Must-see hotels in Americas

  • JAG

    St John's

    What's not to like about a hotel that blasts the Stones or Dylan in the lobby? This rock-and-roll-themed boutique hotel occupies a tall multistory…

  • Garden of Blues Hostel

    Medellín

    The owners of this delightful little hostel have decided to run with a garden theme. There's an Edenesque, greenery-festooned courtyard for chilling out,…

  • Back Creek Inn

    Maryland

    This lovely B&B is positioned over the eponymous Back Creek – and can be reached by sea or by car. Pretty rooms are named after herbs, and couples can…

  • Petit Jean State Park Cabins

    Arkansas

    These cabins, many of which are spaced along Cedar Creek Canyon, are a comfortable escape if you need both nature time and a soft bed. Cheaper cabins…

  • Casa Xanadu

    Granada

    From the polished, hand-carved wooden pillars in its courtyard to the six colorful, individually styled suites in the beautifully restored colonial…

  • Lake View Hostel

    Guatapé

    An established local hostel featuring neat, modern rooms. The dorms downstairs open onto the common area and can be noisy, but the private rooms on the…

  • Orr Hot Springs

    Along Highway 101

    Elegantly rustic rooms are a good match for this earthy spa. Accommodations include use of the spa and communal kitchen, while some share bathrooms;…

  • Pousada do Parque Eco Lodge

    Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul

    This intimate eco-choice borders 150 hectares of national park. Delicious, home-cooked food and a knowledgeable wildlife guide enhance your stay here,…

  • La Tosca

    Puerto Madryn

    A cozy guesthouse where the owners and staff greet you by name. The creation of a well-traveled couple, La Tosca is modern and comfy, with a grassy…

  • El Encanto B&B

    Cahuita

    This pleasant B&B, only about 200m northwest of downtown Cahuita, is set in landscaped grounds dotted with easy chairs and hammocks. Demure bungalows have…

  • Beachscape Kin Ha Villas & Suites

    Cancún

    A good family spot, Beachscape offers a babysitting service, a play area for kids and a swimmable beach with calm waters. You’ll never need to leave the…

  • La Comarca

    Quebrada de Humahuaca

    On the main road but an easy stroll into town, this well-run place offers a variety of sweet mauve-colored accommodations that open onto a carefully…

  • Maité Delgado

    Artemisa & Mayabeque Provinces

    A bright family home a 15-minute walk from most of the Soroa sights, Maité's is a slice of rustic heaven with rocking chairs on the porch, a verdant…

  • Villa Mirador de Mayabe

    Holguín

    Cresting the Loma de Mayabe, 10km southeast of Holguín, this large hilltop compound includes adorable bungalows tucked into lush grounds. The views,…

  • Rainbow Lakes Campground

    Colorado

    Surrounded by lodgepole pines, this campground sits at 10,000ft with access to brilliant hikes on the eastern side of Rocky Mountain National Park. Though…

  • Canyon Ranch

    The Berkshires

    The well-heeled come from around the world to unwind and soak up the spa facilities at this famed resort. The all-inclusive rates include healthy gourmet…

  • Pepe's Hideaway

    Manzanillo

    This serendipitous find is set on a wild rocky point where you're lulled to sleep by the wind rustling in the coconut palms and waves lapping at your…

  • Aspenglen Campground

    Northern Colorado

    With only 54 sites, this is the smallest of the park’s reservable camping grounds. There are many tent-only sites, including some walk-ins; a limited…

  • San Juan County Park Campground

    San Juan Islands

    San Juan's best campground is beautifully located in a county park on the scenic western shoreline. The site includes a beach and boat launch, along with…

  • Apartments Trinchan

    Isla Mujeres

    This is one of the best budget deals in town – and the beach is right around the corner. Opt for one of the large apartments with full kitchen, but avoid…

  • Hotel La Polvora

    Granada

    Barring the sound of church bells, nothing is likely to disturb your rest at this intimate boutique hotel on a quiet residential street, near the namesake…

  • Elevation Hotel & Spa

    Southwest Colorado

    At the base of Crested Butte Mountain Resort and just steps from a major chairlift, this swanky address offers oversized luxury rooms ready for first call…

  • Pousada Naiepe

    Fernando de Noronha

    With just five solidly constructed rooms on the corner of the main road, this cute pousada wins over travelers with its value for money and attention to…

  • Forres Park Guest House & Farm

    Kingston, Blue Mountains & the Southeast Coast

    This guesthouse/resort is a top choice for birdwatchers. All rooms have balconies and the plushest sports a whirlpool tub. Excellent meals are cooked on…

  • Starlux

    Jersey Shore

    The sea-green-and-white Starlux has the soaring profile, the lava lamps, the boomerang-decorated bedspreads and the sailboat-shaped mirrors, plus it’s…

  • Lookout Inn of New Orleans

    Faubourg Marigny & Bywater

    This cozy little inn is located at the end of Bywater, a few blocks' walk from some excellent bars and restaurants. Four suites are individually appointed…

  • Letson Loft Hotel

    Southern Arizona

    Urban sophistication meets Victorian quaintness at this sweet eight-room boutique inn in a sensitively restored 1888 building. Original touches like…

  • El Cactus Hostel

    Playa Sámara

    Brightly painted in citrus colors, El Cactus is a great option, especially for those who prefer serenity over revelry. Fresh rooms have wooden furniture,…

  • Hotel Barrio Latino

    Playa del Carmen

    Offers 18 clean rooms with warm, rustic decor, good ventilation, ceiling fans or air-con, tiled floors and hammocks (in addition to beds). The place is…

  • The Inn at Mountain View

    Ozark Mountains

    It's the rare property we review that hosts banjo and fiddle workshops, but then along comes the Inn at Mountain View. Besides being an active participant…

  • Ghost City B&B

    Arizona

    This 1885 timber boarding house, badly damaged after an illicit still on the 2nd floor exploded in the 1930s, is now a quirky and delightful B&B. Each…

  • Hotel Lacroix

    Palenque

    This well-tended, family-friendly 16-room hotel on a pedestrian strip near El Parque sports white rooms – upper ones with small balconies – and attention…

  • Mango Bay Resort

    Virgin Gorda

    Located on the tranquil beach at Mahoe Bay, this lush and quiet resort is a compound of 12 Italian-style duplex villas. The most expensive are at the…

  • Todo Blanco

    Las Galeras

    Living up to its 'All White' name, this whitewashed, well-established inn sits atop a small hillock a short walk from the end of the main drag. Rooms are…

  • Totoco Ecolodge

    Isla de Ometepe

    This gorgeous ecolodge features cabañas perched high above the beach on a large organic farm that runs on solar power and recycles gray water. It's not on…

  • Pousada do Vale

    Fernando de Noronha

    Intimate Vale is one of the most service-oriented pousadas on the island. Rooms aren’t as high-end as the prices suggest, but are bright and well…

  • Emily Morgan Hotel

    San Antonio

    The name may sound as though this historic hotel, right behind the Alamo and now run by Hilton, will be awash in floral prints and lace runners, but it’s…

  • Casa de Olas

    San Juan Del Sur

    Run by a friendly Aussie couple, this is a party hostel – unashamedly so, but very wellrun and with epic hilltop views. There's a large pool, a bar, two…

  • Omni Interlocken Resort & Golf Club

    Denver

    Have a glass of champagne while checking into the impressive four-diamond Omni. Although the location isn’t so hot – in the 'burbs between Denver and…

  • Carib Inn

    Bonaire

    Long-time resident Bruce Bowker extends a warm and personable welcome at his waterside compound on the southern side of town. Surrounding a small pool,…