Best Luxury Hotels in USA

The Whitby is an eclectic, funky addition to Tim and Kit Kemp’s British Firmdale Hotel group. Located in the upper midtown, this is the place to be for lovers of innovative contemporary art and design. It has its own state-of-the-art screening room, as well as a gym, drawing room, meeting rooms, restaurant, bar and orangery. It’s very family-friendly too, providing popcorn and movies, board games, books, cribs and special slippers, bathrobes & toiletries for little ones. There’s a programme of hip, cutting-edge events and you can even hire the entire top floor as your own two-bedroom, two-fireplace suite with a dining room and outdoor terrace.

Indulge your inner Willy Wonka when you stay in this former chocolate factory. One, two and three-bedroom apartments are offered within the building, with round-the-clock butler and concierge services on hand. These come with fully equipped kitchens and entertaining areas, ideal for an extended stay. Decor is US loft-style, with polished wooden floors and internal brick walls. Guests can enjoy a drink on the terrace warmed by the glow of a fire pit while looking out over the city. There’s a trolley stop right opposite and direct access to the buzzing Fisherman’s Wharf waterfront area of San Francisco.

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.

Hotel Saint Augustine is a new property from Austin’s acclaimed hospitality group, Bunkhouse Hotels. The boutique hotel is located in Houston’s cultural Montrose neighbourhood and comprises 71 hotel rooms and suites which are set across five small two-story buildings that are connected by open air bridges, lushly landscaped courtyards and porches to create a residential feeling. Onsite amenities include a destination restaurant, an all-day lobby lounge and bar, listening room, an intimate event space, and a cloistered circular courtyard pool for guest use only.

The food and beverage venues are helmed by Houston’s well-known chef and restaurateur Aaron Bludorn and front-of-house partner, Cherif Mbodji, from the Augustine Lounge and Listening Room, offering an all day menu alongside a full bar to the premiere restaurant, Perseid, offering a take on the quintessential neighbourhood bistro paying homage to the global influencers defining Houston’s food and culture through the lens of the Gulf Coast with French influences.

Located in the historic West End, between Georgetown, Dupont Circle and Foggy Bottom and within easy reach of the capital’s most celebrated cultural institutions is The Ritz-Carlton, Washington D.C. The hotel’s interiors evoke the classic grandeur of the city and brings a sense of place by showcasing locally inspired art. Home to 300 guestrooms and suites, ranging from executive and one-bedroom suites to two Presidential Suites and the signature Ritz-Carlton Suite. Guests seeking additional privacy and personalised service should opt for Club Level Access, which includes a dedicated concierge and selected food and beverage offerings for members throughout the day and evening.

Dining takes place across two venues, the Quadtrant Bar and Lounge, celebrated for innovative cocktails and cuisine, along with acclaimed restaurant The Saga. Wellness services are provided through the adjacent 100,000 sq ft Equinox Sports Club, which features an indoor saltwater lap pool, boxing area, full-sized basketball court and a comprehensive Mind Body programme.

Located on the serene Key Biscayne Island and just a short drive from the heart of Miami, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, is the perfect place to relax in luxury. This oceanfront resort offers guests a tranquil escape with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. The resort has been designed to cater for both families and couples seeking a relaxing getaway. With 450 guest rooms, including 37 suites, the resort has rooms for any occasion. The exclusive Ritz-Carlton Suite features expansive ocean views, a spacious living area, and a private balcony.

The rooms are elegant, and spacious and are bathed in natural light. Each room includes modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, plush bedding, and private balconies, many boast breathtaking ocean or garden views.

The resort is home to several restaurants including a signature restaurant offering locally inspired and seasonal cuisine, a beachfront grill, and a sushi bar. The resort also boasts a renowned spa, featuring a range of treatments and wellness programs, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and two outdoor pools, including an adults-only tranquillity pool. Additionally, guests can enjoy tennis courts, water sports, and a can use the Ritz kids’ program so that all the family can enjoy a well-earned holiday.

The resort is also near Crandon Park, a protected natural area perfect for nature walks, golf, and picnicking. It is also just a short drive to Miami’s vibrant downtown, cultural attractions like Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, and the renowned shopping and dining of Coconut Grove and Brickell.

