The top-scoring property in the United States, in what was once tobacco and bourbon warehouses, has 9,000 square feet of exhibition space filled with...

At this row house–style hotel, the decor reflects the colors of the Mississippi Delta and the bright-white lobby "looks like snow." The "quite...

This butte-top resort has decor that "highlights the landscape without being kitschy." Oklahoma sandstone columns and Pacific redwood walls are...

This 2008 hotel modeled on Alpine chalets has "the area's best Vail Mountain views." The rustic-chic lobby has ironwork, dark-beam ceilings, and a...

From this collection of cottages on a slope, "the views of vineyards and countryside are breathtaking." Suites have fireplaces, refrigerators stocked...

The Italianate villa and cluster of country cottages is 60 miles from Atlanta in the Blue Ridge Mountains. "The landscaping is amazing," with 1,400...

This Tuscan-inspired Strip mainstay is set behind an eight-and-a-half-acre man-made lake. "The decor is rich and elegant without being froufrou."...

This vineyard lodge comprises a French country home with copper chandeliers and "modern rustic" Monterey Territorial adobe guesthouses along a...

"Lush manicured grounds" at this pink-stucco hotel "remove you from the bustle of Rodeo Drive." Rooms have a pastel palette and tufted benches...

At the intersection of Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Boulevard, this two-winged Italian Renaissance landmark has "an unbeatable location." Carrera marble...

In the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, this country estate with a working farm and creamery is "not your typical resort." Overlooking meadows and...

This Tudor castle on 117 acres in the Berkshires offers winter barbecues in the snow. Guest rooms are "large and luxurious," with period antiques,...

Stone-colored adobe casitas with Southwestern interiors are grouped in clusters at this resort peppered with 12-million-year-old boulders. The...

The resort, which mixes Mediterranean Revival and Dutch Colonial styles, is near the boutiques of Worth Avenue. "The interior courtyard, with...

The property, modeled on fifteenth-century Italian villas, has "great design and decor throughout," including hand-painted ceilings in The Circle...

"In a league of its own," these "majestic Italian Renaissance buildings situated around a serene lake" offer "a posh, romantic atmosphere." Each room...

This "rustic, peaceful, luxurious property" with rough-hewn posts and beams incorporates trees, rocks, and streams in its design, using raised decks...

"The epitome of a wine country inn," this property sits on acres of grape vines, apple orchards, and farmland. Contemporary accommodations include...

This Mediterranean estate is on the Monterey Peninsula, "one of the most picturesque places in the country." Rooms in a palette of browns and golds...

The former home of a Swiss marine biologist is "an absolutely stunning mansion," with Alaskan cedar shingles and a two-story turret on a rocky point....

This 1870 congressman's residence, on a National Recreation Trail, "wows you when you drive through the big iron gates." On the lawn's Adirondack...

Set in the historic district, this "Southern gem re-creates a bygone era." The Italian marble lobby and 12-foot crystal chandelier recall a...

At this Italianate former whaling merchant's home, arriving guests are asked to sign an old-fashioned ledger. The 25 individually decorated rooms have...

Rooms at this French-style château are named for the herbs of Provence. They have antiques, fireplaces, and wrought iron balconies and are "just...

At this crowned limestone tower, guests encounter a custom-made glass chandelier in the lobby. Rooms have a persimmon, cream, and gold color scheme,...

This neo-Georgian structure in Back Bay, originally built for retired Harvard professors, has rooms with a white-on-brown color scheme, toile fabrics,...

"Location is everything," at this former ranch surrounded by pine trees in Red Rock Country. Adobe casitas are "pretty rustic," with beehive...

The interior of this high-rise built in the same curved shape as its sibling property, Wynn, is awash in red—"it stands out from other casinos."...

"There is so much space" at this "very romantic" 22-acre oceanfront property. Contemporary room decor means muted color schemes, bathrooms with...

A short walk from Pioneer Square, this Italian Renaissance building is made of granite, brick, and terra-cotta. Rooms in reds, yellows, blues, and...

