5218 Best Hotels in USA

Guests know what to expect from the Ritz—elegance, superb comfort, excellent service—and the Amelia Island location is no exception. All accommodations in the eight-story building have balconies and ocean or coastal views; suites and rooms are spacious and luxurious, with beds so comfortable, you'll need a drag-out call instead of a wake-up one. Public areas are exquisitely maintained, and there are plenty of good restaurants, including the upscale Salt. Room service is available 24/7, and the Club Level provides a personal concierge.

Here towering wood beams highlighted by stone fireplaces make for a grand scene in the lobby and on the outdoor terrace, where a fire pit ties together the cozy scene. Charming rooms feature fireplaces and panoramic views of Beaver Creek Mountain or Vail Valley. The 21,000-square foot spa focuses on treatments using Colorado-sourced ingredients (like locally mined activated charcoal), while the fitness center offers group classes and cardio machines facing the majestic mountain. The numerous on-site restaurants and bar near the pool make it easy to stay put when not on the slopes.

Sophisticated yet comfortable, the Ritz-Carlton has indoor access to the Water Tower Place shopping mall and is close to many high-end boutiques. The classy hotel specializes in showering guests with attention, and its rooms are spacious, with walk-in closets and separate dressing areas. A fitness center, indoor pool, and spa services are all close at hand, and you don't need to go far to find quality dining: Torali, an Italian steak house, is on the 12th floor. The restaurant also has a rooftop bar and lounge.

Twenty-four dramatically tiered, glass-walled stories rise from the sea, forming a resort that's helping to revive a golden age of luxury travel. The lobby and public areas sparkle with white-and-charcoal marble floors, crystal chandeliers, and leather banquettes. A lavish tropical sundeck and infinity pool gaze out over the ocean, and the Club Lounge spans an entire floor. The lobby-level restaurant-café-market-bar Burlock Coast offers superior ocean views through floor-to-ceiling windows with excellent food and inspired cocktails to match. Luxury also awaits at the spa, which is a must-visit. The hotel's Club Lounge is situated such that guests can watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the balcony. Golfers have privileges at the private Grande Oaks Golf Course, where Caddyshack was filmed.

On an oceanfront bluff with an unparalleled view of the Pacific Ocean, you'll find the Ritz's signature top-tier service. On-site dining options offering oceanfront views include renowned chef Richard Sandoval's Pan-Latin RAYA restaurant with its coastal cuisine and elegant ambiance; KAHANI, a modern Indian fusion culinary journey; and Taikun Omakase, offering a curated 16-course one-of-a-kind dining experience. Sunset cocktails are to be sipped at 180blu. Book a massage or facial at the newly refreshed two-story spa near the ocean-view fitness center. Stroll down perfectly manicured trails to the popular public white-sand beach or take one of the beach shuttles to Salt Creek Beach and walk along the picturesque coastline. This playful luxury resort has an on-site EcoAdventure Center to reserve a whale-watching trip, e-bike rental, surf lesson or round of golf.

Resort fees include a beach shuttle ride down to the beach with beach butler service. Guests have use of umbrellas, towels, and beach chairs; unlimited use of tennis and pickleball courts and rackets; discount golf tee times at Monarch Beach Golf Links. Pets are welcome for a $150 pet fee, per room for up to two pets. The main swimming pool has been recently refreshed. There are two new two-bedroom and two-bathroom ocean front penthouse suites. Some rooms have a firepit on the patio. This hotel is dog friendly.

High on a hill overlooking the Coachella Valley, this posh resort spoils guests with exemplary service and comforts that include two pools, one of the desert's finest full-service spas, complimentary fitness classes, and two restaurants. Adding visual drama and more places to relax are several water and fire features, including a rocky cascade in the spa's outdoor lounge and 38 rooms with personal firepits on their patios. Rooms were made even more soothing and sumptuous with a complete remaster in 2023, so it will take some convincing to get out of bed. Just try not to miss the stargazing experiences or guided hikes.

A tribute to beauty and attentive, professional service, the Ritz-Carlton emphasizes luxury and elegance, which are evident in the Ionic columns that grace the neoclassical facade and the crystal chandeliers that illuminate marble floors and walls in the lobby. This luxe feeling continues in the fog-and-blue-hued guest rooms with modern furniture, marble bathrooms stocked with Asprey London amenities, and plush beds with 400-thread-count sheets and dreamy combed cotton linens. Club Level rooms include use of a lounge with a dedicated concierge and complimentary food throughout the day. Traditional afternoon tea and excellent cocktails are served in the Lobby Lounge, overlooking the beautifully landscaped Terrace Courtyard, and guests enjoy breakfast at the sophisticated Parallel 37 restaurant.

