1951 Best Hotels in USA

The playful, pink-neon bunny sign outside this motel has been a local landmark since 1952, making it an unofficial gateway to Steamboat Springs. The location is ideal if you're visiting the springs (across the street); the ski area (the bus stops outside); and downtown shops, bars, and restaurants. All rooms are standard motel style, although there's new carpeting and updated decor, along with EV charging stations. Most have balconies with views of the Yampa River, and there's a free shuttle to the slopes. Continental breakfast is included.

In downtown Corning, this hotel is steps from Market Street, the Rockwell Museum, and the Corning Museum of Glass. Rooms have such traditional furnishings as dark-wood desks and big leather chairs, many have king-size beds, and some have bathrooms with granite countertops and brushed-steel fixtures. Guests share a 10-person hot tub outside.

Enjoying the city's best harbor views, this hotel within a circular-tower building is connected to Duluth's climate-controlled skywalk. Rooms are decorated with calming sage-green and ivory hues, and those in the tower have stunning views of Lake Superior's shoreline or the Duluth skyline. Topping the tower is Duluth's only revolving eatery, J. J. Astor, with a menu of classic American dishes. A cozy vibe prevails at Bowery Bros. Pub, offering pub fare.

Nicely tucked away in a residential area at the ocean's edge, this family-owned hotel draws returning guests who'd rather fish off the dock and grill up dinner than loll around on Egyptian-cotton sheets. Even those who turn their noses up at the plastic deck furniture and pine paneling admit that the place has a million-dollar setting, with fabulous ocean views. There's no beach, but you can bike across the street to Founders Park, where you'll find one with water toys for rent. Some declare the rooms plain-Jane, but they're clean and spacious, and the bathrooms have been nicely updated. A sandy area is perfect for kids to play in while waiting for manatees to make an appearance at the marina. Ground-floor units have screened porches; upper units have large decks, a number of windows, and beam ceilings.

At this cliff-top resort—the only inn and restaurant for miles around—glass walls in most rooms open to awesome ocean views. Though not especially luxurious, some rooms have spa tubs, kitchenettes, and fireplaces. The restaurant is a good place for well-made American fare (sandwiches, salads, pastas, and main courses) before or after the winding Highway 1 drive. Even if you're just passing by, stop to stretch your legs on the 14 acres of lush gardens above the sea.

While not a fancy place, this hidden oasis has many perks that merit a stay, including a convenient location between the airport/UCSB and downtown; lush gardens around a lagoon with ducks, turtles, and koi; a solar-heated outdoor pool and hot tub; a fitness center; free parking and Wi-Fi; and relatively affordable rates for the region. This is a particularly good choice for families and is close to many restaurants and services.

This full-service hotel, off I–25, has everything under one roof, from dining options to business services. Muted blues, greens, and mauves decorate the large, contemporary rooms, some of which have whirlpool tubs.

The Ramsey Canyon Preserve is an internationally renowned bird haven, and the neighboring Ramsey Canyon Inn is a bird-watcher's delight. Antique furnishings and original watercolors of hummingbirds adorn the rooms in the inn and those in the well-equipped, creekside apartment suites (unlike the main inn, kids are welcome here, but breakfast isn't included). The innkeepers serve a rotating menu of breakfast treats, such as French toast stuffed with cream cheese and nuts, each morning, as well as homemade pie in the afternoon. Reserve rooms in advance during the busy spring season.

Set on 250 eucalyptus-shaded acres near the Mexican border and Buenos Aires Wildlife Refuge, this tranquil late-19th-century ranch with adobe buildings offers guests plenty of activities like horseback riding, hiking, biking, and archery. The comfortable rooms, named for the dignitaries and celebrities who have stayed here over the years, have modern comforts, wood-burning fireplaces, and porches with Adirondack chairs. Rates include all meals and activities or, if you choose, just lodging and breakfast (with the option to add meals or activities for an additional fee).

This B&B is made up of two historic 1800s mansions on Esplanade Avenue, both minutes from the French Quarter, but peaceful enough to feel much farther away. The fair price makes it even more appealing, as does the front porch overlooking the street and the quiet backyard with a pool and Jacuzzi. The decor is somewhat quirky and a bit worn.

This simple but clean family motel has wonderful views of the Madison Range and is within walking distance of downtown shops and galleries. There's a cozy fireplace in the lobby.

In this delightful cottage in the heart of downtown, you can relax on a veranda overlooking the Alabama River plain and the state capitol. Rooms have ceiling fans and lovely antiques. The sitting room with a fireplace and the library are good places to relax, as is the long, wide porch furnished with rocking chairs.

Built in 1728 of local fieldstone, Mr. Chinn's Ordinary (tavern) was sited on the vast estate of Thomas, sixth Lord Fairfax. George Washington visited the popular tavern in 1748. During the Civil War the inn served as a headquarters and hospital for Confederates. Today it is on the National Register of Historic Places. Guest rooms are spread across four buildings, the Red Fox (where the tavern and restaurant are also located), the Stray Fox, the 12 East Building, and the Middleburg House. Bedside cookies, bathrobes, and romantic four-poster beds are extras that make for a special stay. The restaurant is one of the most popular places to dine in Middleburg.

