What It Costs To Stay at the Nation’s Best Hotels

Sometimes choosing a hotel is based on cost and convenience, and all of the bells and whistles aren’t all that important. What matters is that there’s a comfortable bed to sleep on and a shower to clean up in. At other times, the hotel is an integral part of the vacation, and travelers demand the best amenities, from on-site spas to the finest Italian linens. U.S. News & World Report analyzed hotel star ratings, visitor reviews and ratings, and industry awards to rank the best hotels in the country, and Cheapism looked at the going rate for a room at 10 of them.

Pricing is subject to change.

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1. Acqualina Resort & Residences

Sunny Isles Beach, Florida

Rooms start at $1,500 a night

With four on-site eateries, four pools, a spa, and features such as beachfront dining, this resort is packed with top-tier amenities. But, according to U.S. News, one of the biggest highlights is the hotel staff, who go “out of their way to attend to their guests’ needs.”

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2. The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician

Scottsdale, Arizona

Rooms start at $906 a night

This swanky hotel has private terraces, an 18-hole golf course, an infinity pool with Camelback vistas, tennis courts, and a full-service spa.

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3. Pendry West Hollywood

West Hollywood, California

Rooms start at $472 a night

Located on Sunset Boulevard, Pendry West Hollywood is within walking distance to several eateries and shops. If you ask us, though, its biggest selling point is the rooftop pool that overlooks the Los Angeles skyline.

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4. The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Rooms start at $315 a night

This beachfront hotel offers more than just idyllic views, it offers outdoor activities, five championship golf courses, and — of course — a spa.

5. The Inn & Club at Harbour Town

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Rooms start at $401 a night

Hilton Head is known for being a sought-after destination, and this hotel is the cream of the crop in the area, with plenty of on-site dining options, lavish rooms, and spacious bathrooms complete with soaking tubs.

6. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 

Rooms start at $2,355 a night

You might pay more for a night at this island resort than you spend on your mortgage each month, but between the fresh seafood, luxurious rooms, and top-tier customer service, it’s might just be worth the splurge.

7. The Mark

New York

Rooms start at $995 a night

This Upper East Side hotel embraces a 1930s Paris vibe complete with an on-site restaurant that serves up French cuisine.

8. The Langham, Chicago

Chicago

Rooms start at $428 a night

Occupying the first 13 floors of a 52-story Chicago skyscraper, The Langham features a health club, spa, and a 67-foot-long swimming pool.

9. The Peninsula Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills, California

Rooms start at $1,005 a night

Swanky accommodations are just the tip of the iceberg at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. The luxury hotel prides itself on being flexible with guests, allowing early check-in and late checkout.

10. Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

Washington

Prices start at $1,270 a night

Sure, there’s a spa, but this Four Seasons hotel’s biggest attraction is its location. In the heart of Georgetown, it’s just steps away from some of the best shopping the region has to offer and offers easy access to Washington’s most popular tourist sites, including many museums.