5218 Best Hotels in USA

This turreted Queen Anne Victorian was completely remodeled and updated in early 2023, and although rooms still have things like vintage armoires and headboards, they now also have a swanky, contemporary vibe and modern amenities. The two most private rooms, which have fireplaces, balconies, and whirlpool tubs, are in the rear carriage house. Homemade cookies, sodas, and evening wine and hors d'oeuvres are complimentary. A buffet breakfast is served in the parlor or garden.

A sleek, modern boutique hotel, the Gotham has a lot going for it, from good-size rooms to nice amenities, but a clincher is that every room has outdoor space. There are no more than four rooms per floor, allowing families and larger parties to take over entire floors if desired. Upper floors have only two rooms per floor, both with terrific east- and westward views. Rooms are large—around 300 square feet—and include king-size beds, and gorgeous tiled bathrooms with rain showerheads and Molton Brown bath amenities. The location's past was a family-owned bookstore, so you'll come across some vintage books and its aptly named steak-house restaurant, The Reading Room. Parking is with an affiliated garage across the street. 

With spectacular views of Monument Valley from each room's private balcony, this historic lodge often serves as a base for film crews in the area—and has for years, as cinema greats John Wayne and John Ford used to stay here. It has handsome stucco buildings and simple rooms decorated with Native American art. The best lodging deals here are the houses and suites, which offer full kitchens and much more space than the hotel rooms for not much more money. For a true sense of Goulding's beginnings and history, spend some time at the on-site museum. Also on the grounds, the Stagecoach restaurant serves the area favorite, a Navajo taco, along with many traditional American entrées. Goulding's offers custom-guided tours of Monument Valley and provides Navajo guides into the backcountry, where you're not allowed to venture on your own. The lodge is 2 miles off U.S. 163, at the Monument Valley Tribal Park turnoff, about 25 miles southwest of Mexican Hat.

During the week, this newly renovated hotel—housed in a former livery stable and featuring contemporary-meets-the-past decor—buzzes with politicians, press, lobbyists, and other business travelers; on weekends, it's booked with visitors who want to explore downtown and/or have a romantic getaway. The complete remodel added a new second-floor patio lounge (a place to see and be seen) overlooking Adams Street.

A stone's throw away from campus, the Graduate is the newest and hippest hotel in the University area. The youthful, college-y vibe is felt from the lobby's coffee bar and lounge area, with multiple workstations, to the top (14th) floor, where you can soak in spectacular mountain-city-sunset views from both the rooftop pool and Moonstone, the hotel's swanky bar with a wraparound patio. 

Fresh, colorful design and Bohemian flair set the tone at this hotel (a college-themed boutique brand that is now under the Hilton flag) in one of Berkeley's registered historic places, just steps from campus and downtown eating, shopping, and entertainment. Rooms are vintage scholarly-inspired, quirky, and welcoming, with modern tech amenities and a fitness center to keep with the times. In the lobby, friendly and accommodating staff add to the collegiate atmosphere. Henry's Restaurant dishes up delicious farm-to-table pub fare each evening.

There are many hotels with bland, corporate decor—and then there's the Graduate Palo Alto, where every square inch of space seems to have some form of elaborate design or decoration. With a base of very intricate Spanish Colonial architecture, the university town–focused brand completely remodeled what was the Hotel President (named for Stanford alum Herbert Hoover), a popular 20th-century hotel that had fallen into disrepair. Each room has a retro vibe (old-fashioned bedspreads and eye-catching floral and bird wallpaper) and a huge amount of Stanford influence. The shower entry frame is arched like the classic campus architecture, and bed headboards are stenciled with redwood trees, a nod to the Stanford tree mascot.

Tucked away in the corner of the University of Connecticut's main campus, this rehabbed property is an homage to UCONN, its famous alumni, and the culture and legacy that surrounds the institution with themed decor that ranges from a giant husky at the front door to repurposed basketball court flooring in the lobby and art in the rooms---is that Bobby Moynihan on the lampshade? The onsite, aptly named Trophy Room, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and there's a fitness room; and pets are allowed (for a fee).

