2894 Best Hotels in USA

East Austin’s landmark, ARRIVE, is a masonry structure shaped as a giant piece of abstract art. The 2019 build has an industrial bohemian aesthetic and features 83 guest rooms, a Spanish restaurant, and a patio bar. The boutique hipster hotel fits in nicely on this trendy nightlife stretch of East Sixth Street. Guests can access some of the most sought-after bars and restaurants in town by foot, bike, or car. (Safe street parking can be scarce, however). The on-site Lefty's Brick Bar is a casual neighborhood bar and courtyard restaurant, and there's also a spacious rooftop patio. The staff is friendly and eager to help a younger-skewing clientele who don't mind the sparse amenities.

This hotel is part of the Hyatt family (in its Unbound Collection) yet it’s very boutique-y, which is the essence of the hotel chain’s upscale brand-within-a-brand. As the former Chicago Athletic Association (operated from 1893-2007 and designed to emulate Doge’s Palace in Venice, Italy), the hotel still gets calls asking about “gym hours” but most locals know this is a cool spot to hang even if you aren’t an overnight guest. You just might be lifting cocktails at Cindy’s Rooftop—not weights in the fitness center.

The lobby and other social spaces (including the hotel's gorgeous The George restaurant) of this sophisticated 1920s icon meld Old World glamour with modern luxury to stylishly complement contemporary guest rooms that feature mid-century-inspired furnishings and all-marble bathrooms with rain showers and designer toiletries. The rooms are airy and inviting, with a gray-and-tourmaline palette, chic furniture, and luxurious bedding. Kids get perks like child-size bathrobes. The well-heeled leisure or business traveler will find everything they need here: afternoon tea at the ornate Georgian with its stunning Palladian windows; fabulous seafood and impeccable service at Shuckers, one of Seattle's oldest oyster bars; a fitness center with an indoor pool; a full-service business center; a day spa; and a shopping arcade. The café, 4th Ave, is the hotel's answer to Starbucks, opening early with espressos and savory bites.

Just south of Pike Place Market and steps from the Seattle Art Museum, this Downtown gem overlooking Elliott Bay is polished and elegant, with spacious light-filled guest rooms; after a renovation in 2023, the fresh new design features serene hues that nod to the hotel's surroundings, museum-quality art reproductions, and comfortable high-end modern furnishings. An extensive day spa offers chaise-lounge mini-treatments on the hotel's glamorous terrace, which features an infinity pool perched above the beautiful Puget Sound. At the seriously stylish Goldfinch Tavern, taste fabulous cocktails and Northwest cuisine with stunning Elliott Bay views. 

Surrounded by the trendy lofts and cobblestone streets of TriBeCa, this Robert De Niro-backed boutique hotel contains 86 rooms and suites – including two duplexes and a sprawling penthouse – each one with its own unique character and decor. An excellent Japan-inspired spa, serene underground pool, private dining areas for guests, faultless service, and delightful in-room amenities make The Greenwich Hotel one of NYC’s most quietly luxurious stays.

From its jaw-dropping bay views to the fabulous location just steps from Pike Place Market, this is a unique place you'll want to visit again and again; excellent service and dining options make it even more worth the splurge. The inn is well-known for the friendly, helpful staff and excellent room service from Bacco (breakfast) and French charmer Café Campagne (dinner). The contemporary rooms feature a soothing white-and-beige palette, stylish furniture, and incredibly comfortable Hypnos beds. Foodies, romantics, and everyone in between will love the prime location. Rooms are differentiated by the type of view, but if you opt for a City Side room (a good deal even in high season), you can still enjoy uninterrupted water views from the spacious fifth-floor deck perched above Puget Sound. Across the courtyard, you'll find the superb Sushi Kashiba, helmed by renowned chef Shiro Kashiba, who trained under chef Jiro Ono (the subject of the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi); it's a splurge but arguably the best sushi in Seattle.

Within Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s last building design, this black, boxy skyscraper spans 52 stories and sits along the Chicago River in River North. As one of only three Langham hotels in the U.S. (others are in Boston, New York City, and Pasadena, California), the lone Midwestern outpost from the Hong Kong luxury brand checks off all the boxes, including lavish spa treatments and dining with a view. It’s also LEED Gold certified, the highest sustainability level awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council.

