The Best Adults Only Boutique Hotels in 2026
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There’s no shortage of stately house-hotels in the Whites, so we want you to know that we mean it when we give this Jackson, NH luxury boutique inn a top spot. It’s tucked off a rural street on the edges of downtown Jackson, which is pretty secluded all on its own. Getting there is part homecoming, part adventure. There’s not nearly enough town to get lost in, but the roads seem full of promises, and so does the inn. The small mansion is filled to the brim with creature comforts,… > Read Our Full Review
To call Wilmington’s Dreamers B&B design-forward would be an understatement, with every inch of the space perfectly calibrated to make your eye go “oh… my.” The house itself is a Victorian remodel, surrounded by jungle-y landscaping that makes the space feel intimate and mysterious. In our opinion, the interior perfectly encapsulates the romantic luxury of Victorian style, fully modernized for contemporary tastes. Elegant furniture and dramatic decor are set against creamy white walls that complement the soft corals, bright woods and foamy greens beautifully. We’ve gone beyond rich aunt, this… > Read Our Full Review
This central Porto boutique hotel is an architect’s dream. Or an architect’s wife’s dream, to be more exact. Either way, it’s dreamy. Built in the early 1900s by the archaeologist and architect Ricardo Severo, Palacete Severo was a gift of sorts for his Brazillian partner. If she didn’t love this stunningly detailed testament to Severo’s talent and passion, we would truly be surprised. Throughout the mansion you’ll find Portuguese granite, Portuguese wood, Portuguese tiles, you get the idea. Almost everything is just beautiful to look at. Even if the rooms… > Read Our Full Review
A repurposed villa with a fascinating history, this boutique hotel in the perfect place, slightly outside Downtown Santa Fe, for a quiet, intimate, yet invigorating stay. Indeed, the original owner, poet Witter Bynner, was a famed partier who hosted the likes of D.H. Lawrence, Ansel Adams, Igor Stravinsky, Willa Cather, and, of course, Santa Fe’s queen Georgia O’Keefe. Their spirit is palpable at the Inn, still a lively and creative place to be. The 1886 house was transformed into an inn 110 years later, but each owner has been dedicated… > Read Our Full Review
This Kennebunkport boutique hotel is all intimacy, gorgeous surroundings, gourmet breakfast, and idyllic country drives. Plopped right between Kennebunk and Kennebunkport, you’ll be equidistant to the lively, tourist darling of the port and the more stately, historical town. The Inn itself is a historical draw, steeped in New England lore. Built in 1753 by the uncle of Ralph Waldo Emerson, the famed writer is rumored to have summered at the house. It’s also known to have been part of the Underground Railroad. Even without the compelling past, the property is… > Read Our Full Review
This historic boutique in Downtown St. Augustine, Florida is on par with many of the city’s more expensive brands, and it’s much more intimate to boot. A small property packed with style, this museum-turned hotel is a testament to the staying power of St. Augustine’s storied past. It comprises 9 different historical houses, each with its own story. The hotel offers tours of the property throughout the week, and there are plenty of nearby sites to explore. But it’s not just for history buffs. Amenities, decor, and service are all… > Read Our Full Review
In 2022 The Dean expanded its small collection of Irish boutique hotels to Galway and it became an immediate success. Youthful and stylish without feeling contrived, it’s a collection of natural wood, low lighting and mod colours that is well-designed and hip. Some rooms definitely err on the small side, but they have good entry level pricing for such a nice hotel. And, with plenty of common areas and a pretty excellent gym, it all adds to the good value. You’ll find bold, mod patterning in every room, so if… > Read Our Full Review
Hotel Collect, Budapest looks instantly captivating. A stately white-stone façade opens into an impressive lobby, elegant hallways, and palettes of beautifully curated colors. There’s loads of rich wood too, and every inch of the space feels deftly intentional. As with many other small boutique hotels, there’s not much else going on in the space. If you wanted every whim (spa itch?), catered to, we’d steer you in a different direction, though it does have a nice little bar. If you like a very beautiful space to lounge about in in… > Read Our Full Review
Many Miami hotels, even boutique hotels, walk the edge of gaudy excess, but down in South Beach above all places, Hotel Greystone offers a masterclass in well, class. Its beautifully renovated historical Art Deco facade gleams white in the sunshine, set off by a flashy vertical sign (our favorite)! It’s in good company though, just across the street from the Asian-influenced boutique elegance of The Setai. That’s the two very best boutique hotels in South Beach right across from each other. But Greystone is all-American, a testament to the Art-Deco-on-the-Beach… > Read Our Full Review
