1204 Best Hotels in USA

A private beach awaits at this traditional family-friendly condo resort offering two- to four-bedroom accommodations that vary in size and amenities, but all with fully equipped kitchens and easy access to pools, hot tubs, saunas, tennis, miniature golf, a children's playground, and a kids' activity center. An on-site store offers toiletries and other essentials, ice cream, and bike rentals.

At Waikiki's ewa (western) edge, overlooking Ala Wai Harbor and a five-minute walk from Ala Moana Beach Park, this high-rise resort is a Honolulu landmark—Jack Lord's character, Steve McGarrett, appears on a lanai here in the opening of the original Hawaii Five-O TV series. It's fun to ride the glass elevator to the top of the "I," and the IIikai has an open-air lobby, two pools, a fitness center, waterfalls, and a mix of individually owned condos and kitchen-equipped resort suites of various sizes. On-site dining options include Cinnamon's, a local favorite that serves food all day, and the iconic Chart House, Hawaii's longest-running individually owned and operated restaurant. At sunset, the lighting of the torches and blowing of the conch prepare you for a romantic evening in paradise. Special offers abound, so ask about them when booking.

This three-story brick structure on Chestertown's main street was built in 1903 for traveling salesmen. Today it is a gathering center for residents and visitors alike. Guest rooms and suites with authentic period furnishings, as well as custom-designed and handcrafted pieces, some of which hide TVs and telephones, strive for a blend of 20th-century eras. The hotel's four dining areas ($$$), including one outside in the summertime, all serve traditional Eastern Shore fare like crab cakes as well as locally sourced poultry, meat, and vegetables.

Newly renovated and reopened in 2022, the five-story building, a Best Western \"Premier Collection\" property, is located in the heart of Old City surrounded by key historic sites; built in 1856, it's included on the National Register of Historic Places. The refurbished guest rooms feature high ceilings; some deluxe rooms have parlors and king-size beds. The revitalized, stylish lobby has a large fireplace and plenty of seating. A complimentary hot breakfast is served in the glass atrium, and afternoon tea with freshly baked cookies is available in the lobby.

The Independent is among a handful of newer boutique alternatives to Philadelphia's big convention hotels. This property features 24 well-appointed, hip rooms that are all uniquely furnished, but share a warm butterscotch and ocher palette with funky accents, such as leopard-print rugs, exposed brick walls, and copper-tiled ceilings. The hotel's corridors ring a skylighted four-story atrium adorned with local art. Complimentary wine and cheese are served daily in the cozy lobby, and continental breakfast is offered daily, too. Little Nonna's, and Bud and Marilyn's, two eateries from prolific Philly restaurateurs Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran, occupy the ground floor of the hotel. The Independent prefers guests to be 21 or older.

Palm-studded Indian Springs—operating as a spa since 1862—ably splits the difference between laid-back and chic in accommodations that include lodge rooms, suites, cottages, stand-alone bungalows, and two houses. All are thoughtfully decorated in a simple style, with rich pastels and high-thread-count bedding. Some of the sweetest accommodations are in the View Room category; the largest sleep four easily. The cottages, most of them slightly larger, are extremely popular with regulars (book well in advance); rooms in the lodge, though small, are equally peaceful and represent good value. Playing bocce ball and hanging out on the broad lawn provide diversion when you're not indulging in volcanic-ash mud baths, soaking in the toasty Olympic-size mineral-water pool, or dining at Sam's Social Club.

Repeat guests are the norm thanks to the central setting—and $20 self-parking—at this newly renovated, family-owned inn with a peaceful vibe. Take your complimentary "hunt breakfast" or the nightly wine and cheese in the lovely courtyard adorned with greenery and a fountain. 

Centrally located, yet with a secluded feel, this 1906 Kentucky farmhouse-style home with cozy, traditionally furnished accommodations sits on a 2-acre lot in a residential area, with Blackberry Creek running through the backyard. Renoir's Studio has a private hot tub for two. For the ultimate in privacy, book the intimate Monet's Garden Suite, which is separate from the main inn and has its own garden and private hot tub.

Overlooking the 67-foot Brandywine Falls within the park, this 1848-built Greek revival--style bed-and-breakfast has been updated with modern amenities for travelers seeking a comfortable sleep inside park grounds. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the picturesque inn looks like something out of a Courier and Ives print from the outside. Inside, there are three rooms with en suite bathrooms decorated in Ohio antiques and two suites in a converted barn with separate living areas, sleeping lofts, and double-size whirlpool tubs, as well as wood-burning stoves, microwaves, and mini-refrigerators. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the inn, and communal areas include a kitchen, lounge, and a dining room where breakfast is served. While the inn is child-friendly, there is a charge for additional guests over the age of one.