Fronted by a white sand beach, this stucco resort "looks gorgeous lit up at night." The Hawaiian-themed lobby has a shell chandelier, while rooms come...

This converted dairy farm south of Chapel Hill is "gorgeous—it reminds me of England." After check-in, guests ride golf carts to rooms with...

With the Santa Ynez Mountains out back and the Channel Islands in front, this 20-acre Spanish colonial promises "360 degrees of beauty." In rooms,...

This hotel in a 66-story Burgundy limestone tower has "great views of the Hancock and Sears towers." "Lavish flower arrangements" are de rigueur, and...

This Lady Bird Lake hotel "is in the center of everything." Terrace views take in sweeping lawns and oak trees bordering the lakeside trail....

Facing Boston Common, the brick property "maintains a feeling of openness." Enter the lobby to "gleaming black-granite floors" and a grand staircase...

This hotel set within Mandalay Bay is "an uncrowded getaway." Interiors have "the feel of a spa," with "fantastic floral arrangements throughout";...

Although the mixed-use, 70-story high-rise where this property resides "is indistinguishable from nearby office buildings," the hotel is "a plush...

"An architectural treat," this 52-story limestone tower has "a tremendous lobby with soaring vaulted ceilings." Rooms come with dressing areas of...

"A modern and spacious" Yerba Buena tower, it houses works from local artists. Following a 2009 overhaul, interiors have "pleasing contemporary...

One block from Pike Place Market, this glass, stone, and aluminum newcomer has "a dramatic patio facing the mountains." Rooms in taupes and golds come...

"I wish my home were like this." The hotel houses a 2,000-piece private art collection as well as "phenomenal and spacious" rooms in mauve and sage...

Palm fronds hulk over low-rise bungalows with bamboo and slate throughout. "Attractive and well-maintained" accommodations are grouped around the Jack...

Set in a palm-lined residential neighborhood, the hotel is undergoing renovations that are adding 1940s Hollywood glamour to the rooms via glass wall...

This granite hotel on Logan Square affords "easy walks to everything." Federal decor in rooms means toile-patterned drapes, mahogany furniture, and...

The resort, which overlooks the Batiquitos Lagoon, occupies 200 acres "on a hillside filled with palm trees and beautiful tropical plants." "The food...

The Western-inspired resort an hour south of Yellowstone "stands amid majestic mountains and wildflower meadows." Rooms with suede- and...

On the grounds of this "truly upscale mountain retreat" stand a Hawaiian church and a gazebo overlooking a reflecting pond. "The eucalyptus and...

Tropical-colored rooms have headboards with pineapple motifs at this resort with gardens, streams, ponds, and waterfalls. Pool attendants supply Evian...

"We were floored by the beauty" of this resort. Natural light streaming through patio doors brightens white bedding and the mixed browns of the...

This Southwestern resort near Pinnacle Peak has "immaculate rooms" arrayed in a zigzag pattern to ensure "privacy on every terrace." Cooled by ceiling...

Enter the "conveniently located hotel," blocks from Charleston Harbor, through an expansive lobby with a spiral atrium. Though built in 2002, "it fits...

Landscaped pathways follow the Calabazas Creek on the three acres of this Asian-designed inn. White rooms with black furnishings "blend contemporary...

The Keoneloa Bay getaway on a former sugar plantation evokes 1920s and '30s Hawaii, exuding "a timeless, relaxed elegance." Rooms with terraces have...

Choose from three golf courses or try falconry at this "grand Georgian resort" in the Allegheny Mountains. The spa uses minerals derived from the...

"The magical experience starts with a boat ride" to this all-inclusive on an island visited by manatees and loggerhead turtles. "Rooms are furnished...

Almost all rooms face the Pacific at this plantation-style building with a hip roof "in downtown Waikiki." Blues and reds accentuate rooms, which have...

Gardens, shaded courtyards, and fountains are lures at this "iconic property," a pastel-pink Mission retreat. "You feel like royalty staying here."...

This "throwback to old Hollywood" sits near the Pearl District. More than 350 black-and-white photos fill interiors decked out with Czech crystal...

