813 Best Hotels in USA

Known for its direct access to the Big Island's largest white-sand beach, this massive hotel has enormous columns and a terraced, open-air lobby with a rotunda ceiling, curved staircases, and skylights. All rooms face the ocean, creating an expansive property with long walking distances. At night, understated lighting transforms the hotel into an architectural showplace. Rooms are large, with marble bathrooms and plenty of in-room amenities like coffeemakers and robes, and the staff is exceedingly helpful. The spa offers both Balinese and Hawaiian therapies. The resort offers excellent cuisine—the Naupaka Beach Grill serves casual lunch and dinner daily, while Meridia features gourmet dining from its ocean-view perch. There's also a breakfast buffet each morning at Ikena Landing. An on-site deli-café provides affordable options for light meals on the go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The 18-hole golf course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, has topped many a "best courses" list.

A circular drive winds around a sculpture of long-legged marsh birds as you approach this beachfront resort inside Port Royal. The lush landscape enhances the beautiful location that lies on the island's quietest stretch of sand. All of the rooms, most with water views from private balconies, feature the chain's signature beds and were reappointed and renovated in 2023. Guests will enjoy the sprawling outside areas, pools, dining options, diverse activities for kids, and the resort's 8,000-square-foot Heavenly Spa.

With expansive ocean views, this resort is well situated near Jekyll's beachfront and bike path and the shopping amenities of the beach village. The property boasts a resort-style pool and full-service restaurant and lounge. After a long day of play, have a poolside cocktail in the lobby courtyard or sink into the deluxe Westin signature bedding. There's also a fitness center and plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to spread out and relax.

Popular with business travelers and families, this sprawling resort, with grand views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and the city below, specializes in relaxation, with an emphasis on fun. The huge pool complex has an impressively long waterslide, as well as a swim-up bar and grill for those who can't bear to leave the water. Kids' programs, including weekly "dive-in movies" during summer months, make for a vacation the whole family can enjoy.

This lavish resort with a Moroccan vibe sits on the shore of Lake Las Vegas and has richly appointed rooms with arched windows that offer sweeping views of the glittering lake and desert. There's even a small beach where soft, white sand is trucked in every summer. A favorite spot on the property is the Arabesque Lounge, a Moroccan-inspired bar and sitting area just off the main lobby. Here bartenders pour the resort's signature rum-and-Tuaca cocktail—named, appropriately, the Casablanca. The G Aveda Spa Lago specializes in massages and facials. 

This 12-acre beachfront paradise offers a setting that is both beautiful and calming, as evidenced by the green living wall and cascading waterfall in the lobby, which gives way to an aquatic playground with five swimming pools, as well as abundant waterfalls and lagoons. Book a room in the recently refreshed Hokupaa resort within a resort to enjoy deluxe rooms and lots of other perks.

It's rare to find a resort that so thoroughly incorporates authentic Hawaiian cultural symbols and traditions into its design, but this deluxe beachfront property in North Kaanapali carries this commitment into its native landscaping and its Puuhonua O Nanea cultural center, which offers displays of artifacts, as well as activities and talks. More home than hotel, the one- to three-bedroom "villas" have full kitchens, washer/dryers, and master bathroom perks such as free-standing soaking tubs and double-sink vanities.

Spread out over 18½ acres on a bluff above Anini Beach, this Westin property marries the comforts of spacious condominium living with the top-notch service and amenities of a luxurious hotel resort. Studios and one- and two-bedroom units are offered—many of which have ocean views and lawn-facing lanai where nene, Hawaii's threatened state goose, amble by with their young—and there's a nice pool for children. From the tapa-inspired art in each villa's living room to the wood cutouts of Hawaii's state plant, taro, the place has a relaxing ambience with Hawaiian elements.

Set on 360 manicured acres that include an acclaimed Pete Dye golf course, the polished, service-oriented Westin offers bright and recently renovated rooms, several restaurants (a celebrity chef–driven "backyard kitchen" among them), and a slew of activities for all ages—from tennis, bike rentals, and swimming in three pools (one with dual waterslides) to full-moon hikes, guided meditations, and cacao ceremonies. Guest quarters are in two-story, Spanish Mediterranean–style buildings that surround patios and fountains. All rooms have private patios or balconies, as well as the brand's signature Heavenly Beds. On cool mornings, enjoy a jog on the property's many paths, which wind past a koi pond and beds of blue salvia and pink petunias.

This 1,300-acre, full-service park is one of Virginia's most beautiful campgrounds, with hiking trails winding through marshlands, woods, and meadows along the Potomac River. There are also places to fish, rent boats or kayaks, or simply picnic. The comfortable, climate-controlled cabins have complete kitchens with a microwave and toaster, dishes, silverware, and cooking utensils. Living rooms have a sofa, dining table, and working fireplace. The basic furnishings include linens for four beds. From Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend there is a one-week minimum; at all other times the minimum is two nights. Westmoreland also has 133 campsites available and six camping cabins that provide a shelter but few other amenities.