From the moment you step through the bright yellow door of this Portsmouth boutique hotel, we think you’ll feel right at home. The Sailmaker’s House can be the spot for a relaxing home-base on your NH Seacoast adventure. The original part of the building, constructed in 1801, is a cute collection of architectural quirks. It sits sweetly alongside a selection of rooms that feel reserved for family friends. This means, of course, that you feel like family friends. Add to this the impeccable location and easygoing service, and you can… > Read Our Full Review
Another offering from the folks at White Elephant Resorts (burgeoning monopoly of Nantucket hospitality), this Wauwinet Village boutique hotel brings high-class luxury to the Island’s east side. The residence is unmistakably Cape Cod and New England, a classic shingled manor house looking out over the great Atlantic. Nantucket might not be a bustling metropolis, but it’s certainly a vibrant center compared to Wauwinet’s seaside tranquility. Expect more general relaxation here. The property is romantic in every way, with grass and sand stretching towards the sea and absolutely stunning sunrises you’ll… > Read Our Full Review
Sugar Hill is no chic, design-driven urban boutique but for us the White Mountains deserve a ‘when in Rome’ philosophy. When you’re looking out the window at feet of snow, a roaring fire, stellar meal and wool blanket is going much further than a couple of throw pillows, no matter how well the print goes with the wallpaper. And that’s why we like the Sugar Hill Inn. It’s not a well-curated throw pillow or a pricey antique brought in from New York. It’s a gorgeous historic farmhouse with straightforward decor… > Read Our Full Review
This Fishtown, Philly boutique gem is where to go when you just want to run away to a blossoming-but-not-soulless-yet neighborhood and drink old fashioneds at a hardwood bar. It’s waking up in a cozy room with a little kitchenette, making yourself your morning coffee and greeting the staff by name. Wm. Mulherin’s is the kind of place that feels like a very well-made film, and its charming surroundings don’t hurt either. The design philosophy is “timeless,” and it’s spot on. The hotel will make any good old days boomer, alternative… > Read Our Full Review
There are plenty of cute B&Bs in central St. Augustine, but we like the all-in extra of this historical hotel. The house is fairly simple, an oyster shell lime “tabby house” in an unobtrusive pale pink. Inside, however, you could really watch the walls for hours. The common areas are the real standouts, coated in wall paintings and stuffed with antique elegance. The dining room is bright and friendly, with wood beams and a strangely casual atmosphere for such a beautiful property. A friendly staff helps with this as well… > Read Our Full Review
This super-sweet boutique B&B in the Avenues area of Salt Lake City is a great find for anyone who enjoys a little history with their stay. Salt Lake City, and the west of the US in general, is not widely famed for historically-centered tourism. This makes Ellerbeck, a 1890s mansion turned luxury B&B, a bit more exciting than it might already be, in a more saturated market. The original owner was an influential English emigrate, the house built for his third wife. The rosy brick, the ornate glass, the gorgeous… > Read Our Full Review
Atlanta has plenty of large luxury hotels, some in stunning historic buildings, but few have the cozy intimacy and charm of this Midtown boutique hotel. If you’re trying to avoid the sometimes impersonal pomp of a big hotel without sacrificing on luxury, Stonehurst Place is a a good opportunity to enjoy genuine southern hospitality. We’d book in advance, as their seven rooms are in high demand and can fill up quickly. One thing we really love is the commitment to creating a culturally and ecologically conscious place to stay. On… > Read Our Full Review
66 Saint Paul’s Boutique Hotel, Valletta, is housed in a grand, heavy-walled, 17th-century era palazzo in the southeast edge of il-Beit. Renovated in modern times to welcome more light and air, this new openness has been put to good use. Good first impressions start immediately upon entering, with the central courtyard area and its giant, elegantly curved staircase. The interior design is quite understated, no colours are allowed leap out. Instead, it leans heavily into the kind of neutral palette that more matches Valletta’s maze of old stone. 66 Saint… > Read Our Full Review