This historic Midtown hotel unfolds across a 19th-century mansion (The Palace) and a soaring glass tower (The Towers). Between the extravagant lobby, ornate drinking and dining venues, postcard-worthy views of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and upmarket address on Madison Avenue, the hotel delivers old-school New York glamour with just enough contemporary edge. 

Towering over busy Columbus Circus, the Mandarin Oriental brings Eastern-inspired elegance and tranquility to one of the city’s busiest crossroads. Sophisticated decor, unmatched hospitality, and a stand-out spa and swimming pool make this sanctuary in the sky a welcome respite after a busy day of exploring NYC.

There’s not a more fitting neighborhood than the edgy Fulton Market (Chicago’s former meat-packing district) for this Japanese-inspired hotel (with actor Robert De Niro and sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa as partners) to have popped up in late 2020. Minimal, elegant design marks the attached Nobu Chicago (the restaurant) and the hotel’s rooms, and the rooftop is a sweet year-round spot.

With a clientele that includes high rollers, rock stars, and business execs, as well as families and couples, there’s something for everyone at this luxury hotel. The hotel takes up an entire block just off of North Michigan Avenue. Open since 2001, there are only two other U.S. properties from the Hong Kong brand: in Beverly Hills and New York City.

This Upper East Side hideaway is in the thick of Manhattan’s high-culture enclave, one block from Central Park and Museum Mile (home to the Guggenheim, the Met, and the Frick Collection, to name a few), and a 15-minute taxi ride to the theater district. Inside, The Surrey feels like a peaceful retreat, with a chic lounge and buzzy restaurant, elegant and spacious suites, and a restorative spa, all complemented by attentive service that makes guests feel at home.

Designed by local star architects Olson Kundig, the 12-story Thompson Seattle (a Hyatt hotel) makes an impression with a contemporary glass exterior and sophisticated guest rooms that feature floor-to-ceiling windows (some framing epic water views), hardwood floors, a crisp white-and-navy palette, and leather and smoked-glass accents. An emerald-velvet sectional in the art book-filled lobby catches the eye, as do the Pacific Northwest–themed touches throughout the design-savvy hotel. The Thompson's Conversation restaurant offers regional cuisine (don't skip the Dungeness crab Benedict for brunch), while the hugely popular rooftop bar, The Nest, serves up craft cocktails and unbeatable views.

Following a mammoth $2 billion restoration project, the beloved Waldorf Astoria is reemerging as one of the city’s most glitzy locations. Commanding an entire Midtown block between Park and Lexington Avenues, the hotel contains 375 brand new guest rooms and suites, a glamorous bar, two destination restaurants, a 20,000 sq. ft. Wellness Center and spa, and even a grand ballroom that’s hosted everyone from U.S. presidents to European royalty.

In The Proper's first foray outside California, Interior designer Kelly Wearstler spent years traveling Texas collecting vintage pieces for the Austin outpost. The result is a breath of West Coast cool with a hint of spice breezing through downtown’s Second Street corridor. The rooftop deck, lobby lounge, and patio restaurant have become fixtures to local somebodies.

Originally called The Roosevelt, this historic Seattle hotel has continuously been in operation since 1929. It maintains that roaring twenties flair despite numerous renovations, most recently in 2016, when it underwent a complete rebranding. Now called Hotel Theodore, visitors enjoy old-school charm along with an updated, contemporary arthouse atmosphere in a central location. Each of the 150 guest rooms features unique artwork, as does the Roosevelt Penthouse suite, previously the owner’s private residence. There are also pet-friendly options.

Downtown may have become a step-and-repeat of chain establishments, but The Line is one of the few places that proudly holds on to Austin’s revered musical heritage. This was previously a jazz club that broadcast live on local radio in the sixties. Now a medium-sized hotel with a boutique feel, the strings keep on strumming across vibey social spaces including a lakeside pool, taco shack, and terrace bar.

Tucked into the booming Lakeshore East area near Navy Pier, you get a quiet sanctuary setting (particularly in the spa or while enjoying Japanese dining at Miru) paired with a view of Navy Pier, the Riverwalk, and the Chicago skyline. This luxury hotel, the only St. Regis in the Midwest, is within the tallest skyscraper designed by a woman—Chicago’s own Jeanne Gang. Just look for the blue building that literally shimmers on a sunny day.

