1951 Best Hotels in USA

After you arrive at this stately Greek Revival mansion and pass through the grand columns of the portico, any hint of formality dissolves as the innkeepers greet you with a plate of fresh-baked cookies. Combining manor-house elegance with bed-and-breakfast-style warmth, this 1820 architectural treasure is surrounded by lawns, gardens, and a patio with sunset views. Many rooms have fireplaces and four-poster beds with sheer panels or crocheted canopies; some also feature cavernous marble bathrooms. Windows provide pastoral vistas without another house in sight—except the 1764 Chimney's Cottage, which contains four of the guest rooms, all filled with period antiques. There's also an adjacent farm with a shop for hot coffee, pickles, pies, and jams.

The local Highland Mall and shopping plaza are 2 miles from this highway-side hotel, continually bustling with conventions and business travelers; downtown is 4–5 miles away. Satisfying, but wholly unremarkable American cuisine is served in the Crossroads Grille, but there are several decent restaurants nearby. Complimentary vans shuttle guests within a 3-mile radius. Rooms are clean and comfortable and an executive floor offers upgraded amenities and lounge access. Another extra is the Sleep Advantage packet, with a calming CD, eye mask, earplugs, and lavender linen spray.

This hotel is located right across from South Hills Village Mall, 8 miles south of Downtown.

This modern, upscale, chain hotel is popular with business travelers but makes a good base for leisure visitors, too, as it's just a short MAX or streetcar ride across from downtown and within walking distance of the Rose Quarter, the Coliseum, the convention center, and the Lloyd Center mall. Rooms are attractive if standard-issue, with microwaves, refrigerators, DVD players, and large flat-screen HDTVs.

A 12-story hotel with an enviable location on the beach and next to a historic pier, the Crowne Plaza is within walking distance of downtown restaurants and nightlife. All rooms have balconies and ocean views of some sort—ask for a room on the west or north side to catch the sunsets. The hotel's restaurant and bar have ocean views, too. For a fabulous SoCal moment, grab a seat on the patio near the firepit if the weather's good.

This luxurious inn has a fresh, Mediterranean ambience with Moroccan touches. Rooms have wrought-iron bed frames and rattan armchairs; some rooms have fireplaces, some spa tubs, and four have a sunny veranda with an ocean view. The in-town location makes walking to area attractions easy, and pet owners will be pleased that animal companions are always welcome, a legacy of dog lover and former co-owner, the late actress Doris Day.

Fresh off a renovation in 2023, The Dagny caters to all types of travelers who will feel right at home grabbing a coffee to-go at Tradesman (the on-site cafe), working from the library, or de-stressing in the excellent, expansive fitness center on Technogym and Peloton machines. Guest rooms are immaculate and modern in calming gray and blue tones, featuring one or two beds, leather couches, and windows that actually open. Although this independent hotel brand is new to the Boston market, its location in the historic 1928 Batterymarch Building sure isn't; once the city's first skyscraper, the 14-story building no longer holds that title.

This waterfront resort, just down the road from SeaWorld, has an ideal location for active leisure travelers. The Water's Edge suites have wet bars, bay views, balconies, and sofa sleepers—great for families—while some of the Marina Cove rooms have private patios that overlook the pool area. There's plenty to keep groups occupied: two pools (plus a poolside bar), water-sports rentals, and a restaurant with great views. The resort also provides shuttle service to SeaWorld and Dive In movies at their Bayside Pool (nightly at sunset). The Dana is also known as San Diego's most pet-friendly hotel.

On 27 acres of wooded grounds overlooking Lake Superior, with 600 feet of rocky lakeshore, this place is part antiques shop, part rustic lodge. Inside and out, it is a true log-cabin design, with an extensive balcony for drinking in those fabulous views while sipping a glass of wine. Co-owner Ruth van Goor is also an antiques appraiser and her eye for stunning historical furnishings and art is evident in all four guest suites. Each carries a different theme, such as Americana or the seashore. The ground floor is occupied by the antiques shop, which specializes in the Victorian era, particularly ceramics and glass. Breakfast is served at 9 each morning.