Downtown Salt Lake City has two of these cult classics: this hotel and a sister location just a 5-minute drive away. With four locations between Utah and Idaho, Anniversary Inn has a small army of once-in-a-lifetime rooms for a couple’s getaway or, if you’re brave, a solo adventure. We’ll start by saying: nobody’s trying to fool anybody. Everything is fake, and it’s okay. The leaves are fabric, the tree trunks dead, the alligators are not even taxidermied (that’s a joke unless you’re from Wyoming, in which case it’s a serious… > Read Our Full Review
This historic house in Grand Rapids Michigan’s Heritage Hill neighborhood offers a relaxed, classic B&B stay in a charming setting. It’s a 1914 mansion with some lovely old English-style architecture, one that originally belonged to a local refrigerator baron. It’s a delightful place to be, all rich woods and soft tiles with touches of period-appropriateness to the furniture, but nothing too strict. Thus, the ambiance stays laid back instead of grand. It gives more rich cookie-giving grandma than rich knuckle-smacking grandma, and this we greatly appreciate. In other words, more… > Read Our Full Review
Everyone loves a good, cozy cannery-turned-hotel in an old fishing town, but we love that downtown Astoria has at least one hotel with a hip, modern vibe. We also love how the Norblad has managed to thread the needle of hip hostel and cozy hotel so successfully. Everything is sparkling clean, and the staff is ever-helpful. This is no hostel run by a bunch of stoned-gap-year-travelers lost in their copies of Shantaram. It’s a hospitality-focused, super-cool spot to stay the night. Beyond the vibe, the space is well-designed and impeccably… > Read Our Full Review
Blind Tiger’s Portland offerings include two houses in the calm, stylish West End of the city. Both houses, set on Carleton and Danforth Streets, feature the same high quality synonymous with the Lark Hotel Group and its growing army of perfectly chic boutique hotels. They’re both housed in stately, quintessentially New England, red brick houses we’d be delighted to come home to each evening. Carleton Street, the 1869 Victorian, is a hair more residential, allowing for slow wanders around the West End’s architectural charm. The Danforth Street location is closer… > Read Our Full Review
Near Quebec’s Old Port, Hotel Cap Diamant’s townhouse building is almost two-centuries old. Its rooms though feel like they were decorated yesterday, by an empty nester with a long-standing subscription to Vogue Living. It’s all supremely hip – the interior decoration lush with personality and vintage feeling. With fewer than 10 rooms, you’re also guaranteed a sense of familiarity. Many hotels this small will have a virtual concierge system, but the staff at Hotel Cap Diamant are here full time and always happy to help. The smaller size precludes certain… > Read Our Full Review
The Quetzal is a laid-back boutique hotel in the center of Cancun, and one of the few places in the city for a quirky, artsy stay. The delightfully colorful building is tucked away in a character filled, mural-covered neighborhood. It’s the kind of place you wish you’d actually discovered yourself, wandering among these art-covered walls to happen upon this little oasis of hospitality. Rooms are clean and colorful, the outside hanging-out area is unpretentious and comfortable, and the service is friendly and helpful. If you want to feel like a… > Read Our Full Review
For a more residential-style stay in peaceful Loring Park, Minneapolis, this historical mansion property might be the perfect place. By residential, we kind of mean your (great?) grandma’s house. If your grandma is very much old money, owns an old-fashioned trolley, and a Great Dane called Madonna. There’s also another Great Dane called Clifton who we shouldn’t leave out, but we just love the fact that the person in charge of here went and named their dog Madonna. Madonna’s parents’ house then is a gorgeous turn-of-the-century number formerly owned by… > Read Our Full Review
Palma’s El Llorenç, Parc de la Mar is a bit extra on all fronts, delightfully so. Delicately woven box-like structures only slightly function as cabanas by the rooftop infinity pool, stuffed with cushions and glazed in sun. Endless colourful tile keeps the atmosphere bright and contemporary. Just the right amount of sleek marble and shining brass gives a sense of all-consuming opulence throughout the lobby and common areas. In our opinion, it flirts with the edge of taste, but ultimately stays behind the line. There’s enough texture to keep the… > Read Our Full Review
This super-hip boutique on the edge of the Gothic Quarter has enough artsy cool for all of Barcelona. Collaboration with local cultural players makes for a city-born style. Of course, with Barcelona as a leader in European elegance, it’s doesn’t promise something super unique. Yet, the Wittmore kind of is. It has an independent, moody, contemporary style, that we don’t see often. Not much old-world finery to be found here too, and that’s not an issue. Even if the staff aren’t following you around with a dinner jacket, they’re ready… > Read Our Full Review
