7. The Inn of the Five Graces
Unlike other hotels in Santa Fe, New Mexico, The Inn of the Five Graces does not try to steep you in Southwestern culture. Rather, guests here are transported to the Eastern Hemisphere: The decor includes imported treasures from the Europe and Asia. Previous visitors favorably described their rooms as cozy, exotic and bursting with color, praising the hotel’s harmonious mélange of atmosphere and amenities (including complimentary Wi-Fi access). The same enticing combination can be found at the spa, where treatments are inspired by Indian wellness traditions. The hotel also excels in customer service; many travelers describe the staff as helpful. Though breakfast is included in your room rate, you will have to find your lunch and dinner outside the hotel. And though you might feel worlds away at this Relais & Châteaux property, you’re actually just a few blocks from the Plaza.
8. Williamsburg Inn
This Williamsburg Inn has accommodations fit for a queen, literally – Queen Elizabeth II has stayed here more than once on state visits to Williamsburg, Virginia. But it’s a delightful choice for commoners as well. Recent visitors particularly appreciated the inn’s personal touches, such as the available itineraries of daily activities in Colonial Williamsburg. Guests also rave about the exquisite accommodations, appointed with marble bathrooms, plush robes, complimentary Wi-Fi access and sleek flat-screen TVs. Though some guests bemoan the inn’s high price tags, others say the outstanding ambiance and service are well worth the cost. When dinnertime rolls around, consider having your evening meals in the Rockefeller Room to enjoy views of the Golden Horseshoe Golf Course and to try delectable Southern-style fare. Prefer a more laid-back dining experience? Head to The Social Terrace.
