The United States of America is one of the most hauntingly beautiful countries in the world. It offers its visitors a staggering array of breathtaking attractions, including vibrant cities, spectacular scenery, amazing road trips, phenomenal wildlife, and beautiful beaches.
My favorite USA travel destinations are the inspiring cities of New York City & San Francisco, the unspoilt wilderness of Alaska, the jaw dropping beauty of the Hawaiian islands, and the phenomenal landscapes of the National Parks in the West.
Tomorrow is the 4th of July, a national holiday that commemorates the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when thirteen American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation, no longer forming part of the British Empire. Independence Day is a good time to give a round-up of the 10 best luxury hotels in one of my most beloved travel destinations, the USA.
1. San Francisco’s CAVALLO POINT LODGE
Minutes from San Francisco, award-winning Cavallo Point, housed in a former USA army station near the Golden Gate Bridge, provides one of the most sought-after stays on the West Coast. The lodge’s façade has been exquisitely restored, maintaining the historic style of Fort Baker. Many of its 142 modern and historic rooms provide expansive views of the bridge, the city skyline, and San Francisco Bay. The lodge is a popular culinary destination because to the Northern Californian cuisine at Murray Circle restaurant, and the class lineup at the small cooking school is always changing. Enjoy a variety of massages, facials, healing arts treatments, and other spa services to unwind. Families will love the lodge’s dog-friendly accommodations and miles of hiking paths in national parklands.
2. Florida Keys to Little Palm Island
The closest thing to a five-star hotel experience on a private island in the mainland United States is Little Palm Island. Only reachable by boat or seaplane, this adults-only resort in the Florida Keys is a remote haven of 30 thatched roof bungalows, crushed seashell walkways, and lush tropical gardens that were influenced by British West Indies architecture while paying meticulous homage to old world customs. Exotic allure evocative of a Balinese retreat is delivered by thoughtful facilities. The rustling of leaves in the air, the sound of nearby birds and tree frogs, and the lap of the ocean waves serve as the resort’s soundtrack without the use of phones or televisions. The world-class restaurant and spa, lounge chairs on the little beach, and hammocks affixed to the palm trees are all places to spend days.
3. BIG SUR, CA’S POST RANCH INN
One of the most prominent luxury hotels in the United States, Post Ranch Inn is a haven for the soul, perched 400 meters (1200 feet) above the Pacific Ocean on the cliffs of Big Sur. One of the world’s most picturesque highways, the Californian Highway, runs between San Francisco and Los Angeles, where the rustic refuge is situated. The 40 rooms combine rustic elegance, comfort, and seclusion with expansive views of the ocean or mountains, all surrounded by natural architecture that embraces the dramatic majesty of the coast and the neighboring redwoods. Every accommodation has a free minibar, a private veranda, and a wood-burning fireplace. Take part in yoga in the morning, restorative spa treatments, trekking, stargazing at night, and swimming in the ocean-view basking pools. Seasonal organic food is served at the renowned Sierra Mar restaurant.
4. WALDORF LAS VEGAS ASTORIA
The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas promises an extraordinary experience in a memorable city. The hotel, which is housed in a 47-story structure in the heart of The Strip, provides opulence, grandeur, and True Waldorf Service in a non-gaming setting, just a short distance from the city’s famous eating, entertainment, and shopping options. The Sky Lobby, located on the 23rd level, is a stunning entrance to a sophisticated bar, fine dining, and understated luxury. The 389 rooms and suites have contemporary décor with modest Asian-inspired accents and are quite comfortable. With views from the floor-to-ceiling windows, the bathrooms are breathtaking. Dynamic dining experiences vary from a famous Tea Lounge serving traditional English tea to Skybar serving handmade drinks 23 stories above the Strip. The expansive spa offers two guest levels of personalized health options.
5. BIG ISLAND, HAWAII’S FOUR SEASONS RESORT HUALALAI
This stunning beachside resort, which is situated on the exclusive Kona-Kohala Coast of the Big Island, embodies Hawaiian style, culture, and tradition and is often ranked among the most popular honeymoon destinations. The large, outdoor living areas and island-inspired décor are complemented by an unparalleled collection of native Hawaiian art. The resort, which blends history, culture, pure pampering, and sincere aloha to everyone that comes its way, is built into its natural surroundings. In addition to championship golf, a top-notch spa and fitness center, tennis, on-site ocean activities, retail shops, seven pools, cultural events, and award-winning restaurants, the resort has 252 exquisite rooms and suites. There are chances to make enduring memories because of the contrast between the turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and tall coconut palms and the old black lava rock.