Valued for its waterfront location, this modern B&B was built to fit in with its older neighbors. Rooms are spacious and most have balconies overlooking the harbor. Continental breakfast is served.

Most of the 35 upscale, fireplace-warmed rooms at this handsome boutique hotel have a view across the street of Pacific City's beach and Haystack Rock in the distance. You'll also find top amenities in every room (some of which are pet-friendly), a workout facility, a small spa offering massage and body and facial treatments, and the Stimulus Coffee + Bakery, and it's a short walk from a few other restaurants.

From the stockings hung by the chimney with care to the carols that never, ever stop, this cheerful hotel celebrates the sights, sounds, and smells of Christmas all year long. Wreaths and garlands are hung literally everywhere, from beside the beds in the cheerfully decorated rooms to above the pretty indoor pool (there's an outdoor one as well). Sit by the fire sipping the Inn's signature hot chocolate or spiced cider and soak up the holiday vibe, or head across the street to one of the largest Christmas-themed shopping destinations in the South.

Transformed from Fort McKinley, an 1800s United States Army coastal defense fort, into a modern and swanky inn, this sprawling property welcomes guests with myriad things to do: play some tennis or indoor basketball; lounge at the pool; meditate in the yoga studio; or grab one of the complimentary bikes and explore the nearby trails. Best of all, though, may be the three dining options: the sleek lobby bar; the poolside cabana and firepit serving pizza and sandwiches; and the lovely waterfront Diamond's Edge Restaurant + Marina, which is a magnet for those coming by boat just to enjoy its refined menu of New England dishes.

Art deco–style motifs dominate the lobby and rooms of this four-story hotel, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group. The inn, opened in 1995, is in the center of Great Neck Plaza, surrounded by shops and restaurants. Rooms have large windows and desks, plush carpeting, and streamlined furnishings. Bathrooms have marble vanities; some have whirlpool tubs.

A grand stone-and-wood structure, this luxury ski-in ski-out hotel in Mountain Village resembles an alpine lodge with contemporary furnishings. All the suites have Juliet balconies, kitchenettes, jetted tubs, gas-fired stone fireplaces, and in-room washers and dryers. Amenities include rooftop hot tubs, ski and boot storage, a full breakfast buffet, and fabulous dining at Siam's Talay Grille.

On 30 lush acres along Swan Creek, this stately Colonial-era building welcomes guests with brick fireplaces and exposed beams; four-poster, canopied beds; and a spacious two-room Escapade suite with French doors and a marble bath with a whirlpool hot tub. Yet it's worth staying here for the views alone. At the inn's restaurant ($28) regional fare is served—the cream-of-crab soup with sherry is a favorite among regulars, as are entrées such as Maryland jumbo lump crab cakes and pan-seared duck breast. It serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday and brunch on Sunday. Osprey Point Marina, with 160 slips, welcomes transient boaters year-round.

If you're here for University of Pennsylvania activities, this is the choice place to stay for location and comfort. With a grand lobby staircase and a beautiful wood-paneled living room complete with a fireplace (and cocktails), The Inn at Penn offers a warm, collegiate atmosphere in the thick of the action. Up-to-date room amenities abound, such as complimentary Wi-Fi service and an iPad. Be sure to stop in for breakfast, buffet or à la carte, at the University Club. Louie Louie, the Instagram-worthy French-American bistro on the south side of the Inn, is a gorgeous space, attracting a youthful cocktail crowd. 

With a stone staircase in the entry hall, colorful gardens, Arts and Crafts furnishings, and chestnut paneling and bark siding, it's no wonder that this 1900 manor-style house in the heart of Blowing Rock gets many return guests. All rooms have fireplaces, and some have private balconies. The Best Cellar restaurant, inside the main lodge, serves a seafood-focused menu that includes their signature tuna and a pan-seared mountain trout. Two adjacent cabins allow pets. 

Located just outside the gates of the Sea Island Resort, this self-service hotel offers comfortable accommodations with a much more affordable price tag. The family-friendly and pet-friendly rooms are tastefully decorated and feature basic amenities like Wi-Fi and a mini-refrigerator. There's also free bike rental, a pool, and a fitness center on-site. A stay here does not include access to the resort amenities of Sea Island, but when available (usually in the off-season), you can purchase resort access for an additional fee. 

