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.

South Carolina, Charleston, Historic District

The Dewberry Charleston

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 155 Rooms & Suites Including Designer Options with Spacious Living Areas & Marble Bathrooms
Amenities Features Include a Rooftop Lounge With Panoramic Views, Ground-Floor Dining Venue, Spa Offering Local Botanical Treatments, & Fitness Centre
More Located in Downtown Charleston Overlooking Marion Square, Close to Historic Attractions & Shopping Districts

This mid-century modernist construction overlooking Marion Square was once the L. Mendel Rivers Federal Building, first commissioned by President Kennedy back in the 1960s. It became The Dewberry in 2016, forming 154 ADA compliant bedrooms and suites. Each boasts custom-designed Stickley armoires with the hotel brand’s own botanical pattern, works by Charleston-based artists, a curated selection of books, lighting from the local Urban Electric Co. and bathrooms wrapped in Danby, Vermont marble. A lobby, spa, Living Room, Citrus rooftop bar and Henrietta’s brasserie restaurant, make up the public spaces.

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The Dewberry Charleston

North Carolina, Charlotte

Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 217 Rooms & Suites with Floor-To-Ceiling Windows offering Striking Views of uptown Charlotte
Amenities Angeline's Restaurant Serving Italian-inspired Cuisine & Merchant & Trade Rooftop Bar Providing Stunning City Views
More Located in Uptown Charlotte's 3rd Ward, Steps Away from Major Entertainment Venues

Stay in the Uptown’s Third Ward, at the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel. This is a brand known for its commitment to pet-friendliness and wellness (rooms have yoga mats and treats for four-legged guests). Guests can take advantage of loaner bikes, custom-designed Micro Kickboard scooters and complimentary evening wine receptions; dine at Angeline’s modern American restaurant; drink and order small plates in Merchant & Trade (the rooftop terrace on the 19th floor); and meditate at sunrise on the deck. In winter you can book your own igloo for a romantic tete a tete under the Carolina stars.

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Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel

North Carolina, Charlotte

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 146 Rooms & Suites with Floor-To-Ceiling Windows Overlooking the Charlotte Skyline
Amenities Bar Cocoa for Desserts, K Lounge for Cocktails, the Fifth fork for Southern Cuisine, Hidden Wine for Curated Wines & the Punch Room for Speakeasy-inspired Drinks
More Located in Uptown Charlotte, the Hotel Features a Bi-level Penthouse Spa, State-of-the-art Fitness Centre & Is Leed Gold-certified with a Rooftop Garden

This was The Ritz-Carlton group’s first LEED Gold-certified property worldwide, and the first hotel to receive the accolade in the Charlotte area, making it a good option for the eco-conscious traveller. The property is located in the salubrious Uptown, accommodating guests in 146 bedrooms over 18 storeys. A penthouse spa and wellness centre occupies two floors and there’s a newly launched in-house gift boutique, Hidden Treasures. For drinking and dining guests can frequent the Urban Sip wine and scotch bar, the Bar Cocoa dessert dining and retail experience and the Cocoa Lab dessert cooking school (the chocoholic’s dream), as well as a street-side BLT Steak restaurant.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte

North Carolina, Charlotte

The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 244 Accommodations including Guest Rooms, Suites & a Four-bedroom Cottage
Amenities Gallery Restaurant & the Ryal Lobby Bar
More Located in the Ballantyne Community of Charlotte, North Carolina, offering Proximity to Shopping, Dining & Outdoor Activities

Home to one of Carolinas’ largest whiskey collections, The Ballantyne is a resort-style hotel with a breathtaking Gone with the Wind wide staircase and its own art gallery. Try a signature treatment, such as the Carolina Lavender massage, at the in-house spa which is considered to be one of the best in Charlotte. You can swim indoors here, or outdoors, surrounded by glamorous loungers and beside the pool bar (which also serves food). Further dining options are the Gallery Restaurant (with golf course views and an alfresco terrace) and The Ryal. 244 bedrooms have deep-soaking baths, 55-inch TVs and designer toiletries.

