78 Best Hotels in USA

A sustainable ethos drives this hip outpost of the 1 Hotels brand, as evidenced by the beautiful 20-foot plant wall in the Brooklyn-inspired lobby, and filtered water bottle-filling stations in many guest rooms. Breakfast and light fare is served at Neighbors café until 5 pm, while upscale restaurant The Osprey serves American Southern-Italian fusion, including osso buco with grits. Cocktails pair with Asian bites and the spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline at rooftop Harriet's, which occasionally hosts live jazz.

These six spacious lofts in downtown Bryson City are comfortable for an extended stay or a large family, with two bedrooms in each unit. Local art, architectural nods like exposed brick, and high ceilings complement oversized bathrooms, plush furniture, and big TVs. 

Dramatically perched above serene Northeast Harbor, this vestige of the Gilded Age has played host to the likes of Astors, Vanderbilts, and Rockefellers since it was built in 1883. Destroyed by fire in 1899, the original inn was rebuilt in 1901, and a $28 million makeover, completed in the summer of 2025, not only restored the property to its former historic elegance, some might say it arguably surpassed it. The rooms, 17 spa suites, and 15 cottages are designed to mimic the surrounding coast and woods, in hues both deep and light, from bark and moss to pale pinks. The restaurant, Dahlia’s, has a dedicated following. As for the spectacular gardens that spill around the grounds and pool—filled with statues, lush hydrangeas, and pollinators galore—they're reason enough to warrant a stay.

Combining New England–style architecture with a Southern California setting, this gray-clapboard bed-and-breakfast rests on a bluff overlooking the harbor and ocean. A fire warms the inviting living area and cozy library, where you can enjoy complimentary breakfast in the morning and hors d'oeuvres and wine every afternoon. They bake fresh cookies (even gluten-free) to enjoy up in your spacious guest room. Most have fireplaces and updated bathrooms with deep soaking whirlpool tubs. Listen to the barking harbor seals from your balcony or patio. The staff are so nice at this B&B. Borrow one of their bicycles for an adventure out exploring the seaside beauty of Dana Point. 

Near the entrance to both Disney parks, families love coming back to this hotel after visiting the parks to play in the Surfside Waterpark. The colorful fun splash zone, waterslides, and a heated swimming pool, is not typical of Courtyard by Marriott. Rooms with microwaves, mini-refrigerators, coffee makers, and sturdy bunk beds cater to groups and families. Room options include ADA suites, and spacious king suites with two sets of bunk beds. The double queen suites also have bunks that accommodate six people. The water park and some guest rooms overlook Disneyland's iconic Matterhorn; other rooms have views of the firework shows. There is a Life Fitness center open all day, and a Bistro that provides quick breakfast, lunch, and dinner items to sit and enjoy before heading back across the street to the Disney parks. A souvenir and mini-mart on the lobby level offers snacks, drinks, and Disney-themed apparel and accessories.

From the moment you’re greeted with a warm chocolate chip cookie, you know you’re in for a good stay at this DoubleTree hotel just 10-minutes outside Lancaster. There are plenty of other perks here, too, including a market, gym, pool, bar, business center, and common spaces with TVs and games. Connecting the rooms to the lobby–restaurant area is a corridor draped in white silks. A breakfast buffet ($16) is plentiful, but it’s dinner at Hangar 300 that you don’t want to miss, with shared plates of fish tacos and burger sliders, alongside mains like Atlantic salmon and Thai chicken salad. The kind staff and lovely touches like Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries keep this hotel on repeat.