Ideally located on Memphis’s bustling Main Street, ARRIVE Memphis offers a unique stay in style. There are 62 contemporary guestrooms including a selection of studios and the spacious corner loft which features a marble-accented bathroom and provides panoramic views of the city. Each room has all of the modern comforts for your stay and include a complimentary Marshall Bluetooth Speaker, Apple TV and a field guide to help you make the most of your stay. Guests can enjoy the offerings of the all-day bakery and café at Hustle & Dough or something more substantial at the lobby cocktail bar, Bar Hustle, which serves cocktails, pizza and smaller dishes. The hotel’s fully equipped fitness centre boasts a Peloton Bike among its equipment. The hotel makes the perfect venue for functions and offers meeting and two private event spaces for up to 110 guests.

Centrally located beside the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, the Mandarin Oriental sports a modern style with vintage early 20th century touches. Head to the fourth floor to visit the 6,000-square-foot spa – quite possibly the best in the city. Aromatherapy Associates and Linda Meredith products are used for the therapies and there’s a large suite for couples’ treatments. Bar Boulud features a wall of windows and European meets New England cuisine designed by the restaurant’s namesake chef, Daniel Boulud. Following the hotel’s family-friendly credentials, children’s menus are also provided. 148 rooms and public areas are all fully accessible and the hotel and spa have been awarded Forbes Travel Guide’s Five-Stars.

Found in the Golden Triangle — a hub of the Denver arts community — the Curio Collection by Hilton features striking modern architecture, with a quirky silhouette and mirror-effect glass walls. The geometric facade contains a curated collection of artworks within, making it ideal for lovers of contemporary design. Even the fitness centre (named Art in Motion) follows the theme. Farm-to-table New American dishes are served up in FIRE, with creative cocktails mixed at FIRE Lounge and in The Living Room. Bedroom decor is mostly neutral, offset by bright accent pieces, allowing the original prints and canvases to take centre stage.

Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort occupies one of Wailea’s most coveted stretches of coastline, its seven hundred and seventy six rooms and suites arranged across forty acres of gardens, ponds and palm lined pathways that flow toward the curve of Wailea Beach. The scale is impressive yet the atmosphere remains warm and distinctly Hawaiian, framed by natural textures, contemporary island design and a steady interplay between quiet corners and the resort’s sociable heart.

Days unfold between lagoon side dining at Humuhumunukunukuapuaa, the sculpture dotted Botero Lounge and the relaxed rhythm of Wailea Surf Haus, each offering a different lens on the property’s indoor outdoor lifestyle. Kilolani Spa brings a thoughtful wellness thread with hydrotherapy, treatment pavilions and restorative rituals, complemented by a spacious fitness centre and daily classes.

Families are drawn to the famed canyon pools with their slides, rapids and rope swing, while those seeking a more measured tempo find calm at the adults pool or within the Napua Lounge, reserved for guests of the Napua rooms. With tennis, pickleball, cultural activities and easy access to Wailea Golf Club, the resort delivers a broad, experience rich stay, moments from boutique shopping, coastal trails and Maui’s celebrated snorkelling reefs.

The famed British brand occupies floors 15 to 30 on Water Tower Place, close to the lake. 434 rooms have massive picture windows and a warm colour scheme. Steaks, seafood and pasta are the specialities at The Ritz restaurant, Torali, but there’s also a cafe, lobby bar and cocktails on the roof (when the weather allows). It’s a great choice for those with children: Ritz Kids Club provides a ‘red wagon’ on arrival from which each child can choose a toy, a candy cart does the rounds, the restaurant has menus for younger diners and rooms come with mini-sized robes and slippers. And there’s a lovely spa for the grown-ups.

Steps from Central Park, 1 Hotel Central Park offers 229 rooms and suites that exhibits urban luxury through sustainability and nature-inspired design. Housed within a 19-storey building draped in ivy and reclaimed timber, the interiors are built from salvaged materials and live greenery, creating a calm, biophilic retreat in Midtown Manhattan.

The hotel’s flagship restaurant, Jams by Chef Jonathan Waxman, serves seasonal farm-to-table cuisine in a vibrant open-kitchen setting, while Lobby Farmstand offers organic snacks and juices sourced from local purveyors. Guests can work out in the fully equipped fitness centre or join guided runs through Central Park.

With electric Audi e-tron house cars, filtered water systems, and reclaimed furnishings throughout, 1 Hotel Central Park balances eco-conscious values with refined comfort—offering an oasis of calm just moments from Fifth Avenue, the Theatre District, and many more of the city’s most iconic landmarks.