TL;DR • Luxury boutique hotel off the coast of Cancun – a real rarity • No holds barred high-end service with small-scale privacy • Catamaran arrival sets the indulgent tone • Not for authenticity but for full-on pampering • Exclusive Impressions line of upscale Hyatt hotels • Check prices here We’ve got to hand it to Hyatt, they found an untapped niche in Cancun and grabbed it with both hands. While not super-small for a boutique hotel, Impression Isla Mujeres’s combination of indulgent hospitality and small footprint is a… > Read Our Full Review
Frame Hotel – Treehouse, formerly the Kimber Modern, is another suave boutique hotel right off Congress Avenue in Austin’s vibrant South Congress. We found the design sleek, colorful and modern but this Frame Hotel also offers some nice back to nature vibes. There are no treehouses here though, despite the name, but some wonderful old Texan Oaks in the courtyard were enough to inspire. The hotel has a very small number of rooms and, with no staff for most of the day (though they are just a phone call away),… > Read Our Full Review
The Heywood is a small, stylish, boutique hotel hidden away in the hip Eastside of Austin. The house, an original Craftsman bungalow, dates back to 1925 and has been thoughtfully restored and modernized. With just seven rooms it sure is boutique, and we think you’ll find a cozy, friendly vibe throughout. Note there is no breakfast or, beyond snacks, any other meals provided though. What are the rooms like? Room count: 7 bespoke rooms with individual features. Quality finishes: original longleaf pine floors, handmade beds, luxury mattresses. Comfort &… > Read Our Full Review
The Manner is one of SoHo’s most well known boutique luxury hotels, with bold interiors, unusually private guest spaces, and exceptionally polished service. The spaces are filled with richness. We’re talking crystal chandeliers, garishly bright walls, giant mirrors, and a couple of murals worthy of a Tapia de Veer theme. It’s far from a luxury resort, but there are touches of White Lotus-level opulence in exclusive rooftop hours and cocktails in the guests-only spaces. Staff is solid but subtle; if you like being waited on hand and foot, they’ll work… > Read Our Full Review
Not the only Wanderstay in the city, this boutique hotel in Downtown Houston has both the relaxed vibes and the creature comforts to make it one of the city’s best. The first of the Wanderstay properties, a hostel, sits a bit further out of town. It’s a decent budget option but doesn’t have quite the charm of this chic boutique that opened in 2023. The building is a one-story, post-industrial vibe that could easily be a hip bike café if they ever decide to leave the hotel business. For now, however,… > Read Our Full Review
There is no shortage of historic houses to enjoy in Savannah, but an extra dose of boutique hotel luxury pushes Bellwether House above the competition. The place consists of two adjoining townhouses built in 1876 by Savannah businessmen, residential until the early 2000s. In 2020 these slightly rundown properties were purchased, renovated and transformed. Now, the airy white building, with its intricately arched porch and gorgeous wrought iron, is more than welcoming. The hotel is 21+, which, in a city known for being boisterous, can weed out some of the… > Read Our Full Review
If each of Savannah’s Historic Inns has a distinguishing factor, This adults only Midtown mansion, has luxury on lock. Comprising two adjacent buildings from the late 1860s, The Gastonian has undergone many transformations but kept the vintage grandeur. The two grand old white-stucco brick buildings sit comfortably on a corner, and while inside all things are plush and old-style elegance, it’s the service that makes the Gastonian. Think of something luxurious. This hotel will do it. Wine can be waiting in your room on arrival, rose petals, chocolate-covered strawberries, the… > Read Our Full Review
Faubourg 21, just off Waterloolaan, mixes the intimate scale of a boutique hotel and the chic decor of a design hotel in a grand old building with centuries of history. It’s adults-only, although the no-children policy applies only to under-12s, so you’ll still find the occasional chic family among the guests, alongside fashionable couples and indulgent solo travellers It has style, comfort, and a fabulous on-site restaurant and spa, so you’re looking at something very indulgent for absolutely anyone. The venue is a 19th-century town house. The decor is handsome,… > Read Our Full Review