Bungalows "sprinkled along the ocean bluff" and cottages with cathedral ceilings welcome guests at this resort near Hana Bay. Winding paths connect...

This contemporary country inn with a minimalist exterior holds court in the historic town plaza. Well-lit hallways flanked by paintings lead to...

Each of the 21 floors in this concrete-and-glass structure is dedicated to a different glass artist. The lobby has white terrazzo flooring and black...

"Old European style and an incredible location" one block from Central Park are the draws of this Upper East Side property. Rooms, some in cinnamon...

This Craftsman-style lodge sits above the "beautiful, sun-kissed Pacific, whose big blue waves crash onto the craggy shore." Taupe and blue upholstery...

"The inn exemplifies the taste of a very proper Southern lady." Buildings and cottages, in a hamlet 70 miles from Washington, D.C., are interspersed...

This "cozy but elegant" brick inn in Pike Place Market has an interior courtyard with restaurants and shops. Rooms have large bay windows with views...

Located on the May River, the Lowcountry inn offers kayaking, fishing, and "beautiful vistas of woods and water." "Rooms are glorious," with...

This "easily navigated resort" among Monterey pines has "staff that help you at every turn." Beige rooms with red or gold duvets are warmed by...

This inn in the foothills of the Presidential Mountains has rooms named for former U.S. presidents "that are simply lovely," with red patterned...

This inn on a National Historic Landmark estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains has rooms inspired by nineteenth-century European manor houses. "Tasteful...

This rectangular tower has "perfect-sized rooms" with floor-to-ceiling windows and feather beds swathed in Egyptian cotton linens. The 24-hour Au Pied...

The 16-story resort with its own golf course out back commands views of the Pacific. Poolside Grille serves light luncheon fare, draft beer, and...

The setting of this ten-story property in a residential area means "no crowds nor the bustle of Honolulu." Newly refurbished rooms have double- or...

"You immediately feel at ease walking past the rosemary and lavender bushes" at this ivy-cloaked Mediterranean villa. Fireplaces, featherbeds, and the...

This three-story white stucco inn, once an apartment building, reflects Bohemian architecture. European-style rooms with tan walls, red furnishings,...

Bordering Oak Creek, this inn with wood-burning fireplaces offers rooms in muted browns with dark-red furnishings that are "reminiscent of a European...

The former nudist colony is built of limestone and has art and antiques inside. "At night, the grounds turn gold from the lighting." Country-style...

This red-roofed lodge sits on 23 acres with a backdrop of mountains. "Spacious and sophisticated rooms" with Anichini throws have wall-size windows...

At the foot of Aspen Mountain, this lodge has direct access to "some of the best skiing in North America." The lobby's dual-sided fireplace produces...

Enveloped in Jamaican coconut palms, this island retreat has "romantic and memorable" thatched-roof bungalows with British colonial interiors, but no...

This white lodge with green awnings has "stunning views and an unforgettable ambience." "Our room was immaculate," with artwork and hand-carved...

From some terraces at this lodge atop bluffs overlooking Blacks Beach, "you can see people taking off from the Torrey Pines Gliderport." The stone and...

The hunting lodge and river houses on this barrier island have "abundant natural beauty and wildlife." Adirondack-style abodes with American antiques...

The Asian-influenced limestone-and-marble newcomer next to the Prudential Center is "very well thought out." Teal- and taupe-shaded rooms "are...

This curved tower on a private key is "away from Miami's wild nightlife." Contemporary, mostly white rooms are "very spa-like," set off by dark woods...

"Your stress melts away in the lobby," with its Dale Chihuly glass sculpture, Central Park views, and "a sunken bar area that is so inviting." In...

"The focus is the views" at this Asian-themed property on the top floors of the two-towered 345 California Center. "I love standing on the sky bridge...

Against trees "dripping with Spanish moss," the redbrick facade "really stands out." Interiors include an onyx lobby, antique chairs covered in...

The walls of this Greek Revival, "not your typical Key West hotel," "shield you from the noise of Duvall Street," a block away. Light-filled rooms...

