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.

Louisiana, New Orleans, French Quarter (Vieux Carré)

Hotel de la Poste – French Quarter, A Renaissance Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 97 Rooms & Suites with Bayou-inspired Décor
Amenities Features 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar Serving Southern Cuisine, Fit Gym, Wet Pool
More Situated Steps From Jackson Square & Bourbon Street

Hotel de la Poste – French Quarter, A Renaissance Hotel is a beautiftul modern hotel that is hiiden away in French Quarter, a lesser-known and enigmatic side of the city. Each of the HOW MANY ROOMS blend jewel-toned bayou inspirations and the Quarter’s own musical culture to create a cosy nook away from the hustle and bustle. Guests can dine at 3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar near Bourbon Street and serves delicious Southern cuisine, strong cocktails and an internationally famous weekend brunch. Onsite leisure facilities include an outdoor pool and fitness centre whilst there is a great variety of local experiences which can be enjoyed within easy access of the hotel.

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Hotel de la Poste – French Quarter, A Renaissance Hotel

Louisiana, New Orleans, Downtown New Orleans

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 504 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining options like Sazerac Bar & Fountain Lounge, Rooftop Pool, Waldorf astoria Spa, Fitness Centre, & Prime Location Just Steps from the French Quarter
More Set in the Heart of New orleans, Close to Major attractions & the Vibrant French Quarter

A Grande Dame from another big name hotelier, The Roosevelt has an old school, glamorous feel. Walnut panelling, dark wood furnishings, leather armchairs, chandeliers, gilt columns and low-level lighting create a Presidential atmosphere befitting its title. Rooms come with Waldorf Serenity beds, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, Ferragamo toiletries and minibars. The Roosevelt was built in 1893, but underwent major reconstruction in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, reopening in 2009. The Mississippi River is within strolling distance and its feature restaurant, Sazerac, is a destination dining venue. There’s also an Italian eatery, a rooftop poolside bar and Teddy’s cafe for coffee and fresh pastries.

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The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Louisiana, New Orleans, French Quarter (Vieux Carré)

The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 229 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Features include M Bistro offering Authentic New orleans Cuisine, Davenport Lounge with Live Jazz Music, the Largest Spa in the City, a Fitness Centre, & More
More Located near Bourbon Street & the French Quarter's Major attractions

Stay at the Ritz-Carlton where in-house live jazz comes as standard. This used to be an upmarket department store until the grand Beaux-Arts building was transformed into an elegant hotel. It’s on the fringes of the French Quarter, offering easy access to all areas of the city. Guests can dine in the M Bistro and wine in the Davenport Lounge, while those residing in higher grade rooms also have access to a Club Level lounge. The spa encompasses the ground floor of the hotel and includes a swimming pool.

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The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans

Louisiana, New Orleans, French Quarter (Vieux Carré)

Four Seasons New Orleans

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 341 Guest Rooms & Suites, including Specialty Suites like the Presidential Suite
Amenities Two Signature Restaurants by James Beard Award-winning Chefs, a Spa with Eight Treatment Rooms, a 75-foot Outdoor Pool, a 24-hour Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Accommodations, a Club Lounge Experience
More Located on the Mississippi Riverfront at the Foot of Canal Street, Steps from the Historic French Quarter

Set in a 34-storey tower (the former International Trade Mart building), the Four Seasons has 341 guest rooms, including 81 suites. There are three restaurants and two bars onsite; including the contemporary Southern cuisine at Miss River to classic cocktails and light bites at the Bayou Bar and the romantic Moonlight Lounge on the rooftop, perfect for starry nights. There’s also an observation deck, a 75-foot infinity pool and a large spa with eight treatment rooms. You’ll find the property beside the Mississippi River, between the French Quarter and the Warehouse District.

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Four Seasons New Orleans

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection By Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 391 Art-adorned Rooms & Suites
Amenities Modern Steakhouse, Rooftop Lounge, Spa, Fitness Centre, Heated indoor Pool
More Centrally Located near Philadelphia's Key Cultural attractions

Another hotel taking its name from an adjacent square (itself named after statesman James Logan), this hotel is found Downtown. Art is important here, with carefully curated works hung throughout the building. 391 rooms – with a minimum of 400 square feet of space each – are decorated in dark greys and whites, with a pop of colour coming through soft yellow logo detailing. Larger suites include luxuries like private balconies, large dining areas, pool tables, grand pianos and sweeping city views. Four eating and drinking establishments are offered, with small plates served at the ninth-floor rooftop bar and restaurant and there’s an underground spa.

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The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection By Hilton

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

The Rittenhouse Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 118 Spacious Rooms & Suites, including Options with Park Views
Amenities Features Lacroix Restaurant, Mary Cassatt Tea Room, Library Bar & Scarpetta, Spa & Club with Sauna & Steam Room, indoor Heated Pool, & Fully Equipped Fitness Centre
More Situated on Rittenhouse Square with Beautiful Park views

Named after its location just off Rittenhouse Square, the Rittenhouse is a paradise for pet lovers — personalised bowls, treats baked on the premises and bookable dog walkers or sitters, ensure Fido is as pampered as you are. Meanwhile, humans can receive their share of indulgence at the sleek, contemporary spa and pool. 118 bedrooms are, by contrast, decorated in a more classical style at the Forbes Four-Star hotel, some with four-poster beds. Guests can feast on five-course tasting menus at The Rittenhouse’s fine-dining venue Lacroix, or eat at one of three further venues.

