Memphis
Guests are greeted with a glass of champagne or wine at this lovely 28-room inn on Mud Island. Four-poster beds anchor the stately rooms, and little…
Must-see hotels in Southern USA
Lexington
A detail-oriented ordained-minister-turned-foodie is your host at this discerning and spacious downtown B&B in a historic mansion dating from 1885. Anton…
Alabama
A gorgeous 1940s art deco style building contains the legendary Admiral, now managed by the folks at Hilton. Rooms have a mid-century executive aesthetic…
Savannah
'A tad Palm Springs, a touch Vegas' best describes this vintage-chic 1964 motel that wins its own popularity contest – a 'Hippest hotel in Savannah'…
Auld Sweet Olive Bed & Breakfast
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
Tropical artwork and bohemian excess seem to infuse this B&B, which is filled with artifacts from New Orleans history. Individual rooms are suffused with…
Memphis
Formerly the Madison, this sleek treat offers swanky but inviting boutique sleeps. Modern, stylish rooms have nice touches like high ceilings and private…
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…
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…
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…
French Quarter
Like all W hotels, this one wears its style on its trendy sleeve, but not all Ws have tarot cards. Where the French Quarter has colonial charm, this is…
Mississippi
For a Colonial-estate experience, the 18-room Fairview Inn, set in a converted historic mansion, will not let you down. The antique decor is stunning…
Louisiana
Edging the historic district and a bird sanctuary, this super-cozy B&B has a gorgeous flower-strewn, hammock-hung courtyard and spacious but rustic…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
This guesthouse is located in a gorgeous Creole cottage that feels like the home of an eclectic professor. The property manages to blend a sense of…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
An exquisite 1884 Victorian mansion, Melrose stands out even among its stately neighbors. This is a retreat for the well-heeled and for honeymooners…
East Tennessee
Budget prices. Friendly and helpful service. And free perks out the wazoo: popcorn, cookies and specialty coffees in the evening, a generous hot breakfast…
Ozark Mountains
Of all the pretty historic buildings in Eureka Springs, the Crescent stands out: it's like Downton Abbey meets the Jazz Age (which happened in season 4,…
Louisiana
One of the oldest motor inns in the USA – started in the 1930s and now on the National Register of Historic Places. The five units here take you back to…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
In a neighborhood full of adorable chintz, the Balcony is full of clean lines, understated decor and subtle prettiness. The four rooms all balance warm…
Memphis
The brand-new Indigo gives a nod to the Memphis music industry with mid-century style. From the vintage radios in the lobby to the wall-size photos of…
East Tennessee
High atop Chilhowee Mountain and just off the Ocoee Scenic Byway, this lovely campground is surrounded by hiking and cycling trails, one leading to a…
Savannah
This romantic, upscale Renaissance Revival B&B dates from 1892. Twins are said to have died in a chimney here, making it one of America's most haunted…
Arkansas
Petit Jean State Park's beautiful lodge was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, and is as notable for its historic…
Savannah
A choice location and chic design highlight the luxe accommodations on offer at the 18,000-sq-ft Mansion – the sexy bathrooms alone are practically worth…
Lowcountry
In affordable Mt Pleasant, this pale yellow-and-blue clapboard house is a homey, relaxing option tucked into a historic fishing community. It's under the…
North Carolina Mountains
Boone’s finest B&B is a splendid 19th-century farmhouse, a mile west of downtown and surrounded by woods. With its snug rooms, white clapboard walls, and…
Ozark Mountains
At this Manhattan-meets-the-Ozarks property, every element – from the lobby to on-site galleries to the rooms – feels like an extension of the Crystal…
Alabama
Spoil yourself and stay in the original historic wing of this hotel, graced with an ornate domed marble lobby. With that said, the striking newer tower is…
Cajun Country
These uberhip lofts have a Manhattan vibe, or would if they weren't so big. Doused in contemporary-cool art and design – all fruits of the friendly owner…
Westin New Orleans at Canal Place
French Quarter
At 29 stories high, the Westin has some of the city’s best views of the Mississippi River. Watching the parade of freighters, tankers and barges in the…
Birmingham
The piano and chandelier in the lobby of this 1925 hotel lend a certain historical, old-world feel, and all deluxe rooms were renovated in 2016, giving it…
Buffalo Outdoor Center Cabins & Lodges
Buffalo National River
Choose from among some 20 immaculate, well-appointed log cabins, built from local hardwoods, that sleep up to eight people comfortably (depending on the…
Arkansas
The cabins at Mt Nebo State Park run the gamut from simple rustic affairs with wood stoves, to three-bedroom, well-appointed homes with a spa tub and a…
French Quarter
This newcomer, a spick-and-span, friendly hostel right in the French Quarter, can be meat-locker chilly if the temperature dips suddenly, but if it's warm…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Near Bryson City this medium-sized family campground with 92 sites offers a good variety of choices and splendid opportunities for hiking and bird…
Chattanooga
The city's grand old railway terminal has refocused its mindset from gimmicky train hotel to community entertainment epicenter. Now with 145 newly…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This small, remote campground on the western edge of the park takes a bit of effort to get to, but you’ll be well compensated for your journey. Just over…
East Nashville
Chatty proprietress Ellen Warshaw welcomes visitors into her East Nashville bungalow, where the three casually decorated guest rooms feel more like your…
Atlanta
Solís' new auto-inspired boutique hotel is next door to Porche's North American headquarters overlooking the 1.6-mile track at the Porsche Experience…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The smallest of Great Smoky’s campgrounds is a tent-only, walk-in affair used mostly by hikers. Five of the 12 sites sit beside the cacophonous Big Creek …
North Georgia
On Hwy 19 N, 7 miles or so north of town, this revamped option could be known as the Boutique Hotel Formerly Known as Hiker Hostel. New owners upgraded…