"Everyplace you look there's something beautiful" at this retreat where Southwestern architecture "blends with the desert landscape." Cactus Flower...

This property near The Alamo has rooms with 12-foot ceilings, four-poster beds, and hand-cut metal artifacts that "are elegantly appointed." Pesca on...

Rooms at this blufftop Craftsman-style resort with a shingle roof are decorated with early California artwork—"they're a perfect marriage of...

The Magnificent Mile newcomer is "close to wonderful shopping, food, and entertainment." Suites have light-green carpeting, and French doors lead to...

Built in 1852, this former school on the River Walk "feels like a historic hotel filled with wonderful stories." Displaying hacienda-style...

The Italian-inspired resort on the site of the former Sands has "a good location on the Strip." Its design channels modern European with pillowtop...

Part of a copper-crowned tower, this hotel faces "bustling Michigan Avenue" yet "feels like a boutique hotel with a cool art collection." "Very...

"A gorgeous crowd" frequents this European garden property "handily located" near Century City. "Rooms have sophisticated decor and sumptuous beds" as...

Occupying a full city block, this European-style hotel has "public spaces that are grand in every sense of the word," with Murano chandeliers....

This Sonoran Desert property welcomes guests with "a glorious flower-filled esplanade." Grounds include nine pools and "a fabulous cactus walk,...

This inn built in the 1800s embodies "craftsmanship, care, and attention." Renovations have drawn from various building styles, and "each room is a...

Expect "great curb appeal and true Southern hospitality" at this row house near Battery Park. "Staff recommendations for sightseeing and dining are...

This eco-conscious property installed 900 solar panels in 2009 and "makes use of the beauty" of its mountain ridge setting. Lodgings are in separate...

This resort, set amid bougainvillea on verdant hills, "transports you to someplace in the Spanish countryside." Freestanding casitas are divided into...

The French Quarter Beaux Arts building with lion gargoyles is "close to the center of the action." Local woods and subtle accents of the golds,...

"Parkland, golf courses, trees covered with Spanish moss," and a wide beachfront are hallmarks of this U-shaped barrier-island resort. In rooms of...

"The resort fits in perfectly with the mountain setting," courtesy of the timber, iron, and stone and the fireplaces that characterize its design....

At this high-rise opposite Lenox Square, room decor is inspired by the azaleas, magnolias, and hydrangeas found in Southern gardens. The Dining Room's...

This redbrick hotel with a smokestack mixes the Potomac's industrial history with sleek, modern interiors. "The bold lobby and tunnel-like brick...

This Mediterranean-inspired four-story cliffside resort has "a very open California feel and spectacular views." Rooms, outfitted in "a style...

"It's grand from the moment you arrive" at this beachfront hotel with ubiquitous fountains. "Very family-oriented activities" include an educational...

This white neoclassical former girls' college provides "a sense of calm and tranquillity" in its Nob Hill setting. "Very traditional, luxurious decor"...

Occupying 15 floors of the marble-and-glass Water Tower Place, this hotel has "stupendous views," a lobby with "a lovely fountain and natural light,"...

Polished quartz floors, "stately high ceilings, and leather and brocade furnishings" characterize this Mediterranean-style retreat. Recently redone...

Located on former hunting grounds on Lake Oconee, two hours from Atlanta, this property has rooms with mahogany furniture, feather beds, and marble...

"The dark wood and polished brass remind me of an upper-crust gentlemen's club." Renovated in June 2009, rooms at this Central Park property have...

This Italian-inspired resort on 500 acres near SeaWorld is "majestic, since you approach it from the long driveway." Lobby staff "await with...

The Philip Johnson–designed hotel resides in a giant mixed-use limestone structure. "An airy, luxe feel pervades," starting with the lobby's...

This former cotton baron's residence embodies the area's "grace and charm." Cupolas and climbing ivy define the exterior; coffered ceilings and carved...

Centered around a Spanish Revival villa, "the entire place is infused with peace." Egyptian palms, bougainvillea, and fountains recur, along with...

The white Art Deco newcomer has "sleek design with minimal color and inviting open spaces." Rooms are split between the main building, with a modern...