It's a bit off the beaten path, but if you can bear with a bend or two in the road, you'll find this Hill Country treasure. Three ranch-style cottages and one late-1800s farmhouse have immaculate Texas-meets-French-countryside interiors, gas fireplaces, and beautiful views of the hills. The ranch also has a large meeting/entertaining hall that accommodates up to 150 people, as well as an intimate dining room that serves up to 50 guests for special events. Standing in the center of the property, a former water tower has been converted into an observation tower.

This reimagined roadside motel has morphed into Green River's only boutique lodging, with an upscale western motif and individually decorated rooms right in the heart of downtown. Expect giant showers with river-rock bottoms, comfy reading chairs, vibrant bedspreads, 50-inch flat-screen TVs and Egyptian cotton sheets. The rustic, wooden ceilings are delectably tall, and in king rooms they're 15 feet high. The hot breakfast is cooked to order, with several sweet and savory options to choose from. After a long day of driving or desert adventuring, it's nice to relax by the outdoor pool or courtyard campfire.

With an enviable location overlooking the Chewuch River and just a stone's throw from Winthrop's quirky shops and eateries, this small compound of one- to three-bedroom cabins with kitchens—and in most cases hot tubs and river views—is a terrific find and a great value. These contemporary cabins are simply but cheerfully furnished and all have the comforts of home, such as reliable Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and pots, pans, and cooking utensils.

All the pools (five public and three private) at Riverbend are right on the Rio Grande, with sweeping views of Turtleback Mountain. With its days as a youth hostel well behind it, Riverbend now offers a smart balance of contemporary comfort with a touch of retro bohemian spirit. Beautiful stonework surrounds the tubs, and inspired stone mosaics line the spa's winding paths; a lovely open-slatted wooden pergola shades a fleet of chaise lounges, all facing riverside. Several styles of room are available—a few are set in cleverly camouflaged and vibrantly painted, single-wide mobile homes, and all have modern furnishings. A casita and several larger suites are ideal for families or groups. Private tubs at $15 an hour are a treat and a bargain. Massage treatments are available by appointment.

Following an ambitious expansion and upgrade in 2024 that added 66 luxury suites, a new lobby, and additional dining, this handsome red-roof resort that backs up to Lincoln's Pemigewasset River offers among the swankiest accommodations of the state's ski areas. Units range from studios with kitchenettes to three-bedroom suites with full kitchens and sitting areas, and RiverWalk offers a full range of amenities, including a huge pool, a full-service spa, shuttle service to the skiing and snowboarding at Loon Mountain, and activities for kids of all ages. Future plans over the next couple of years include the opening of a gondola that will provide ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes of nearby Loon Mountain, as well as a larger spa and a new 25-person hot tub.

This is one of Fredericksburg's best urban-minded accommodations offering a contemporary environment, with retro decor. The Roadrunner Inn is composed of three loft-like rooms at the top of a staircase perched above Main Street. Bright, fresh colors and lush, green tropical plants create a nouveau Miami feel. From robin's-egg blue and canary-yellow dishes mounted on the walls to lime-green-and-white accent pillows resting on the 1970s sectional couches, it's a modern, trendy, welcoming place to stay.

This sprawling resort, with several types of accommodations ranging from historic hotel rooms to luxurious contemporary waterfront suites, occupies the site of the lime works that made John S. McMillin his fortune in the late 19th century. Rooms in historic Hotel de Haro are filled with notable antiques, like the claw-foot tub where actor John Wayne used to soak. Posh suites in the McMillin House and Quarryman Hall have fireplaces, heated bathroom floors, and panoramic water views from a private veranda. The beachside Company Town Cottages, once the homes of lime-company employees, have rustic exteriors but modern interiors. Elsewhere are contemporary condos with fireplaces; some have lofts and water views. Walking trails thread through the resplendent gardens and the old lime quarries, an elegant spa offers a full slate of treatments, and several atmospheric restaurants serve food at a range of price points.