Retro classic set along Seacoast New Hampshire’s favorite seaside cruisin’ route? What more can we ask for? This roadside inn was originally built in the 1950s – fully authentic from the outside, and going to authenticity on the inside. A 2021 full, but historically-sensitive, renovation ramped up the luxury. From the same local owner as Portsmouth’s Inn Downtown, it’s a nice balance between chic, retro, old, new and everything beachy. You’re across the road from the wild Atlantic, minutes from lazy beach walks, and in the perfect spot to truly… > Read Our Full Review
If you distilled all the best parts of old and injected them into a house, this Castro, San Francisco boutique hotel is what you’d get. The exterior is bright, the building is full of well-preserved antiques and the service is impeccable. Two Edwardian era mansions are connected by a bright courtyard, well-landscaped to provide a private outside area for guests to enjoy. Sunny guest rooms of all types lie at the end of winding hallways at Parker Guest House. The space is organized to bring guests together without forcing it,… > Read Our Full Review
The Amelia is a masterfully restored New World Queen Anne revival building in the heart of Hudson, NY. It’s a lesson in attention to detail – a clean, upscale space with subtle touches that make every stay a real pleasure. Leaf peeping, Hudson Valley/Upstate escape weekend, intimate wedding, whatever your mission, this spot will make it effortlessly comfortable. Bookish types will love the library, creatives can wander through the common areas and daydream about which art pieces they’d like to take home with them. What are the rooms like?… > Read Our Full Review
The Marquesa Hotel is a collection of gorgeously renovated historic houses in Key West, Florida. The main building, after barely surviving the great Key West fire of 1886, historically served as a corner store, guestrooms, an apartment building, and even a furniture store. Since 1994 the complex has existed in all the glory of charming wooden residences, supplemented by multiple pools. It has a serious ‘dream house’ ambience, beautifully designed and bursting with breezy balconies, en-point landscaping and friendly, professional staff. The adults-only label guarantees a level of relaxation that… > Read Our Full Review
Number 31 is for history & design nerds, and those who want a cozy, intimate stay among some of Dublin’s best Georgian architecture. The present day hotel comprises a stately Georgian town house and its mews. The mews were converted to a modernist lounge in 1957 by a young, ahead of his time, architect named Sam Stephenson. We’ll admit, Number 31 is on the spartan end regarding facilities. Ultimately, you’re looking at a super-swank, cozy, B&B, with interesting modernist remodellings, and excellent guest reviews. What are the rooms like?… > Read Our Full Review
Galveston mightn’t always be known for its sophistication, but this intimate boutique in the city center has enough refined charm for all of Texas. The 1866 Greek revival mansion survived many a Galveston tragedy, spending most of the 20th century cycling through the hands of many a wanna-be hotelier. This latest iteration of the historic inn shows that practice makes perfect. The house, unsurprisingly, is lovely, but the way the interiors have been updated lends it that extra bit of upscale elegance. The colors are soft but not boring, the… > Read Our Full Review
This Hollywood boutique hotel is the absolute height of refined luxury. It’s a place for pampering, with an entire floor devoted to wellness and exclusive access to some of the best spaces in the city. You’ll have access to all the amenities you can think of, and some you can’t. Where else can you find a hotel with a recording studio? With a cozy yet central location, you can step out of the chic slate building into the California sun and have the whole of LA at your fingertips. … > Read Our Full Review
If you like the trappings of luxury with an all-out take on themed accommodation, this Salt Lake City spot was just made for you. Somewhat of a hidden gem for those outside of the Utah/Idaho loop, Anniversary Inn is a small chain of quirky, adults only inns. It reaches an almost Disney-esque dedication to theme, and the commitment is delightful, if a bit overwhelming. The South Temple location is already an eye-catcher of a building, and the interior doesn’t disappoint. If this hotel were a TV show, it would have… > Read Our Full Review
Humant Coliving is a half-hostel, half boutique hotel good for a relaxed, feels like home, stay in the center of Cancun. Hence the name, of course. It’s not the most compelling lobby, we have to say, giving more new-age law firm than chic hotel (like, tell us that sign isn’t in Papyrus). Once you realize that the space is marketed for digital nomads, though, the startup office vibes make sense. There’s a mix of private rooms and accommodation with shared bathrooms, making for a nice variety in pricing and atmosphere…. > Read Our Full Review
