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Top 7 Most Luxurious Hotels in the US – From Low to High Prices. Photo: KnowInsiders.com

If you're ready to realize those travel dreams with a bucket list trip, but aren't ready to cross the border, we rounded up some of the most luxurious hotels here in the U.S.

These incredible five-star properties all offer an unparalleled guest experience, dreamy scenery, sumptuous amenities, impeccable service, and much more.

Top 7 Most Luxurious Hotels in the US

(From Low to High Prices by KnowInsiders)

7. Hotel Wailea - $899/$1,199

6. Castle Hot Springs - $1,500/$2,100

5. The Resort at Paws Up - $1,530/$2,032

4.San Ysidro Ranch - $1,595/$2,595

3.Four Seasons Resort Lanai and Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort - $1,700/$2,585

2. Amangiri - $1,931/$3,500

1. Little Palm Island Resort & Spa - $2,290/$2,490

7. Hotel Wailea

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo Wailea

Location: Wailea, Maui, Hawaii

Typical starting/peak prices: $899/$1,199

Best for: Couples

Pool, hot tub, cabanas, The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea dining, cocktail lounge, valet or self-parking services, Tesla Model X vehicles are available as on-site amenities.

Pros: Hotel Wailea is the pinnacle of romance, with an intimate atmosphere removed from the crowds in an environment for adults only.

Cons: Hotel Wailea offers a shuttle service but is not located directly on the beach. Given the high cost and if you had intended to impromptu step out onto the sand, this might disappoint you.

Hawaii's only Relais & Chateaux property, known for its opulent luxury, is the Hotel Wailea. The hotel spans more than 15 private, exclusive-feeling acres that front the beach, offering breathtaking views from every angle.

6. Castle Hot Springs

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo Castle Hot Springs

Location: Morristown, Arizona

Typical starting/peak prices: $1,500/$2,100

Best for: Couples, families, groups of friends

Resort pool, hot springs pools, farm, yoga, spa services in creekside cabanas, and Arizona's first Via Ferrata cable climbing course are among the on-site amenities.

Positives: History abounds at this recently renovated resort. It's all about promoting wellness using regional, natural resources, like a farm operation on-site and hot springs. You receive meals as part of your overnight stay.

Cons: Despite the overwhelming majority of positive reviews, a few detractors pointed out inconsistent service compared to what they expected at the price point.

As a holistic wellness retreat, Castle Hot Springs was established in 1896 and is now the state's first luxury resort. The resort looks like an oasis in the Sonoran Desert when set against the silhouette of the Bradshaw Mountains, which are located 50 miles outside of Phoenix.

5. The Resort at Paws Up

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo Paws Up

Location: Greenough, Montana

Typical starting/peak prices: $1,530/$2,032

Best for: Families, couples, groups of friends

On-site amenities: Multiple restaurants, the Montana Spa, an extensive outdoor activities list

Cons: Luxury and adventure travel don't always intersect, but this is one location where they do. There are a ton of amenities, and there are countless things to do.

Cons: Some critical reviews mention sporadic service or luxury lapses, which they would excuse at a lower price.

Accommodations are available in the form of 36 glamping tents that are available seasonally and 28 luxurious homes that are available year-round. Each is uniquely decorated with hand-picked artwork by the owners and a Western-chic aesthetic.

On the 37,000-acre property, the owners of Paws Up also opened The Green O, an adults-only resort. It will have a Social Haus restaurant in the middle and 12 opulent freestanding units with glass walls.

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4.San Ysidro Ranch

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo San Ysidro Ranch

Location: Montecito, California

Typical starting/peak prices: $1,595/$2,595

Best for: Couples

On-site amenities: Multiple dining options including The Stonehouse in a 19th-century citrus packing house, salon, spa, 12,000-bottle wine cellar, pool, in-room spa services, 17 miles of hiking trails

Pros: Far from a luxurious but generic affair, this iconic and unique property is steeped in history and romance. It's ultra-private and intimate, with just 38 guest cottages.

Cons: The flip side of "historic" is that some details may seem dated and in need of a revamp.

The 500-acre San Ysidro Ranch is located in uber-chichi Montecito within the Santa Barbara region, with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the Channel Islands.

There are just 38 intimate cottages, each decorated with antiques, stone fireplaces, oak floors, and come with an expansive private deck, many with indoor-outdoor rain showers, sunken hot tubs, heated floors, and private gardens.