This 15-room boutique hotel is the ultimate choice for travelers looking to explore the city's vibrant and historic east side. It occupies a prime spot on the bustling East 11th Street, just across the street from the popular Kenny Dorham's Backyard food truck and live music venue and within walking distance of the areas's best shops and restaurants. Virtual check-in and concierge services make guests feel like they're arriving home, and communal, open-aired lounges with custom coffee stations and stocked minibars on every floor enhance the feeling that the whole property is an extended living room for the chic clientele. No two rooms are alike, but each sport an eclectic mix of inspired decor and luxury amenities. The first floor restaurant, Poeta, is a fabulous Italian eatery serving all day menus to guests and locals alike. Some rooms have lovely patios overlooking the bustling street below and the two-story suite with full-kitchen and a clawfoot soaking tub is worth the splurge.

In the 1920s, it was a posh beach club catering to the city's elite; now the Casa del Mar is one of SoCal's most luxurious beachfront hotels. One of only two hotels in the area that's truly on the sand, this historic property boasts a heavenly lobby, three extravagant two-story penthouses, a raised deck and ocean-view pool, an indulgent spa, and an elegant ballroom. Popular with celebrities and foreign dignitaries, the pet-friendly property houses guest rooms designed to evoke a Mediterranean estate with transitional coastal furnishings. They're filled with contemporary tech amenities like lighting control panels, an indulgent minibar, and supremely comfortable beds with sumptuous white and blue Italian-designed linens. Bathrooms are gorgeous, with Italian marble, massage tubs, and glass-enclosed showers, as well as luxe Diptyque toiletries and a "beauty chest" filled with goodies available for purchase, like face masks, frangipani spray, and even chargers. Sea-hued, breezy Terrazza delights locals and tourists with beachfront dining; impeccable yet understated service; fine cuisine; and more than 100 bottles of wine on the menu. Want something more casual? Enjoy light bites and cocktails in the clubby lounge, with live local music on most nights, or stretch out in the beachfront al-fresco bistro, Patio del Mar, while you enjoy an Aperol spritz and oysters. A $55 daily resort fee includes a welcome drink, bike rentals, house car use, EV charging, a daily yoga class, and more. 

This small, oceanfront, walk-up hotel about a mile south of downtown Kailua Village, with modest, pleasantly decorated rooms on the ocean, is probably the best deal in town. Some might call it dated or old-fashioned, while others would say it imbues a cool vintage Hawaiiana charm. All rooms have fridges, but the lack of TVs is a proud tradition the hotel has maintained since the 1950s. Who needs TV when you have the ocean this close? A deposit is required, and you will need to book well in advance to secure a room.

Big Bear lodging went up a big notch with the opening of this property, which is laid out like a microvillage with a main road draped in market lights and eight, uniquely themed, superbly decorated (with mid-century and other vintage touches) two-story cabins. Most accommodate two to four people, and all have a stocked kitchenette, queen beds, and a cozy living room with a fireplace and 50-inch TV. Private patios with barbecues, cedar soaking tubs, and beach cruisers are other amenities that make you feel right at home. The keyless entry and lack of a lobby add an element of privacy and freedom. Although there's no on-site restaurant, Big Bear Village is about a mile away.

Start your morning with yoga by the heated pool, or play 9 holes of golf on a picturesque course nestled between two canyons. There are ranch-style and two-story contemporary suites. Be sure to take a tour of Leo's Garden beyond the golf course to meet Farmer Leo and see what he is growing for the on-site dining options. Harvest restaurant offers seasonal fare with stunning canyon and golf course views. Take a stroll along a designated path to a pedestrian tunnel leading to Lost Pier, a barefoot café on the sand at Aliso Beach serving California cuisine among palm-fringed ocean views. 

The vast majority of the overnight guests at the Sea Pines Resort rent one of the more than 400 villas, condos, and beach houses through the resort itself. Staying within this gated community allows guests access to all the amenities Sea Pines has to offer—golf, tennis, a beach club, fitness center, restaurants, marinas, shopping, and 15 miles of biking trails. There's a wide selection of properties to meet your needs, whether it's a two-bedroom villa in Harbour Town or a five-bedroom oceanfront home. Prices depend on location and the length of your stay.

