The 58-room Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is a luxury boutique in the heart of Santa Fe, steps from shops and galleries in the central plaza. It is a gorgeous place with rich decor and artwork reflective of the history of Santa Fe. Rooms are just as elegant, featuring Southwestern decor, sleek bathrooms, and modern amenities like minibars, iPod docks, and 46-inch flat-screen TVs. Turndown service, valet parking (with a fee), and excellent services for families add to the high-end experience. Food at the on-site restaurant is delicious, and room service is available. There are no pool or spa, though in-room massages are available. It's worth considering The Inn and Spa at Loretto for a lovely alternative at a lower price.
The 58-room Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is a luxury boutique in the heart of Santa Fe, steps from shops and galleries in the central plaza. It is a gorgeous place with rich decor and artwork reflective of the history of Santa Fe. Rooms are just as elegant, featuring Southwestern decor, sleek bathrooms, and modern amenities like minibars, iPod docks, and 46-inch flat-screen TVs. Turndown service, valet parking (with a fee), and excellent services for families add to the high-end experience. Food at the on-site restaurant is delicious, and room service is available. There are no pool or spa, though in-room massages are available. It's worth considering The Inn and Spa at Loretto for a lovely alternative at a lower price.
The family-oriented Schlitterbahn Beach Resort offers mid-range rooms and plenty of fun in the sun and water. The beachfront property on the quiet southern tip of South Padre Island has a sprawling indoor/outdoor waterpark with tons of features that stay open all year. Seafood restaurants, a swim-up bar, small fitness center, and free parking and Wi-Fi are additional highlights. The 221 guest rooms are spacious and well equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. But, bathrooms are cramped, there are no balconies, and reviews of housekeeping and upkeep are mixed. This is also a popular resort for wedding and other social events, thanks to facilities for up to 700 people. Note that water park day passes are available to the public. For something slightly quieter, the nearby Pearl South Padre is also on the beach and has a huge outdoor pool and full-service spa for similar rates.
The family-oriented Schlitterbahn Beach Resort offers mid-range rooms and plenty of fun in the sun and water. The beachfront property on the quiet southern tip of South Padre Island has a sprawling indoor/outdoor waterpark with tons of features that stay open all year. Seafood restaurants, a swim-up bar, small fitness center, and free parking and Wi-Fi are additional highlights. The 221 guest rooms are spacious and well equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. But, bathrooms are cramped, there are no balconies, and reviews of housekeeping and upkeep are mixed. This is also a popular resort for wedding and other social events, thanks to facilities for up to 700 people. Note that water park day passes are available to the public. For something slightly quieter, the nearby Pearl South Padre is also on the beach and has a huge outdoor pool and full-service spa for similar rates.
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The 128-room Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center is a three-pearl option that's close to Duke University and Duke Medical Center, as well as numerous restaurants and shops. Clean, modern rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and there's a bar as well. Free coffee, tea, and water are available in the lobby, as are afternoon cookies. Other pluses include an indoor pool, simple fitness center, and spacious meeting rooms. The outdoor patio with a fire pit is a popular hangout spot. Travelers who don't need to be so close to the university and medical center could check out the La Quinta Inn & Suites Durham Chapel Hill instead, which is a bit cheaper.
The 128-room Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center is a three-pearl option that's close to Duke University and Duke Medical Center, as well as numerous restaurants and shops. Clean, modern rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and there's a bar as well. Free coffee, tea, and water are available in the lobby, as are afternoon cookies. Other pluses include an indoor pool, simple fitness center, and spacious meeting rooms. The outdoor patio with a fire pit is a popular hangout spot. Travelers who don't need to be so close to the university and medical center could check out the La Quinta Inn & Suites Durham Chapel Hill instead, which is a bit cheaper.
Curry Village is a community of cabins, tent cabins, and motel rooms along with some retail and dining establishments. The 48-acre property is located in the heart of Yosemite Valley right below Glacier Point and near Half Dome and Yosemite Village. The 499 accommodations are ideal for campers and visitors who want to experience the park and its attractions on a more rugged and communal level. Private bathrooms, heaters, electrical outlets, and phones are hard to come by, except in pricier units. Bigger motel rooms and cabins are outfitted with rustic decor, while the tent cabins are basically just for sleeping and getting dressed. There are no cooking facilities or campfire rings, but there’s a buffet-style cafeteria and spots to get pizza, coffee, and ice cream.