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The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte

North Carolina, Charlotte

Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 254 Rooms & Suites Featuring Argentinian-inspired Decor & Modern Amenities
Amenities Mico Restaurant for South American-inspired Cuisine, Bho Bar for Rooftop Cocktails & Tapas, & an on-site Starbucks
More Located in Uptown Charlotte, offering easy Access to Downtown attractions & a Vibrant Artistic atmosphere

This Argentinian-inspired hotel features bold and eclectic custom furnishings and original artwork. Each bedroom offers Starbucks Coffee, a JBL Bluetooth Speaker, a soaking tub and a portable steamer to tackle travel-creased clothing. Búho Bar is the indoor/outdoor lounge on the 16th floor with weekly live music; Mico is the lavish restaurant serving Argentine cuisine in Art-Deco-influenced surroundings; and Poseidon is the hotel’s spa, harnessing the healing power of water. Additionally, there’s a Starbucks coffee shop, the exclusive use Monito dining room and a Bohemian Garden for some alfresco relaxation with stunning views over Charlotte.

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Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection

District of Columbia, Washington

Posada del Angel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 7 Individually Designed Suites Featuring Antique Furnishings & Wood-Burning Fireplaces.
Amenities Complimentary Breakfast Served In A Cozy Dining Area Or On The Rooftop Terrace With Available In-Room Massage Services & An Outdoor Solar-Heated Plunge Pool.
More Situated In The Heart Of Antigua Guatemala Offering Easy Access To Historic Sites & Cultural Attractions.([posadadelangel.com][7])

While still in its infancy, Posada del Angel was visited by the likes of Bill Clinton during his Presidency. But on first sight you may be surprised to learn it’s fewer than three decades old; with much patina, terracotta tiles, stone walls and a pretty pillared central courtyard bursting with blooms, it resembles a heritage building, blending well into Antigua’s cobbled streets and colonial-era properties. This was the UNESCO-listed city’s first-ever boutique hotel, with a long narrow outdoor pool, a plushly decorated outdoor terrace with far-reaching volcano views, a breakfast dining room with an open fire and just seven individualised suites.

Arizona, Scottsdale

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 750 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Multiple Dining Options, Spa, Six Outdoor Pools, Championship Golf Courses, Tennis Courts, A Kids Club
More Located In Scenic Sonoran Desert Near Scottsdale

Taking inspiration from nearby Mexico, this hotel features plazas with fountains, colonial–style terracotta-coloured architecture, casita suites and restaurants including La Hacienda and Toro, by chef Richard Sandoval. Its 65 landscaped acres accommodates two 18-hole championship golf courses (one of which hosts an annual PGA tournament), six pools with waterslides, a man-made beach and an innovative spa. 750 bedrooms boast benefits such as private terraces and wet bars, and, as the resort is so large, you can get a lift to and from the public areas on one of the Fairmont’s golf buggies.

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Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Arizona, Scottsdale

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 185 Bungalows & Suites with Private Entrances & Patios
Amenities Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen for innovative Local Cuisine, Turquoise Pool Bar for Signature Cocktails, Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary for Desert-inspired Treatments, 24-hour Fitness Centre, & three Outdoor Pools
More Located on 23 acres in the Sonoran Desert, Minutes from Downtown Scottsdale

Formerly the Cottonwood Suites, this property has been operating as the Andaz Resort (part of the Hyatt Group) since 2014. Its 185 bungalows and suites sit within 23 acres of land in the shadow of Camelback Mountain. The design here blends a midcentury vibe, with a modern arty feel. Onsite are three pools, one of which is within the Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary, where guests can also indulge in treatments — indoors or out. Areas of the grounds are strung with twinkling lights, planted with giant cacti and punctuated with glowing uber-modern outdoor fires. Guests at the Andaz dine beside the open kitchen in a funky restaurant.