In the center of this hotel, three floors of rooms overlook a carpeted basketball court, where guests can shoot hoops with soft basketballs handed out at the front desk. It's one very notable touch among many that compel both heavy and casual UNC fans to stay at this boutique hotel in the thick of Franklin Street. Guests can people-watch from room balconies or mingle with the after-work crowd at the Trophy Room, the cushy ground-floor bar and patio, where the honey used in cocktails is sourced from beehives on the roof. Service is spot-on, from the friendly hosts behind the counter to the well-versed bartender. The setting and the contemporary touches combine to make guests feel both part of the college scene and far removed from their everyday lives.  Ask to see Room 23, a replica of Michael Jordan's UNC dorm room.

This extremely colorful (think: plaids over pastels) yet tastefully decorated boutique inn expands upon a century-old historic home, whose original parlors and living rooms serve as a bar, library, and communal areas. You don't have to be a University of South Carolina fan to appreciate the funky aesthetic of a headboard adorned with giant chickens. The Trophy Room restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

A bright and whimsical world awaits you inside this Midtown hotel—have your camera ready because you're going to want to take a picture everywhere you look. The property is bursting at the seams with one-of-a-kind personality and spunk: there’s a grand piece of art in Minnie Pearl’s likeness that greets guests behind the front desk, and there’s no shortage of odes to Nashville’s musical nature or neighboring Vanderbilt University. On-site dining at White Limozeen draws its fair share of locals and visitors for its notable pink rooftop and Dolly Parton–inspired flare. Cross-Eyed Critters Watering Hole also delivers a good time with its kitschy ambiance and karaoke with on-stage animatronics.

The city's beloved landmark since 1922, the former Providence Biltmore revels in nostalgia for its flapper heyday, but it has refreshed appeal for tourists thanks to a chic and studious makeover, with welcome additions like new restaurants and a spa. Designed by New York City architects Warren and Wetmore (of Grand Central Terminal fame) and still sporting its magnificent original chandeliers, its rooftop neon BILTMORE sign, added in 1979, remains a tribute to the hotel's storied past.

This 1801 classic encourages you to linger on its wraparound porches, in its authentically Colonial common rooms, or with a book by the fire in its old-fashioned library, but those who want to get outside can access the nearby Grafton Ponds Outdoor Center and its 2,000 acres of trails, forests, and fields. The main building, with two-story columns gracing its front, contains 11 guest rooms; the rest are dispersed among three other close-by buildings.

Named after Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor who once lived in Georgetown, this upscale boutique hotel is on a residential street just steps from M Street's shops and eateries. Rooms and suites are luxuriously appointed, with plush Irish bedding, comfortable furnishings, and oversize marble bathrooms stocked with L'Occitane products. The Graham Rooftop bar is a lively spot for visitors and locals to take in the views of iconic D.C. spots like the Kennedy Center, Washington Monument, and Rosslyn skyline. Cocktail lovers will enjoy their cozy bar, The Alex Craft Cocktail Cellar & Speakeasy, with its dark walls, unique cocktails, and chill lounge music. 

Just 15 minutes from downtown Baltimore is this intimate B&B in the 1902 home of Alexander J. Cassatt, owner of the Pennsylvania Railroad and brother of the American Impressionist painter Mary Cassatt. Staying in one of the 11 rooms here is like being a guest at Cassatt's country estate. Rooms are done in a range of styles, from Edwardian to Victorian, French, and 19th-century American. Wake up to a full breakfast of French toast, blueberry pancakes, and the house omelet (mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs from the garden). Be sure to book in advance: it's a popular spot for weddings.

Built in 1922 in the heart of downtown and still sparkling, the two-story Granada is a vintage-style retreat with hardwood floors, redbrick walls, and antique rugs. All rooms have Italian linens, marble vanities, and custom art; some rooms have fireplaces, and suites have floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony.

The airy, three-story atrium lobby with a large stone fireplace lends a European chalet sensibility to this hotel with brightly lit rooms and Alaska-themed artwork. Many of the rooms have wonderful views overlooking the water and come with either two queen beds or one king-sized bed, full bathrooms, and coffee makers. There are several eateries, including Margaret Bay Café, the Cape Cheerful Lounge, and evening-only dining at Harbor Sushi.