This restored saloon and bordello from 1897 now houses a small, antiques-filled B&B. Guest rooms are on the second floor; ask for the "Best Gal's Room," which has its own sitting room overlooking the train tracks, forest, and mountains. All four rooms (one is interior, with skylights) are quiet, as the only train traffic is the Grand Canyon Railway. Even if you don't stay here, the fresh pastries served in the first-floor coffee shop are worth a stop.

The beige-and-red rooms in this four-story hotel on the Columbia River have balconies and excellent views of the river and Vancouver, Washington. The big-box retail and chain restaurants of Jantzen Beach are nearby, and the airport is fairly close (there's a free shuttle to the terminal) but the location is otherwise not especially convenient or interesting.

Convenient to the action without being smack in the middle of it, the bohemian-chic Redbury is a stylish hotel with three Roman-inspired dining venues by acclaimed restaurateur Danny Meyer, including the pizzeria Marta (reserve ahead) and wine bar Vini e Fritti. Guest rooms are cozy, with whimsically colorful decor.

This collection of more than 125 homes in the Wawona area is a great alternative to the overcrowded valley. Fully equipped options range from cozy one-bedroom cabins to spacious six-bedroom houses with plenty of room for groups. Most have fireplaces, many have Wi-Fi, and all have decks with barbecues. The property rarely fills up, even in summer, so it's a good choice for last-minute lodging; there's a two-night minimum in the off-season and a three-night minimum in summer and on holidays.

This older motor lodge might have new ownership, but it's still decidedly, and charmingly, stuck in the past: what used to be a complete homage to the American Western is now home to a kitschy, quirky vibe throughout the motel-style rooms, which are being renovated one-by-one. Vinyl records adorn the walls of one room, while another has a vintage rotary phone. The John Wayne memorabilia is gone, replaced by stronger Wi-Fi and updated fixtures. 

Located near Boston's working fish piers and very close to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, this property caters largely to a business clientele. Overall, its decor feels part nautical part preppy, and most guest rooms have water views. The fitness center features a lap pool.

Perched on prime real estate on the south bank of the Chicago River, this cosmopolitan spot is shouldered by high-rises but you can still enjoy fantastic views of the Chicago skyline right from your room. Stay on the slightly pricier club levels for complimentary weekday access to a private business center, continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres, and nonalcoholic drinks.

Adjacent to the Indian Wells Golf Resort and with soothing water—pools, ponds, lakes, fountains, streams—everywhere, this luxurious resort is popular with business travelers as well as families, who appreciate amenities like an arcade with virtual-reality experiences, a pool that also has a sandy beach, and the Desert Glow zone, which features duckpin bowling. Rooms are bright and airy, a touch deco even, with ample balconies that afford pool or mountain views.

Striking modern architecture, a rooftop pool, and 9,000 square feet of European-style spa space make for a luxury accommodation, combined with a convention center, downtown. A performing-arts center and three restaurants are on the premises, including a seafood spot and a pub with nightlife. Rooms feature luxurious bedding—nice to sink into after a massage or time in the sauna following a workout.

On floors named after renowned jazz musicians, large, quiet rooms have soothing colors, comfortable fabrics, photography by local artists, and oversize marble bathrooms. On-site restaurants include a beignet shop and old-school oyster counter.

This luxury hotel occupies one of Providence's most mysterious addresses, a stately nine-story Neoclassical Revival building constructed as a Masonic temple between 1926 and 1928 but unoccupied for an inconceivable 79 years. Developers restoring the building in the early 2000s incorporated the original architectural features, but the decor has a distinctly contemporary-retro edge.

Located in the heart of the Historic District, this luxurious property is within walking distance of Castillo de San Marcos, St. George Street, and more. Along with modern amenities and a lively restaurant and lounge—Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen—there is also an on-site Starbucks coffee shop.

Travelers love this all-suites property for its great location, modern design features, and family-friendly amenities. The beach and restaurants are a short walk away, though many prefer to prepare meals in their spacious suites, which are all equipped with contemporary kitchens, as well as cozy sitting areas, wood-paneled accent walls, and mood lighting in the bedrooms. Adjacent to the pool is an outdoor lounge and fire pit, where guests gather in the evenings

This 17-story hotel with a distinct glass-covered exterior in the heart of the city's arts and cultural district reflects the community's dedication to green living, as evident in its Gold LEED certification for sustainable architecture that frequently uses reused or recycled materials. Vibrant art celebrates the city and campus life. The comfortable suites welcome families and business travelers alike with modern apartment-style suites fully equipped with a microwave, stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, and coffeemaker; a 1,600-square-foot fitness center; and ample event space. It's the rare chain hotel that feels hip in a college town.

The four-story Residence Inn is one of the closest all-suite hotels to the Kennedy Space Center. Considerably larger than traditional hotel rooms, the one- and two-bedroom suites include a full kitchen (dishwasher and all) and separate living and sleeping areas. The morning buffet and manager's reception are popular with guests. It is also convenient to other area attractions such as Port Canaveral, the Cocoa Beach Pier, the Brevard Zoo, and Cocoa Village, and is only an hour from Walt Disney World.

Some of the architecture at this reasonably priced lodging re-creates the 19th-century cottages that were used to house executives of the Central of Georgia Railroad. Suites have simple, chic decor with appropriate pops of color, flat-screen TVs, and fully equipped kitchens; a few have decks overlooking the courtyard, complete with a swimming pool, fire pit, and gazebo. Within arm's reach is Tricentennial Park and Battlefield, home of the Savannah Children's Museum.