2882 Best Hotels in USA

Built in the 1950s as a motel and relaunched in 2013 after getting a complete makeover, this spot offers spacious suites and rooms that are both woodsy and stylishly contemporary, with a mix of pine, hardwood, and granite surfaces. Suites have full kitchens and dining areas, while skylights fill all the remodeled interiors with light.

This friendly 1920s lodge offers simple yet appealing rooms (the grandest have balconies facing the lake) plus knotty-pine cabins, some with fireplaces and lake views, and all with kitchens. The on-site restaurant serves standard American fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while the main lodge features a large common area with handmade replicas of the structure's original furniture and a massive fireplace.

Enter a world of color, patterns, and textures that manages to be utterly sophisticated as well as playful. New to Tribeca in 2024, the hotel is one of three NYC properties from London-based Firmdale, bringing with it afternoon tea and full English breakfast. Designer and hotelier Kit Kemp is behind this luxury boutique accommodation, where each of its 69 guestrooms and suites are unique. Expect to enjoy original artworks and custom furnishings throughout, including in the main-floor drawing room and orangery. In-room, find plush appointments and beautiful bedding, gleaming window walls (and stylish blackout curtains), and large marble bathrooms with bathtub, plush robes, custom toiletries, and towel warmers. Some suites feature terraces, and vinyl records and turntables with Bluetooth speaker. There's no gym, but guests can use the private Nexus Club to work out nearby. The on-site Warren Street Restaurant and Bar continues the rich color journey, serving classic brasserie dishes and seasonal specialties with impeccable care.

Named a National Historic Landmark in 1999, the Allerton was a residential, 12-story "club hotel" for men when it opened in 1924; the hotel added 14 more floors in 1930, making it the tallest building on Michigan Avenue at the time. The guest rooms have been remodeled with an attractive mix of blue, white, and yellow; new king and queen beds are an added bonus. If you want to stay in the middle of it all, this is a very good choice.

After a recent rebrand and remodel, the Warwick Hotel welcomes guests into a sleek lobby featuring bulbous pendant lights, fireplaces, pop-art rugs and wall decor, and sofas upholstered with bold fabrics. The pleasant, bright guest rooms are decorated in soft earth tones and outfitted with refrigerators, large work desks, televisions, bottled water, coffee, and comfortable beds. The hotel offers a number of restaurants, including Spice Finch, which is accessible through the lobby.

Nestled near an active dining and nightlife neighborhood, this historic building houses a luxury hotel that emphasizes personal service and a residential experience. The spacious rooms have marble baths, dark-wood furniture, and deep rich colors; the 20 suites have four-poster beds. A courtesy SUV shuttles guests within a 3-mi radius of the hotel. The nearby nightlife scene is popular with the LGBTQ community.

Built by William Randolph Hearst in 1926 for Hollywood luminary Marion Davies, this grande dame has since hosted many others from Tinseltown, including Cary Grant in the Presidential Suite for 12 years. Some of the higher-floor suites have terraces overlooking 6th Avenue. The premier rooms are a luxurious choice, with fresh designs including tufted headboards, marble bathrooms, and a generous work space. The Murals on 54 restaurant, which takes up a big portion of the ground floor, serves Italian-influenced American fare under the gaze of 1930s-era murals. Randolph's Bar stays busy late into the evening.

The handsome, if small, rooms at this 1913 theater district hotel evoke an aristocratic feel with geometric wallpaper, black-and-white framed historic photos curated by the San Francisco Public Library, and ornate wooden furnishings. Designed by Arthur Brown Jr., also responsible for City Hall and Coit Tower, this classic retains the original chandelier in the lobby, carved griffins in the hallways guarding guest rooms, and antique headboards and armoires, all accented with contemporary light fixtures and furnishings.

On the campus of Duke University, this luxurious hotel evokes the feeling of an English country inn. Many of the guest rooms—all with classic furnishings and creamy wall coverings—overlook either a park or the golf course, designed by Robert Trent Jones and redesigned by his son, Rees Jones. The inn feels a bit like staying in an upscale golf clubhouse—there's a pro shop in the hotel lobby. On display in the public rooms are memorabilia belonging to the Duke family. In the lobby, you'll find the quietly sophisticated Fairview Dining Room.  If you're in town for a special event and the inn is full, the JB Duke Hotel is just across the street.

