Best Luxury Hotels in USA

Opened in March 2018, this uptown property is owned by the Texan billionaire Tilman Fertitta and is part of the Landry’s Inc. portfolio. It offers 250 guest rooms, including 22 luxury suites ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 square feet and with panoramic views of the city. Dining options include Mastro’s Steakhouse, Willie G’s Seafood and Bloom & Bee, a modern American bistro. The hotel also features a full-service spa, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and 35,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom and multiple smaller venues.

In possession of a salubrious address, this hotel is found right across the road from Rodeo Drive. At the centre of the property, is the hotel’s Mediterranean-styled heated pool and dining terrace, providing an opportunity to quaff cocktails and soak up some rays from your own comfy cabana. Michelin-starred cuisine is on-site, in the form of CUT, a seafood and steakhouse restaurant (also by acclaimed restauranteur Wolfgang Puck). Or watch the world go by from the front of the building, with a chic and healthy lunch at THE Blvd. Pets are made very welcome if you want to bring them along, with bowls and baskets provided.

Located in the centre of Portland’s downtown, The Hoxton is the perfect place from which to explore the chic bars, restaurants and shops of the city. The hotel is just around the corner from the Saturday market and just along from Powell’s City of Books. For guests wanting to explore further afield, The Hoxton is near major transport links which allow guests to get out into Portland’s renowned natural surroundings with ease. The Hoxton’s 119 rooms are adorned with walnut panelling and local artwork which creates a cosy atmosphere in every room. The Hoxton’s Lovely Rita provides guests with exceptional coffees in the morning and divine cocktails on Friday and Saturday nights. Situated on the Hoxton’s rooftop, the Tope restaurant specializes in exciting Mexican cuisine which guests can enjoy whilst gazing out over the city.

Conveniently located just a short walk from Union Square, the Ferry Building and Fisherman’s wharf, the second Four Seasons hotel in San Francisco is a sky high urban retreat. With unparalleled panoramic views from the 11 floors of the 48-storey landmark building the hotel offers guests a choice of contemporary designed rooms and suites; from a deluxe city view room to a golden gate view corner suite. With a 24-hour fitness and business centre this hotel is as equally suited to business guests as it is leisure. The hotel eagerly anticipates its new concept signature restaurant and bar (due to open 2022) and meanwhile an all-day In-Room dining service is the convenient choice for great food for those who don’t wish to venture far. The expert concierge team is always on hand to tailor the best experiences for guests to fully immerse themselves in the incredible things to do in this culturally diverse and vibrant city.

Located in River North and overlooking the Chicago River, is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Bauhaus style 1970s architectural triumph. Steel, expanses of glass and fine art create a trendy yet opulent airy feel. The Chuan Spa is a haven of tranquillity, with a peaceful pool area, saunas and steam room. Chef Ricardo Jarquin serves American-Italian dishes at Travelle Kitchen + Bar, while club level guests enjoy access to an exclusive 12th-floor lounge. Families are welcome and can even bring up to two dogs and a cat, making it one of the most pet-friendly places in the city.

Mandarin Oriental has long borne a reputation as an expert hotelier brand, with fans including stars such as Gary Barlow, Rami Malek, Christian Louboutin Dame Helen Mirren. You too can live like a celebrity at their impressive Manhattan residence, with glittering views from its floor-to-ceiling windows (some overlook Central Park or the Hudson). Opt for a luxe suite for the comfort of your own living area, or one of the 244 other rooms and suites. Eat and drink at one of three in-house venues, take a swim in the indoor pool and bliss out at the large spa. The Mandarin Oriental is an ideal spot for those discovering NYC for the first time.

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.