In chic Ixelles, between Louise and Brussels City Centre, Maison Flagey occupies a gorgeous 1906 Art Nouveau building. The house feels right at home in the neighbourhood, celebrated for its architecture and grandeur. The hosts seem immensely proud of the space and dedicated to making sure guests enjoy it. There’s no spa or fancy-pants restaurant here – just good, old-fashioned guesthouse hospitality. It’s not central here, so if it’s your first time in Brussels and you want easy access to the sights, then we’d recommend you somewhere else. But we… > Read Our Full Review
Equal parts historical gem and new age spaceship, this central Palma boutique hotel is a shoo-in for anyone in need of a pampering. Convent de la Missio does occupy a former convent, hence the name, but has clearly abandoned asceticism. It’s a pretty striking old meets new as well; the building’s religious gravitas whitewashed with whitewash, pale furnishings and chic contemporary art. Honestly, we wouldn’t be remotely surprised to find Hailey Bieber holding interviews in front of the glowing vanities. In that sense, you can pretty easily discern their target… > Read Our Full Review
Behind the eye catching quirky name lies an adults-only, boutique hotel filled with the finer things. The facade is bright and cheerful, but with elegant old wrought iron and stone accents. The interiors are design-forward, and bursting with personality. They’ve snuck floral wallpaper everywhere you could imagine, and some places where you couldn’t. Feathered centrepieces and fringed lampshades are all a bit cabaret, sexiness offset by bold abstract paintings and wonky sculptures. We’re not sure if it all makes sense together, but there’s a lively kind of sultry to the place… > Read Our Full Review
If you like charming, intimate boutique accommodation, look no further than this sweet little historic hotel near the University of Arizona, Tucson. Arizona, unlike, say, Massachusetts, doesn’t have a long-standing, extensive industry of historic B&Bs, making this place feel even more special. It’s got all the warm hospitality of an east coast Victorian with Southwestern style. The house is a 1920s adobe building with a charming blue door, set in a quiet neighborhood near the University. It’s a relaxing, calm space where you can simply enjoy the Tucson vibes, or… > Read Our Full Review
The northwestern edge of Downtown Flagstaff is a quiet residential area with a small, intimate, boutique B&B tucked among the winding streets. It’s one of the more homey options in Flagstaff, very much a collection of all your rich, enthusiastic yet slightly eccentric aunts’ guest rooms. The house is not notably historic, though it is a lovely piece of property. It was opened by a couple with a history in hospitality, who moved to Flagstaff to continue living their dream. And the house shows the love. Between the friendly service,… > Read Our Full Review
Who doesn’t want a home-away-from-home right off the beachfront in Kennebunkport, Maine? The Tides is a charming little boutique hotel that serves up beach on a platter. It’s open seasonally, meaning you’ll never have to see it in bad weather, but we think the hotel feels nothing but summery anyway. The insides are airy and bright, the outsides friendly and warm, and the famous Goose Rocks Beach is right across the street. Everything feels right at The Tides for a classic vacation of sand and sun. The neighborhood is relaxed… > Read Our Full Review
Corte Di Gabriela is an adults-only, boutique hotel in a classic-Venice, rosy-hued building amongst the canals. It’s another renovated palazzo, of course, maybe not so special in itself, but this hotel has perfected every other aspect. The contemporary decor gives the space a fresh, modern feel, avoiding the sometimes stuffy opulence of historic hotels in Venice. Instead, the design leans toward elegant simplicity. If you want to feel completely catered to, Corte Di Gabriela might not be the place, as the atmosphere here is more homey and laid back than… > Read Our Full Review
Holy disco balls! This renovated boutique motel on the outskirts of Nashville, Tennessee, is a love letter to retro. If you don’t tend to swoon over pastiche design, this might not be for you. The building (a 1956 motel) shows its age, amenities are not excessive, and neighborhood attractions are sparse. If, however, 70’s disco and retro throwback is your thing, it’s a bit of a mecca situation. You’ll have shag carpets, you’ll have fuzzy blankets, supergraphics and bold patterns, all in shades of pink and orange and red. Common… > Read Our Full Review
The Mont, by Merrion Square, offers comfort and sophistication, at very reasonable rates for a central Dublin boutique hotel. The building itself isn’t much to write home about, though we do like the cast-iron detailing surrounding the doors. Inside has large windows and sleek, design hotel, decor: muted neutrals, peppered with colourful geometrics. Though decor may err on the generic side, it’s a very comfortable hotel with top quality amenities, good service and reasonable pricing. What are the rooms like? 96 rooms: Modern, well-equipped rooms with plenty of natural… > Read Our Full Review