The Rockaways had been gaining popularity for years but its status was cemented with this trendy newcomer, giving surfers and sunbathers a reason to stay overnight—guests can expect a beachy and mid-century modern decor, with lots of light teak wood, rattan and linen accents, and marine blues and grays that catch the sunlight. There are two restaurants onsite, one on the roof, and Margie's, which can be accessed through the lobby. Of course, there's also a serene pool with loungers and a snack bar, plus a spa, if you want to get away from the beachfront masses. One- and two-bedroom bungalows include kitchenettes for long-term guests.

From its glittering lobby to each beautiful, traditionally furnished guest room, this iconic New Orleans hotel offers a grand experience. A downtown anchor for more than a century, the hotel was nearly destroyed by Hurricane Katrina, but its glam lives on. The legendary Sazerac Bar is a top spot for cocktails, and the Fountain Lounge is popular for fried chicken Mondays and live music most evenings. There's a 12,000-square-foot Waldorf Astoria Spa, a fitness center, as well as a rooftop pool.

Shipbuilding magnate Robert Moran built this Arts and Crafts–style waterfront mansion in 1909, and it's now the centerpiece of a gorgeous 40-acre resort that comprises several buildings with sweeping views of Cascade Bay and Rosario Point. Accommodations range from moderately priced standard guest rooms to deluxe one- and two-bedroom suites with fireplaces, decks, and full kitchens. The historic main house, home to the romantic Mansion restaurant as well as a small but excellent history museum, has retained its original mission-style furniture and numerous antiques; its centerpiece, an Aeolian organ with 1,972 pipes, is used for concerts in the music room. You can hike, whale-watch, and kayak nearby or stay in for a day of pampering in the on-site spa.

Sitting amid 255 acres of subtropical landscape, including a cypress-fringed creek and a championship golf course, this award-winning luxury resort offers a golf academy; fishing; nature trails; four swimming pools; tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts; and a huge spa to soothe those aching muscles.

This intimate and artfully designed boutique hotel steps from the Plaza has superb architectural detail, top-notch service, and a much-celebrated restaurant, bar, and lounge. The inn is part of the prestigious Rosewood Hotel group, and the sumptuous linens and elegant furnishings reflect that brand's ultra-luxe standards. Each room has a beamed viga-and-latilla ceiling, kiva-style gas fireplace, handwoven fabrics, and organic toiletries. Five of the inn's junior suites have balconies overlooking Downtown. Additional amenities include twice-daily housekeeping service and a stunning library.

Sprawling across 16 lush acres on one of the area's most scenic and exclusive beaches, this luxury resort was built from scratch on the site of the former Miramar by the Sea hotel, where generations of fashionable SoCal residents vacationed for decades. The stunning design pays tribute to the hotel's history while providing ultraluxe modern amenities, including a full-service spa.

Highlights at the Rosewood include the rooftop infinity pool and bar—with views of the Washington Monument, Kennedy Center, and the Potomac—and the personalized attention each guest receives, even before check-in. Residential-style rooms are cast in pewter-and-gold tones and ornamented with sleek wood flooring and sumptuous Pratesi bedding. Even the bathrooms are regal, with Italian marble fixtures, deep soaking tubs, and rainfall showers. The property also acquired several townhomes next to the main building, which they remodeled to replicate the aesthetic of the leading property—ideal for a family or a group looking for luxury accommodations in an intimate setting. 

Renovations over the years have made this place decidedly posh, but the historic section, which includes eight rooms, retains the red velvet chairs, antique armoires, and iron-rod and oak bed frames that have made this property a favorite for decades. Pillow-top beds and flat-screen TVs add a level of creature comfort. Guest-room shower tiles feature the three brands used by Theodore Roosevelt on his livestock during his time in the Dakota Badlands. Guests have pool privileges at a nearby motel during the summer

There's nothing like the iconic "Pink Palace of the Pacific," which is on 14 acres of prime Waikiki Beach and which has held fast to the luxury and grandeur that first defined it in the 1930s, when it became a favorite of the rich and famous. Originally built for luxury-cruise passengers, it hosted galas in its early years and was later requisitioned by the U.S. Navy as a rest and relaxation center during World War II. Today, the property blends modern comforts with historic elegance. Guests appreciate the architectural detailing of the historic wing—with its canopy beds and earth-tone color schemes—but if you want a lanai for sunset viewing, opt for rooms in the oceanfront tower. As the original guests weren't interested in a water view after weeks on the high seas, the historic wing's garden-view rooms are the largest and can potentially be booked for a lower price. Ask about the fascinating (and free) historical tours offered weekly. The beachfront Mai Tai Bar is a local favorite for cocktails and sunsets, and the walk down the hotel's lovely foyer and onto the lawn is very grand indeed.