6. WYOMING’S BRUSH CREEK RANCH
Located on a working cattle ranch in the center of Wyoming’s renowned Platte River Valley, between the breathtaking Medicine Bow National Forest and the Sierra Madre Mountain range, Brush Creek Ranch is widely regarded as one of the top luxury hotels in the United States. The property provides a unique all-inclusive luxury ranch resort that is perfect for affluent tourists, daring explorers, business group retreats, family luxury dude ranch holidays, and magnificent ranch destination weddings. You may restore your freedom by riding trails, driving cattle, fly-fishing, or ascending Medicine Bow Peak on the 30,000 pristine acres that lay beyond its front gates. 42 opulent, timber-framed rooms with open-hearth fires and opulent facilities are available for guests. Families may stay in the luxurious Magee Homestead, which is reserved for adults 21 and above, or sprawl out in restored 19th-century log cabins with patios, complete kitchens, and vast views.
7. The Four Seasons Hotel at Miami’s Surf Club
The Surf Club in Miami has been a part of history since it initially opened on New Year’s Eve in 1930. Tire tycoon Harvey Firestone never would have guessed how long-lasting the popularity of what he would eventually build would be when he initially came up with the concept for a new kind of social club on board his yacht, the Marybelle. The Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, which is situated on the same 9-acre (3.6-hectare) stretch of oceanfront in Surfside, Florida, on Miami’s northern beaches, has 77 guest rooms, a variety of hotel residences, Le Sirenuse Restaurant and Champagne Bar, three pools, a spotless beach, and a spa and wellness center. The historic clubhouse is framed and flanked by three structures constructed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Richard Meier.
8. WYOMING AMANGANI
Amangani, a favorite of skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts, brings extraordinary elegance and grandeur to the untamed surroundings of Jackson Hole. It recalls the spirit of the American West. The lodge, which has floor-to-ceiling windows and sandstone columns with views of the Teton Mountains, blends in well with its Wild West surroundings. Amangani, which is run by Aman, one of the most exclusive hotel brands in the world, is tastefully decorated with Wyoming-native materials like braided cowhide seats and redwood walls. King-sized beds, daybeds, fireplaces, and patios with breathtaking mountain views are all features of the roomy apartments. Spending money close to the wildness of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park is ideal; hiking and fly-fishing are available in the spring and summer, while skiing is abundant in the winter.
9. AMAN NEW YORK
Since 1921, the Crown Building on Fifth Avenue, which dominates Manhattan’s midway and looks out over Central Park, has been one of the most costly and sought-after city blocks in the world. The new Aman New York Hotel, which opened in 2022, currently occupies the seventh through fourteenth floors of the building. The fifteenth level and above have been converted into 22 Aman-branded apartments, including a five-story, almost 14,000-square-foot penthouse that costs more than $100 million USD. With a striking indoor pool encircled by fire pits and daybeds as its focal point, the new Aman has an amazing Aman Spa. With a double treatment room, sauna, and steam rooms, as well as an outside patio with a cabana, daybed, and fireplace, two Spa Houses provide visitors a comprehensive spa experience.
10. AMANGIRI, UTAH
Amangiri (meaning “peaceful mountain”) sits in the USA’s Grand Circle area and overlooks arid landscapes and the famous flat-topped mesa rock formations of the Southwest. The resort, which is also run by Aman, is surrounded by five national parks, a number of national monuments, and the Navajo Nation reserve, the biggest Native American reserve in the US. Surrounded by a central pool with a breathtaking outlook, the hotel’s simple interior design and the raw, powerful surroundings offer a ton of Instagram potential to wow your friends and motivate your followers. The resort’s main pavilion is flanked by two graceful wings that house Amangiri’s 34 rooms. King-size beds, private courtyard entrances, fireplaces, and private patios are features of every suite; some even have their own swimming pools. Amangiri also has Camp Sarika, a posh “glamping” destination next to the main resort.
Disclaimer
This article is not meant to be commercial or promotional; rather, it is meant to be informative only. To assist readers in exploring vacation possibilities in the United States, all hotel names, locations, and descriptions stated here are based on publically accessible information. For the most recent information, readers are encouraged to check the official websites of the individual hotels since prices, facilities, services, and availability are subject to change. None of the hotels on the list are associated with or sponsored by the author or publisher. The reader is responsible for making their own travel selections.