Touches such as local slate and the original 1916 fireplace create this inn's sense of place. The "spectacular view" of the 270-foot Snoqualmie Falls...

"A perfect place to unwind and golf," this beachfront resort boasts five courses. Accommodations have a Southern feel, and balconies are wonderful:...

On the drive up from Scottsdale, "you'll feel the stress slip away." Light stucco buildings and casitas have a contemporary design, including...

This cottage-style 1800s citrus ranch in the Montecito Hills "oozes charm and romance." Most rooms are suites and have hand-stitched French quilts and...

A 1930s Art Deco building and a modern glass tower, this "Zen-like" South Beach property has palm-lined paths leading to three pools, each a different...

"There is nothing between this airy hotel and the beach." The three buildings have gray-shingled siding and flower-entwined trellises. Beachy white,...

A short stroll from the Pearl Street Mall, the contemporary property is done in "earth tones and stone" that work with the natural surroundings....

Celebrating its centennial in 2010, this brick and stone Renaissance Revival building with wrought iron balconies is "comfortable and not overly...

"A welcoming, luxe space" between two ski lifts allows for winter skiing and summer horseback riding. "The ambience is elegant," and rooms in Rocky...

Check in to the Beaux Arts landmark off Fifth Avenue and "you're in the heart of this vibrant, pulsating city." Interiors re-create early-1900s Europe...

"Elegance combines with luxe touches" at this resort where rooms have plantation shutters and "plush beds instantly comfort you," thanks to Fili d'Oro...

The Scandinavian atmosphere of this "fantastically located resort"—it's mid-mountain in Silver Lake Village—comes from the light-wood...

The New England–style coastal inn has wicker furniture, fireplaces of local stone, and an oceanfront library and chart room. Rooms are...

After a drive through Stowe village, "which is breathtaking, even for a New Englander," guests reach this family-owned mountain compound. Get a West...

Bear, elk, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats visit this retreat in Yellowstone National Park. "The wilderness reinforces the authentic experience."...

Occupying 6,000 acres of mountain wilderness, the resort comprises "wooden structures that blend strikingly well into the surroundings." Cottages are...

Swim with tropical fish in the freshwater pool of this "absolute charmer." The bright-yellow Early Revival Victorian has plant-filled gardens. Rooms...

Four mountain ranges and 250 wooded acres are home to this hand-hewn log inn "where you feel on top of the world." Lodgings are designed "as Ralph...

Anticipate "rustic elegance" at this Rogue River timber lodge, where "deer roam around." Rooms have fireplaces and Mission-style furniture, and some...

This former home of writer Sinclair Lewis has "the smell and feel of the country." Suites and cottages are uniquely decorated, "spacious, and not...

Set around a re-creation of St. Mark's Square, with gondolas plying a canal, "this hotel captures the grandeur of Venice." For dining, "we found no...

The weathered-cedar hideaway comprises buildings on a mountain meadow beneath redwood and bay laurel trees. Each room has a deck or patio—some...

"Everything you need is at this beachside resort," where palm trees line the pool. Rooms, with Polynesian accents, have patios with Pacific views....

A four-story Gulf Coast resort near sand dunes, "it feels like a stylish beach house." Soft blues, corals, and reds color rooms, and wood furnishings...

With views of Nantucket Bay and the Atlantic, this weathered-shingle Nantucket mansion "full of dormers and gables" is "a fabulous place to read,...

This coastal property with a red mansard roof and three towers looks onto granite outcroppings. "Without making the hotel a museum," rooms are...

Anticipate "total relaxation" amid the stretches of fairways and woodlands at this multi-building retreat. "Generous-sized, luxurious rooms," in...

"Sophisticated luxury" permeates the atrium of this circular, rural property with "beautiful lawns and trees," six floors of accommodations, and a...

The nineteenth-century refurbished farmhouse, now "a sophisticated country inn," embodies "typical New England style." A subdued palette of blues,...

This rose-granite property is "away from the noise of the nearby French Quarter." Rooms, replicating stately English manors, have high ceilings, a...