5218 Best Hotels in USA

One of the few lodging options in Oak Glen, this bed-and-breakfast in a historic stone home features mountain views, 1920s decor, and plenty of charm. If you book the entire house, you have kitchen access; single-room stays include a hot breakfast in the formal dining room; and all bookings have access to the living room, game room, wet bar, and gardens. Rooms (two of which share a bathroom) have antique touches like four-poster beds, crystal doorknobs, and creaky floorboards. The sprawling grounds include a fenced-in yard, a firepit, a barbecue area, and lawn games.

Set on 407 pastoral acres, the former estate of the Crocker banking family has been converted to a luxurious inn. The oak-paneled main chateau holds eight elegantly furnished rooms and suites, and a dining room for guests (nonguests can also dine here by reservation). The property's "cottages" are equally opulent, each with its own luxurious identity. The Hermes House, for instance, has four fireplaces and a 27-foot-high living-room ceiling. Fresh flowers, afternoon tea, and evening champagne are offered daily.

Built in 1928, this restored hotel in historic downtown combines old-world charm with modern amenities. The charming lobby has a fireplace, but the rooms are definitely contemporary Colonial in style. With more than 100 rooms, the hotel also has an indoor pool, fitness center, business center, lounge, restaurant, and conference facilities. The historic past is reflected in the lobby's period decor.

In a forest setting a mile from the Nisqually entrance of Mt. Rainier National Park, Stormking features four luxury cabins for adults; all are shaped like yurts and have cozy gas fireplaces, hot tubs, private outdoor seating areas, and natural finishes of wood and stone. The on-site spa offers massage and treatments for individuals and couples.

Still the hottest spot in town, this Western grande dame opened for business in 1887 and has been visited by Butch Cassidy, Louis L'Amour (he wrote many of the Sackett novels here), Francis Ford Coppola, John Kennedy, and Marilyn Monroe (the latter two stayed here at separate times). The individually decorated rooms are exquisite—no surprise, as the hotel owns the country's largest collection of American Victorian antiques. The on-site Mahogany Grill serves breakfast and dinner; the Diamond Belle Saloon features live ragtime music; and the Office Spiritorium offers an escape for drinks and conversation.

Although this upscale inn surrounded by neatly manicured gardens dates to 1789, it has a decidedly current vibe, from its sumptuous rooms with such modern perks as whirlpool tubs, gas fireplaces, and Bose sound systems, to the superb prix-fixe restaurant serving sublime contemporary American fare. Although popular year-round, this is an especially enjoyable roost in summer and fall, when you can relax around the outdoor pool and waterfall. The prix-fixe meals feature seasonal, often locally sourced ingredients.

This small, centrally located property offers tastefully appointed suites with kitchens and work spaces, private baths, washers and dryers, and Internet. Choose one- or two-bedroom suites, and ask for long-term pricing if settling in for an extended stay.

Easygoing hospitality, vineyard-view rooms, and elaborate breakfasts make this inn a mile west of U.S. 101 worth seeking out. Associated with SummerWood Winery, which specializes in Rhône and Bordeaux blends, the inn was completely remodeled in 2013 in a contemporary country French–inspired style. The overall effect is upscale but casual. All rooms have gas or electric fireplaces and balconies or decks with vineyard or garden views; some have vaulted ceilings.

Near the heart of downtown Moab, this historic inn is one of the most charming B&Bs in the region, with elegant rooms surrounded by lawns, gardens, and wondrous shade (a real treat in sunny Moab). Owner Emily Niehaus, a former Moab mayor, calls this "profit for purpose," as the inn supports Heron School, which serves academically gifted children with learning disabilities. Expect great service and lots of little touches, including rooms with carefully chosen antiques and coffee stations. Every morning, each guestroom receives a "breakfast basket" assembled just for them, with their choice from an array of home-baked pastries and other treats, to go along with the hot dish served in dining room. In the afternoon, make sure to grab a freshly baked cookie. As you cool off in the inn's outdoor pool or soak in its hot tub, you'll find it hard believe you're not out in the country. 

The views are superb and the hospitality gracious at this lakeside lodge 3 miles south of Tahoe City, where locally crafted furnishings decorate the guest rooms. Some rooms also have river-rock fireplaces, wet bars, or pullout sofas. Families favor the lodge for its proximity to water sports and hiking (there's an adjacent marina). The lively restaurant emphasizes beef and seafood but also serves fish tacos, burgers, and lighter comfort food. Be forewarned: this is not a quiet place on summer weekends, when the bar and sprawling outdoor deck get packed with boaters and bacchanalian revelers.