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3.Four Seasons Resort Lanai and Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort

Photo Four Seasons
Photo Four Seasons

Location: Lanai, Hawaii

Typical starting/peak prices: $1,700/$2,585

Best for: Families (Four Seasons Resort Lanai only), couples, business travelers, groups of friends, solo travelers (Sensei Lanai)

Beautiful pools, gardens, wellness options, a variety of activities (like archery and a shooting range), and food and beverage from renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa are among the on-site amenities.

Pros: Lanai is unmatched in terms of its natural beauty (not to mention its inherent social isolation). It's undoubtedly one of the most stunning natural settings in the country. Additionally, the accommodations are supremely luxurious with unmatched wellness offerings, particularly at Sensei where it is the focus. The service is also faultless. With Sensei Lanai, all flights on Lanai Air out of Honolulu are complimentary.

Cons: Children are not allowed at Sensei Lanai, despite the fact that families are warmly welcomed at the Four Seasons Resort Lanai (there is, after all, a fantastic kids club). This will have benefits for some people and drawbacks for others.

Archery, private horseback rides, diving, and fishing expeditions on the resort's private fleet are just a few of the outdoor activities available at the remote 90,000-acre paradise on Lanai, which is close to the island of Maui. The beachfront Four Seasons Resort Lanai and its sister wellness resort, Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, both offer opulent lodging options.

2. Amangiri

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo Amangiri

Location: Canyon Point, Utah

Typical starting/peak prices: $1,931/$3,500

Best for: Couples, families

Amangiri restaurant, 25,000-square-foot Aman Spa, national park tours, private air tours, and Camp Sakira are among the on-site amenities.

Positives: Amangiri is encircled by unmatched natural beauty and seclusion. The service and design are extraordinary. If you want to feel like a celebrity or are an adventurer or a nature lover, come here.

Cons: Considering the outrageous price point, guests expect flawless service; however, negative reviews point out instances where the delivery fell short of their expectations, such as when a guest was not referred to by name.

The Cave Peak Stairway, a new addition for 2021, is an installation that rises 400 feet above the ground for breathtaking views. Adventurers can climb the 120 steps that lead from the resort's existing Cave Peak Via Ferrata Trail for an unforgettable view (and photos) from the top. The steps are a dramatically vertical ascent with only open air below.

Camp Sakira is a collection of ten canvas-topped pavilions positioned around a communal lounge just a short walk or drive from Amangiri. Every one has a personal plunge pool.

1. Little Palm Island Resort & Spa

Top 7 Most Luxurious and Expensive Hotels In The U.S
Photo Little Palm Island Resort & Spa

Location: Little Torch Key, Florida

Typical starting/peak prices: $2,290/$2,490

Best for: Couples

On-site amenities: The Dining Room indoor-outdoor restaurant, SpaTerre, fitness center, pool

Advantages: This is the only domestic private island resort, and it has a very romantic, secluded atmosphere.

Cons: Indulgences like yacht transfers are included in the 12.5 percent resort fee that is added to that expensive nightly room rate.

The only private island resort in the United States is Little Palm Island Resort & Spa. The 4.5-acre, adults-only Little Palm Island, which is off the Florida Keys coast, can only be reached by boat or seaplane, giving it a completely remote and isolated feel.

At no time are there more than 60 visitors on the island at once, though a variety of birds, Key deer, and other wild animals keep us company.

Luxurious lodgings are located in thatched-roof bungalows along pathways that have a sense of seclusion and lead to chaise lounges and swinging hammocks. Beginning at 550 square feet, bungalows feature vaulted ceilings, views of the ocean, and outdoor showers or tubs.

SpaTerre provides services that incorporate age-old spa customs like Thai and Balinese body rituals and Balinese techniques. Hobie Cats, kayaking, and paddleboarding are examples of outdoor pursuits.

The best luxury hotels in the U.S. were selected based on the following criteria:

Hotels are located throughout the United States, from major metros to remote wilderness destinations.

• Each is a five-star hotel that focuses on the ultimate in luxury. This means there is no price cap. The starting price on our list is $399 and the options range into the thousands for their lavish inclusions.

• These world-class hotels all have top-end design, amenities, and service commensurate with their price points. Some were prioritized for their uniqueness or historic significance, or for wonderful pools or spas.

• We looked for hotels with Trip Advisor ratings of "Very Good" or above with a substantial number of recent positive reviews. The hotels are also highly rated on other trusted traveler platforms like Booking.com.

• Each hotel promotes rigorous COVID-19 policies and protocols to reassure and protect guests.

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