1204 Best Hotels in USA

Since 1909 this storied downtown hotel has been a favorite of ranchers and business travelers. It's located in the entertainment district, across from the historic Majestic Theatre and about a block from the River Walk. It's generally a better value than hotels directly on the river, especially for a historic hotel. On-site dining includes Market on Houston, a casual café and well-stocked marketplace open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the speakeasy-style Bar 414, featuring Prohibition-era and handcrafted cocktails and blues music. There is a 24-hour fitness center and outdoor heated pool, too. The hotel is on the National Register of Historic Places.

One of the few true oceanfront properties on Kauai, this popular hotel sits on a ribbon of sand in Kapaa and has bright spacious rooms that face the ocean, garden, coconut grove, or pool. Rooms include a coffeemaker, free Wi-Fi, and HDTV, and there's a gift shop, fitness center, coffee shop, juice bar, and three restaurants on-site. Each oceanfront room has a large lanai. The 11-acre site has always been desirable, nestled as it is among ancient coconut groves and close to a coastal bike and walking path, shops, restaurants, and the ocean. Cultural activities include hula, lei-making, and a luau.

Sheraton Club rooms come with many special amenities, but even the regular guest rooms here are spacious and well appointed, with contemporary touches and lots of extras. Aimed to please corporate groups and conventions, expect top-quality service and a superfast elevator system. In the lobby, a fountain sets a tropical tone, and the Starbucks is a popular meeting spot. A nice balance of Creole- and Cajun-style dishes is served in the airy second-floor Roux Bistro. One of the great downtown eateries, the Palace Café, is right across Canal Street.

Just a mile from the airport, the Sheraton is a full-service resort hotel perfect for business travelers or golf enthusiasts: six of the city's leading courses, including Tour 18 and the Redstone Golf Club (home of the Shell Houston Open) are just minutes away. Rooms have contemporary furnishings, with sitting and work areas so you can really spread out.

A convenient convention hotel, this large, modern Sheraton catering to both business and leisure travelers has airy, common gathering spaces and redecorated guest rooms in tan, pale gray, and light blue. Rooms feature oversize desks, large flat-screen TVs, and a coffeemaker, and the hotel has a business center and an upgraded fitness room with Peloton bikes. Though it's close to many good Center City dining options, there are two restaurants on-site: The Terrace Cafe, serving breakfast (and Starbucks coffee) and lunch; and the Local Cafe, which features breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a bar. Pets are not allowed at the hotel. 

With plush beds, 52-inch flat-screen televisions, and spacious work areas, this Sheraton offers a nice balance of comfort and practicality. Most rooms have excellent views and there's an outside pool on the third floor. The ground floor features a location of Sang Kee Noodle House, a popular Pan-Asian restaurant that originated in Philly's Chinatown. In a somewhat charmless part of University City, the location is convenient to 30th Street Station, the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and Center City Philadelphia. 

This 1831 home exudes history: it was built for whaling captain Obed Starbuck on the site of the birthplace of abolitionist Lucretia Mott. Guest rooms, named for the ships Starbuck commanded, are furnished with period antiques and pretty wallpaper, and the basement restaurant of the same name (delighted murmurings waft up) generates a wonderful continental breakfast and afternoon tea.

With views of the Santa Monica Pier, this hotel with a friendly staff offers eco-minded travelers stylish rooms with a modern design, just steps from the sand and sea. The Shore was the first hotel in Santa Monica to receive the prestigious LEED Gold certification for its environmentally friendly design. Giant windows front the property, maximizing the sun's rays and inviting guests to look out onto the expanse of the Pacific below the bluffs. Rooms are awash in beach hues, with aqua throws, sand-color blackout curtains, and rich, wooden furnishings. The temperature automatically adjusts when you enter and exit. A see-through rainfall shower occupies a prime location in standard rooms, offering ocean and city views as you wash the sand out of your hair. Perks include champagne upon arrival, Wi-Fi, and beach cruiser use. Additional amenities include a gym, business center, solar-heated pool and hot tub, and a lobby bar.

Situated on bustling Seaside Avenue, this 14-story, 1970s-era property has been transformed into an urban-chic boutique hotel with both island and retro touches that playfully blend 20th-century style with modern necessities. The bright, upbeat design of the lobby, featuring a rainbow of colors and funky furnishings, continues on the rooftop deck, with its bold mural, and in the rooms and junior suites, which also have amenities like iPhone docks, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. (Note, though, that some room amenities vary, so if you need a kitchenette—or even a mini-refrigerator or microwave—specify when booking.) Perks include free coffee and filtered water in the lobby, as well as a complimentary reusable water pouch.

