956 Best Hotels in USA

With a quiet, shady courtyard just off the main road leading into the north side of town, this small, reasonably priced 1940s hotel offers suites and rooms with a mix of configurations, from two-bedroom units with kitchens to cozy standard rooms. Although set back from the water on pretty Ecola Creek (just across the street from Les Shirley Park and near the entry road to Ecola State Park) the lodge does have a few rooms with partial ocean views; some units also have gas fireplaces and balconies. All rooms have refrigerators, microwaves, and coffeemakers.

For a combination of aging '50s-era nostalgia and Old West glamour, book a night in El Rancho's Katharine Hepburn or Ronald Reagan room. All units at this 1937 National Register historic property are named for vintage movie stars, many of whom stayed here back when Hollywood Westerns were shot in the region (the connection goes deeper—El Rancho was built by R.E. Griffith, D.W. Griffith's brother). Rooms are basic, accented with Western prints and a few other flourishes. The restaurant ($), open all day, is cozy and serves acceptable American and Mexican food. You can browse through the on-site shop for pottery, kachinas, and sand paintings.

Each of the eight rooms in this smart, contemporary lodge in downtown Escalante has a patio with grand views of the surrounding mountains, plus plenty of cushy perks like French presses and fresh-ground coffee, plush bedding, and 50-inch smart TVs. The accommodations are ideal for longer stays, with plenty of room to spread out and kitchens in some rooms. The guest laundry is another handy amenity.

Great for exploring Georgetown, this hotel centers on an elegant central courtyard and gardens, overlooked by the large glassed-in lobby and half of the bright, spacious rooms. Accommodations are furnished with a stylish mix of traditional and contemporary pieces in a soothing palette of gray and white with purple accents. The Juniper restaurant serves Mid-Atlantic fare that might incorporate herbs and honey from the rooftop garden and hives. The hotel's canine ambassador, Georgie, a two-year-old yellow lab, is often in the lobby greeting guests. Children can ask for a copy of her coloring book.

Built in 1840, this rambling country inn on the shore of Kezar Lake is the kind of place that almost instantly turns strangers into fast friends. The rooms and suites all have soft country quilts, and several rooms overlook the lake, where guests can go ice fishing, or swim or sail from the inn's pier out to Blueberry Island. Next door to a white clapboard church, it fits in perfectly with the 19th-century village of North Sutton.

This Valley cool kid—a 7-acre hideaway that lures locals and out-of-towners with a stellar restaurant, fun bars, fabulous retro flair, and too many amenities and programming to list—comes with Hollywood pedigree as it was originally opened by '70s TV mom Beverly Garland and her husband in 1973. Lovingly restored and injected with kitschy life by her son and his husband a decade ago, rooms, all of which come with private balconies or patios, double-paned windows, are set in two separate buildings and brimming with pops of orange and loud mid-century patterns. Kids rooms have partitioned areas with bunk beds and DVD players while wellness suites are fitted with a Peloton Bike, BowFlex adjustable weights, white noise machines, and a Mirror fitness system. Spending the entirety of your vacation here would be easy with the large pool, hot tubs, fireplace, a park-like lawn where they hold yoga classes, live music on Thursday and Friday, a taco cart, great gift shop, and games in the courtyard. Want to explore beyond its borders? An adorable trolley can take you to Universal Studios or a metro station for free.

Travelers looking for charming accommodations around Union Square will enjoy this four-story Edwardian building with bay windows, an original birdcage elevator, hallways lined with historical photographs, and rooms decorated with antiques, wicker pieces, and Laura Ashley bedding and curtains. Only 14 rooms have private baths, some with claw-foot tubs, but every guest can enjoy the afternoon tea and homemade cookies served in the cozy parlor. Breakfast is served down the block at the Cornell Hotel de France.

The welcome is warm at this inn, where gas fireplaces glow in the lobby, and guest rooms—about half of them in a historic wing—have serene color schemes and reproduction Federal-style furnishings. Several rooms showcase pieces by local furniture makers, and one of the guesthouses, which sleeps up to nine people, features L.L.Bean housewares. Separate two- or three-bedroom town houses are excellent choices for short or long stays; all have full kitchens, and several are pet-friendly. Deluxe rooms have wet bars, whirlpool tubs, and wood-burning fireplaces (or, in one case, a stove). The on-site Broad Arrow Tavern offers hearty fare and has a patio. A full breakfast and afternoon tea, complete with scones and finger sandwiches, are included in the rates.

Hitchcock fans and Clue lovers rejoice—the Harry Packer Mansion takes the murder-mystery dinner experience to a whole new level. Every weekend, this Victorian mansion-turned-bed-and-breakfast hosts interactive murder-mystery weekends based on real historical events. Guests are assigned characters Friday night, and the mystery takes place over three sessions Saturday. And while these innovative weekends are certainly the mansion’s main draw, its wallpapered rooms featuring period furniture are certainly an added bonus.