Once the home of Cunard Steamship executive Delos T. Cooke, this Mediterranean-style resort has a stately row of the namesake palms at its entrance, courtyards with fountains, and individually designed rooms that feel more like casitas than basic hotel rooms. The lush landscaping makes the resort feel cozy, intimate, and private. Only the busy pool will persuade you otherwise. The restaurant, T. Cook's, is renowned, and the open-air Alvadora Spa packs a lot of pampering into a relatively small space.

Right next to the Charles River, the certified-green Sonesta has one of the best city skylines and sunset views in Boston. Visitors to the in-house hot spot, ArtBar, can sip a glass of prosecco while watching dusk fall on the boats sailing by. Inside, an impressive collection of modern art lines the hotel's hallways, and a friendly, professional staff make this Cambridge riverfront property a bit of a surprise. Monteverdi, a new Italian restaurant at the hotel, affords not only views, but simplistic yet savory food such as pastas, flatbreads, antipasti, and classic entrees. The seasonal sundeck and the indoor atrium-style pool are prime places to view the river. Guest rooms are done in neutral earth tones, with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi.

The entrance to this prestigious hotel is set back from the street by a brick courtyard that provides an immediate sense of tranquillity. A grand spiral staircase dominates the lobby, which is decorated in English country opulence. All guest rooms include such deluxe touches as twice-daily maid service, plush bathrobes, and TVs in the bathrooms; upscale suite amenities also include 6-foot marble tubs, canopied four-poster beds, and CD players. Waterside rooms have a commanding view of the harbor, but courtyard rooms are quietest.

Adding a touch of class to its Bourbon Street environs, this French Quarter favorite is soothing from the moment you step into the marbled lobby, where lush plants enhance a cool, serene atmosphere. Guest rooms are restful, and furnished with flat-screen televisions, pillow-top mattresses, and complimentary Wi-Fi; many have French doors that open to balconies or patios. The RClub level features upgraded rooms and suites, plus private elevators, a club lounge and special amenities. The Desire Oyster Bar, on the lobby level, faces Bourbon Street and serves local seafood delicacies; LeBooze Lounge offers a front-row seat to Bourbon Street; and The Jazz Playhouse delivers top-shelf live music nightly. Restaurant R'evolution by chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto is special-occasion dining at its best, serving creative Louisiana cuisine.

Deep red walls, antique furnishings, oversized mirrors, and chandeliers make this classic Victorian home a little bit eclectic and a little bit sexy, and place it in a class of its own. The owner—a California transplant who visited Greenport several years ago and loved it so much that she never left—will always welcome you with open arms. It's got a great porch on which you can enjoy a bottle of local wine or beer from the neighboring Greenport Brewery. It's also just steps away from Main Street shops and restaurants. Breakfast includes local farm eggs and vegetarian and vegan options. By design, rooms don't have TVs to allow guests here a true retreat and digital decompression.

This intimate, relaxed mountain inn hugs the banks of the Wenatchee River near downtown Leavenworth. Its seven rustic-chic rooms with timber furnishings, private outside entrances, and decks with views of dramatic rock formations, aspen groves, meadows where deer browse, or Icicle and Tumwater Canyons. Ravenwood Lodge is a spacious, chalet-style luxury retreat complete with a full kitchen, river-rock fireplace, loft bedroom, and its own outdoor hot tub. Cushy robes, fireplaces, two-person jetted tubs, and rain showers are among the inviting amenities. There's also a beautiful little chapel on the property, perfect for intimate weddings.

An 1883 Italianate Victorian anchors this luxury inn on 3 lush acres in a residential setting a mile from Healdsburg Plaza. The main house and an adjacent structure contain three guest rooms each, two duplexes hold four more, and there's a standalone ADA suite near the well-stocked koi pond. The furnishings tilt modern, with hardwood floors, contemporary carpets, king or queen beds depending on room size, and outdoor sitting areas, all but one private. Some rooms have fireplaces and tubs. Toward the property's rear, guests work on their putting at an 18-hole green and have access to bocce and pickleball courts. Closer to the mansion, an oak strung with lanterns looms over the pool and hot tub. A former restaurant chef prepares healthful full breakfasts in a stone-and-glass pavilion whose floor-to-ceiling windows can be opened to create a connecting open-air space.