This oceanfront, family-owned hotel is a bargain hunter's dream (at least by Outer Banks standards), with spacious rooms sporting updated furniture, and a seaside aesthetic, plus microwaves and refrigerators. On-site activities include a family game room, indoor and outdoor pools, beachfront access, and cabana services.

Experience a taste of Italy at this fanciful and friendly hotel, where the lobby and rooms are filled with imported carved-wood furniture, fabrics, and artwork that conjure up the Renaissance. European-style sophistication is king here, and thanks to an impressive outdoor fountain, that's clear upon arrival. Tuscan cuisine is the hallmark of Il Palio, open for breakfast and dinner.

High on Mineral King Road, this privately owned resort has rustic cabins and deluxe chalets—all with a stove, refrigerator, and sink—plus three hotel rooms with private baths. While the more expensive chalets have full bathrooms and kitchens, the cabins share a central shower and bath (two cabins have toilets but no showers). The spacious grounds contain several inviting hammocks and a babbling brook, and deer are likely to meander through at any time.

On the shore of the charming village of Mukilteo, which looks across Possession Sound toward Whidbey Island and lies midway between Everett and Edmonds, this cheerfully decorated two-story hotel is ideal for a seaside getaway without having to leave metro Seattle. Accommodations have armchairs, premium linens, huge flat-screen TVs, and other modern perks, and most have water views.

Sleek meets desert retro at Silver Lake Pool & Inn, a boutique hotel located on a nondescript stretch of the neighborhood. Enjoy Los Angeles’ sunny climate in its tree-covered courtyards and serene pool. Handmade Moroccan and Italian tilework accentuates the space while the vintage stucco on the exterior spaces pays homage to the Mexican influence on L.A.’s architecture. Silver Lake Pool & Inn is a beautiful oasis with plenty of moments for relaxation away from the bustle of one of the most hipster neighborhoods in town.

If you like your resort to feel more country club than posh bastion, you'll likely find a stay at this 1,200-acre property satisfying. Two 18-hole golf courses command much of the real estate, along with endless lawns, a full-service spa, several pools, and tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts. When not in Napa, the owners of 340 condos on the property rent them through the resort. The ones managed by the resort, which range from studios to three-bedroom suites, all with kitchens or kitchenettes, are done up in muted brown and beige shades that keep the focus on the greenery outside. All the condos are decorated smartly enough, if not glamorously, and the beds are comfortable.  Owners at Silverado are not required to rent out units through the resort (Airbnb and VRBO list some), but the ones of the 340 that do are held to standards of quality and consistency. It’s recommended to choose these.

A small world all its own, this adults-only maze of accommodations and four swimming pools makes you feel deliciously sequestered from Key West's crasser side but keeps you close enough to get there on foot. The "basic" rooms are in an old cigar factory, and each has its own unique decor (and street noise). There's also a restored shotgun house, cottages, and a town house. An over-the-top continental breakfast is served on the brick-paved courtyard.

An affordable option in downtown Sitka, the renovated Sitka Hotel offers clean, spacious rooms, friendly staff, and a central base from which to explore Sitka's many treasures. A restaurant on the ground floor, Mangiare, serves Italian food in the evenings.  

Each room in this family-friendly downtown Victorian inn (once a not-so-family-friendly bordello) is named after a different gold-rush gal. The creaky building, one of Skagway's oldest, was built in 1897 and has been lovingly restored. The small rooms have no televisions and share a Victorian motif, with period antiques and cast-iron beds. A big homemade breakfast is served downstairs each morning in Olivia's Bistro.

Opened as a stop along the stagecoach route back in the 1880s, this property was turned into the state's first ski lodge in the 1940s by skiing pioneers Max and Edna Dercum. The rooms in this charming log cabin have been given quaint names like "Edna's Eyrie." Recently renovated rooms include some two-bedroom suites and feature light and bright decor with neutral bedding, vintage skis on the walls in some rooms, and wood trim that keeps the cabin feel. In winter you can relax in the sitting room in front of a wood-burning fireplace. In summer, retreat to the patio for a view of the surrounding mountains. A delicious breakfast is included in the room rate.

Billed as the grande dame of Oklahoma hotels, the Skirvin has had more than a century of practice to earn top billing with business and leisure travelers alike. A massive lobby flanked with enormous red theater curtains and complemented by a red piano create a fitting prelude to the lodging experience at this downtown property. Meticulously restored in 2007 with contemporary elements like reconfigured guest rooms and new elevators, the hotel's architects have preserved historical elements like crown moldings and ceiling tiles. There's an on-site restaurant, and the lounge has live music Tuesday through Saturday.