While the Heritage Inn's structure dates back to 1878, nothing about a visit to this B&B will feel like roughing it. Newly renovated and under new ownership, the charming redbrick Inn might be the most modern spot in a 50-mile radius: it has its own Tesla charging station, powerful Wi-Fi, and large, flat-screen TVs in guest rooms. Note that some rooms have just a Jacuzzi tub and no shower; ask before you book.

Three 18th-century properties in the historic district—the Governor Calvert House, Robert Johnson House, and Maryland Inn—are grouped as one inn, all offering guest rooms individually decorated with antiques and reproductions. Built in 1727, Calvert House is steps from the capitol. Also on State Circle, Robert Johnson House was built for the Annapolis barber in 1772. At the Maryland Inn, on nearby Church Circle, all rooms date from the Revolutionary era. Registration for all three is at the Governor Calvert House.

A short drive from the middle section of Redwood National and State Parks, this serene 1914 inn overlooks the Klamath River a mile east of where it meets the ocean. Numerous trails and scenic drives, among them the dramatic Klamath River Overlook, lie within easy reach. All the guest rooms are furnished with antiques, and some have claw-foot tubs. The excellent restaurant, open June–October, serves breakfast (not included in the room rate) and dinner. If seating is available, nonguests can reserve a spot for dinner 24 hours ahead.

High on a hill overlooking New Milford's town green, this Victorian masterpiece opened as an inn in 1928. The main house's eight rooms are decorated in a mix of country antiques, artful reproductions, and an abundance of floral accents; the budget-friendly (and kid-friendly) Treadwell House is the motel-style alternative next door. Breakfast is served in a cheery living room, where you can sit by the fire during the cooler months.

Bordering Churn Creek on a bend in a residential street secluding the property from its neighbors, this two-turreted Tudor-style inn occupies 3½ woodsy acres several miles north of downtown and Sundial Bridge. The individually decorated contemporary-style guest rooms, some with furnishings from the aim-to-please owners two-plus decades in Africa, have hardwood floors, king beds, coffeemakers, refrigerators, sitting areas, and slate-tiled bathrooms. A nickel-plated double-slipper tub is the centerpiece of the grand, split-level bathroom in the splurge accommodation, the Royal Shasta, whose two bay windows have creek and mountain views. The owners invite guests to make use of the well-equipped communal kitchen and outdoor barbecue, the latter on a deck overlooking the creek.

This three-story 1920 redbrick hotel anchors the small town of Condon. The spacious rooms are done with 1920s- and '30s-era antiques alongside contemporary touches like wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, hair dryers, and coffeemakers. The Buckhorn Saloon, open nightly except Sunday and Monday, serves regional wines, craft brews, classic cocktails, and a nice selection of bistro food, from classic bar snacks to burgers made with Painted Hill natural beef. This is a great option for visitors exploring the Clarno (35 miles south) and Painted Hills (60 miles south) sections of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.

This hotel, built in 1919, has been artfully restored to its original Western version of art deco; it's now the center of Tucson's hippest scene and a great place for younger and adventurous travelers to stay. The gangster John Dillinger was almost caught here in 1934—apparently his luggage, filled with guns and ammo, was suspiciously heavy. Each room has a black-and-white tile bath and the original iron bed frames. The convenient location Downtown means it can be noisy, so make sure you don't get a room over the popular Club Congress (a nightclub with dance parties) or Century Room (a jazz lounge with live music nightly), unless you plan to be up until the wee hours.

This elegant Tudor Revival building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1882 by the Norfolk and Western Railroad. The richly paneled lobby has Florentine marble floors and ceiling frescos. Its formal restaurant ($$$–$$$$) serves regional Southern cuisine. A $6.5-million renovation of guest rooms and suites includes new furnishings, flat-screens, and Sweet Dreams beds. The Market Square Bridge, a glassed-in walkway, goes from the hotel to downtown attractions.

The former New Devon Inn, built in 1926 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has become a boutique hotel that feels both historic and modern. Restored antiques furnish tidy rooms without clutter. Modern furnishings fill the lobby. There’s Wi-Fi throughout, a fitness center, conference room, and 24-hour front-desk service.

A frothy homage to 1950s Beat writers, 1960s hippies and rockers, and other local agents of change, the hip Hotel Zeppelin appeals to a youngish crowd with high-tech amenities and an inviting, sometimes boisterous, game room with a pool table, quick-shot basketball wall, and other entertainments. A fireplace and bar area give the lobby a warm communal atmosphere, while smart TVs, blackout shades, and spacious maple-top work desks in the guest rooms satisfy the desires of 21st-century travelers. The hotel's restaurant, PLS on Post, serves towering burgers and shakes with peace, love, and soul (PLS).

