Best Luxury Hotels in USA

This building has seen plenty of illustrious figures pass through its doors since opening in the 19th century. Nicknamed the Residence of Presidents (it’s close to the city’s premier address), the hotel is a celebrity haunt, with five-star service. The Round Robin Bar (described as the Oval Office of bars by Conde Nast Traveller) dates back to 1847 and specialises in handmade cocktails, while by day, it’s a sophisticated spot for afternoon tea. Cafe du Parc is a Forbes Travel Guide recommended French brasserie, while Le Cafe is its coffee shop sibling, with delicious pastries, entrees and a petite menu.

Just steps away from the lights of River Street, this boutique hotel offers great views of the waterway and a vintage maritime feel inside. Guests can enjoy a curated programme of live music from local artists, including Southern blues and jazz. Watch the boats pass by from the outdoor terrace of Rocks on the Roof with some tapas and a handcrafted cocktail; or dine at the indoor section of the restaurant, savouring the all-American flavours. Other highlights of The Bohemian Hotel include a glass of champagne on arrival, Matelassé bed linens, in-room Starbucks coffee and oyster shell chandeliers.

Set in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, The Loutrel is a 50-room luxury boutique hotel that seamlessly blends contemporary sophistication with the city’s rich architectural heritage. Opened in November 2021 the property draws inspiration from Charleston’s renowned gardens and classic Lowcountry design, creating an inviting retreat for discerning travelers. The property features a garden-inspired lobby bar called the Veranda Lounge, an all-inclusive private Clubroom for guests and a picturesque biophilic-designed rooftop terrace boasting sweeping views of the city skyline. Designed for the traveler who values time and life experiences above all else, The Loutrel embraces Charleston’s present moment with an upscale, refined aesthetic and exclusive, thoughtfully curated programming to personalise every guest’s visit.

High ceilings, rich historical architectural elements, and sleek, mid-century design merge in the revitalised Jarmulowsky Bank, now a vibrant hotel in the Lower East Side neighbourhood. Guided by architectural plans from 1912, the lobby boasts a majestic arched window, marble floors and a domed tempietto on the rooftop is a feature. The hotel’s 113 rooms, inspired by vintage aesthetics, are adorned with pine floors, handcrafted ceramic lamps, and unique artworks by local artists. These rooms are bathed in natural light through expansive windows, offering panoramic views of the New York City skyline. Dining at the hotel is a culinary treat with the Swan Room, Dining Room and Corner Bar, under the direction of Michelin-starred chef Ignacio Mattos. Surrounded by cultural institutions, picturesque streets, and unique restaurants, Nine Orchard is a great base in downtown New York’s Lower East Side.

In the heart of Brickell is EAST Miami, an innovative lifestyle hotel, less than a 30-minute drive from Miami International Airport. Created as an ‘alternative to luxury’, this upscale property is all about the experience. Stay in one of the skyscraper view suites, or indulge in the innovative dining including the laidback sophistication of Quinto, the exclusivity of Tea Room, the vibrancy of Sugar, and the sun-kissed style of the Pool & Deck. EAST Miami is contemporary and inviting, with a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere. This striking high-rise hotel features innovative design and thoughtful amenities, and accommodation that caters to both families and couples, including spacious suites with sweeping skyline views.

Offering villa living within a hotel complex, each of the 37 residences here has at least three bedrooms and a pool. The resort provides guests with a full-service spa, an 18-hole Greg Norman Signature Golf Course, 11 restaurants and bars, tennis courts, children’s activities, babysitting services, water sports and fishing in the neighbouring Grande Lakes. Covering 500 acres, the venue has been inspired by its natural surroundings and provides on-site eco-tours. And for those wanting some adult-only time, there’s a child-free pool area. It’s a relatively new addition to the Orlando hotel scene (and the Ritz-Carlton portfolio), having opened its doors in 2018.

At the heart of the Arts District, the Fairmont is a cosmopolitan 545 bedroom hotel. Inside is a Starbucks coffee shop and the Pyramid Restaurant. Many ingredients used in the latter, come from the hotel’s incredible rooftop garden. Here fresh herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables are grown and harvested onsite, ensuring a roof to table dining ethos!  It’s the longest-running AAA / Four Diamond restaurant in the city, with a sophisticated and glamorous ambience. Also found on the rooftop, is a junior olympic sized pool surrounded by comfy lounge chairs, a kids’ pool, and a bar serving lighter meals.

A city centre resort, this is both five-star and AAA Five Diamond certified. The 40,000 square foot Pool Piazza (incorporating a cafe, bar and a fireplace for winter months) stands at the centre, with an LA meets French Riviera vibe. St Regis has two further bars, including The Garden Room restaurant and a spa. Guests staying here receive the hallmark St. Regis Butler Service, where every need is anticipated for an elevated experience around the clock. And its 182 guest rooms provide the luxury home-from-home feel, with marble bathrooms and iPad controls.

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.

Built in the 1920s, the Viceroy’s terracotta and brick exterior has remained. But an entirely new 18 storey glass building has been erected behind, filled with mid-century furnishings, all imagined and created by Goettsch Partners and TAL Studio. It’s an arty design hotel, slightly high-brow – the grand lobby even sports a poetry wall. A rooftop pool offers summer swims, plus there’s a fitness centre, ample meeting facilities for business travellers and a rooftop lounge, Devereaux. A seasonally changing menu from chef Lee Wolen can be found at the in-house restaurant Somerset, with the option of sharing family meals, as well as fine cuisine.

A coastal resort on the peninsula of the city’s bay area, The Current Hotel has a stunning contemporary rooftop bar (the tallest one in Tampa Bay), with an infinity-like outdoor pool and its own private beach. 171 bedrooms and nine suites have floor to ceiling windows to maximise the panoramic views of the ocean. Plus there are two restaurants, a curated gift shop, an in-house art gallery displaying work by local-award winning artists and a fitness centre on the ninth floor. Part of the Marriott portfolio, The Current is a four-star establishment.

An in-house Sisley Spa and prime waterfront setting will ensure you won’t want to leave the confines of this lavish Marina del Ray Ritz hotel. The pool – open 24 hours a day – looks out onto the wharf. For those wishing to stay active, there’s a gym and two tennis courts, with energetic kids occupied by dedicated children’s activities. The AAA Four Diamond resort contains 304 bedrooms (with the top two floors of Club Level rooms proffering the best views) and a restaurant with a trendy terrace area. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is just 5 miles from LAX, so ideal for a pre or post-flight stopover.