Curry Village is a community of cabins, tent cabins, and motel rooms along with some retail and dining establishments. The 48-acre property is located in the heart of Yosemite Valley right below Glacier Point and near Half Dome and Yosemite Village. The 499 accommodations are ideal for campers and visitors who want to experience the park and its attractions on a more rugged and communal level. Private bathrooms, heaters, electrical outlets, and phones are hard to come by, except in pricier units. Bigger motel rooms and cabins are outfitted with rustic decor, while the tent cabins are basically just for sleeping and getting dressed. There are no cooking facilities or campfire rings, but there’s a buffet-style cafeteria and spots to get pizza, coffee, and ice cream.
Among the nicest places to stay in Coronado, 1906 Lodge is a cozy, upper-middle range property that was built in 1906 as a boarding house. Furnishings such as wooden bookshelves and painted glass lamps give the 17 rooms a homey feel. There’s no pool on-site, but it’s a short walk to the beach. Guests won’t find a full restaurant or bar on-site either, but a breakfast buffet with a daily hot dish and bottomless mimosas is provided as well as afternoon snacks and freshly baked cookies. For a more affordable place to stay, guests can check out Glorietta Bay Inn, a mid-range hotel with a pool.
Among the nicest places to stay in Coronado, 1906 Lodge is a cozy, upper-middle range property that was built in 1906 as a boarding house. Furnishings such as wooden bookshelves and painted glass lamps give the 17 rooms a homey feel. There’s no pool on-site, but it’s a short walk to the beach. Guests won’t find a full restaurant or bar on-site either, but a breakfast buffet with a daily hot dish and bottomless mimosas is provided as well as afternoon snacks and freshly baked cookies. For a more affordable place to stay, guests can check out Glorietta Bay Inn, a mid-range hotel with a pool.
The Bilmar Beach Resort is a 166-room mid-range hotel located directly on the beach, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in Treasure Island. The resort features an array of family-friendly activities and is located within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the boardwalk at historic John’s Pass. Rooms conveniently have kitchenettes, but the kitschy Florida decor in the lobby and rooms could use an update.
The Bilmar Beach Resort is a 166-room mid-range hotel located directly on the beach, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in Treasure Island. The resort features an array of family-friendly activities and is located within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the boardwalk at historic John’s Pass. Rooms conveniently have kitchenettes, but the kitschy Florida decor in the lobby and rooms could use an update.
Sundestin Beach Resort is a mid-range, beachfront property with one-, two-, and three-bedroom condo units. Amenities include an indoor and outdoor pool, and kids' splash pad. Some nearby condo properties have bigger pools, but the Sundestin Beach Resort stands out for its on-site restaurant and bar, and gift shop with a coffee counter. The 316 rooms have full kitchens, and some have balconies with gulf views, but as is often the case with condo properties, decor varies and some units are more up to date than others. Travelers may want to compare rates with the Holiday Surf & Racquet Club, which, although it has fewer amenities, has direct beach access and rooms with screened-in balconies.
Sundestin Beach Resort is a mid-range, beachfront property with one-, two-, and three-bedroom condo units. Amenities include an indoor and outdoor pool, and kids' splash pad. Some nearby condo properties have bigger pools, but the Sundestin Beach Resort stands out for its on-site restaurant and bar, and gift shop with a coffee counter. The 316 rooms have full kitchens, and some have balconies with gulf views, but as is often the case with condo properties, decor varies and some units are more up to date than others. Travelers may want to compare rates with the Holiday Surf & Racquet Club, which, although it has fewer amenities, has direct beach access and rooms with screened-in balconies.
The three-pearl Destin Gulfgate's condos are the closest thing travelers can get to an apartment steps away from the ocean. Restaurants and shops are within shopping distance, while family and nature attractions are a 10-minute (or fewer) drive away. The 45 condos sleep up to eight and have laundry facilities, plus self-catering is easy thanks to well-stocked kitchens and nearby grocery stores. While all have balconies with ocean views, some are more old-fashioned than others. The property is light on features, but there are a small outdoor pool, free beachfront loungers, and a modern gym. This is an excellent options for families, but couples may prefer the adult-only Henderson Park Inn, which comes with free meals and an on-site restaurant.
The three-pearl Destin Gulfgate's condos are the closest thing travelers can get to an apartment steps away from the ocean. Restaurants and shops are within shopping distance, while family and nature attractions are a 10-minute (or fewer) drive away. The 45 condos sleep up to eight and have laundry facilities, plus self-catering is easy thanks to well-stocked kitchens and nearby grocery stores. While all have balconies with ocean views, some are more old-fashioned than others. The property is light on features, but there are a small outdoor pool, free beachfront loungers, and a modern gym. This is an excellent options for families, but couples may prefer the adult-only Henderson Park Inn, which comes with free meals and an on-site restaurant.