Originally the 1912 homestead of William and Mary Watson, this laid-back lodging with gorgeous city views and desert gardens has Southwestern character and all the amenities you expect at a major resort. The Watsons' original living room, with beautiful, dried ocotillo branches draped along the ceiling and antique furnishings, is now a comfortable library-lounge. The couple probably never envisioned anything like the Sonoran Spa, with hot desert-stone massages and three-mud body masks. Spacious rooms have wrought-iron beds and Mission-style furniture.

On 13 acres bordering the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, these well-maintained cabins are in walking distance of Woodland Lake and Walnut Creek. The cabins have fireplaces (wood or natural gas), grills, and double sofa beds. One-, two-, and three-bedroom units—some with second bathrooms—have either handsome knotty-pine or more modern wood-panel interiors. The four log cabins, three of them studio units, have a "hideaway cabin" vibe. Couples may want to request one of the alpine suites with a whirlpool tub.

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Built in 1918 as a retreat for executives of the Goodyear Company, the grand Wigwam maintains its historical character while delivering a modern-day luxury experience. The expansive property can be traversed by chauffeured golf carts, and features great golf, tennis, and a fantastic spa.

This grand hotel from 1937 is owned and operated by Colonial Williamsburg—rooms are beautifully and individually furnished with reproductions and antiques in the English Regency style, and genteel service and tradition reign. Rooms come with such perks as morning coffee and afternoon tea, a daily newspaper, turndown service, and bathrobes. The Providence Wings, adjacent to the inn, are less formal; rooms are in a contemporary style with Asian accents and overlook the tennis courts, a private pond, and a wooded area.

This is a great place to get away any time of year, 25 miles southwest of Charlottesville (via I–64, U.S. 250, and Route 151). With 6,700 acres of forest, six restaurants, and three golf courses, Wintergreen is more like a community in itself than just a resort. Skiing and snowboarding are the central attractions, with 20 downhill slopes and five chairlifts. One of the golf courses, Devils Knob at over 3,800 feet, is the highest in Virginia. Accommodations at the resort include everything from studio apartments to seven-bedroom houses. Most rooms have fireplaces and full kitchens; the wood exteriors of the housing units blend into the surrounding forest.

Just 30 minutes from downtown Houston (on a good day), this lakefront lodge is set on acres of manicured lawns, creating a quiet and lovely retreat with all the amenities anyone could ask for. There are 21 tennis courts, more than 190 miles of hiking/biking trails, and a luxurious spa. Minutes away are the Woodlands Mall and Market Street, with 400 upscale retailers and restaurants.

If you want to be within walking distance of all that World Golf Village has to offer (including championship courses and a full-service day spa), this resort is an excellent choice. Rooms and suites, stylish and elegant with spa-inspired bathrooms, surround a 10-story atrium, at the bottom of which is the Villagio Italian Grille set amid tropical foliage and streams. In addition to playing rounds of golf and indulging in a spa treatment, you work out in the 24-hour fitness center or play a game or two in the billiards room.

This resort near Pier 60 guarantees sweeping views of the Gulf or the Intracoastal Waterway from the balcony of your room. Guest quarters are decorated in a clean, modern style; those with bunk beds are great for families, though the hotel offers no organized kids programs. If the beach is too crowded or the Gulf is too warm, you can head for the large pool, which is shared by residents of the condos in the hotel's twin building on the same property. The restaurant, Ocean Hai, is probably the only place for miles where you'll find Asian-fusion cuisine. The large, full-service spa and the fitness center will keep adults occupied.

This is perfect place to hunker down for a holiday trip at the Disney parks. The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek has something for everyone with plenty to do on the property outside of the parks. Wind down in the Blue Harmony Spa with great services and a private small pool area away from the kids having their fun in the pool on the other side. Head to the new Back Bay Pool Bar & Grill for lunch after the spa. Their Buddha bowl with fresh tuna is a must-try. A swim or a walk around the lake before dinner at the deep blu Seafood & Grille makes for a great day, and you never even left the resort grounds. 

If you're looking for amenities in a get-away-from-it-all escape, the island's only resort has both. These 250 time-share units can be rented out with a two-day minimum stay. Summers are solidly booked, especially the weekends. Although none of the accommodations sit on the beach, most are just a short walk away, and there are three swimming pools within the resort (four, including the indoor pool). The family-oriented recreation staff knows how to keep kids amused with everything from painting classes to organized nocturnal turtle-watches. There are also Lowcountry shrimp boils and nature walks, but the primary activity here is enjoying the island's golf complex. (There’s even a mini-golf course on-site.) A tram transports you to the resort's beachfront cabana, which is delightful and stocks plenty of chaises.

