature warm earth tones and comfortable beds. Families and groups will appreciate the special family-style rooms, which offer four people the ability to stay in two rooms connected by a bathroom for about $70 more per night.

One of the few slightly more affordable, full-service hotels near the Plaza, this attractive, Territorial-style adobe hotel with a mix of spacious standard rooms and even bigger suites is a solid option, especially given the extensive amenities available in many units—wet bars, kitchenettes, spacious sitting areas. All the rooms are decorated with handcrafted furnishings and Southwestern textiles, and many have woodburning fireplaces and either shared or private patios. You enter some rooms through a charming central courtyard, while others are set down interior hallways. The hotel's main restaurant, Estevan, serves a mix of traditional New Mexican and American fare, and the offbeat Low 'n Slow Lowrider Bar—decked in artfully displayed vintage car parts—is a fun spot for a drink. In an additional nod to the area's low-rider and cruising culture, the hotel owns a 1964 Impala lowrider that is popular for selfies. The hotel is beside the venerable city library and across the street from the New Mexico History Museum and several good restaurants.

While service and general atmosphere seem to be slipping lately, the Hotel Derek is still a good value for its location and sophistication. Modern furnishings grace the glossy-floored lobby and the 314 sleek, contemporary rooms. It's a favorite of both business and leisure travelers looking for an alternative to a traditional chain hotel.

This atmospheric, five-story hotel stands in the heart of Astoria's historic district and retains the elegance of yesteryear, updated with modern comforts like cozy underfloor heating in the bathrooms and fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs in the deluxe rooms. There's a lovely rooftop garden where you can relax and enjoy views of the Columbia River and the Victorian homes dotting the hillside. Warmly outfitted modern rooms and suites come in various sizes, from a standard double to the two-story Presidential Suite.

This Main Street hostelry is a great home base for skiers wanting to hit Breckenridge, Copper, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. After a long day of skiing you can relax in front of the two-story river-stone fireplace complete with trophy bull moose mount, warm up in the outdoor hot tub, or sip craft beers in the lounge. Staffers are gracious with advice about the best hiking trails and least-crowded ski runs. The rooms are done in cream colors with wood accents and the bedding is plush with down comforters and ultrasoft sheets.

Across the street from the tidy town plaza, this full-service hotel has an upscale restaurant, a gourmet pizzeria, a bar, a spa, a pool, and a fitness center. A minimalistic aesthetic prevails in the guest rooms, their walls and furnishings in soothing off-white, gray, and light-brown tones. Plush contemporary area rugs cover the pecan-wood floors, and the beds, nightstands, and furniture all have clean lines. All rooms have sophisticated lighting, Smart TVs, and Bluetooth audio systems. Downstairs, the on-site spa offers a variety of treatments, and there's an adjacent lap pool.

Close to major East End attractions and at the beginning of Long Island's wine country, this boutique hotel has plenty of amenities and activities right on-site. The casually elegant restaurant features local musicians, and there's a large outdoor pool area, fitness center, weekend yoga classes in-season, on-site spa, and a friendly staff eager to please. It nicely blends the sort of luxury amenities you'd expect of a large hotel chain, down to its Aveda bath products, with a decidedly local feel.

Conrad Hilton built this hotel in 1925; today the InterContinental property is a National Historic Landmark. The hotel is on the eastern edge of Downtown, next to the Universities Center at Dallas and within walking distance of the original Neiman Marcus and the Majestic Theatre. Common areas and guest rooms reflect the Indigo chain's emphasis on refreshment, with cheerful colors and beach accents. Complimentary transportation is provided within a 3-mi radius, an area that includes Music Hall at Fair Park.

With views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from many of the rooms in this 12-story tower (especially the 16 upper-floor suites with floor-to-ceiling windows), Hotel Indigo is done up in striking colors like teal and aubergine and features furnishings and artworks by local craftspeople. Some of the best accommodations have terraces and fireplaces.

Just a five-minute drive over the scenic Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge from downtown Charleston, this is the perfect outpost for those who plan to explore the city for hours on end but want a quiet, modern, and economical spot to lay their heads. The snap-to-it staff is most helpful and professional, and the decor is contemporary, including sleek public spaces and meeting rooms galore. An on-site restaurant includes breakfast service but is not complimentary.

Built into the renovated art deco–era Pepper Building in the heart of downtown, this locally owned 2019 addition to the city's lodging doubles as a gathering place—the wide windows overlooking the street beckon passersby into the stunning lobby-level bar and restaurant, Sir Winston. Rooms are spacious and modern, with touches that nod to the building's century-long history.

This North Dallas hotel is about 2 miles from the Galleria and about 5 miles from the Shops at Willow Bend. Nearby Belt Line Road offers plenty of dining and nightlife options. Rooms have rich wood tones and subtle Texas accents. Some common areas still reflect the original glitzy chrome and marble accents of its '80s heyday.

This contemporary outpost in the heart of the historic French Quarter has trendy furnishings and a blacklighted lobby that combines urban chic with a voguish New Orleans vibe. Rooms are comfortable and colorfully decorated, with quality linens, flat-screen TVs, and modern furnishings. Nine have balconies. The heated saltwater pool in the courtyard is small but perfect for unwinding after a day of walking the Quarter, and the complimentary welcome cocktail served to guests in the Vive bar is a nice touch. There's also complimentary breakfast, and free in-room bottled water.

This romantic property near the White House is an idyllic urban retreat—one where European antiques, Asian rugs, and original oil paintings lend a 1929 art deco building old-world charm and where guest rooms feature plush bedding, work desks, and steel-and-chrome bathrooms. There's a small fitness room and in-room spa services, and guests have use of a nearby pool. Café Lombardy serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch; small plates and cocktails are served in the Venetian Room Bar & Lounge.

