5218 Best Hotels in USA

Formerly the Best Western Sunset Inn, the property still has a heated indoor pool with an adjacent outdoor deck, but the building itself is under renovation. Still, rooms are spacious and furnished in the Adirondack style, with knotty-wood paneling and hunter-green and wine-red quilts.

The lodge, 5 mi south of Lake Placid, was built in 1927 on the shore of Heart Lake. It's run by the nonprofit Adirondack Mountain Club, which also runs the High Peaks Information Center here. The lodge has private rooms, family bunk rooms that sleep four to six, and a coed sleeping area with 18 beds. The main room has a stone fireplace, and the dining room serves homemade breads and soups. You may also order trail lunches here. There's a small beach on the property, and trailheads are steps away. The lodge has canoes and kayaks, and snowshoe and cross-country-ski rentals are available at the information center. Also on the grounds are two cabins, three canvas cabins, 36 campsites, and 36 lean-tos. A Modified American Plan for dining is available to lodge guests staying for three or five nights.

The restful retreat in the heart of Newport's bustling waterfront district was once a convent in a different location—the tidy 1854 Victorian building was dismantled in 1986 and rebuilt to its original size and style in its current location. The inn's namesake commanded the HMS Beagle, whose most famous passenger was Charles Darwin, and antiques adorn the rooms, which have either an antique brass or hand-carved wood bed frame; all guests have access to the rooftop deck with a view of the harbor; two have semiprivate decks and hot tubs.

In the historic, residential Sam Hughes neighborhood, this well-maintained inn just east of the university is within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. The comfortable rooms in this 1933 adobe home vary in size and amenities. Some have beehive fireplaces and stained-glass windows, two have kitchenettes, and one is an upstairs suite with its own balcony. Breakfast dishes like Southwestern soufflés or blueberry pancakes, always served with fruit and muffins or scones, are enjoyed in a dining room overlooking the bougainvillea-draped pool area.

All the rooms at this inn south of Sedona have either wood-burning or gas fireplaces, and some of them also have Jacuzzi tubs and balconies that look out onto the red rocks. The four spacious villas each have separate entrances and a fireplace that opens into both the sitting area and the bathroom, which is outfitted with a two-person Jacuzzi tub. 

Beer baron Adolphus Busch created this Beaux-Arts building in Downtown Dallas in 1912, sparing nothing in the way of ornamentation. In the gracious lobby, rich fabrics, dark woods, elaborate floral arrangements, and intimate seating areas belie the hustle of the streets just outside. The romantic European-style rooms, filled with unique floral prints and Queen Anne–style furniture, have modern amenities. A courtesy van takes guests to Downtown and Uptown sites and NorthPark Mall. Book early to stay at the hotel during the annual Neiman Marcus Adolphus Children's Parade, which marches in front of hotel the first Saturday in December.

A basic two-story motel with a touch of style, this Ascend Collection property less than a block from the UC Davis campus has nine spacious cottages (the best choice) that families often book. Guest rooms are done in muted tones, though candy-apple-red accents brighten things up. Each room has a flat-screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker. A few suites have whirlpool tubs.

This resort feels like a small-scale Sin City, thanks to a lobby-level casino, a 2,101-seat concert venue that welcomes household names, a cigar lounge, eight eateries (including a sports bar and a decadent steak house dishing up 32-ounce bone-in tomahawks), clubs and bars, a pool with cabanas, and a lavish spa. As in Las Vegas, though, once you ascend the 16-story tower to your spacious sleeping quarters—appointed with dark woods and classic beige color schemes—the cacophony below melts away. Niches hold original art, wall-to-wall windows frame mountain views and sandy expanses, beds are pillowtop, and marble bathrooms have oversize sunken tubs. 

Within walking distance of downtown, this retro-inspired member of Best Western's stylish Aiden boutique hotel brand is a great value with an attractive pool, hot tub, and sun deck, and rates include a full breakfast buffet and free bike rentals.

Within a mile of campus and the heart of downtown, the Aiden celebrates the culture of Berkeley with wall art showcasing the campus life and spirit the town is known for. Tech-savvy rooms include large TVs and impressive desk setups for remote workers. Even the smallest rooms feel pretty spacious with floor to ceiling windows, and all rooms have refrigerators. The hotel is two blocks from the North Berkeley BART station. While there is no pool or fitness center, active guests can enjoy the free bikes and yoga mats.