The Prospect Hotel lies at the feet of the Hollywood Hills – an eye-catching LA boutique hotel filled with glamorous, bold designs right around the corner from silver screen royalty. The hotel’s brave interior design manages to convey the color and excitement of old Hollywood yet somehow doesn’t feel overdone. What are the rooms like? Number of rooms: 24 Designer: Created by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, known for patterned, luxurious interiors. Room features: King-sized beds, curated artwork, minibars, TVs, Bluetooth systems, garden views. Bathrooms: Derek Rose bathrobes and Diptyque bath… > Read Our Full Review
The Harrison Chambers of Distinction occupy a renovated late-1800s stunner of a building in a relatively quiet, residential area of Belfast It’s a peaceful stay without feeling at all boring, and balances the sophistication that a name like that promises with a certain homeliness. It’s also one of those hotels where they’ve named each room after someone you’ve never heard of. Sometimes that feels gimmicky, sometimes not. At Harrison Chambers of Distinction it doesn’t. The historical atmosphere is palpable, but balanced by modern touches, and the entire place is very… > Read Our Full Review
Front Street Inn is a historic boutique on the waterfront of Wilmington, North Carolina, and a cozy, homely place to enjoy the city center. The building is a gorgeous 1920s brick number that used to house the Salvation Army. Now, you’ve got to pay to stay, but prices are reasonable, and it’s well worth the cost, in our opinion. This hotel also has a superb location, wonderful staff and a relaxed atmosphere. It’s everything you’d want out of a water-based town like Wilmington, which just calls for you to slow… > Read Our Full Review
This 2-room guesthouse in the Historic Glenwood area of Raleigh, North Carolina, is a fantastically unique stay. The accommodation takes the space of a refurbished grocery – a sentence we never expected to write. The owner has done a tremendous job taking something commercial and turning it cozy. Everything feels a bit like you’re house-sitting for a college friend who absolutely aced the LSAT, but you didn’t expect to have such excellent taste. The space includes a few well-furnished common areas, which we’re pleasantly surprised didn’t turn out to be… > Read Our Full Review
Built for book lovers, this West Loop gem is a nice mix of homely bed and breakfast, and hip Chicago boutique hotel. We love a mom-and-pop, show-us-pictures-of-your-grandchildren BnB as much as the next person (maybe more?) but the Publishing House builds on the concept. It’s literary themed. Built in an old publishing house, each room is dedicated to a major Chicago literary figure. The Dybek Room is named after Stuart Dybek, who wrote The Coast of Chicago, for example, while the Audrey of The Audrey Room is Audrey Niffenegger, of… > Read Our Full Review
Hotel das Amoreiras is a chic Lisbon boutique hotel, and a bit of a love letter to understated luxury. It all seems very casual; there’s no opulence here, at least nothing covered in gold and brocade and stairwells that look like they were designed by Klimt. Yet, we’ve got notes from Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Condé Nast, and others, that tell a different story – one of thoughtful dedication to creature comforts. There’s a kind of pan-European flair at play at Hotel das Amoreiras, you could say. We… > Read Our Full Review
When we say ‘hidden gem,’ you might roll your eyes at the cliché, but it remains the best way to describe this Weston, Vermont boutique hotel. We didn’t make the rules, we just know that this place is a) in the middle of nowhere and b) totally worth the drive. The entire experience is a perfect combination of small rural town, surrounding forests and the absolute charm of the hotel. It occupies a gleaming white house off of Main Street, both unassuming and elegant at the same time. Once inside,… > Read Our Full Review
Guest House Raleigh is a perfect balance of chic and meaningful, offering spaces equally suited for people who care deeply about authentic historical features and stylish color palettes. In the common areas especially, you can see the spirit of an inn dressed up as a VCU art graduate. What are the rooms like? Room types: Queen and King Singles, plus suites with plush sofas and patios. Unique layouts: No two rooms exactly the same, historic character preserved. Amenities: Keurig machines, individual climate control, TVs, Bluetooth speakers, Marpac Dohm sound… > Read Our Full Review