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The Rittenhouse Hotel

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 330 Elegantly Designed Rooms & Suites, including the Luxurious Ritz-carlton Suite
Amenities Features the Aqimero Restaurant Serving Latin-american Cuisine, the Richel D'ambra Spa & Salon, a 24-hour Fitness Centre & a 30th-floor Club Lounge
More Situated in a Historic Neoclassical Building Across from Philadelphia City Hall with easy Access to the City's Prominent attractions

Set in one of Philly’s aforementioned historic buildings, The Ritz was once the Girard Trust Bank. As such, the public rooms are grand and imperious, with 301 bedrooms taking on a softer, more contemporary feel. The Richel D’Ambra Spa & Salon is very well respected in beauty circles and there’s a Latin-American restaurant in the lobby, to treat your tastebuds. As there’s only one restaurant, if you want access to a further lounge (with complimentary food), you’ll need to book a club suite. While the hotel may look formal, it offers a relaxed approach for families, with an Ocean Futures kids club offering environmentally-themed activities.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia At Comcast Center

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 219 Luxurious Rooms & Suites, including 39 Exclusive Suites
Amenities the Michelin-Starred Jean-georges Philadelphia & Vernick Fish, Alongside a Spa, Fitness Centre, indoor infinity Pool
More Located in the Heart of Centre City with Panoramic views of Philadelphia

Rising 60 storeys and 1121-feet into the Philadelphia skyline, is the Comcast Center. The Four Seasons occupies the building from the 48th floor, ensuring guests have incredible views (this is the highest altitude you’ll reach in a North American hotel). 180 rooms and 39 suites have floor to ceiling windows, app-based tech, smart controls and Guerlain toiletries. The crystal-encrusted health and wellness centre resides on the 57th floor, complete with Peloton bikes and a dreamy pool. It also houses a top-floor restaurant and bar with a towering glass atrium, a further seafood eatery and there’s a house car at guests’ disposal.

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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia At Comcast Center

Tennessee, Nashville

JW Marriott Nashville

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 533 Rooms & 37 Suites Feature Floor-To-Ceiling Windows offering Stunning City Views
Amenities Rooftop Pool Deck, Multiple Dining options Such as Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina & Bourbon Sky Bar, a Spa by Jw, a 24-hour Fitness Centre, Executive Lounge
More Situated in a Prime Downtown Location within walking distance to Broadway & the Gulch

34 storeys of gleaming skyscraper make up this four-storey Marriott property. 570 rooms come with 55 inch TVs providing Netflix, Hulu and satellite channels. Guests can drink outdoors on the terrace beside the pool, warmed by the flames of the fire pit, shop at Bells & Whistles the hotel’s boutique and dine at the very top of the building, in the Bourbon Steak restaurant and Sky Bar. Sleek, high-end rooms are complemented by marble bathrooms, epic views and arrival gifts, with hairdressing services available in-suite. While children are accommodated, the JW Marriott is more of a grown-up property.

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JW Marriott Nashville

Tennessee, Nashville

Omni Nashville Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 800 Guest Rooms & Suites, Including King Executive & Luxury Options
Amenities Dining Choices Feature Southern Cuisine at Kitchen Notes, Prime Steaks at Bob's Steak & Chop House, Alongside the Mokara Spa & Rooftop Pool
More Centrally Located in Downtown Nashville with Direct Access to the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum

The huge 854-bedroom Omni is, like The Joseph, a native of SoBro. Its size allows for a wide scope of choice under one roof: multiple eating venues including a chophouse and Southern-themed restaurant, a live music bar, boutiques, a pool, spa, fitness centre and art galleries. Families are well looked after with a Kids’ Crew programme of activities and treats in the rooms. Access to the Music City Center and Country Music Hall of Fame is gained directly from the hotel and you can see some memorabilia in-house, as the lobby is adorned with framed costumes worn by notable musicians.

Tennessee, Nashville

Thompson Nashville

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 224 Stylish Rooms & Suites Featuring Floor-To-Ceiling Windows
Amenities Marsh House for Southern Seafood Cuisine, Killebrew Café, & Rooftop Bar La Jackson, Along with a Fitness Centre Featuring Peloton Bikes
More Located in the Gulch with easy Access to Nashville's Vibrant attractions

In the fashionable Gulch district is the Thompson. In keeping with its cool neighbourhood, the hotel lobby has a suitably hipster roastery, Killebrew Coffee, which is open for late-night brews at weekends. Head to the rooftop for a different kind of brew (you can sample many local breweries beers at the bar, along with cocktails and lighter meals), or the ground floor eatery, where seafood is the main attraction. Rooms include floor to ceiling windows, carved dark wooden headboards, furniture that nods to retro design and navy and white furnishings for a classic, yet contemporary effect.

Tennessee, Nashville

The Joseph, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 297 Rooms including 32 Suites
Amenities Dining options Such as Yolan Led by Chef Tony Mantuano, the Rose Spa, a Fitness Studio, a Heated Rooftop Pool, & an Extensive Art Collection
More Located in the Vibrant Sobro District near Major attractions

Found in the SoBro district of Nashville’s Downtown, The Joseph is named after the hotel brand’s forefather. Style is at the forefront here – even the staff’s uniforms have been exclusively designed. There are huge sculptures, immersive digital installations, living green walls, original artworks commissioned especially for the hotel and a curated range of goodies in the 297 bedroom’s minibars. Dining is also an art form; Yolan is the in-house signature restaurant (with its own cheese ‘cave’), serving refined Italian dishes, accompanied by vinos from the chilled glass-surrounded wine cellar. The rooftop is home to the indoor-outdoor Denim lounge and the Rose wellness centre.

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The Joseph, A Luxury Collection Hotel




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