The luxe Inn at the Pier, part of Hilton's Curio collection, covers a prime city block just steps from the sand and across from the pier. The classic California beach-style rooms include private balconies; most offer ocean views. Head to the rooftop pool deck for drinks, snacks, and ocean views (don't miss the sunset hour), or to the on-site restaurant, Blonde, for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Just 2 miles from Longwood Gardens, this family-run, countryside bed-and-breakfast on 13 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens offers more amenities than most and has plush, traditionally furnished rooms and suites in four buildings separate from the main house. Whitewing Farm was originally the home of Russell and Bertha Pippen (he was a vice president of the DuPont Company), and today this romantic mini-resort is run by several generations of a family who enjoy helping guests explore the area. Rooms generally reflect comfortable country style with pretty prints and dark wood furnishings, but some have upgraded to more modern, neutral decor. It's good to check the website's property map for each room's location. An outdoor pool, a tennis court, and a pond for fishing provide reasons to linger on-site, and breakfasts in the 1796 Hay Barn are a major event with three courses such as a French toast soufflé and lemon blueberry ricotta pancakes. The B&B ofers a number of special packages, some special dinners or picnics.

If you're looking for a more traditional hotel atmosphere and want to stay close in, this hotel fits the bill. The rooms are spacious, and although the decor is pretty straightforward, they are comfortable. The staff is very friendly and happy to give tips on the best things to do around town. Four of the suites are extended-stay and include kitchen facilities. There is a spa and heated pool on property.

An 1830s Greek Revival mansion was completely renovated to create the main building of this unconventional B&B. Accommodations are rooms, suites, and cottages, some a block away from the main inn. The design is contemporary, with custom-designed furniture by architect and co-owner Kenn Young. Suites and cottages have gas fireplaces. Kenn's wife Madeline, a chef, prepares breakfast. The owners are fairly hands-off.

You can't top this luxe hotel if you want to plant yourself in the heart of Naples nightlife, dining, and shopping. Rooms are soundproofed to shut out the noise when you're ready to sequester yourself in sleep-time comfort; when you're not, slide open the French doors, and tune into downtown from the balcony. Thirty-two club-level suites have perks like a private concierge lounge with 24/7 champagne, a full bar and hors d’oeuvres each night, and a roof deck. The list of urban amenities includes a spa, a rooftop pool, and two well-known restaurants: Ocean Prime Naples and Truluck’s Seafood, Steak and Crab House. A theater is right next door, and the beach is six block away.

At the edge of downtown, this midsize year-round hotel's tranquil hillside garden surprises with bocce and a tree swing, while rocking chairs under wide eaves on a front porch and the pillared facade evoke Bar Harbor's Gilded Age mansions. But, make no mistake as this is a thoroughly modern, family-friendly hotel with good-size guest rooms, a laundry, a game room, indoor and outdoor patio seating to enjoy the breakfast buffet, and small seating areas about the hotel.

This small Victorian B&B is less than two blocks from the shops and restaurants of Walnut Street, near two colleges and two universities and 10 minutes from Downtown. The rooms of this circa-1884 restored house are named for different apples, and each has been given a different "flavor." A complimentary breakfast is served.

A few calm blocks from the downtown action on a nearly 1-acre lot with landscaped gardens, the Inn on Randolph—with a Gothic revival–style main house and its five guest rooms plus five historic cottages out back—is a sophisticated haven known for its gourmet gluten-free breakfasts and snacks. Well-placed splashes of color jazz up the earth tones of the plush accommodations. Seven rooms have a gas fireplace; in the main house's Hannah Moore room, named for a member of the family that owned the property for nearly a century, dark tile surrounding the fireplace spans floor to ceiling without a mantel, a striking effect. In keeping with the rest of the inn, the bathrooms, all with heated floors, are contemporary, stylish, and spick-and-span. All the cottages and two rooms in the main house have spa tubs.

This Romanesque stone mansion is the former home of department-store magnate Russell H. Boggs. The dining room has white walls, dark drapes, and a chandelier. Guest rooms vary—for example, you can choose Mrs. Boggs' room, which has a queen-size four-post bed with a white bedspread. Mr. Boggs' room has a queen-size bed with wooden head- and footboards, a loveseat, and hanging ferns. There's a complimentary expanded continental breakfast, and the property's Acanthus restaurant is a recent and pleasant addition.

A large room at this spiffed-up downtown St. Helena inn is named for author Ambrose Bierce (The Devil's Dictionary), who lived in the main Victorian structure in the early 1900s, but sensitive hospitality and modern amenities are what make a stay worth writing home about. The main home, built in 1872, contains four rooms, a cottage house nearby holds three, and there's a large loft studio with a kitchen. Some rooms are painted in soft gray tones, others in rich yellow pastels. The decor acknowledges the period but with contemporary flair, and the owner and staff aim to please.

Marble bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and glass showers, 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton linens, plush bathrobes and slippers, and twice-daily housekeeping are some of the highlights of the chic, recently updated rooms in this hotel, the flagship for the Atlanta-based chain. The Americano is the on-site restaurant, led by James Beard Award–winner Scott Conant, and features an Italian steak house concept.