On the well-heeled corner of Madison Avenue and 76th Street, the Carlyle fuses elegance with Manhattan swank, and calls for the aplomb of entering a Chanel boutique: walk in chin high, ready to impress (and be impressed). Everything about this Upper East Side landmark suggests cultivated refinement: some rooms remain decorated with fine antique furniture, while many of the accommodations underwent an update in 2021. Its famed black and white marble lobby remains, and dining and entertainment options captivate guests, especially when cabaret luminaries hold court at the Café Carlyle. Bemelmans Bar is one of the great old-school local cocktail spots; and Dowling's at Carlyle, opened in fall 2021, can give the brunch crowd something to chew on with a decadent menu. For pampering, the Valmont Spa and/or Yves Durif Salon can buff, polish, and glow you up for a fancy night out. If you want the fragrance of timeless uptown elegance to go; look for Brooklyn-based perfumer, D.S. & Durga's The Carlyle, a scent created for the hotel's guests. 

With sweeping views of downtown L.A. to Santa Monica, this sustainable upscale hotel is inspired by the sparkling surf, sea, and warm sunshine of Southern California. They partnered with Angel City Lumber to recover 75 tons of wood from fallen trees in California for design elements throughout the hotel. Dining options include 1 Kitchen Restaurant, Juniper Lounge and Garden, and Harriet's Rooftop. Visit the Bramford Wellness Spa to relax, rejuvenate, and recharge. This pet-friendly hotel allows two pets under 25 pounds. A cleaning fee is charged based on damage to the room.

Once a home for widows, this 1700s-era mansion has been remodeled into a 50-room boutique hotel, one of the city's only boutique options with a pool. Rooms are designed with a Mediterranean feel, and amenities include a small gym and sauna, an attentive staff, and breakfast served next to the pool. There's also a cocktail bar and restaurant on-site, both of which are good.

A Philadelphia institution for almost a century, The Bellevue reopened in late 2024 after a full renovation offering elegant lodging and spacious rooms at the very heart of the city. The rooms, done in dark neutrals with a modern twist, have large walk-in closets and high ceilings and moldings typical of older buildings; suites juggle the building's beaux-arts heritage with contemporary touches. Hotel guests also have access to The Sporting Club at the Bellevue, a gigantic gym with an indoor track, tons of workout classes, plus a huge lifting room with tons of equipment.

Sweeping views of Philadelphia, a world-class spa, luxurious accommodations, and multiple spaces for eating and drinking make up the Four Seasons Hotel atop the Comcast Technology Center. Designed by famed architect Lord Norman Foster, the hotel occupies floors 48 to 60 with 180 rooms and 39 suites. The minimalistic design allows the views outside to serve as the decor. Due to its location, technology is a strong focus for the hotel with some of the fastest Wi-Fi is in the city and more than 50,000 complimentary movies and shows on demand. The restaurants—Jean-Georges Philadelphia, JG Skyhigh, Vernick Fish, and Vernick Coffee Bar—feature decadent tasting menus, house-made delicacies, and thoughtful cocktails, while the 57th-floor spa offers massages, facials, and more, all within a space that was built around and on top of 700 pounds of healing crystals that are said to radiate relaxing energy to all who enter the spa.

There is luxury at every turn in this stalwart accommodation for the Silicon Valley power players from the prestigious global brand. Technically, the hotel is in East Palo Alto, the historically-challenged neighbor of Palo Alto, but the hotel is situated right on busy U.S. 101, so it’s incredibly convenient to both San Francisco and the main office areas. The typical Four Seasons bells and whistles are here with particularly comfortable beds; terrific work desks with ergonomic chairs (this is the heart of Silicon Valley after all); an on-site spa; excellent service; and a thoughtful, upscale modern design that feels posh and Californian together. For a sense of how the movers and shakers network in this pivotal region, just spend happy hour or peak morning coffee rush here.

