Top 10 Best New Luxury Hotels in the USA
It’s no secret that 2020 was a challenging year for travel. With the pandemic came restrictions and lockdowns, which made traveling near impossible. One of the hardest hit was the hotel industry, which saw fewer bookings and the need to increase its cleaning standards. However, if there’s one set that has turned lemons into lemonade, it’s in the realm of accommodations.
2021 is seeing an uptick in travel, especially when it comes to choosing upscale lodging. If you’re getting the urge to head off somewhere for a bit of R&R, there are a plethora of brand-new accommodations to choose from. Although there are lots more than are on our list, here are our picks for the best new luxury hotels in the USA for 2021.
Note: Some of the best luxury hotels in the United States are opening throughout 2021. However, you can start to plan and make reservations now for later dates.
Best New Hotels in the US for Those that Love Luxury
AMBIENTE ~ ARIZONA
Arizona—and Sedona in particular—is known for its stately red rocks. After all, that’s why people head to places like the Grand Canyon. Ambiente is a Landscape Hotel (the first of its kind in North America) that offers guests a stunning look at the area’s gorgeous beauty. Not only is the topographic view lovely at Ambiente, but the environment and sustainability are at the top of mind.
The hotel focuses on earth-friendly practices and is built to accent—not detract from—the landscape. Ambiente features 40 elevated, cubed-shaped guest rooms that are designed in a minimalistic yet luxurious style. The best part is that each room—called an Atrium—is built around the existing flora and elevations. Atriums are also set at unique angles to maximize views and minimize the impact on the environment.
STANLY RANCH ~ CALIFORNIA
If you’re heading to Napa Valley to explore wine country, make it even more indulgent by staying at Stanly Ranch. Offering airy cottages with vineyard views, Stanly Ranch blends in with the natural surroundings so that guests can immerse themselves in the landscape, which is also a working vineyard and winery. Staying on a vineyard in wine country? Yes, please! The accommodations are also only ten minutes from downtown Napa, which means exploring the area’s art and tastes is within reach.
AMAN NEW YORK ~ NEW YORK
Not only is Aman New York one of 2021’s most anticipated new hotels, but it is also steeped in history. Proclaimed to embody “the splendor of the Gilded Age and dynamism of Fifth Avenue,” this New York luxury hotel is housed in the Crown Building, which was the first home of the Museum of Modern Art. The building has been fully restored to combine exceeding luxury while honoring the structure’s history.
Featuring a three-story spa and an indoor pool complete with fire pits and daybeds, this hotel is designed with pampering and luxury at the helm. The New York skyline and an overlook of Central Park are viewable from the hotel, and you can choose to dine at one of several on-site locations, including a Wine Library.
AMRIT OCEAN RESORT ~ FLORIDA
Florida is known for its gorgeous weather, which makes heading to Amrit Ocean Resort perfect at any time of year. The focus of the resort is to guide guests on a path to better mental and physical health. In essence, the property provides an immersive wellness experience, which is greatly needed after the pent-up stress of the last year.
300 feet of idyllic, private beachfront allows resort goers to enjoy waves and fun in the sun while on the property. A state-of-the-art fitness center, farm-to-table dining, and a full-service salon are just a few of the luxurious offerings at Amrit Ocean Resort.
THE BRADLEY PROVENANCE ~ INDIANA
Recognize the name Vera Bradley? The style icon is branching out from purses, luggage, and accessories to cultivate a gorgeous hotel in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The Bradley Provenance features nine designer suites, a rooftop bar, and an exclusive selection of in-house food and beverages. The hotel’s goal is to provide a sense of positivity and nostalgia for its guests while revitalizing the downtown area.
FIFTH AVENUE HOTEL ~ NEW YORK
New York hotels make our list a few times, and it’s no wonder as the city is filled with remarkable buildings just begging for overnight guests. Fifth Avenue Hotel has extravagant yet understated style for those who enjoy luxury without going over the top design-wise. One exciting aspect is that the hotel is divided between two buildings, one of which is a 24-story scraper with 129 rooms and a penthouse. The other—perhaps more desired—accommodation includes 24 suites inside what used to house the Second National Bank.
VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS ~ NEVADA
The Virgin brand is known for luxe living paired with both boldness and an unmistakable edginess. In true Las Vegas fashion, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas features an extravagant casino area. The bar, lounge areas, and even the lobby focus on high style in an artful way. The property also offers stunning pools and, of course, live entertainment. If you’re a foodie, you can dine in one of several restaurants, each of which focuses on a specific type of cuisine.
MONTAGE BIG SKY ~ MONTANA
Montana is a great year-round destination with snowy mountains in winter and a comfortably warm temperature in the summer. One plus is that Big Sky is about an hour from Yellowstone National Park. Heading to Montage Big Sky affords opportunities to ski on 5800 acres along with playing golf, hiking, fly-fishing, snowshoeing, and mountain biking.
The property features 39 residences and 150 guest rooms, and don’t worry if outdoor sports aren’t your thing. You can always spend time at the 11,000 square foot Spa Montage (sounds divine!), explore the on-site bowling alley, grab a drink at the pub, and dine at one of the on-site restaurants.
THOMPSON HOLLYWOOD ~ CALIFORNIA
Los Angeles is known for the variety of entertainment and culture, and Thompson Hollywood is designed to complement that vibe. Featuring a garden, lounge, and pool on its rooftop, guests will have a 360 panoramic view while enjoying the open roof. Thompson Hollywood also prides itself on its world-class chefs and expert mixologists to make dining—and drinking—at their luxury boutique hotel an extra bougie experience.
THE CHATWAL LODGE ~ NEW YORK
If the name “The Chatwal” sounds familiar, it could be because it’s a spectacular boutique hotel in the heart of Manhattan. However, The Chatwal Lodge—its sister property—offers an idyllic setting of the same caliber in the Catskill Mountains.
Seeking to redefine country luxury, the hotel makes use of its stunning surroundings. Materials such as stones, hand-hewn timbers, and stately pine tree trunks are featured in the lodge’s structure. An on-site spa features Ayurvedic services for wellness, and you can dine on top-notch farm-to-table fare while at The Chatwal Lodge.
Are you ready to travel in style during 2021 and beyond? From elevated private villas to urban penthouses, 2021 truly delivers some of the best new luxury hotels in the USA. No matter your taste, there is definitely an accommodation for you that will allow you to feel pampered and put your mind at ease as you relax your vacation days away.