A former cooperage on the Brooklyn waterfront has found new life as the Wythe Hotel, a stunner for its Manhattan-skyline views, locally sourced design touches, and amenities. The factory building near the Brooklyn Brewery, built in 1901, utilized reclaimed pine from the original building to create rustic ceilings. Rooms have a Brooklyn sensibility, with polished concrete floors (plus underfloor heating), local custom-patterned wallpaper, and surround sound controlled by your iPhone. The menu of the cozy ground-floor restaurant, Le Crocodile, is undeniably French-inspired and the rooftop Bar Blondeau is a good spot for cocktails and Manhattan views. 

This comfortable hotel—an old Fairfield Inn redone with an Appalachian Trail theme—has attractive woodsy decor, easy parking, and a complimentary breakfast. Rates are more than reasonable, and it's next door to one of the best mini-golf courses in town.

It's fitting that this healthful haven is set on Miracle Hill—in 2021, using the bones of an old hotel, it was resurrected and revitalized as an adults-only boutique property with individually decorated rooms and suites, a full-service spa, a juice-cleanse program, a café, a 100-foot mineral-water pool (the longest in Southern California), saunas and jetted hot tubs, a cold chamber, a Himalayan salt room, and thatch-shaded soaking tubs that are continuously refilled with fresh mineral water. Landscaped with native plants, this 1-acre oasis also features glorious valley and mountain views, a bucket shower, and a reflexology walk. Expansion plans are in the works to incorporate 5 more acres that will accommodate event space and additional holistic huts and treatment rooms.

This recently refreshed motel on U.S. 1 is a quick drive away from downtown Belfast. It offers large, comfortable rooms, both indoor and outdoor pools, and a generous included continental breakfast. A path leads down from the property to the water's edge.

The confluence of Main and Center Streets is the epicenter of Moab, and this comfortable, contemporary, impeccably clean hotel anchors the intersection, providing a perfect base for families. It's just a few feet from the Moab Information Center, the Mill Creek Parkway Trail, and all downtown shops, outfitters, and restaurants (including two restaurants on the property itself). The staff is friendly and the rooms are quiet, despite the downtown location, and the outdoor pool is a wonderful respite on hot days. Ask about the unique suites above Gloria's Corner Cafe near Main Street. Like many hotels in town, rates plunge during the dead of winter and the the hottest days of summer.

Open year-round and offering an array of all-inclusive packages, the historic Bettles and its more modern Aurora Lodge together make a comfortable base camp for viewing the northern lights or exploring Gates of the Arctic and Kobuk Valley National Parks. Options include an inclusive two-day summer Arctic Circle package, with transportation from Fairbanks and all meals, including plenty of add-on options, such as flightseeing, guided fly-out fishing trips, or the full-day national parks tour. Rooms in the older lodge share baths; some Aurora rooms have private baths and jetted tubs. The lodge also has fuel, a full-service bar and liquor store, outfitting supplies, and a gift shop.

Just blocks from the beach in a building that dates back to 1888, this historic landmark had its chance to shine after a 5-year restoration project that updated the old hardware store with modern amenities and finishes. Despite the major overhaul, developers maintained the original brick façade and historical integrity of the street-corner powerhouse. Today, the 10-room boutique hotel pays tribute to the past with its original brick walls and luggage racks made from salvaged lumber. The self-check-in system operates Airbnb style, with instructions texted directly to your phone. Bright and airy rooms are flooded with light, with firm mattresses and sound-muting windows that ensure a deep sleep. From the ground floor, guests have access to four dining establishments including the Lobby Tiki Bar, Stone Beer Garden, Frankie’s Cocktail Lounge, and the cleverly designed Succulent Coffee (a must-see). For music with your martini, head to the rooftop Cococabana, with Caribbean-style cocktails, small bites, and DJs spinning beats Friday and Saturday from 8 until midnight.

