Must-see hotels in Mid-Atlantic States

  • Sagamore Pendry

    Baltimore

    Hunkered commandingly on the historic Recreation (Rec) Pier, this new luxury property is a game changer, bringing a big dose of charm and panache to…

  • HI Richmond

    Richmond

    Inside the 1940s Otis Elevator Co building, this stylish and ecofriendly downtown option is one of the best hostels you'll ever encounter. Rooms and dorms…

  • Greenbrier

    West Virginia

    Travelers have enjoyed the mineral springs here since the 1770s. The resort itself has impressed presidents and celebrities since the 1830s. Today, this…

  • Hotel du Pont

    Delaware

    Under new ownership in 2017 after 100 years as a Du Pont–owned property, there is only one word to describe this revamped hotel: opulent. The premier…

  • Kimpton George Hotel

    Washington, DC

    Nods to namesake George Washington are pervasive at this hotel, which is the hippest lodging on the Hill. Rooms exude a cool, creamy-white Zen and feature…

  • Hornsby House Inn

    Virginia

    Close to Yorktown's beach and eateries, this house was built by the current owner's grandfather in 1933 and retains its old-fashioned ambience. That's not…

  • The Jefferson

    Washington, DC

    The elegant, two-winged 1923 mansion has an ornate porte-cochère, beaux-arts architecture and a luxurious interior full of crystal and velvet, all meant…

  • Lyle Washington DC

    Washington, DC

    In-the-know business travelers, families and couples make their way to the overlooked Carlyle, set amid embassies. The art-deco gem offers quiet,…

  • Bavarian Inn

    West Virginia

    The Bavarian takes the Euro-mountaineering theme and runs with it all the way up the Alps. The exterior looks like a chalet, and the rooms have an…

  • Quirk Hotel

    Richmond

    From the moment you stroll into the big-windowed lobby, which houses a glam bar and restaurant, this downtown boutique choice impresses. The high ceilings…

  • General Lewis Inn

    West Virginia

    Creaky floors, four-poster beds and Persian rugs evoke thoughts of ghosts at this white-columned inn built around an 1830s home and a newer wing, which…

  • Henley Park Hotel

    Washington, DC

    This beautiful Tudor-style structure used to be an apartment building for Senators and Congressmen. The rooms – decked in tasteful plaids, paisleys, and…

  • Historic Inns of Annapolis

    Maryland

    The Historic Inns comprise three different boutique guesthouses, each set in a heritage building in the heart of old Annapolis: the Maryland Inn, the…

  • Hotel Brexton

    Baltimore

    This redbrick 19th-century landmark has recently been reborn as an appealing, if not overly lavish, hotel. Rooms offer a mix of wood floors or carpeting,…

  • Assateague Island Campground

    Maryland

    You can camp on the Maryland side of the island. The national seashore facilities are basic – chemical toilets, cold showers and drinking water – but…

  • Embassy Circle Guest House

    Washington, DC

    Embassies surround this 1902 French-country-style home, which sits a few blocks from Dupont’s nightlife hubbub. The 11 big-windowed rooms are decked out…

  • Cooper House Bed & Cocktail

    West Virginia

    Proprietor Joy Malinowski brings the spark to this creaky but inviting house that's within stumbling distance of the Purple Fiddle. There's a fun communal…

  • Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront

    Maryland

    The ocean views are sublime from this sleek number, one of the swankiest Courtyards we've seen. On the boardwalk, the hotel greets guests with a bright…

  • Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.

    Washington, DC

    Modern Americana is celebrated in this classy minimalist West End hotel, right down to the gorgeous interplay of textiles and wood throughout (the Vermont…

  • Inn at Henderson’s Wharf

    Baltimore

    Fresh flowers in the room, exposed brick walls and elegant furnishings await guests at this marvelously situated Fells Point hotel, which began life as an…

  • Williamsburg White House

    Virginia

    This romantic, beautifully furnished B&B is located across from the College of William & Mary campus, just a few blocks' walk from Colonial Williamsburg…

  • HI Baltimore Hostel

    Baltimore

    Located in a beautifully restored 1857 mansion, the HI Baltimore has dorms with six, eight, 10 and 12 beds, as well as private doubles. Helpful management…

  • Back Creek Inn

    Maryland

    This lovely B&B is positioned over the eponymous Back Creek – and can be reached by sea or by car. Pretty rooms are named after herbs, and couples can…

  • Inn on the Ocean

    Maryland

    This beachfront cottage has its own white picket fence – not to mention direct views of the ocean. Inside, this six-room B&B provides an elegant escape…

  • Allegheny Springs

    West Virginia

    Well hello there, lobby lounge. Comfy chairs, a big stone hearth – we like your rugged style. Studios and condo units in this flagship property are in the…

  • Brass Pineapple

    West Virginia

    Just a half-block from the state capitol, this well-appointed Victorian-era home is a comfy base camp for exploring Charleston and the region. And you…

  • Inn at 2920

    Baltimore

    Housed in a former bordello, this boutique B&B offers five individual rooms, high-thread-count sheets, sleek and avant-garde decor, and the nightlife…

  • Home2 Suites

    Delaware

    This all-suites hotel is a short drive – or a half-mile walk – from downtown. Good for multiday stays, the suites are modern, spacious and have full…

  • Billy Motel

    West Virginia

    The 10 rooms pop with bright colors and fresh modern style inside this classic motor court. The cozy lobby has a fireplace and a lounge bar, which serves…

  • Country Inn of Berkeley Springs

    West Virginia

    The Country Inn, right next to the park, offers luxurious treatments and comfortable but not overly fancy rooms. You'll also find lodging package deals…

  • Jefferson Hotel

    Richmond

    The vision of tobacco tycoon and Confederate major Lewis Ginter, this beaux arts–style hotel was completed in 1895. Rooms sport an old-fashioned but…

  • Tabard Inn

    Washington, DC

    Named for The Canterbury Tales inn, the Tabard spreads across three Victorian-era row houses. The 40 rooms are hard to generalize: all come with vintage…

  • Morrison-Clark Historic Inn & Restaurant

    Washington, DC

    Listed on the Register of Historic Places and helmed by a doting staff, the 114-room Morrison-Clark comprises two 1864 Victorian residences filled with…

  • Kimpton Hotel Monaco DC

    Washington, DC

    A bold-green, art-deco-inspired interior helps polish the cool-cat vibe at this temple to glamour. Set in the 1839 Tariff Building, a neoclassical…

  • Embassy Suites Washington DC

    Washington, DC

    This Embassy displays the chain's typical hallmarks: all the units are two-room suites (living room with sofa bed in front, bedroom in back), there’s a…

  • Kimpton Hotel Madera

    Washington, DC

    Cozy yet cosmopolitan, the Madera is one of DC's 10 Kimpton-brand properties, the focus here being more of a small, intimate boutique than large funk-da…

  • HighRoad Hostel

    Washington, DC

    HighRoad's Victorian row-house exterior belies its modern interior. The dorms come in various configurations, from four to 14 beds – some mixed, others…

  • Kimpton Rouge Hotel

    Washington, DC

    Rouge's decor is definitely red – deep crimson, to be precise – with bold designs, funky furniture and hip photo art decorating the good-sized rooms,…

  • Kimpton Hotel Palomar DC

    Washington, DC

    The Palomar attracts a stylish business clientele, plus a whole lot of pooches. Room decor is midcentury modernish, with geometric lamps, a muted color…

  • Capitol Hill Hotel

    Washington, DC

    This friendly, 153-room hotel occupies a sober-looking building near the Capitol. Dark walnut furnishings and white cushiony beds dot the spacious, clean…

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