Must-see hotels in Eastern USA

  • Tevere Hostel

    Vermont

    One of New England's coolest hostels, Tevere spreads across two floors of an artfully renovated old farmhouse in Warren, just downhill from Sugarbush…

  • Hotel on North

    The Berkshires

    Hints of Pittsfield's 19th-century heyday can be seen in this listed former department store turned boutique hotel. Exposed brick walls, tin ceilings and…

  • Quirk Hotel

    Richmond

    From the moment you stroll into the big-windowed lobby, which houses a glam bar and restaurant, this downtown boutique choice impresses. The high ceilings…

  • Hotel Covington

    Northern Kentucky

    This stylish, 114-room property occupies a turn-of-the-century department store on a busy street in Covington. Rooms are fairly big, with contemporary…

  • Notch Hostel

    White Mountains

    Tibetan prayer flags mark your arrival at this gorgeous hostel, the brainchild of outdoor enthusiasts (and husband-and-wife team) Serena and Justin. A…

  • Water's Edge Inn

    Lowcountry

    This playful B&B is defined by its Tommy Bahama flair, with lots of wicker and rattan furnishings, surfboard decor and Jimmy Buffett on repeat in the…

  • Verb Hotel

    Kenmore Square & Fenway

    The Verb Hotel took a down-and-out HoJo property and turned it into Boston's most radical, retro, rock-and-roll hotel. The style is mid-century modern;…

  • Deer Run Bed & Breakfast

    Florida Keys

    This state-certified green lodge and vegetarian B&B is isolated on a lovely stretch of Long Beach Dr. It’s a garden of quirky delights, complemented by…

  • Hollander Hotel

    St Petersburg

    The Hollander can do no wrong with its art-deco flavor, 130ft porch, convivial Tap Room, full-service spa and Common Grounds coffee shop. Shared spaces…

  • Veranda Historic Bed & Breakfast Inn

    South Georgia

    To really feel like a resident of the fictional town of Woodbury (minus the zombies), book a stay at this impressive two-story white wooden mansion. Built…

  • Harrington House

    Southwest Gulf Coast

    Sneak away to this beachside B&B and fantasize about your own little seaside paradise. Made up of three former beach houses, the B&B's guest suites and…

  • 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

    Cincinnati

    An outpost of Louisville's popular art hotel, the 21c sits next door to the Contemporary Arts Center. The modern rooms have a Nespresso machine, free wi…

  • Lora

    Minnesota

    Central boutique with bold, modern styling, like exposed stone walls, that harmonize beautifully with the mid-century inspired pastels and furnishings…

  • Inn at Castle Hill

    Massachusetts

    On the beautiful grounds of the Crane Estate, this inn is an example of understated luxury, its 10 rooms each individually decorated with subtle elegance…

  • Mermaid & the Alligator

    Key West

    It takes a real gem to stand out amid the jewels of Keys hotels, but this place, in a 1904 mansion, more than pulls off the job. Each of the nine rooms is…

  • Old Rittenhouse Inn

    Wisconsin

    This beautiful Victorian on a high hill, with a commanding view of the water, is a worthy splurge if you're looking for lace, creaky floorboards and a…

  • Red Fox Inn

    Northern Virginia

    The antique four-poster beds here are so high that step ladders are sometimes provided to enable guests to hit the pillows. They're one of the many…

  • Sweet Peas Hostel

    Asheville

    This spick-and-span, well-run, contemporary hostel occupies an unbeatable downtown location. The loft-like open-plan space, with its exposed brick walls,…

  • Hotel Bethlehem

    Pennsylvania

    Centrally located and embodying a grander era of the town's history, this member of Historic Hotels of America is the place to stay in Bethlehem. Bedding…

  • Elyton Hotel

    Birmingham

    The Elyton holds an admirable middle ground between boutique design and business-class amenities and dimensions. Over 100 rooms, decked out in a crisp…

  • St James Hotel

    Red Wing

    The landmark St James has been welcoming guests since 1875 and looks better than ever. Walk into the lobby and step back in time 100 years, when Red Wing…

  • Treehouse Cottages

    Ozark Mountains

    Sprinkled amid 33 acres of pine forest, these cute, kitschy and spacious stilted wooden cottages are worth finding. Some rooms boast a Jacuzzi tub, a…

  • Snowflake Inn

    White Mountains

    All of the suites at this elegant inn are spacious and have fireplaces and two-person Jacuzzis. There are plenty of modern creature comforts, including…

  • Sapelo Island Birdhouses

    Coastal Georgia

    These beautiful cottages, tucked away amid the maritime woods and Spanish moss, feel like an outgrowth of Sapelo's coastal wilderness. The properties…

  • Georges

    Shenandoah Valley

    Set in two historic buildings on opposite sides of Main St, Georges has 18 classy rooms featuring high-end furnishings and luxury linens. The great…

  • Ellwanger Estate

    Western New York

    Try to not let your jaw hit the floor when you see the size of the downstairs common spaces in this historic estate turned B&B. It's pure Victorian…

  • Peter & Paul

    Faubourg Marigny & Bywater

    This lovely hotel has taken over the grounds of the former Sts Peter and Paul Catholic church and school. The rooms are a study in elegant historical…

  • Adelphi

    The Adirondacks

    This historic hotel reopened in 2017 after a painstaking renovation that transformed it into a beacon of modern luxury with loving nods to the past. The…

  • Rittenhouse Hotel

    Philadelphia

    Rooms at this five-star – excuse us, make that five-diamond – hotel on Rittenhouse Sq have marble baths. Of the downtown options with a half-Olympic–sized…

  • Gasparilla Inn

    Southwest Gulf Coast

    Retire beneath the pillared Georgian entrance of this historic 1913 hotel and you'll be transported to a more genteel age. Bellhops and butlers are on…

  • Le Village

    Cajun Country

    This cute spot is a typically pretty rural B&B, but where many places opt for wedding-cake frilly decor, Le Village is stocked with a tasteful collection…

  • Summercamp

    Martha's Vineyard

    We dare you not to smile in response to the detail of this fun place, the 2016 incarnation of an iconic 1879 hotel that borders the Tabernacle area. The…

  • Alosa River Campsites

    New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania

    The tent sites at Alosa may be primitive, but they're supremely serene as well. The campground is located on a forested patch situated above the river…

  • Social Goat B&B

    Atlanta

    Skirting Grant Park, this wonderfully restored 1900 Queen Anne Victorian mansion has six rooms decorated in country-French-style and is loaded with period…

  • Lake Catherine State Park

    Arkansas

    The lodging at this state park is excellent. The real gems are 20 lovely Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)–built rustic cabins overlooking the lake; some…

  • Willard Street Inn

    Burlington

    Perched on a hill within easy walking distance of UVM and the Church Street Marketplace, this mansion, fusing Queen Anne and Georgian Revival styles, was…

  • Weekapaug Inn

    Rhode Island

    A member of the luxury Relais & Châteaux group of boutique hotels, this gorgeous, intimate country inn leaves nothing to be spared. Modern, casual comfort…

  • Rembrandt and Rutabagas

    Wisconsin

    This white stucco International–style home seems oddly placed on a hilly, 200-acre farm, but there it is. The five, bright-hued rooms are decorated in…

  • Wales House

    Minneapolis

    This historic 10-bedroom B&B, in a house dating from 1910, serves as a home away from home for scholars from nearby University of Minnesota. The hosts,…

  • Creole Gardens

    New Orleans

    Friendly, knowledgeable hosts, a rainbow-hued property with individualized rooms and plenty of New Orleans bordello-esque vibe, and they're cool with pets…