Modeled with 1959 mid-century design in mind but with 21st century tech conveniences, Hotel McCoy Pullman appeals to multiple generations, and even boomers will appreciate the comfortable beds, welcoming glass of complimentary wine, and retro video games. There's an oatmeal bar with toppings for breakfast, complimentary coffee, and eye-catching murals and art throughout the property—including works by local artists who can sell them without paying commission fees to the hotel. It's a very feel-good vibe all-around and the staff reflects that in their service. The hotel even offers a "kindness" discount—asking customers who book with that rate to do a random act of kindness for someone.

A National Historic Landmark, this 1930 Spanish baroque–style hotel provided the set for the 1956 movie The Giant, starring Rock Hudson and Elizabeth Taylor. Rooms vary in size and amenities. The small pool, lounge, courtyard, gallery, gift shop, restaurant, and memorabilia room where you can watch The Giant make for a pleasant stay.

In the middle of one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods and close to Rush Street nightlife, this trendy hot spot delivers solid rooms and excellent cuisine. In the bright and inviting "living room" lobby, you'll be offered a complimentary glass of wine daily at 5 pm. Texture is everything here; the speckled woodwork adds a unique touch to the spacious and modern rooms. The bathrooms feel vaguely Zen, with spartan countertops and marble Jacuzzi tubs in the suites.

Built in 1931, Hotel Phillips is on the National Register of Historic Places. Its rooms feature contemporary art deco styling, with the golden statue of Dawn watching over the lobby's warm, dark paneling.

This memorably authentic inn feels nicely secluded yet close to the action. The bright, traditionally furnished rooms have 19th-century touches that include exposed-brick walls, and many overlook a lush courtyard with iron grillwork. It's like stepping back in time—but with all the modern conveniences.

Conveniently located in walking distance to the beach and several eateries, this adults-only suite hotel is a great choice for those seeking modern amenities and a little extra peace and quiet. Colorfully decorated in tropical hues and featuring local art, no two suites are exactly alike, though each features a king bed, sitting area with sofa, and kitchenette with an espresso machine. Many feature balconies and there's a lovely rooftop pool. Included with each stay is a European-style breakfast, complimentary beach bicycles, and full access to the amenities (including beach service) at nearby King and Prince resort.

Just south of the Plaza, this stately three-story hotel retains a historic vibe but has been given a modern flair—with expansive stone floors, plaster walls, and spare furnishings lit by massive pillar candles at night, the lobby feels a bit like a monastery. The simple, elegant rooms with high ceilings and casement windows have rustic Mexican furnishings. If you're looking for more of a splurge, the Cardinal Suite has a private balcony with views over the rooftops of downtown. The cocktail bar, Secreto, serves excellent cocktails and has a light bar menu. An added bonus is the Gruet Tasting Room, where you can sample the still wines and respected sparkling brut from one of New Mexico's best-known wineries.

With luxurious rooms, tasteful Western-style decor, and dramatic views from private patios or balconies, the Hotel Telluride is an ideal place to immerse yourself in mountain culture. The spacious lobby has a large stone fireplace, comfy leather sofas, and curving iron and antler chandeliers. Amenities abound, including on-site massages, kitchenettes, complimentary cruiser bikes for tooling around town, a restaurant, live music on winter evenings and summer weekends, and bar service on the hot-tub patio.

The first boutique hotel in San Antonio, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is renowned for its sleek and modern style, a captivating blend of Spanish colonial and modern Mediterranean design. It incorporates warm rustic woods, elegant ironwork, and handcrafted tiles and textiles. The Valencia at Home shopping experience offers signature scents and Egyptian cotton bedding, clothing, and accessories. The on-site restaurant, Dorrego's, brings a taste of Argentina with classic dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a River Walk setting. The Naranja Tequila and Mezcal Bar is the only tequila bar on the River Walk.

This outpost of a Texas-based boutique hotel group is located in the glossy, Disneyland-ish Santana Row shopping area on the outskirts of San Jose. The Valencia has beautiful Spanish Colonial architecture and large, well-appointed rooms featuring marble bathrooms and large flat-panel HDTVs. Suites and some deluxe rooms have lovely balconies. The main attractions are a rooftop pool and patio along with another courtyard situated by the third-floor lobby, bar, and restaurant.

At the sleek Hotel Victor, guest rooms are equipped with Yabu Pushelberg–designed interiors invoking a post-century beach cabana vibe, and a sexy infinity-edge pool overlooks Ocean Drive and the beach. The property first rose to fame thanks to Parisian designer Jacques Garcia; Yabu Pushelberg has since replaced Garcia's jellyfish motif with a newer incarnation of bold modernism. The lobby features a stunning midcentury-modern vibe and is an oasis from Miami Beach's famed Ocean Drive—just outside the door. A large patio overlooks the action from a calmer viewpoint. Rooms face either the pool or the ocean. Many are compact but highly functional and even house oversize bathrooms. Each room comes with a set of foldable beach chairs for guests to take onto the nearby sands.

On the bay-facing Crescent Avenue, this third-floor property is steps from the beach, so complimentary towels, chairs, and umbrellas await guests as do rooms with balconies, views, and fireplaces. Rooms are aligned along a lovely glass-covered promenade; the two suites face the waterfront. A generous continental breakfast, nightly milk and cookies, and in-room fireplaces and whirlpool tubs make the hotel a popular spot for honeymooners and couples seeking a quiet getaway. Furnishings are traditional, including the popular wicker rocking chairs on the balcony.