Yes, it's a fairly large hotel and can be busy at times, but this historic 1965 hotel, at the intersection of Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, and U and 14th Streets, has a great location and is a perfect spot to unwind after a day of business or seeing the sights. The seasonal outdoor pool, sundeck, and children's wading pool offer spectacular views of the Washington Monument; fitness enthusiasts will love LivingWell Health Club with its extensive cardio and strength-training equipment; and dining options include several bars and restaurants along with a coffee shop. Bonus: if you happen to be staying during the last weekend of April, you'll likely be able to spot some celebrities and journalists in beautiful clothes as they make their way to the White House Correspondents' Dinner, housed in the ballroom on the lower level.

The big-chain feel is offset by a good location just steps away from the monuments and museums; attractive, comfortable guest rooms; and an indoor pool and health club. Public areas are comfortable places to unwind after a long day of business or sightseeing, and the Metro Center subway station is right under the hotel, so there's no need to go outdoors to travel.

Since 1902, this low-key hotel has hosted famous people (Ernest Hemingway, the Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan all stayed here), and today it is popular with visiting New York University parents thanks to its location near Washington Square Park. It's easy to get anywhere in the city from here, since it's just one block from the West 4th Street subway station. Deluxe rooms have a snazzy Hollywood art deco style and much more natural light than the rather plain, pastel-color standard rooms. The intimate Deco Room off the lobby has mosaic floors, elegant mirrors, and a wrought-iron-and-glass brass gate from Paris—guests can sip tea here during the day, and at night, pull a stool up to the bar. The North Square restaurant downstairs has a jazz brunch and surprisingly sophisticated fare.

This modern, boutique-style hotel dotted with pools, fountains, and flowers will especially appeal to swimmers and spa aficionados, rather than gambling buffs. Adjacent to the Borgata, The Water Club is an innovative, non-gaming destination offering sweeping views of the marina and ocean. Immersion spa on the 32nd floor is a high-tech jewel, with an infinity-edge pool; deluge showers as forceful as deep-tissue massages; milk and honey cocoon floats and soaks in bourbon; and blossom and bark-filled tubs. Chef Geoffrey Zakarian (of Manhattan's Town and Country restaurants) reinvents Philly cheese steak, french fries (with truffles) and shrimp cocktail (with fresh wasabi), serving summery food and cocktails in the Sunroom lounge and poolside. Indoor pools and Jacuzzis next to the luxurious lobby are surrounded by pineapple plants, palm trees and bamboo that transport guests from the Jersey shore to the tropics.

Formerly Hotel Zero, this ultramodern boutique lodging is a great addition to an area choked with chain hotels. Each guest room is decorated in calming neutral tones enlivened with pops of bright orange; visit the rooftop terrace to catch some sun or have a drink while enjoying the view.

The sleek, modern resort is home to the only waterfront dining in Boca Raton as well as light and airy rooms with views of the Intracoastal Waterway and the ocean. A wide hallway studded with modern art leads from the front desk to the jazzy BL Lounge, bathed in light from sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking Boca Lake. On the east, dockside seating overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway is at the outdoor Seaspray. Rooms are modern, and bathrooms are tricked out, some with soaking tubs, trough sinks, and glass-walled showers. Balconies provide views of the Intracoastal Waterway and the ocean. Walk to the beach, or take the beach shuttle—the hotel provides chairs and umbrellas. Otherwise, laze by the waterfront pool sipping a cool one from the patio bar. Water-sports rentals are available here as well.

Assorted amenities make this University District hotel a great deal, including inexpensive parking ($20), free Wi-Fi, and an afternoon reception with coffee and treats. The welcoming lobby features stylish contemporary furniture and quirky neon-light art, while rooms are clean and simple, with large windows and European-style bedding. Guests can borrow cheery yellow bikes and have free access to the outdoor pool at the nearby University Inn. An on-site café serves breakfast and lunch.

