Waimea Canyon & the Westside
Children are welcome at this two-bedroom house a short walk from the beach. Polished wooden floors, a full kitchen, two en-suite bedrooms (one king, one…
Must-see hotels in North America
Cape Breton Island
On the other side of Cape Smokey from Ingonish Beach (a drive of about 20km), this 19th-century lemon-yellow farmhouse is a peaceful refuge, with…
Catalina State Park Campground
Tucson
Great views of Mt Lemmon and easy access to Catalina State Park's hiking trails. There are 120 sites, all with good facilities, including showers, RV…
Mississippi Delta
Set in a 1954 building, these plush, loft-style apartments feature molded-concrete counters in the full kitchen, massive flat-screens in the living room…
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort
Northeast Florida
This solid beachfront resort, located about 9 miles south of Fernandina Beach, has a wide variety of dining options and an array of stylish, check-in and…
El Paso
Anyone who loves 1950s roadside nostalgia will feel right at home at this friendly little motel, replete with Spanish-style barrel-tile roof and Jetsons…
Northeastern Oregon
Fifteen miles southeast of La Grande, in the town of Union, is this very atmospheric old hotel and definitely the best pick in the area. All 16 rooms are…
Washington Coast
Most of the over 200 single-family homes on the books here are holiday rentals. There's a huge variety, from small, romantic cottages to huge party pads…
The Piedmont
A relatively new addition to Appomattox, this friendly and well-run hotel near the Civil War Museum and national park offers large, clean and comfortable…
Veracruz
Something approaching a backpackers hostel, the brightly decorated Casa Bonita has one large six-bed dorm and several private rooms, a few of which have…
Villahermosa
A large, business-style hotel, this one wins points for attentive staff and a super-central location. Rooms are what you'd expect for the price – big and…
Philadelphia
This 1850s row house sits on a quiet street south of Rittenhouse Sq. The 12 rooms have well-worn charm, with faded oriental rugs, plush drapes, high…
Acapulco
This Polynesian-themed motel in the heart of Bahía de Acapulco, across the street from the beach, is ideal for the Zona Dorada exploration, has secure…
Celestún
Although the modern architecture doesn’t blend perfectly with the laid-back town, this is a nice midrange choice. The 19 rooms all have sea views and…
Celestún
Known by locals as the 'little castle,' the German-run Castillito certainly feels grandiose in small-town Celestún. Behind the castle's walled gates await…
Anchorage
The Hilton has the best location of any of the luxury hotels, right in the heart of the downtown scene. Two restaurants, a fitness center with a pool, two…
Northern Mountains
This sweet 1902 Victorian house is two blocks north of Main St. Striking dark-wood antique headboards and armoires combine with rosebuds and frill. There…
The Berkshires
Great Barrington's finest place to lay your head, this inn (c 1766) exudes historical appeal from its wraparound porches and spacious parlors to the…
Whistler
Just across the street from the museum, this friendly, well-established, adult-oriented lodge has the perfect extra in almost every room: a large, jetted…
St Petersburg
Rooms are simply gorgeous at this boutique gem: spacious, with claw-foot baths and king canopy beds, and oozing vintage bordello elegance sexed up with a…
Los Angeles
At this historic hotel a block inland from the beach, the 91 rooms were getting a chic, modern makeover as we went to press: dark wood furniture, silvery…
North of Mexico City
On the south side of the zócalo, Emily has an excellent location, with balconies overlooking the Reloj Monumental. Rooms are modern and stylish, with flat…
Inland Michoacán
Right on the main square, the 14 rooms in this atmospheric hostelry are spacious, old-world in style, furnished in heavy dark woods, with beamed ceilings…
Marin County
In a spectacular shady nook near the entrance to the bay, there’s a small beach with the Golden Gate Bridge arching over the rocks nearby. At night you…
Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades
Choose from 11 cozy, clean and spacious rooms, each one unique, at this older but excellent lodge. The rooms come with homey decor and quilts, along with…
St Augustine
Just off pedestrian-only Aviles St in the oldest part of town, this utterly charming little inn remains faithful to its early-1800s period decor. Rooms…
Northwest Mexico
This is the best moderately priced hotel in town, with welcoming staff, a sparkling lobby, an excellent restaurant and renovated rooms that represent good…
Massachusetts
Just steps from Salem Common, this Greek Revival home is graced with a grand foyer and a lovely parlor, complete with grand piano. The three guest rooms…
Waimea Canyon & the Westside
This backcountry camp, half a mile along the Koai‘e Canyon Trail from Wiliwili Camp, has a picnic shelter and pit toilet but no other facilities. All…
Southern Maine Coast
Crisp blues and whites evoke a breezy, nautical mood at this sleek boutique inn in pole position on Dock Sq. Get comfortable in the bright and stylish…
West of I-5
This storybook-perfect 1877 mansion has a handful of pretty and bright antique-decorated rooms and a hikers' hut with dorm beds. It's right at the edge of…
Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades
The area's largest RV park also has tent sites, yurts and cabins – and now a handful of adorable and trendy 'tiny houses' you can rent. Amenities include…
East of Mexico City
Just a short walk from the zócalo, Hotel Centenario has 31 salmon-pink, clean and spacious rooms with black-out curtains, crisp white sheets and…
Southern Baja
North of Guerrero Negro right off Hwy 1, this sprawling old charmer is a popular overnight stop for road-trippers. It has lovely wood floors, dramatic…
The Interior
The writings on the tin at this big hotel: it's on the river, and it has everything from a decent restaurant (open 7am to 6pm; mains $12 to $18) to an on…
Wisconsin
Designed by one of Frank Lloyd Wright's students, the 11-room Usonian is a fairly basic motel, but with dapper, Prairie-style touches in the lamps,…
Orlando
Open, streamlined and decidedly modern, although the carefully constructed minimalist decor might render the rooms oddly empty for some. The sleek little…
Mactaquac Provincial Park Campground
New Brunswick
Twenty-six kilometers west of Fredericton (and 10km north of Kings Landing Settlement), the resort-like and child-friendly Mactaquac Provincial Park has a…
Puerto Vallarta
Two blocks from Playa de los Muertos pier, some of the rooms at this three-story gay hotel could be aired out better, but are set around a pleasant…
Playa del Carmen
A rip-roaring deal in low season (get the best price online), Playa Palms is right on the beach. The shell-shaped rooms have balconies that look out to…