This 19th-century Queen Anne–style B&B, with fascinating turrets and period details, is a companionable sister to the family of architectural beauties in Wilmington's 230-block historic district, putting it within easy walking distance of the city's riverfront shopping and dining. New owners in 2022 undertook a complete remodel of rooms and shared spaces, balancing the home's history with modern amenities, new beds, and stylish decor. Convenient off-street parking, huge porches, and strategically placed outdoor accent lighting make it a safe, welcoming property, even after dark.

This 20,000-acre working cattle ranch offers nice accommodations in a rural setting with stunning views of the Mission Valley. You can take part in ranching life in summer or take a pack trip from June through November while staying in one of two fully-equipped cabins. Daily horseback rides are available. Fish for trout, bass, bullhead, and perch, and explore the nearby Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge and Kicking Horse Reservoir in the valley below.

Recent renovations have brought this celebrated resort back into focus, including overhauls of the spacious lodge rooms that now sport attractive wood paneling and new furniture. Choose between Chetola Lodge, the eight-room Bob Timberlake Inn, or from the collection of rental condos on the tranquil property. There's an on-site restaurant and pub, a stocked lake (with free fishing rods to rent), a kids' room with toys and crafts, and a spa, a sauna, and a gorgeous indoor pool. An Orvis outpost within the lodge has the gear—and the guides—needed to target trout in the nearby private-access streams. There's also a sporting reserve that includes archery and a clay-shooting course. 

This hilltop, two-story motel complex makes an excellent base for exploring Boothbay Harbor and Damariscotta as well as Wiscasset. All of the well-appointed rooms (some with four-poster beds) have river views from private balconies or patios. The 4-acre grounds encompass perennial flower gardens, gazebos, and a heated outdoor pool. A generous continental breakfast features straight-from-the-oven muffins, fresh fruit, and usually a special hot dish.

Located blocks from all downtown attractions, this independent hotel is the best known lodging in Vernal and is perfect for families, with a pool to cool the kids down on hot days. The comfortable rooms are filled earth tones and shades of green and while most have two beds, family rooms can accommodate more sleepers. All rooms are also chock full of little extras, including a microwave, refrigerator, and Keurig coffeemaker, and a tiny dinosaur in the bathroom for little ones. A hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate.

This well-maintained adobe-style hotel with a fun retro sign out front and the feel of an old-school Route 66 motel is a real gem. The park-like grounds include a swimming pool, picnic tables, a gazebo, and barbecue grills with complimentary charcoal and utensils. It's located close to Taos Pueblo, downtown Taos, and the north end of town.

This family-operated, all-inclusive lodge offers clean, comfortable cabins with twin beds and propane heating and lights, daily fishing and sightseeing by jet-boat, and home-cooked meals, sometimes served along the water. It sits on Bristol Bay's Peace River in the center of Wood-Tikchik Park near Kulik Spires. There's a maximum of 8 guests at the lodge each week, with daily fly-fishing excursions for rainbow trout, arctic char, arctic grayling, northern pike, and sockeye salmon.

Named after a Lynyrd Skynyrd tune, this old-school 1970s motel has been updated for the Instagram era with colorful furnishings and a soundtrack of vintage music, even a gold Lynyrd Skynyrd record in the lobby. Modern touches include a selfie-worthy pool with cabanas, a take-out eatery designed to look like a food truck, and lots of USB ports. Rooms are small—around 300 feet—and bathrooms are mini, but the price point makes up for that. Bonus: Seagull Beach is located within walking distance.

At the edge of the FiDi and Union Square areas, this boutique hotel manages to be both hip and welcoming, with modern touches on historical bones and cozy guest rooms with all the technological amenities modern travelers require. Guests lounge in the lobby by the hotel’s pièce de résistance, a massive, hand-sculpted art-nouveau fireplace that looks like it leaped out of a fairy tale. For guests visiting on business or working remotely, the marble-topped desks with ergonomic chairs (and the Illy espresso machine for caffeine) are a big plus.