As close as you can get to the main gate of the Biltmore Estate and steps from all the best local shops and restaurants, this Tudor-style lodging is designed to blend in beautifully with the architecture of Biltmore Village. Its interior recalls a hunting lodge, with animal heads on the walls, sculptures of deer (the hotel's restaurant is called the Red Stag Grill), and an open-sided fireplace.

Adjacent to the performing arts center and a block from the sports venue, this luxurious, European-style property affords city-center views and showcases hundreds of pieces of art, along with a rare Imperial Grand Bösendorfer piano, which is played by jazz pianists in the popular Bösendorfer Lounge.

Designed to resemble the train depot's original Fray Marcos Hotel, this upscale place features attractive Southwestern-style accommodations with large bathrooms and comfy beds with upscale linens. Neoclassical Greek columns flank the grand entrance, which leads to a lobby with maple-wood balustrades, an enormous flagstone fireplace, and oil paintings of the Grand Canyon by local artist Kenneth McKenna. Original bronzes by Frederic Remington also adorn the lobby. Adjacent to the lobby is Spenser's, a pub with an ornate 19th-century hand-carved bar; next door is the Fred Harvey Restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Breckenridge's newest crown jewel, the Grand Colorado sprawls at the base of Peak 8, with walk-out access to the Rocky Mountain and Colorado Superchair lifts. With five reservable private movie theaters, an expansive pool and hot tub area, and an ice rink, the resort has no shortage of stuff to do when you're not skiing. Little luxuries like the on-site ski butlers, who bring rental equipment to your door, and the adults-only Grotto hot tub at the resort's Infinity Spa make this place feel like a true escape.

Pass through the center of Red Hook and you can't help but notice this stately blue Victorian mansion. The owners are antiques collectors, so the house has the feel of a museum, especially in the common rooms. All but one of the bedrooms are corner rooms.

Now part of Marriott's Autograph Collection , this renovated six-story Spanish colonial hotel offers an upscale, beachfront option for those looking for more historic ambience. Built in 1911, it was once called "Queen of the Gulf," when guests such as Teddy Roosevelt and Howard Hughes stayed there. Both public and private areas boast traditional dark wood and plush upholstery, and there is a full-service day spa on-site. A pool, swim-up bar, and outdoor grill have been added to the tropical garden facing the sea.

Fine dining and an 1890s saloon are two of the attractions of this classic Western hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, in downtown Big Timber. The attractive 1890 Room ($$$$) serves steaks, seafood, and lamb for dinner, plus decadent desserts. For lunch, the 1890 Saloon claims to have served "cattlemen, cowboys, sheepherders, miners, railroad men and travelers" for more than 100 years. Guest rooms are small, clean, and comfortable, with period furnishings—the kind of accommodations you might find over the Longbranch Saloon in Gunsmoke.

At the south end of Tusayan, this popular hotel has bright, clean, and contemporary rooms, a cozy stone-and-timber lobby, and free Wi-Fi. Live cowboy singers lead the entertainment in the Canyon Star Steakhouse and Saloon every evening. At the bar, you can sit on a saddle that was once used for canyon mule trips.

Salem is short on choices, but this hotel offers large rooms, with comfortable and luxurious furnishings; it's a good base for guests attending shows and meetings at Salem Conference Center or touring the region. There's a fitness room and an indoor pool and a free hot breakfast is served each morning.

Laze in the sun or get active at one of the Gulf Coast's true treasures since 1847. The Grand's 550 acres feature contemporary suites, seven restaurants, a 20,000-square-foot, European-style spa, two golf courses, and 10 tennis courts. Kids love the incredible pool area with a water park, fountains, geysers, and waterfalls. A more serene adults-only pool lies under oaks by the bay. Rent sailboats or kayaks at the man-made beach.

Towering over the railroad line that bisects Downtown, this conveniently located hotel—easy walking access to both Downtown and Midtown without being in the middle of the Lower Broad craziness—embraces the historic nature of the city's past as a rail center with impressive symbolic artwork in the massive lobby. An impressive variety of room types are available, all equipped with large flat-screen televisions, premium bathroom amenities, and mini-refrigerators, and there's a rooftop pool with gorgeous panoramic city views. The attached Chef Sean Brock–helmed restaurant, The Continental, is definitely an added bonus for the Grand Hyatt and its guests.