A boutique hotel with a playful modern nautical theme throughout that downplays the corporate, the highlight here is the TopSail rooftop pool and bar that offers panoramic views of the harbor complemented by craft cocktails. The Watercraft Market + Lounge offers breakfast (try the surprisingly good breakfast burritos), all-day dining, and snacks. The hotel is nestled in the Pike, which a century ago was an oceanfront amusement park with a wooden roller coaster; today it hosts convenient and tempting outlet stores and restaurants alongside a Ferris wheel and carousel.

A judicious 2023 makeover broadened the appeal of one-block Amador City's 1879 redbrick hotel without sacrificing the throwback feel of the guest rooms, two with balconies overlooking town. A wooden staircase leads directly from the lobby bar to three second-floor rooms with king beds, three with queens, and all with exposed brick walls and painstakingly sanded original floors. The bathrooms, equipped with period-sensitive fixtures, are stocked with high-quality products. As with the hotel, renovations to the restaurant preserved a sense of the past, with the updated farm-to-fork cuisine providing contemporary travelers additional incentive to book here. A nearby hilltop cottage contains three larger suites. Rates are higher for these, but good views and a quieter setting compensate.

Gas-burning fireplaces, bathrobes, and a chef-made breakfast are among the amenities offered at this adults-only (18 and up) inn with contemporary country style. All but four of the 12 accommodations are suites housed in a collection of rustic buildings along a brick path back from the busy road. The multi-course breakfast is served on china in the 1909 main house or it can be brought to your room. A separate building houses a day spa.

Your only opportunity to stay right in the heart of Zuni, this cheery inn is decorated with handwoven rugs, fine Zuni arts and crafts, and locally made furniture. Six of the rooms have private baths; two share a bath. Outside you can relax in the tree-shaded, enclosed, flagstone courtyard or walk the winding streets that surround Zuni's main plaza. Limited room service is available if you order ahead, or you may purchase ingredients at the tribe-staffed Halona Plaza market next door—which is also where Inn guests must go to check in—and prepare a meal in the communal kitchen. The breakfasts (think blue-corn pancakes, made from scratch) are not to be missed. Between the host (the owners come from a historic trading family), the staff, and the comfortable (if a little overstuffed) rooms laden with Indian blankets and pottery, this is a Southwestern standout.

It's all about the panoramic views at this exceptionally well-maintained mid-century modern boutique hotel set high on a ridge overlooking downtown St. George and the red rocks beyond. Rooms have top-of-the-line bedding, 50-inch TVs, refrigerators, Keurig coffeemakers, and modern bathrooms with granite counter tops, vessel sinks, and premium toiletries. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, deck, and gym, all with the same magical vistas. The adjacent Cliffside restaurant serves lunch and dinner and enjoys the same spectacular views.

What was once a boardinghouse built for crews working on the Tamiami Trail in 1928 is now the top spot to stay in town for adventurers on assorted budgets. The hotel has 18 rooms with private baths (plush by Everglades City standards!). Most rooms face the screen-enclosed pool and courtyard, which promotes camaraderie, but there are also secluded patios with chairs and tables for private moments. Decor features photography of the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands. Free Wi-Fi is in the dining area, pool courtyard, and lodge area. Ecotours provided by Ivey House's sister company, Everglades Adventures, are easy to book and incredible to experience.

Opened in 1913 and renovated in 1987, the park's only hotel is trim, tidy, and remote (15 miles from the nearest road and less than ½ mile from Canada); it also has a colorful history that begins with its initial proprietress, Madame Nellie Bly, who, as the story goes, sold it to a bootlegger in 1918 for $1,000 and four bottles of whiskey. Some of the property's 12 historic rooms share baths; half of the 10 larger, pricier, and more modern adjacent villas have kitchens. It's hard to beat the sunset views from the veranda. Motorboat, kayak, and canoe rentals are available, as is shuttle service to and from the Ash River Visitor Center.

Draws here include a hard-to-beat location and modern rooms that are not only some of the largest in town, but are also decorated with cool abstract art, accessories in rich jewel tones, and plush purple-and-fuchsia furnishings. Bathrooms in some rooms and suites have Fuji soaking tubs. The in-house Urbana restaurant offers pizza and pasta and is a local favorite.

This boutique hotel in a former tobacco warehouse dating from the 1800s offers sleek rooms furnished with executive desks, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and free Wi-Fi; there are also whirlpool tubs in the suites. Local artwork—available for purchase—is everywhere, as are exposed brick and stone and chestnut beams. The adjoining restaurant and bar, John J. Jeffries, offers a seasonally driven farm-to-table menu.

In the heart of downtown Lancaster, this beaux arts–style former department store offers well-appointed guest rooms with upscale amenities geared to business travelers, including a fitness center and spa. Attached to the Lancaster Convention Center, the hotel with a 12-story tower faces Penn Square, the very center of the city. One of three dining options in the hotel, the rooftop lounge and restaurant have panoramic views of the city and beyond.