Best hotels and resorts in the US? Here are readers' top picks
To identify the best hotels and resorts across the United States, we invited a panel of hotel and travel experts to nominate their top picks, then readers voted for their favorites across nine categories. Here are the winners.
Click on each category below to see the full winners list:
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Best All-Inclusive Resort: The Lodge at Woodloch in Hawley, Pennsylvania
Get away from it all with a stay at The Lodge at Woodloch – Photo courtesy of Annie Killam for The Lodge at Woodloch
The Lodge at Woodloch, an all-inclusive, adults-only spa resort in the heart of the Pennsylvania Poconos, invites guests to step away from the whirlwind of life to refocus. Guests enjoy a full-service spa and a wide range of classes and activities — everything from meditation, yoga, or spinning to painting, cooking, or wine tasting.
Full list of winners: Best All-Inclusive Resort » Best Bed-and-Breakfast: C.W. Worth House Bed & Breakfast in Wilmington, North Carolina
Escape to Wilmington and enjoy some Southern hospitality at C.W. Worth House Bed & Breakfast – Photo courtesy of Matt McGraw
This Queen Anne-style bed-and-breakfast has just seven rooms, giving it a cozy, intimate feel. Guests of C.W. Worth House enjoy a farm-to-table breakfast each morning, and the property is close enough to downtown and the Wilmington Riverwalk that you can walk to many restaurants and attractions.
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Full list of winners: Best Bed-and-Breakfast » Best Boutique Hotel: Bottleworks Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana
Explore Indianapolis with Bottleworks Hotel as your home base – Photo courtesy of Bottleworks Hotel
A former Coca-Cola bottling plant, Bottleworks Hotel puts the fizz in its experience with architectural throwbacks and modern amenities ranging from a chic bar, a coffee shop, and a billiards salon to plush appointments in the rooms. Guests enjoy an experience that's both grand and intimate.
Full list of winners: Best Boutique Hotel »
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Best Destination Resort: Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
You won't even want to leave the resort grounds when you stay at Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach – Photo courtesy of Acqualina Resort & Residences
Situated on the shores of Sunny Isles Beach, Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach offers a perfect blend of Miami's cultural richness and serene beachfront relaxation. Plus, guests can indulge in the resort's Acqua Experiences, which provide unique ways to enjoy South Florida's beauty.
With its top-notch service, sumptuous dining options, an award-winning spa, and opulent accommodations, this resort is a destination that truly embodies the essence of a tropical paradise getaway.
Full list of winners: Best Destination Resort »
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Best Extended Stay Hotel: AKA
Upgrade your extended stay with AKA – Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Totaro
AKA properties blur the line between luxury hotel and upscale apartment living, offering white-glove service in residential-style suites. These are far beyond the typical extended stay, with designer furnishings, chef-inspired kitchens, amenities like fitness centers and libraries, and a concierge who can curate local experiences. The brand works for those who refuse to compromise on style during extended assignments.
Full list of winners: Best Extended Stay Hotel » Best Family Resort: Woodloch Resort in Hawley, Pennsylvania
Woodloch Resort wins Best Family Resort for fifth year in a row – Photo courtesy of Woodloch Resort
The Woodloch Resort welcomes families to the Poconos with accommodations ranging from single rooms to two-bedroom suites. If you need more space, vacation rentals are also available.
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Meal plans mean all-inclusive family dining at flexible prices, and guests can enjoy access to a range of activities daily, with amenities like a rock-climbing wall, indoor and outdoor pools, go-karts, bumper cars and boats, kayaking, and snow tubing in the winter.
Full list of winners: Best Family Resort » Best Historic Hotel / Resort: Historic Hotel Bethlehem in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
For fifth consecutive year, Historic Hotel Bethlehem wins Best Historic Hotel / Resort – Photo courtesy of Historic Hotel Bethlehem
Guests of the Historic Hotel Bethlehem can learn about the hotel's storied history in the Lower Lobby. A hotel has occupied the site since 1741, though the structure was used as a convalescence home for World War I soldiers for a period. Today, guests enjoy modern amenities at this historic setting in the heart of Moravian Bethlehem.
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Salamander Collection claims the No. 1 spot for Best Luxury Hotel Brand for third year in a row – Photo courtesy of Provided
The Salamander Collection offers one-of-a-kind getaways. Authenticity is always a priority, especially regarding cuisine and fine dining, wellness, and the overall experience of each stay. In addition to luxury amenities, guests can enjoy unique adventures, equestrian events, and golf.
Full list of winners: Best Luxury Hotel Brand »
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Best Waterfront Hotel / Resort: Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
Take in the Atlantic Ocean scenery at Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach – Photo courtesy of Acqualina Resort & Residences
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