This luxurious private island retreat with its own sandy beach feels completely cut off from the world, yet you're just minutes away from the action: a 10-minute ride from Mallory Square on the 24-hour free ferry. On idyllic, 27-acre Sunset Key you'll find swaying palms, flowering gardens, and a delicious sense of privacy. The comforts are first-class at the cluster of one- to four-bedroom cottages at the water's edge, some with garden or ocean views. Baked goods, freshly squeezed juice, fresh fruit, and a newspaper are delivered each morning. Each of the accommodations has a kitchen, and the resort offers a grocery shopping service (for a fee, of course). The spacious four-bedroom cottages also feature private plunge pools and washers/dryers.

Located on an exquisite stretch of beach with picturesque thundering waves, this is a luxury getaway for those seeking surf, sand, and sun. The new refresh in all the guest rooms and suites includes tranquil coastal colors, private glass balconies for even better ocean views, and plush beds within earshot of the calming sea The fully refreshed spa offers wellness massages and facials. Dine at the on-site Splashes Restaurant and Bar for endless ocean views and top-notch seasonal California fresh cuisine; start with a beverage at sunset on the outdoor deck before enjoying their signature lobster bisque, freshly shucked oysters, grilled seafood, and petite filet steaks. The inviting pool, whirlpool and deck area offers ocean views, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable about local events. 

Plants, knickknacks, bright colors, and plenty of sunlight make this beautiful Mediterranean-style home a welcoming place to stay. Multicourse breakfasts might include overstuffed burritos or a marinated fruit compote. There are two suites and two rooms, including a former chauffeur's quarters that has a skylight and private rooftop patio.

On the bank of the Susitna River and an easy half-mile walk from downtown Talkeetna, this year-round lodge is idyllic. All four of the two-story cabins have gorgeous river views, and three of the cabins face Denali. Gazebos and firepits are set between every other cabin and in front of the lodge, which holds four suites. One of the suites is handicap accessible and has a private entrance onto the deck. The cabins all have kitchenettes and coffee makers; small TVs and DVDs can be checked out at the office.

If famed director Wes Anderson built a wilderness lodge, it’d probably look something like this whimsically updated lakeside retreat in the Deschutes National Forest, where the vintage-summer-camp vibes come with the finest craft cocktails you’ll find between here and Portland. The understated lodge rooms have an Ace Hotel-inspired decor and come stocked with soaps made with pine gathered from around the lake. Guests can rent stand-up paddleboards, canoes, kayaks, and rowboats in the summer and snowshoes in the winter.

Sitting high atop the Cataloochee Divide on 250 wooded acres bordering the national park, the Swag is a luxurious escape that's truly away-from-it-all. You can hike from the grounds to nearby Hemphill Bald, one of the most stunning vistas in the Smokies, or relax in the spa or at the pool, which has views across the mountains. The gourmet meals here are social events, with an option of family-style or individual seating. 

The 1814 Georgian mansion channels a classic New England style into three buildings on 4 acres of lawns and gardens. The largest and most luxurious rooms are in the carriage house, which include king-size beds, fireplaces, and jetted tubs, not to mention a steam room and sauna on the lower level; rooms in the gatehouse cost less but sometimes suffer from street noise.

Built circa 1890 of native cypress and handmade bricks, some rooms in the Acadian-style "Little Brother's House" are furnished with French and Louisiana antiques while others are more modern. Additional accommodations are in an Acadian-style cottage behind the main house. You are welcomed to this charming home with a complimentary "T'julep" and "Cajun canapés," which are hors d'oeuvres made with boudin. The Cajun breakfast combines regional ingredients with traditional southern cuisine. The friendly owners are available to help guests with tour bookings.

On the edge of the John Muir Wilderness Area, where cross-country ski trails lace the woods, this 1924 lodge looks like something out of a snow globe. The lake it borders is serenely beautiful, and during warm months fishing, canoeing, hiking, and mountain biking can be had right outside. For more privacy, opt for one of the cabins, which range from rustic to downright cushy—many have kitchens and fireplaces or wood-burning stoves. The softly lit Lakefront Restaurant (reservations encouraged) serves outstanding seasonal cuisine.

A sole, beautifully decorated cabin nestled in the woods across from Kenai Lake, Teddy's is surrounded by mountains and hiking trails. The cabin sleeps up to four comfortably. The grounds are superbly manicured and convey a sense of a magical forest. The inn is 6 miles from Moose Pass and 23 miles from Seward.

Devotees appreciate the authentic onsen (Japanese-style baths) atmosphere of this award-winning 20-acre Japanese-inspired spa and boutique resort in the picturesque foothills a few miles northeast of town. The 14 light and airy hillside cottages are settled down a piñon-covered hill below the first-rate spa, which is tremendously popular with day visitors. The sleek, uncluttered accommodations have marble or stone wood-burning fireplaces, fine woodwork, high speed Wi-Fi, low-slung beds or futons, and courtyards or patios; two come with full kitchens, but breakfast is included in the rates. The facility has private and communal indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and overnight guests can use the communal tubs for free. The treatment rooms have a zen-like vibe, and the wonderful massages or specialized wellness treatments heal sore muscles after a day hiking or skiing in the surrounding mountains. The hip izakaya-style restaurant, Izanami, serves exceptional Japanese fare.