On a residential street off boutique- and café-lined Park Avenue, this 1905 Tudor dwelling has been the home of owners Ellie and Bill Klein for 50 years. The decor is a jumble of patterned wallpapers; original features (like some claw-foot tubs); furniture from various periods (Italian and French provincial, early American, contemporary); and quirky touches like vintage dresses hung in closets. Guests have access to a library of classic VHS movies.

Music is the main theme at this centrally located hotel with a courtyard primed for pre-gaming before a night out and suites such as the “Big Boi,” a shoutout to one half of the Atlanta hip-hop duo Outkast. Rooms are on the small side but well-appointed, and the staff is big on helpfulness.

With a name that's Italian for "luxury," you won't be surprised that this European-style hotel combines elegant furnishings and many modern amenities like flat-screen TVs. It's an intimate and elegant getaway, enhanced by gleaming marble floors, graceful archways, and babbling fountains in the lobby. There is a small fitness center, and guests also have access to the pool and fitness center at the Historic Davenport Hotel across the street.

It may be part of a budget chain, but this particular Days Inn—an attractive Southwest-style building atop a plateau with expansive views—is the best among value-oriented accommodations in the region. Rooms are furnished with sleek, contemporary lamps, bedding, and flat-screen TVs, and they have large windows or doors opening to small balconies.

Anchoring the One Daytona shopping and entertainment complex across from the speedway, this sleek Marriott hotel is to racing what Hard Rock Cafe is to music. The racing theme runs from the common areas, where historic cars are displayed, to the rooms, which have motorsports artwork (as well as cozy sofas, iPads, and refrigerators) to the Sir Malcom restaurant and Blue Flame bar. The hotel also has a resort-style pool with cabanas and a fire pit.

A building that once housed a strip club is now a trendy boutique hotel with minimalist, masculine decor and a studious vibe. Guest rooms, which range from rooms with twin bunk beds to a suite with a king-size bed and seating for six, are compact but well designed, feature handcrafted furnishings and eclectic artworks, and have writing desks and signature black bathrooms with rain showerheads.

Wildlife, including the endangered Key deer, roams the grounds of this bed-and-breakfast, which has four guest rooms, all with ocean views, cathedral ceilings, king beds, private baths, small porches, and calming decor. On-site massage therapy is available for an additional fee, depending on availability. Innkeepers Jen DeMaria and Harry Appel were way ahead of the green-lodging game when they opened in 2004, and remain far ahead, maintaining their State of Florida 3 Palm status.

Two common-area living rooms have fireplaces and plenty of chairs to relax in while reading a book from the library, while the guest rooms are cozy, and several have balconies with great Green Mountain views. The on-site restaurant is not currently open for dinner, but cooked-to-order breakfast is included.

This 1930s Norwegian-style property is endearingly rustic, with its village of cabins nestled in the redwoods; many of the very individual rooms have their own fireplaces. The room doors lock only from the inside, and your neighbors can often be heard through the walls—if you plan to bring children, you must reserve an entire building. Still, Deetjen's is a special place.

At the Bullfrog Marina, this cliff-top lodge has comfortable and clean rooms anyone can appreciate, but the real draw is the view of the lake. Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while in the comfort of the lodge. All rooms have a coffeemaker, mini-refrigerator, and microwave. Hungry? An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

This artfully restored 1886 hotel is one of the best examples of high Victorian architecture in the area, so it's no surprise that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The columned lobby has brass fixtures, chandeliers, and rich oak paneling, although much of the beauty is hidden behind a rambling antiques and knickknacks store. The comfortable rooms have graceful touches like lace curtains and antique heirloom quilts.