Surrounded on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park, this 860-acre family-friendly property has attractive, clean lodge rooms (with either queen, full, or bunk beds), simple cabins for two to four people, and larger cabins that can sleep as many as 88 people. Cook in your cabin or sidle up to the all-you-can-eat buffet. On-campus activities include yoga classes, arts and crafts, ecology classes, minigolf, archery, and climbing.

This charming Swiss-style hotel is a restful retreat tucked into the idyllic countryside. Start your day with espresso and a chocolate croissant from the in-house European bakery, or go after lunch for scoops of gelato. Order steak, pasta, or the signature pork schnitzel at the on-site Z's Steak and Chop Haus restaurant. Kids enjoy the working carousel and adults, the full-service spa. The lederhosen-bedecked staff is friendly without being overly solicitous, the rooms feel both modern and chalet-style old world, and the mountain views are superb. With activities ranging from volleyball to miniature golf, there's something to keep the whole family entertained.

This peaceful ranch-style resort with more than 50 handsomely furnished cabins and lodge-style vacation homes that sleep from 2 to 15 guests lies a mere 4 miles from the East Entrance of Zion National Park and offers a variety of activities, including horseback riding, jeep tours, and guided hikes. Amenities vary a bit from cabin to cabin, but all have fireplaces, and many have kitchens and spacious sitting areas. The high-end restaurant, Cordwood, serves some of the tastiest food in the region. Note that Wi-Fi can be unreliable in some units, and although they have TVs, they have no reception and are only for watching DVDs, which you can borrow from the lobby.

Just a few miles beyond Zion National Park's East Entrance and about 16 miles northwest of Mount Carmel Junction, this scenic, 4,000-acre ranch offers a varied lineup of lodgings and a dizzying array of activities. Choose from cabins of different sizes, rambling vacation homes with kitchens, glamping options, tiny houses, or even a Conestoga wagon with bunk beds that sleeps six; you can also pitch a tent or hook up an RV. Kids love the cubbyhole-like sleeping areas shaped like covered wagons (they sleep up to four). Play miniature golf, or go ziplining, horseback riding, or rock climbing. After a long day on the ranch or exploring the park, head to the spa for a massage. There's also a restaurant and a large pool and deck.

The sleek rooms at this boutique property next to gurgling Oak Creek but convenient to town come with many extras, including yoga classes, access to a spa and fitness center, complimentary mountain bikes, and a shuttle to nearby shops and restaurants. Step out onto your room's private balcony or terrace to take in expansive views of the red rocks or pool and waterfalls.

Giant larch trees shade the large site, where fishing and boating are popular. There's a good beach for swimming, a horseshoes pit, wheelchair-accessible picnicking, and marked nature trails. Shopping, laundry, and services are nearby.

More than a century old, this sprawling resort sits on landscaped grounds alongside Lake Chelan; every room has a balcony with mountain and beach views, and some have a kitchen or fireplace. Two-bedroom cabins with a kitchen and porch are on the east side of the property, near the marina. The lively Veranda and Pub, with a European feel and lake views, serves simple rustic fare with an extensive menu of fine, reasonably priced local wines. Happy hour on the deck is popular in summer and there's live music on Friday nights. The parklike, family-friendly setting includes pristine beaches, picnic areas, barbecues, and lots of room to romp.

Camping-in-style for those who don't like to camp—think massage services—this eco-adventure resort is a popular getaway for Silicon Valley techies and other urbanites and suburbanites. Trails from the 40-acre property connect with Año Nuevo State Reserve (just across Highway 1) and Big Basin. Many rooms in the lodge have fireplaces and all open to patios and decks where you can relax and watch deer and other wildlife bound across the hillsides. Cabins and tent bungalows don't have private baths, but they have electric lights, comfy beds with real mattresses, and access to nearby "comfort stations": restroom facilities with a courtyard fireplace, sauna, heated concrete floors, and private indoor and outdoor showers. There is also on-site RV and tent camping area. The Cascade Bar & Grill serves coastal California-style meals all day.

These one- and two-bedroom cabins nestled in a juniper and pine forest (hence the name) are spacious and airy, with vaulted ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces, and large decks overlooking either the creek or the canyon. An excellent value for groups of four or more, some cabins are more than 1,400 square feet and sleep up to six people. Junipine's most enchanting feature might be the sound of Oak Creek roaring below, lulling you to sleep by the fire.

Just 2 miles from Yellowstone's East Entrance, these cabins in a pine forest are a good base for destinations both inside and outside the park. Buffalo Bill's original getaway in the high country, this is now a National Historic Landmark. The cabins, some of which stand alone and some of which are grouped together, have two or three beds, and there is a reunion lodge that sleeps up to 22 people. A trailhead for an extensive cross-country-ski-trail network is at Pahaska, as are a gas station and a place for horseback rides.