Situated just a few feet from the Colorado Convention Center in the building that once housed the Emily Griffith Opportunity School, the Slate pays homage to the technical college's history through decor and name references that are classy and avoid cheesiness. Vintage photos of the original rooms and classes complement the prep school atmosphere, with its plaid upholstered chairs, navy-and-gray color scheme, and tiled stairwells. Rooms are quiet and offer walk-in rain-forest showers, blackout curtains, and minifridges. The on-site Teacher's Lounge Food + Drink serves three meals daily with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients (the Colorado lamb hand pies are delicious), and the spacious bar is a nice spot for a cocktail.

Calm, comfort, and charm await at this adults-only escape where you will find picturesque mountain, harbor, or ocean views from Cape Cod--chic rooms. Each room in this small, six-room inn is uniquely decorated and all feature comfortable king size beds and deep-soak jetted bathtubs. Friendly and attentive staff prepare a continental breakfast in the morning and display wine and hors d'oeuvres each evening. 

Located near Beverly Hills and across the street from the Beverly Center, this elegant French hotel is known for its specialized services to guests and first-class amenities. They have a new specialized in-room "All-Be-Well" wellness program with nature-based restorative experiences, and a complimentary VIP pet package. Pets are welcome and can stay for free, no matter the size or weight. Special amenities for VIP guest pets include a luxury orthopedic dog pad and a discounted grooming session at a nearby pet salon. Breakfast and dinner are available at the ground floor and garden patio of Esterel Restaurant. The hotel has an outdoor heated pool and fitness center.

This luxury hotel has more of a hip feeling than some of its stuffier Federal-style neighbors. The simplicity of Shaker quilts inspired the lobby floor, done in seven types of granite and marble. Shades of soft brown, gold, and green hues give the rooms a warm, tranquil feel. Rooms have large desks, flat-screen televisions, and spacious bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers and oversize tubs. The hotel's gym is open 24 hours. Liberté Lounge serves French-inspired food in a chic, European setting, while Chez Colette, the hotel's breakfast restaurant, pays homage to the famous writer.

Rooms at Soho House range from cozy (300 square feet) to big+ (600 square feet), and each space is uniquely furnished and decorated; local designers and artists were tapped for the decor. Complimentary Wi-Fi, homemade biscuits, coffee and tea, and use of the lounge and bar area are included with the rooms, but access to the private screening room, pool and patio, restaurant, gym, and other amenities are for members only.

A landmark Tudor-style building in a quiet spot outside of town offers a peaceful retreat with a hip, lounge vibe. It's bungalow-like rooms are small but well-appointed with a beachy feel, and there are also cabana suites. Bamboo walkways lead to a large, heated pool surrounded by oversized sunbeds, and when a DJ is not spinning tunes poolside, there's always chill reggae or loungy music setting the tone. Grab a drink or a bite to eat at the poolside lounge or on-site restaurant. Their summer concert series attracts big names like Maxi Priest.

Intended to satisfy the needs of business travelers, there aren't many frills at this four-story hotel, though a lap pool and Jacuzzi await in the landscaped courtyard. Rooms are efficient, with clean duvets and ample space for work. A small café serves breakfast, but why stay in when you could walk to an excellent meal nearby?

Directly adjacent to the Gainey Village development, with boutique shopping, upscale dining, and a spa, this hotel is a rare find for both amenities and price. Floor plans vary from studios to two-bedroom suites that sleep eight, all with fully equipped kitchens and flat-panel wide-screen TVs. 

Its quiet location and very helpful staff make this spacious hotel near the airport one of Fairbanks's best. It has comfy furniture, rich upholstery, and Alaskan artwork throughout. If you don't feel like dining out, these suites include full kitchens and are a short walk from two large grocery stores. Or just head to Zach's, the hotel restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner; menu items incorporate ingredients grown in the hotel's flower-filled on-site gardens.

The pretty spaces at this glass-and-steel RiNo hotel are decorated with Japanese and Scandinavian accents with an industrial-chic flair. Polished concrete floors, birchwood wall panels, and groovy Muuto furniture combine for a streamlined, austere aesthetic. Some rooms have freestanding Japanese tubs or garage-style windows that roll up, while rooftop cold plunge and hot plunge pools provide hot and cold soaking. The upper-floor fitness center has its own terrace for post-workout views. The foundation of the Source comprises two market halls with a plethora of food and arty shopping choices, including the Middle Eastern small-plates restaurant Safta and casual rooftop eatery the Woods, the latter of which serves the same New Belgium beer that is brewed and barrel-aged on-site (a glass is offered as an amenity for arriving guests).