Since 1924, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel and its stunning architecture have been welcoming visitors from across the globe to Seattle. In recent years, the hotel has undergone award-winning renovations, notably of the grande dame. The hotel is conveniently located near some of the city’s main attractions such as Pike Place Market, Seattle Art Museum and the waterfront Great Wheel. There are 450 guestrooms and suites featuring the expansive, 3000ft2 Cascade Presidential and Olympic Presidential Suites, beautifully decorated and equipped with every modern comfort. The George offers a unique Brasserie-style establishment with a twist and serves regional flavours. The Lobby bar serves afternoon tea and signature cocktails with the rooftop beehives providing its honey to the expert bar staff. There is a 42ft swimming pool for guests to unwind in. This hotel is pet friendly.

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is somewhat of a New York Landmark, conveniently located on Madison Avenue and just one block from Central Park it is the perfect base for exploring the great city. Guests can choose from 189 lavish rooms including 90 suites – all of which are exquisitely decorated and seamlessly combine elegance and comfort. From fine dining or a weekend brunch to creative cocktails and classic Cabaret, the chic restaurant options at the hotel offer guests an unparalleled Uptown dining experience merging culinary artistry with flawless service. With a salon, fitness centre and the Valmont Spa at The Carlyle – one of the best in New York – guests can enjoy relaxation, pampering and a workout with world-class facilities. And with a dedicated and passionate team on hand- a stay at The Carlyle is sure to be a fine one.

Found in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay is the Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street. Spread throughout a 61-storey skyscraper is a collection of modern and luxurious rooms and suites, including the unique Charles Suite which boasts a one-of-a-kind, wrap-around terrace offering panoramic views of the city. Every space of the hotel has a stylish and contemporary design and showcases a curated art collection. Dining options include Zuma restaurant serving Japanese-inspired cuisine as well as One + One Restaurant and the Trifecta Lobby Bar. There is a wellness floor with blissful spa facilities and treatments in addition to a 24-hour fitness centre. The hotel offers a 64ft curved indoor swimming pool boasting unbeatable views from floor-to-ceiling windows and an environment ideal for total relaxation. There is a wide selection of event spaces, two ballrooms, and wedding-specific amenities. The hotel also provides optional experiences and tours in the surrounding areas.

Are you travelling for work? The Ritz-Carlton’s Central Business District location just 30 minutes drive from the airport, will be ideal. It boasts the largest standard rooms in the city and a complimentary house car to take you anywhere you wish (within a five-mile radius). Elway’s, the hotel’s popular steakhouse, is named after a Denver Broncos player and provides a true taste of Colorado. 202 bedrooms come with 400-thread-count Frette linens, Frette robes, coffee makers and iPod docking alarm clocks. The spa has eight treatment rooms with Tempurpedic beds (including a couples suite and bathroom, and a Vichy wet treatment room).

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, offers 150 free-standing hales and villas along the lava-lined shores of Kahuwai Bay on the western edge of Hawaii’s Big Island. Once a famed barefoot escape in the 1960s, the property has been thoughtfully restored under Rosewood’s stewardship, blending its storied past with contemporary refinement. The setting feels remote and elemental, with volcanic rock, ocean views and swaying palms defining the landscape, while the architecture and design celebrate traditional Hawaiian construction, tactile materials and open-air flow.

The atmosphere is understated and culturally rooted, appealing to families and couples looking for space, authenticity and barefoot sophistication. Each accommodation is an individual structure, with outdoor showers, local artwork, sustainable finishes and indoor-outdoor living as standard. Dining is a highlight, with venues that honour Hawaiian flavours, seafood and regional produce, including signature restaurant Moana and the more relaxed Kahuwai Cookhouse and Market.

Wellness is anchored by Asaya Spa, surrounded by lava and tropical foliage, with treatments guided by Hawaiian healing traditions. Guests can also make use of the yoga pavilion, modern fitness centre and two serene outdoor pools. A robust cultural programme, ocean adventures, and direct access to a private beach complete the experience. Children are welcomed with a nature-forward kids club, and nearby attractions include coffee plantations, historic Hawaiian sites and the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Big Island.