Bird and wildlife watchers can get a singular experience at St. George's only hotel, a small, rustic building with a dark-wood interior and a mix of modern and vintage furniture. The government built the place in 1930 to house visiting officials and transient workers, and it's now a National Historic Landmark. It can accommodate up to 18 guests in 10 sparsely furnished rooms with shared bathrooms. There is also a communal kitchen and living space. Guests should bring food to cook in the communal kitchen because there are no restaurants on the island and only one small store with limited hours. The hotel is run by the St. George Tanaq Corporation.

Though steps away from the popular park and surrounding shopping, this former apartment building operates in a below-the-radar fashion favored by visiting actors and athletes; the property offers homey studios and one- and two-bedroom suites that have lots of closet space and full kitchens with dishes, glassware, and large stainless-steel refrigerators. Elegant marble-filled bathrooms feature large glass-enclosed showers. The hotel's restaurant, a.kitchen, offers European-inspired small plates in a refreshingly down-home bistro atmosphere that looks out on 18th Street; the adjoining a.bar, which faces out to Walnut Street, is one of Rittenhouse's best places for well-made cocktails and people-watching.

This property, with apartment-style rooms, is a mix of long- and short-term stays with great views of the city. The impressive amenities, all of which are on the 28th floor, include an outdoor lounge and garden, private in-house cinema with fully automated leather seating, a 3D indoor golf simulator, an indoor infinity pool, and high-tech business and fitness centers. The ground-floor Walnut Street Café is a solid option, especially for breakfast, when you don't want to travel far.

The brainchild of former Essence editor Monique Greenwood, this 1890s town house turned guesthouse—one of three inns Greenwood has opened—celebrates the richness of African American literature. Each of the rooms is named and decorated in the spirit of one of the genre's greats, like Zora Neale Hurston, Toni Morrison, or Walter Mosley. Decor is unfussy and sophisticated, with conveniences like cable TV and Wi-Fi offered in every room. Two rooms have Jacuzzis.

Akwaaba is a collective of five mid-Atlantic bed-and-breakfasts founded by Monique Greenwood, the former editor-in-chief of Essence, and her husband, Glenn Pogue; Philadelphia’s outpost occupies a circa-1880s porched residence on a leafy residential block just north of the main University City drag. The residence’s six rooms and suites—each with its own kitchenette, private bath, and modern amenities—are themed to honor Philly music history and feature historical decorative touches. Hearty breakfasts include dishes like challah French toast and shrimp and grits. If spending the weekend, consider booking a seat at their popular High Tea.

A decent value in a pricey hotel market, location is the hallmark of this property, which is connected to Oahu's largest mall, the Ala Moana Center, by a pedestrian ramp and is just a 10-minute walk from Waikiki, a two-minute stroll from Ala Moana Regional Park, and a block from the convention center. The condo-style rooms resemble small, comfortable apartments, with microwave ovens, mini-refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and lanai with outdoor seating. One-bedroom suites have kitchenettes. The lobby, pool deck, restaurants, exterior, and Waikiki Tower rooms have been refreshed recently. There's a fitness center with a sauna and steam room. The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood, on the 36th floor, has some of the best views of Honolulu in the city. The first floor houses the gastropub Pint + Jigger, with an extensive drink menu and distinctive bar food.

This B&B on the grounds of an old banana plantation past Oheo Gulch (about a 40-minute drive southwest from Hana town) is a simple, back-to-nature kind of spot that is "off the grid." Banana trees still populate the property, alongside mango, papaya, coconut, and avocado trees. There's also a Balinese garden, complete with a lotus-shaped pond. The single room has a private lanai with an outdoor kitchenette, shower, and tub (there's a regular shower in the room as well), and astonishing views of the coastline. Sam and Mercury, a mother-daughter team, live on-site in the main house and are available to give tips and advice about exploring the area. Note that the owners prefer not to host children.

A 1925 building that's on the National Register of Historic Places, this hotel has rooms with lime green walls and retro, 1960s furniture and an art deco lobby. The Aladdin caters both to value-driven, family-oriented guests and appeals to those looking for something a little unusual.

Near Ketchikan and Juneau, the park system has a small number of cabins for which reservations can be made up to six months in advance. Sleeping capacity ranges from 4 to 10 people.