For those who wish to spend a night along an Alaskan river without breaking the bank, Mountain Morning Hostel and Cabins is a good option. Located next to Carlo Creek, the property has two private cabins available complete with kitchenettes. The "hostel" side of the operation offers eight private rooms with bunk-style beds. For a more private rental option, you can reserve one of the four bunkhouse rooms. If you want a more rustic flavor, there are five "canvas castles." These fancy wall tents come complete with memory foam mattresses and sleeping bags. The shared bathrooms are quite nice, and there are enough of them that lines are uncommon.

Close to the lion’s share of the trailheads in the Village of Oak Creek, this clean, older property is a good base for outdoor adventures, and the front desk has plenty of maps and advice on offer.

A local fixture for decades, this centrally located hotel exudes rustic elegance, with a huge, two-story wooden front porch, several smartly furnished cabins, and a series of larger suites set around a courtyard. Some rooms have peaked ceilings, wood trim, and knotty-pine furnishings. A separate building contains a fitness center, an indoor pool, and a shaded patio with comfy lounge chairs. There's also an excellent gift shop stocked with local art and crafts. For couples, especially, this offers a quiet, luxury base for exploring nearby Monument Valley.

Brick courtyards, hand-painted wooden signs, Early American furniture, and staff in 18th-century attire give this large hotel the air of a colonial village with modern conveniences. Some rooms have king-size canopy beds; all have large bathrooms with phones. The complex includes a casual all-day eatery (many patrons favor the cheese blintzes for breakfast); a fine dinner-only restaurant; and a lounge with cushy upholstery seats.

Known for decades as Sorensen's Resort, this 165-acre Eldorado National Forest complex with an on-site restaurant has a woodsy summer-camp charm. Most cabins have kitchens or kitchenettes and wood-burning stoves or fireplaces. There are also several yurts and tent and RV spaces. The resort sits on the edge of the highway, which allows it to stay open in winter—a boon for skiers—but in summer, request accommodations away from the road. Pets are allowed in some rooms for a daily fee.

Expect tasteful contemporary furnishings at this 15-story property with a rooftop pool, multiple dining options, and a downtown location in the heart of a thriving shopping and dining neighborhood. The furnishings are chic and modern while nodding to the DeSoto's elegant history as a destination for Savannah socialites and special guests like Elvis Presley, Katharine Hepburn, and U.S. presidents; for the best view of the city's historic skyline, ask for a room on the 13th floor. The dining options include 1540 Room, a fine dining restaurant; Edgar's Proof & Provision, a cozy bourbon bar; and Buffalo Bayou, a grab-and-go coffee cafe. Prices can be surprisingly reasonable, especially considering the property was voted Best Hotel (More Than 100 Rooms) by readers of Savannah Magazine in 2023.

New Orleanians rejoice at the return of this Civil Rights and music-history landmark: a thoughtful team restored Central City's iconic Dew Drop Inn to its former glory (plus modern amenities). In its heyday, The Dew Drop's lounge was "the South's swankiest spot," a symbol of inclusivity and safety for Black travelers, and a bright icon of Black entrepreneurship in the Jim Crow South. Legends like Ray Charles, Little Richard, Irma Thomas, and Fats Domino, hung out here, helping coin the first sounds of rock n' roll in the '50s and '60s. This new iteration honors its history with a small museum and nods to former musical guests throughout. Rooms are simple but stylish, and service is as friendly as it gets. A new back patio and pool is a welcome addition. Music lovers should book one of the Inn's two VIP suites---part hotel suite, part green room---with open windows looking out over the music venue stage.

Close to the center of town, this hotel offers elegant rooms with comfortable beds and heated bathroom floors. The best feature is that all rooms have a private balcony overlooking Esopus Falls. The Tavern serves contemporary American food prepared by a Culinary Institute–trained chef.

Located blocks from all downtown attractions, this independent hotel is the best known lodging in Vernal and is perfect for families, with a pool to cool the kids down on hot days. The comfortable rooms are filled earth tones and shades of green and while most have two beds, family rooms can accommodate more sleepers. All rooms are also chock full of little extras, including a microwave, refrigerator, and Keurig coffeemaker, and a tiny dinosaur in the bathroom for little ones. A hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate.