Best Luxury Hotels in USA

The USA, with 50 states, has something for every luxury traveller. From the metropolis of New York to the national parks of Yellowstone or Yosemite, the States can provide an urban adventure or indeed one in nature. Go surfing off the coast of California or enjoy the skate scene in Los Angeles. Head north to the Rocky Mountains and trek between stunning summits or swim beneath spectacular waterfalls.

Travel east to New York and enjoy the street food scene or retreat to the Napa Valley and enjoy world-class wine tasting. Discover the elegance of historic mansions in the south or fly over the pacific to Hawaii and stay in exclusive resorts. Whether it’s white water rafting in Colorado or sunbathing in a sandy bay in Florida, USA has something for the luxury traveller who seeks both relaxation and thrill. The accommodation options are just as varied from large hotels in the cities to smaller retreats in beautiful coastal towns. Read on to find out about our favourite places to stay.

Missouri, Kansas City

The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 126 Accommodations Including Studio Rooms & Suites
Amenities 24-Hour Fitness Centre On-Site Dining Venue Offering Modern American Cuisine & In-Room Massage Services Available.
More Located In Kansas City's Country Club Plaza District Steps Away From Shopping Dining & Entertainment Options.

Experience European elegance in the middle of America at The Raphael. In receipt of accolades including the Best Historic Hotel award from Historic Hotels Worldwide and a Wine Spectator Award, it has a vintage appeal. Chaz Restaurant and Lounge provides all-day dining with nightly live jazz music. And all 126 bedrooms come with a king bed, pillowtop mattress, 300-thread count sheets, hypoallergenic pillows and an iPod docking station. Top-level suites have up to two bedrooms, water-jetted tubs and dressing areas. Book a package to complement your special trip, in a hotel that’s popular with honeymooners.

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The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

Missouri, Kansas City

Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 216 Guest Rooms & Suites With Art Deco Design & Modern Amenities.
Amenities On-Site Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar With 24-Hour Fitness Centre & Business Facilities.
More Located In Downtown Kansas City Near Convention Centre & Entertainment District.

A former haberdashery, this building dates back to the 1930s, its 20 storeys rendering it a longtime landmark on the city horizon. Look out for lots of original features, including the mail chute which runs the full height of the property and a gold-winged statue representing the goddess Dawn. In its current life as a hotel, Phillips Kansas City offers 216 bedrooms, equipped with luxurious amenities like C.O Bigelow bath products and Keurig coffee, some with claw foot tubs. Don’t miss cocktails at the Speakeasy, where the hotel’s art deco finesse is at its peak, dinner at Tavernonna and nightcaps in the Diamond Lounge.

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Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton

Oregon, Portland

Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 117 Rooms & Suites, Each Featuring Cork-Lined Walls, Industrial Accents, & Graffiti-inspired Artwork
Amenities Dining at Bacchus Bar & Il Solito, 24-hour Fitness Centre, Pet-friendly Accommodations, Adult Game Lounge
More Set in Tthe Heart of Downtown Portland

Channelling the city’s quirkier side, The Kimpton offers an alternative, edgy backdrop, with all of the brand’s luxe living. Check out the graffiti-inspired cork art; hop on a loaner bike to explore further afield and lose a few hours in the onsite adult-only gaming lounge (it has shuffleboard, a pool table, board games, a Nintendo Wii, a PlayStation and an Xbox); and eat in the lobby’s urban tasting room, or the neighbourhood-style Italian restaurant Il Solito — say no to housekeeping and you’ll get a credit to spend here as a reward for going green.

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Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland

Oregon, Portland

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 294 Guestrooms Including 4 Suites Comprising 3 One-Bedroom Suites & 1 Two-Bedroom Suite.
Amenities Features Include A Rooftop Lounge With Panoramic Views, Italian-Inspired Restaurant, Market-Style Caf, Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Sauna, Steam Room, Meditation Patio, 24-Hour Fitness Centre & Pet-Friendly Accommodations.
More Located In Downtown Portland's Arts District Adjacent To The Willamette River & Cultural Landmarks.

This 297-bedroom hotel is located in the central downtown district and offers excellent food and beverage options. The Terrane Italian Kitchen + Bar showcases fine local seafood, The Portland Exchange Grocer and Goods serves as both a cafe and quick stop shop and Chiosco Pizza Window provides a streetside takeaway. Then there’s the Xport Bar & Lounge on the 16th-floor, rooftop, with firepits and river views accompanied by signature cocktails that make use of the local Rose City vodka and Townshend’s White Rose liqueur. Cartography features in the modern interior design, with rooms containing infographic maps of Portland.

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The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

Oregon, Portland

The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 251 Rooms & Suites Including Deluxe & Two-Bedroom Options With Panoramic City Or Mountain Views.
Amenities Facilities Include A Spa With Five Treatment Rooms, A 4,000-Square-Foot Fitness Centre, An Indoor Infinity Pool, A 20th-Floor Restaurant, A Ground-Floor Lounge, Club Level Accommodations With Private Lounge Access, And Pet-Friendly Policies.
More Located In Downtown Portland, The Hotel Offers Easy Access To Cultural Attractions, Shopping, And Dining.([Travel Market Report][10])

The Ritz Carlton property is a landmark on the downtown horizon. Soaring 35 storeys, it gleams in the sunshine, from its position on the corner of Southwest Washington and 10th Avenue. The architecture is eye-catching and inside, guests will find plenty of bespoke visuals, with murals and works by local artists nodding to regional motifs. The 251-bedroom hotel is Portland’s third tallest construction, taking advantage of its views with huge windows and an infinity pool on the 20th floor. There’s also a 7,000-square-foot fitness centre, Meadowrue cafe on the ground floor, Bellpine ocean-themed restaurant on 20 and a spa.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

Oregon, Portland

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 331 Elegantly Designed Rooms & Suites, including three Signature Suites
More Located in the Historic Meier & Frank Building in Downtown Portland

Beginning on the eighth floor of the Meier and Frank building, this LEED Silver Certified Hotel sits adjacent to the hip Pearl District. Over 400 works of art are embedded across the property, which sports a colour scheme heavy in turquoise, metallics and creams, alongside patterned wallpapers. Bedrooms come with BeeKind Collection products by Gilchrist & Soames. And guests can dine at Urban Farmer in the open atrium, or on the rooftop at Departure. Sustainability features heavily here, with herb and mushroom gardens onsite, rooftop beehives and water collection systems. In 2023, The Nines was voted #1 Hotel in the Pacific Northwest by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine readers panel.

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The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

Missouri, Kansas City

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 800 Guestrooms Including 47 Suites With Contemporary Design & City Views.
Amenities Dining Options Feature A Lobby Bar & Rooftop Lounge Alongside A Street-Level Restaurant & Grab-And-Go Market.
More Located In Downtown Kansas City With Direct Access To The Convention Center & Proximity To Major Attractions

Launched in 2020, this downtown hotel accommodates a whopping 800 guestrooms. Additionally, it has a lobby bar, a grab-and-go coffee shop, an indoor saltwater swimming pool and 60,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The Stilwell Restaurant and Bar serves American classics for sit-in and take-out. While the Horsefeather Social provides views of the Performing Arts Center over light meals. A bridge connects the Loews Hotel to the Kansas City Convention Center, the streetcar is right outside and many attractions are walkable, including the Power and Light District.

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Loews Kansas City Hotel

Tennessee, Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 464 Rooms & Suites Including Presidential & Specialty Options.
Amenities Facilities Include Multiple Dining Venues, Full-Service Spa, Fitness Centre & Indoor Pool.
More Located In Downtown Memphis Near Beale Street & Historic Attractions.

See the daily march of the resident Mallard ducks at the Peabody, as they traverse from their rooftop penthouse to the hotel’s lobby’s ornate fountain. Originally opened in 1869, this Grande Dame is found on the National Register of Historic Places and has played a role in the shaping of the city. Nowadays it boasts Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond ratings. Its signature restaurant, Chez Philippe, brings together modern American and French cuisine in four and seven-course menus. There’s also a grill restaurant, several bars, a weekend brunch and a refined afternoon tea service.

Tennessee, Memphis

The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 123 Meticulously Designed Rooms & Suites, including the Main Line Suite, the Loft, & the Expansive South Main Suite
Amenities Unique Amenities like a Listening Room, Extensive Vinyl Collection, & In-House DJ
More Located in the South Main Historic Arts District, Celebrating Memphis's Rich Musical HeritageLocated in the South Main Historic Arts District, Celebrating Memphis's Rich Musical Heritage

Over a century of history floods this location, around which has grown one of the most exciting neighbourhoods in the city. The Station is now home to 123 king, double and queen guest rooms which offer views over either the South Main district or the Mississippi. Each enjoys the mod cons of a 49″ HDTV, USB outlets, EgglestonWorks speakers through which you can listen to the hotel’s own daily playlist), premium cable channels, Keurig® coffee makers and bath products by the William Roam Steam Collection. Experience Southern cooking at The Bishop and kick back with a craft cocktail as you listen to some vinyl records in the bar.

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The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton

California, Newport Beach

The Resort At Pelican Hill

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 332 Bungalows & Villas with Vaulted Ceilings & Private Terraces
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues Including Poolside & Casual Cafe, Spa with 22 Treatment Rooms, Fitness Centre, Three Outdoor Pools, Pet Friendly Policies, Kids' Club, & Two Championship Golf Courses
More Situated on 504 Acres Overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Newport Beach

Voted the number one resort in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler magazine, Pelican Hill has welcomed the likes of Kate Beckinsale. 332 bungalows and two, three and four-bedroom Tuscan-style villas (the latter provide access to a Villa Clubhouse) are set within over 500 acres of manicured grounds, boasting rattan furniture, wood-beam ceilings, deep soaking marble baths and limestone fireplaces. Guests can sun themselves on private cabanas beside the Roman-inspired Coliseum Pool, where 1.1 million hand-cut glass mosaic tiles glow beneath the waters. All of this is surrounded by serene and protected green space.

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The Resort At Pelican Hill

California, Newport Beach

Lido House, Autograph Collection

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 130 Stylish Guest Rooms including Eight Suites & Five Designer Cottages
Amenities Dining options Feature Mayor's Table Pacific Pub + Kitchen & Topside Roof Deck
More Located in the Heart of Newport Beach with easy Access to Local attractionsLocated in the Heart of Newport Beach with easy Access to Local attractions

Lido House, Autograph Collection occupies the site of the former City Hall and is now a beautiful boutique hotel which perfectly encapsulates an authentic beach house experience. It has a Cape Cod meets nautical feel, designed by Los Angeles-based architect Rob Sinclair and a five-storey lighthouse as part of its makeup. Comprising 130 stylish guest rooms, including five unique cottages with private roof terraces with BBQs. Dining takes place at the Mayor’s Table restaurant with its open kitchen, bar and glass-walled wine room, while outdoors guests can enjoy drinks at Topside, the only Newport Beach wine bar with a rooftop, it’s a sophisticated space with celebration-worthy views. Leisure facilities also include an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness centre and a Spa.

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Lido House, Autograph Collection

Maryland, Baltimore

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 202 Guest Rooms & Suites including Family-friendly Options with Bunk Beds & Romantic Suites with Soaking Tubs
Amenities Features B&O American Brasserie Serving American Cuisine, in-room Yoga Mats, a 24-hour Fitness Centre & Pet-Friendly Amenities
More Located near Baltimore's inner Harbour in a Historic Beaux-Arts Building

Book a room close to the Inner Harbor, in an international chain hotel that’s anything but generic. Kimpton takes great care to ensure each of its properties reflect the local area and its heritage. And their Baltimore property —an impressive restored 1906 Beaux Arts building, the former headquarters of B&O Railroad — retains all of its period elegance, along with some complimentary, bold, 21st-century colours. Bedrooms here include Frette linens, gourmet honour bars, Bigelow toiletries and work desks. Dine onsite at the excellent B&O American Brasserie, or try out some of the seafood options on the doorstep.

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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor




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