Down East
If you're hiking the island's trails, you can camp at one of the five spectacular sites here (each has a lean-to shelter and sparkling views of Isle au…
Must-see hotels in Eastern USA
Midtown
The Quin is an opulent, modern hotel with the bones of a grand old dame. In the 1920s it was the storied Buckingham, which hosted musicians and artists…
Midcoast Maine
Adjacent to the Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, this fabulous, family oriented, 626-acre campground has waterfront and wooded sites spread over a working…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Straddling the High Line, this unique hotel welcomes guests with an upside-down sign, a canary-yellow revolving door and a giant gumball machine in the…
Delaware
Under new ownership in 2017 after 100 years as a Du Pont–owned property, there is only one word to describe this revamped hotel: opulent. The premier…
Indiana
A mighty antidote to Columbus' modernist flare, this 1864 Victorian monolith with Edwardian furnishings and Italianate gardens (inspired by Pompeii) sits…
New Orleans
The breakfasts are amazing (oh, those cheese grits) at this well-appointed three-story inn, where everyone seems glad to see you. Beside Audubon Park,…
South Beach
The Surfcomber has a classic art-deco exterior with strong lines and shade-providing ‘eyebrows’ that zigzag across the facade. But the interior is the…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Serenity is assured during a stay at this neo-Gothic building, built in 1885 as the General Theological Seminary (which is still functioning in a building…
Charleston
Tucked into a historic home in the heart of South of Broad, this charming B&B largely flies under the radar. But those who stumble upon it are treated to…
Lowcountry
The city's most sought-after stay is a lovingly restored 18th-century Federalist mansion on the waterfront that once belonged to the well-respected and…
Coastal North Carolina
Impeccably tasteful aqua-toned coastal contemporary decor – no gaudy antiques here – dominates this four-room B&B occupying a historic 1866 wooden cream…
The Berkshires
About 6 miles south of Williamstown, this one-of-a-kind inn offers an artful blend of mid-20th-century modernity and timeless mountain scenery. The six…
Western Maine
If you enjoy hiking and cross-country skiing, but not backpacking, consider a hut-to-hut trip through Maine Huts & Trails, a wonderful non-profit…
Palm Beach
Built in 1926, this elegant resort is an excellent choice for those who want pampering but not obsequiousness. Trendy but timeless, it's got a lovely…
Greater Orlando
The exterior of this remarkable spot was designed to look like a child built it with Lego bricks. And it succeeds. Bright primary colors and its block…
Washington, DC
Nods to namesake George Washington are pervasive at this hotel, which is the hippest lodging on the Hill. Rooms exude a cool, creamy-white Zen and feature…
Hudson Valley
This giant faux–Victorian castle perches over a dark lake, offering guests all the luxuries, from lavish meals to golf to spa services, plus a full roster…
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa
Western Pennsylvania
With a grand, French-chateau-style hotel as the centerpiece of 2000 acres 8 miles south of Ohiopyle, Nemacolin offers a variety of accommodations and…
New Orleans
Le Pavillon exudes an old-school joie de vivre that’s easy to love. Fluted columns support the porte cochere off the alabaster facade, and the doorman…
Greater Orlando
Contemporary white-walled elegance, a low-key welcoming vibe, colorful interiors in well-appointed rooms give this Winter Park gem a distinct style. The…
Boston
It is with intended irony that the notorious Charles St Jail has been converted into the classy Liberty Hotel. Today, the 90ft ceiling soars above a…
Indianapolis
With design touches forged from industrial parts from an abandoned Wisconsin iron foundry, this 2017 newcomer to Indy is a boutique gamechanger. The lobby…
Hudson Valley
Occupying a former blacksmiths and hat factory spread out over both sides of the town's Fishkill Creek, Roundhouse is a model of Beacon's renaissance as a…
Southern Vermont
With a double porch that serves as Grafton’s most picturesque landmark, this venerable inn has played host to such notable guests as Rudyard Kipling,…
The Adirondacks
This collection of rustic cabins set amid the forest on scenic Osgood Pond is a truly idyllic retreat. Ski equipment, canoe and kayak use is included in…
Charleston
Live – if only for a night – like a well-heeled Charlestonian at this lovingly restored, C 1804 property in quiet, residential Ansonborough. The adorable…
The Berkshires
If you're looking for a break from musty Victorians with floral wallpaper, you'll love this contemporary inn wrapped in a century-old farmhouse. The three…
Chicago
A 2018 newbie, the Wheelhouse features 21 rooms in a restored greystone building not far from Wrigley Field. The smallish rooms have an earthy, urban loft…
Financial District & Lower Manhattan
The reimagined Tribeca Grand offers mid-century glamor, luxurious living, cinema, music, drinking and dining in one foxy package. Its 201 rooms, decked…
Chicago
Hyde Park got its first boutique hotel in 2018, and it's a design winner. The 98 rooms have an artsy-hip look that feels truly fresh. Each is a good size,…
Palm Beach
Originally built by Henry Flagler (in 1904, rooms cost $4 per night, including meals), today this 538-room resort sprawls across 140 acres and boasts a…
Chicago
This hip hotel occupies a vintage, redbrick dairy warehouse. It's great value for the Gold Coast, drawing a wide range of travelers – global backpackers,…
Northern Virginia
Despite its reputation as a wine and food hot spot, gourmet retreats are few and far between in Loudoun County. This 265-acre property is a welcome…
Harlem & Upper Manhattan
Rekindle Harlem’s Jazz Age in this atmospheric 1890s town house, its four nostalgic rooms decked out with brass beds and vintage radios. It feels like a…
Costa d'Este Beach Resort & Spa
Treasure Coast
Owned by Gloria Estefan and her husband, this chic Miami Beach–style resort drips with style. From the ostentatious entryway fountain to the dazzling…
Chicago
Nestled into a row of residential housing, the Majestic is walking distance to Wrigley Field and Boystown and mere steps from the lakefront. From the…
Chicago
Urban bohemians love the Acme for its indie-cool style at (usually) affordable rates. The 130 rooms mix industrial fixtures with retro lamps, mid-century…
Virginia
Close to Yorktown's beach and eateries, this house was built by the current owner's grandfather in 1933 and retains its old-fashioned ambience. That's not…
Greenville
This fun six-room inn occupies a '50s-era former boarding house downtown. It feels like a hostel but features colorfully decked-out private rooms that are…