A stay at one of the region's largest hotels puts you amid the wilderness with all the creature comforts—from the striking lobby lounge, with its high windows and sturdy beams, to the ample lodge rooms where baths have granite countertops and brushed-bronze fixtures. An additional 19 buildings hold 53 cottage rooms with outdoor seating areas and gas fireplaces, and there are 50 deluxe, custom-built, creekside cabins as well. The resort restaurants offer everything from continental cuisine to burgers, pizzas, and pastas.

Comprising six airy, high-ceilinged modern cabins with stylish kitchenettes, indoor-outdoor geothermal soaking tubs, and expansive decks, this 100-acre woodland hideaway is ideal for a restorative retreat in nature—within moments of your arrival, you'll probably notice your blood pressure abating. This a cabin-rental complex rather than a hotel per se, as there's no lobby or common facilities, but that also means you'll enjoy total privacy throughout your stay. Downtown Stevenson is a 10-minute drive, and there's plenty of great hiking nearby. 

Kampgrounds of America transformed a traditional Bar Harbor campground into its first glampground; the 64 wood and canvas tents have wood floors, beds, porches, and in most cases roomy indoor baths and armchairs. Anchoring its 45 acres is a striking lodge with a soaring sloped wood ceiling, towering stone fireplaces, decks, chic chairs and couches, and a restaurant kitchen that serves the courtesy breakfast and draws folks later for, say, espresso or beer and flatbread. Tents sleep two or five, and some have bunk beds; premium ones have outdoor and indoor showers. Loaded with hardwoods, Terramor is awash in color come fall.

Award-winning for its architecture, this centrally located luxury boutique hotel is one of the best spots to stay in the city, as it affords guests the ability to explore, shop, and dine their way through the entire Gulch neighborhood on foot. A coffee shop (Killebrew Coffee) and an upscale seafood restaurant (Marsh House) are on the first floor, but the trendy rooftop bar known as the L.A. Jackson is where this hotel really shines. 

This romantic 1780s tavern feels authentically Colonial, from the wide-plank paneling to the low ceilings, but it's comfortable and intimate guest rooms are appointed with historic and modern furnishings, including heavenly feather beds. Most have fireplaces and mountain views, and a few have private decks.

Surrounded by manicured grounds overlooking Carter Creek, the Tides Inn, here since 1947, is sandwiched between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers. The resort offers all of the modern amenities travelers have come to expect, and features a wide variety of on-site recreational activities. Many of the rooms and suites, which are luxuriously decorated in a British Colonial style, have spectacular water views. The Golden Eagle Golf course is challenging; the par-3 course less so. Wildlife here is of note: ponds are well stocked with fish, and bird-watchers should take their binoculars. There's also a sailing school for all ages and experience levels; you can also jet ski on the Rappahannock River, or take in the Irvington scenery and wildlife on the Carter's Creek cruise.

This welcoming, third-generation family-owned motel is the only lodging option on the water and near the ferry dock. It was built on a bridge overlooking the harbor, and all rooms have wonderful views. All but three of the rooms have private decks. If you want a real treat, get up early enough to watch the lobster boats leave around 5 am. You'll find great personal service here—Sarah, the owner, is happy to help guests make the most of their visit. The property has kayaks, canoes, and SUPs available for rent, and you can catch a ride to good spots for paddling, picnicking, and swimming. Sarah can also arrange boat rides—around the harbor, out on a lobster boat, or an excursion to see puffins—as well as dinner reservations. Continental breakfast is included; a full lobster dinner is served once a week ($50) on the patio.

This remote, waterfront lodge in Wood-Tikchik State Park caters to anyone seeking great fishing accompanied by comfortable housing and delicious gourmet-style meals. All-inclusive packages start at $12,000 and include guided fishing trips to some of the best fishing spots in the world. The lodge is owned by Bud Hodson, a guide in the region for decades, who also rents kayaks and rafts, and provides an air-taxi service into the park's more remote and remarkable places. Vacation packages are also available for families.

Restored well beyond its original splendor, this resort anchored to a craggy oceanfront cliff is by far the Sonoma Coast's coolest getaway. The vibe here is country swank, with grand redwood-and-stone public spaces and enough activities—Ping-Pong, billiards, firepits—to keep restless city slickers occupied. But with 25 acres, 2-plus miles of trails, and the nearby coastal coves and beaches, blissing out on the natural setting is equally possible. Not surprisingly, the Coast Kitchen restaurant emphasizes Pacific seafood. The rooms, some with ocean views, others with forest ones, and most with gas fireplaces, contain playful echoes of this property's hippie past but deliver contemporary casual luxury. They’re furnished with all the mod cons and a few retro ones like Pendleton blankets and vinyl record players.