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Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows

Arizona, Phoenix

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 950 Rooms & Suites With Private Balconies or Patios
Amenities Tia Carmen By Chef Angelo Sosa, Kembara, Twenty6 Lounge, Meritage Urban Tavern, Revive Spa Bistro, Just a Splash Bar & Grill, Aquaridge Waterpark, Two Championship Golf Courses, 17 Pickleball Courts,
More Located In Phoenix's Sonoran Desert

Spa lovers will find they’re never far from a quality wellness resort in Phoenix. And one such, is the JW Marriott Desert Ridge, Arizona’s largest hotel. It has 950 guestrooms, including 81 suites, and occupies 316 acres of the Sonoran Desert, on the perimeter with Scottsdale. The AAA Four-Diamond and Forbes Recommended award-winning property has superb views of the McDowell Mountains. Its many amenities include five restaurants and a lounge, large meeting spaces, a spa, tennis courts, a lake with inbuilt fountains and bridges over, a golf course and five freeform, lap and river-style outdoor pools.

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JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Arizona, Tempe

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 159 Rooms & Suites including King Rooms, Double Rooms & 1-bedroom Suites, Many with Private Balconies offering Lake Views
Amenities AC Kitchen for European-inspired Breakfast, AC Lounge for Cocktails & Tapas, a Rooftop Pool, Fitness Centre with Panoramic Views & Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located Near Arizona State University & Tempe Town Lake

The lakefront setting of the AC by Marriott make this a good one for those wanting a room with a serene view. Many of the bedrooms are pet-friendly (up to two furry friends are permitted per bedroom) and have balconies to enjoy some alfresco time away from the throng. A daily US-style breakfast is served at AC Kitchen, with AC Lounge catering for evening meals in the form of tapas, and cocktails. The rooftop pool has the best views of all and you can look out onto the downtown skyline during your workout in the fitness centre.

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AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Arizona, Phoenix

Hyatt Regency Phoenix

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 693 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Multiple Dining Options, Rotating Rooftop Restaurant, 24/7 Fitness Centre, Heated Outdoor Pool
More Centrally Located Near The Phoenix Convention Centre.

Stay at the heart of the action, in this central hotel. Part of the Hyatt Regency Group, it has a modern design, with neutrally decorated interiors accented by bolder touches. 693 guestrooms are spread across 24 floors, each with iPod docking stations, 55-inch flat-screen televisions and coffee makers. Outside, you’ll find a swimming pool, spa tub and sundeck on the Hyatt’s third floor. Plus there’s a 24-hour gym, with cardio and weight-training equipment, complimentary bottled water, and towels. But its crown jewel is The Compass Restaurant, Arizona’s only revolving dining room (floors 22 and 23 house the mechanical equipment to ensure it keeps moving).

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Hyatt Regency Phoenix

California, Palo Alto

The Clement Palo Alto

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 23 one-bedroom Suites with upscale Amenities
Amenities All-inclusive Dining with the Dining Room, Open Kitchen with 24-hour Pantry, in-room Dining, Rooftop Deck with Heated Pool & Whirlpool, Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Policy, personalised Services including Personal Concierges & Valet Parking
More Located Across from Stanford University near Downtown Palo Alto's Restaurants & Shopping

With just 23 one and two-bedroom suites, The Clement offers a more intimate experience, but with resort benefits; most notably a gorgeous rooftop deck with a lap pool (seductively underlit after dark), a hot tub, cabanas and an open fire, overlooking the downtown. It’s all been arranged with impeccable taste; there are paintings by the likes of Emil Lukas, Frette robes, Nespresso machines and organic ODE bath products. Guests have access to a cosy living room with a stone fireplace, a business centre and a fitness room — and don’t worry if you forget your sunscreen, it’s complimentary here.

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The Clement Palo Alto




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