This mansion-turned-boutique hotel in the Boylan Heights area of Raleigh is an elegant way to spend time in the Triangle. The house is a 1860-built Italianate gem, all molded ceilings and arched windows with a stunning stained-glass cupola. Whether you have an interest in history or not, it will catch your attention. It’s been lovingly restored over the years, transformed into a space that expertly balances modern sensibilities and historical reverence. The grounds are beautiful, the entrance grand and elegant. We’re not huge fans of the whitewash style of decor,… > Read Our Full Review
Downtown, historical and super-cool, The Merchant follows the same formula as the other Lark Hotels hotel in Salem, The Hawthorne. It’s not a historical hotel though, but rather a historical building turned hotel. To date, the 1784 building has served as a rum-merchant’s mansion, George Washington’s post-election party pad, a tavern, and a bookshop. It’s had long list of exciting endeavors, and has been renovated, in true Lark fashion, with the typical bold colors and modern decor. The result is a fairly swank, eclectic, stylish boutique hotel just daring us to ignore… > Read Our Full Review
It’s easy to forget that Newport, RI had an extensive history before nearly every famous American family built a summer home there. Francis Malbone House Inn, a Colonial mansion, turned boutique hotel by Newport Harbor is a charming reminder. It’s a small slice of a history often overshadowed by Newport’s dozens of Gilded Age monuments. Built in 1760, the house was originally built for a shipping magnate that was rumored to have installed smuggling tunnels in the cellar that lead to the harbor. Smuggling tactics not withstanding, the 18th century… > Read Our Full Review
Nestled inside the North Historic District, you’ll find one of Savannah’s most elegant, tasteful, and welcoming boutique hotels. Built at the turn of the century by an Irish immigrant wanting to house his 10 children in style, it’s a gorgeous red brick number that both stands out and fit perfectly within the lovely soup of architecture that makes up Savannah. It’s not an antique-cluttered, gimmick of a historical inn, Kehoe House. It feels less decorated and more like the rich wood, ornate carpets, and wrought iron simply grew out of… > Read Our Full Review
Is it Art Deco? Is it quirk? Is it somehow romantic? Is that a giant pocketwatch hanging from the ceiling? Stained glass chandeliers hang over both vintage advertisements and classical sculpture in Silver Lake’s most unique boutique hotel. It’s the best of both worlds, the slapdash glamour of the speakeasy style and the friendly comfort of a down to earth hostel. Interesting trinkets, one-of-a-kind artworks, and some top-notch flea market finds fill every nook and cranny. It’s not a traditional hotel experience, but The Rosemary will tickle your sense of… > Read Our Full Review
Driving around places like Brewster, Cape Cod, you get to know the charm of the white clapboard cape, the 18th Century farmhouse, and the red brick libraries. And nowhere is this charm more obvious than the Candleberry Inn. It’s an award-winner of a B&B, set in a historic building, with the oldest part in the main house: the dining room built in the 1780s. The house was expanded in the early 1800s for Senator George Copeland and used for a variety of purposes. It has functioned as a school, a… > Read Our Full Review
Tucked away on the side streets just off the iconic Avenue Louise, Made in Louise offers something refreshingly personal amid Brussels’ upscale shopping district and its parade of high-end brand names. It’s owner-run, it’s adults-only, and has a nicely calm, mid-life kind of feeling to it; like it belongs to your friend that just became partner, or just sent their youngest to uni and now fulfills a dream of opening a business. The result is a place that feels like an exceptionally well-kept home: comfortable, relaxed and quietly attentive. … > Read Our Full Review
The historic Schuster Mansion B&B, in the western part of Milwaukee might be a bit out of the way, but it’s perfect if you want to feel cozy and taken care of. The neighborhood is full of stately homes with verdant lawns and grand entrances (many of them also B&Bs), but Schuster Mansion definitely feels like the king. The 1891 bright red brick and terracotta residence definitely stands out, with turret-like elements, plenty of archways, and impeccably managed grounds. Of course, it’s the indoors you’ll really want to get a… > Read Our Full Review
Small-scale anything in Houston is going to be at least a little bit of a challenge, which is what makes this intimate Inn in Houston Heights so appealing. Add to that a supremely charming, colorful house, and the appeal grows. Now add an easygoing residential area in one of the city’s coolest neighborhoods, and you can see why we’d highlight Sara’s Inn. The architecture is Victorian, and the house has been done up in the most 21st-century version of the term. Many parts look like a still from Autumn de… > Read Our Full Review