Three public-use cabins are within Kachemak Bay's Halibut Cove lagoon area, another (called Sea Star) is near Tutka Bay lagoon, and a fifth is at China Poot Lake. All but the lakeside cabin are accessible by boat; China Poot can be reached only on foot from the boat landing on the beach or by floatplane to the lake. The cabin furnishings are sparse, but include wooden bunks and sleeping platforms, a table, and chairs; there's no running water or electricity. Four of the five cabins sleep up to six people (the other, the Overlook cabin at Halibut Cove, sleeps eight), and all can be reserved up to six months in advance. There are also yurts in the parks available through   alaskanyurtrentals.com.

Four public-use cabins are in Denali State Park, along the shores of Byers Lake. One cabin is on a gravel road, a mile from the highway, and the other three are accessible by canoe or by a half- to 1-mile trail. Cabins are equipped with bunks that sleep six, a wood stove, a table, and benches. You can reserve up to seven months in advance online.

Two miles outside Palmer on 15 acres of wooded land, the Hand family's peaceful inn has tremendous views of snowcapped mountains from across a sheep pasture. There are walking trails on the property, and moose are often seen grazing along them. All rooms have a kitchenette that is fully stocked with breakfast foods.

On a scenic stretch of Highway 39 in Ogden Canyon, between Ogden and Pineview Reservoirs, this rustic but upscale riverside lodge with cabins is perfect for a quiet getaway that's not too far from civilization, yet offers easy access to hiking, boating, and Ogden Valley skiing. Relax with a stroll in the garden, or soak up the sun on the terrace or deck. Accommodations come in a range of styles, from more compact standard rooms in the main lodge to romantic cabins with custom-built log furniture and jetted soaking tubs. 

The five modern cabins here each offer a million-dollar view from a hilltop on the west side of Homer. Each cabin contains two queen beds, a kitchenette, full bathrooms, and a gas barbecue grill on the deck. Every cabin is also equipped with a 42-inch flat-screen TV with DVD, satellite connections, and surround sound. Guests can soak in a large hot tub with Kachemak Bay, mountains, glaciers, and three volcanoes as the backdrop.

This 1909 Greek Revival home in the upscale Grove Park residential area was home to Hungarian composer Béla Bartók when he wrote his famous "The Asheville Concerto." You can stay in his room on the third floor, although other rooms with private balconies overlooking lovely gardens or working fireplaces may appeal more to modern Romeos and Juliets.

Antiques are scattered throughout this handsome 1892 Queen Anne Victorian, which has stained-glass windows and other original features. You can warm up by the fireplace in the parlor—which is slightly formal but inviting—or help yourself to a snack in the kitchen. The guest rooms have down comforters and furnishings that evoke a time gone by without exaggeration. The master suite—with its king-size bed and feather bed, double whirlpool tub, and gas fireplace—is billed as honeymoon central. Behind the inn is a carriage house (formerly a horse stable) with five suites with cathedral ceilings, skylights, double whirlpool tubs, gas fireplaces, and garden views. The inn also has two sister properties—the Mountain Streams Cottage, with two suites and one room, and the Farmhouse, with three apartments—in Windham. A bountiful breakfast is included.

At the crossroads of the Uptown Design District and the Movie Colony neighborhood, Alcazar, with its ample, modern, blazing-white guest rooms that wrap around a sparkling pool, does hip, simple, and comfortable well—and at a more affordable price point than most of its competitors. Many rooms have private patios, fireplaces, and large soakers. Basic needs are met and then some, thanks to a heated saltwater pool, soft Italian linens, free morning coffee and pastries, a hot tub, two restaurants, and a small business center. 

Each of the stylish rooms in this urbane inn occupying a converted Victorian redbrick brewery on the historic riverfront has plenty of handy amenities, such as wine glasses with corkscrews and plush robes, and the modern bathrooms have handsome Italian tilework.

The well-maintained rooms at this small hotel have an art deco feel, while location puts you close to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Avenue of the Arts, and most downtown attractions. Though open to everyone, it welcomes a largely LGBTQ clientele, thanks to its prime location in the city’s “Gayborhood.” Some rooms facing northwest have good views of the bustling 12th and Spruce Street intersection. The hotel has a discounted parking arrangement with a nearby garage—a steal in this neighborhood.

The mirror-calm Alexander Lake reflects towering pine trees that also overlook the majority of this resort's cozy cabins, which are designed for tranquility and hold as many as 12 people. Still, there's plenty of room for fishing, horseback riding, boating, or snowmobiling. Updated cabins have modern, comfortable beds and kitchens of varying sizes. The lodge now offers a handful of hotel rooms as well. A hot breakfast is included, served at the lodge, which also serves lunch and dinner daily, with many specialties from the owners' native Poland.