Upon arrival to this sustainably built, LEED-certified hotel, guests are greeted by a 12-foot-high sculpture of Fly Boy, a comic character, creating a sense of whimsy. But the Graduate, which is adjacent to the impressive Cornell Tech campus, also nods to the school, with a lobby lined by 5,000 square feet of bookshelves, campus colors, and communal seating to invite congregating. Rooms offer floor-to-ceiling views of Manhattan, Roosevelt-Island-themed art, and cool wallpapered bathrooms. You'll also find hallway portraits of FDR and his \"Four Freedoms Speech\" hanging in every guest room, which is good to read before visiting the nearby Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park. Panorama Room, the sexy rooftop bar and lounge is the main win here: it offers wrap-around views, an art deco-inspired bar, and a mirrored DJ booth. The ground-floor restaurant, Anything At All, serves seasonal American food in a bright modern space, or on the patio, for all three meals. 

On the shore of Tomales Bay, these cottages (some are quite grand, others are typical hotel room–sized) are warm and homey, with wooden stoves and a decor that nicely balances an old maritime aesthetic with a contemporary edge. The prime cottages overlook the water, while the other half of accommodations are on the nonwater side of Highway 1. The farm-to-table restaurant is a draw even for visitors who aren't staying at the hotel, plus there's live music every Tuesday.

The art-deco design of this Pendry hotel exudes contemporary luxury from the moment you drive into the circular drive. The artwork is exquisite, including a steel and glass Portal Icosahedron sculpture by Anthony James. Even though the hotel is filled with eye-popping art, the hotel's true standout feature is the rooftop restaurant Merois, helmed by world-famous chef Wolfgang Puck. Guest rooms and Merois have glorious views of the Hollywood Hills and West Hollywood below. Modern in-room amenities include hardwood flooring, comfortable beds, and marble bathrooms. Everywhere you look, you'll find a nice surprise: there's the 100-seat live music venue, a bowling alley/bar, a champagne vending machine, and Cadillacs that you can just take out for a complimentary spin around town. This is a pet-friendly hotel. The fee is $150 per pet during your stay.

Across from Yerba Buena Gardens and SFMOMA, the luxurious and modern St. Regis is favored by celebrities, business titans and leisure travelers drawn to rooms and suites decorated with leather-paneled headboards; 3D graphic art pieces by Christo Saba; floral touches; and lots of natural light from windows offering city views (suites feature stunning floor-to-ceiling windows). It's no surprise that the design is a main inspiration for the other contemporary/sleek-style St. Regis properties elsewhere around the globe. The spacious bathrooms have deep soaking tubs, plush robes, and steady pressure rainfall showers. The hotel's glamorous restaurant and bar are a favorite gathering spot for the city's power players and C-suite visitors, who seem to appear like clockwork at 6 pm for the nightly champagne sabering celebration.

If you're in town to cut your new hit single, you'll appreciate this near-the-Strip hidden retreat in the heart of WeHo, with Nightbird—two on-site recording studios. Many a rocker has called the Sunset Marquis home. Check out the oversize portraits lining the walls of the hotel's exclusive speakeasy Bar 1200. Suites and ultra-private villas, which are set amid lush gardens, are roomy and plush with comfy beds, rain showers, and flat-screens. Fully soundproofed windows and blackout curtains ensure total serenity. The 53 villas are lavish with extras: kitchens, fireplaces, spacious bathrooms, and on-call butlers available to handle everything from unpacking to booking spa appointments. The concept restaurant Cavatina delights guests with Mediterranean-influenced small plates and entrées delivering garden (and rock star) views. Relax and soak in the California sunshine at the two outdoor heated pools and on-site full spa.

A complete makeover in 2025 gave the already stylish W’s ultra-comfortable rooms a polished look with hardwood flooring, marble bathrooms, designer lighting, and curved couches. The curves begin in the lobby under a massive abstract chandelier of mirrored circles. Curved tufted velvet couches fill the retro-styled, sunken conversation pit. The horseshoe-shaped lobby bar overlooks both the luxe seating area and the greenery-filled patio; when the weather is fine, accordion doors open to the outside. On the roof, the pool deck sports two bars and the most luxurious poolside cabanas in Hollywood. Workout in the extra-large gym complete with Pelotons, free weights and other spiffy equipment. Upper floor rooms can face the Pantages Theatre’s historic neon-lit facade, the Capitol Records building, the famed hills and all the way to downtown. The bedside, mini-Marshall amp blue tooth speaker, along with a full bar, lets guests set their own vibe.