This upscale hotel opened in 2008 in an enviable location at the south end of Seneca Lake adjacent to a marina and waterfront boardwalk. Rooms have a seaside-cottage decor, with white beadboard headboards, hardwood floors, and a blue-and-white color scheme. All rooms have flat-screen TVs and oversize walk-in showers, and suites have wine refrigerators. The Blue Pointe Grille serves American and Continental fare; in summer you can have drinks on the harborside patio. Captain Bill's boat tours and the Seneca Harbor Station restaurant are next door.

This modern two-story motel was built on a rise so that each room would have an ocean view from its private terrace, and it's popular with couples and families for its proximity to the beach and Hither Hills State Park. Most rooms have been nicely updated with wood floors and simple, modern furniture that suits is surroundings. Although the word "resort" is in its name, don't expect a luxury resort experience where you'll be pampered with service, activities, and amenities. Here it's simply all about the beach.

This 1879 National Historic Landmark at Yosemite's southern end is a Victorian-era mountain resort, with whitewashed buildings, wraparound verandas, and pleasant, no-frills rooms decorated with period pieces. About half the rooms share bathrooms; those that do come equipped with robes. The romantic, candlelit dining room lies across the lobby from the cozy Victorian parlor, which has a fireplace, board games, and a piano, where a pianist plays most evenings.

A modern take on the beachfront motel, the Wayfarer (formerly the Blue Sea Beach hotel) has Pacific Beach's best oceanfront pool and jacuzzi, plus a wide choice of room configurations. Guest rooms feature colorful, surf-inspired decor, big flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning and private balconies. 

This hotel refreshed in 2023 offers a fun vibe and lively design that mixes modern and traditional island elements, as well as close proximity to the beach, restaurants, and shops—all just three blocks away. There's a high-rise tower and a three-story walk-up building where studio accommodations have kitchenettes. Rooms are small but stylish and well planned, and deluxe corner units feature lanai that overlook Ala Wai Canal, the golf course, and the mountains. There's a pool with loungers, and the hotel offers free chairs and towels for use at the beach. The popular Redfish restaurant serves poke bowls and island-style food, and a coffee shop and speakeasy bar are also on-site. 

Originally built during the gold rush, this restored hotel is filled with antiques and period furniture. Each of the seven rooms is named after a Trinity County gold mine; all have luxurious linens and towels, and most have claw-footed tubs and fireplaces. Only one room has a television, but guests usually prefer to spend their time exploring the area's mountains, lakes, and hiking trails. Breakfast isn't served, but for each day of their stay guests receive vouchers worth $10 at nearby restaurants.

Fans of EDITION hotels will find a lot to love at this Sunset Strip iteration, thanks to its balance of a chic space and minimalist vibe alongside a pool table and hopping bar in the lobby. Amenities abound, including a lavish spa, a massive gym with Peloton bikes, multiple dining options, a nightclub, and a sublime rooftop pool. Guests can expect Le Labo products in the bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms with massive city views, and a pet-friendly policy in case you want to bring your four-legged friends. Locals and guests like to dine at Ardor for Sunday brunch and dinner.

This pet-friendly, mom-and-pop motor inn is right off I–90 and within walking distance of the Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site. It offers a free continental breakfast, and room options include the unicorn of hotel rooms: a three-queen bed. Each room has a microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffeemaker, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and cable TV.

This friendly property offers lakeside motel rooms, cabins, and condos, as well as a second block of cabins clustered around a courtyard a few blocks up the road. Cabins are decorated in a Western motif, and most have a kitchen or kitchenette and pullout couch.

A modern high-rise near Horton Plaza hides San Diego's most opulent old-world-style hotel—the lobby is outfitted with bronze sculptures and Baccarat chandeliers—where staff greet guests with old-fashioned charm and politeness; other Downtown hotels have flashier amenities but you won't find one with greater class. Rooms are individually furnished with Italian marble counters and rich wool carpeting. From the ninth floor up, the views of the harbor and city are breathtaking, especially from the rooftop swimming pool, which is encircled by a running track. Afternoon tea, with or without champagne, is served in the lobby to the accompaniment of harp music.