Planning a big, blowout luxury vacation this summer? Know the destination you want to visit, but can't narrow down the perfect luxury resort to splurge on? It's easy to get options paralysis when there's dozens of great-looking hotels to choose from (especially when you've got luxury resort money riding on the line).
Fortunately, luxury travel agency Fora Travel might help you narrow down those options with a few notable recommendations. They just came out with their top-booked luxury hotels for the summer travel season, and there's not a dud on this list.
Fora Travel ( @foratravel ) compiled this list based on the hotels their customers booked the most for a truly trendsetting lineup. Fora condensed their fan faves down to the best of the best by honing in further on their top three states: California, New York, and Florida.
Unsurprisingly, Southern California dominated summer travel bookings with its famous Pacific coastline, sunny weather, and Mediterranean-esque landscapes. Fora's three SoCal superstars were:
1. Ojai Valley Inn, Ojai- Home to the world-class Ojai Country Club gold course and a luxurious spa, guests can also flex their creative muscles at the Arists Cottage & Apothecary, which offers activities like candle and soap making classes, local olive oil tastings, and much more.
2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach - Located on Dana Point's famous seaside cliffs, the AAA Five-Diamond resort boasts another world-class golf course and its own private beach club!
3. Terranea Resort - Located in Palos Verdes, Terranea also has a great golf course, spa, and luxury pool, along with guided guest activities like paddleboarding, nature hikes, and even archery. Notably, at a glance, rates at the Terranea appear to be a couple hundred bucks cheaper on average than the Waldorf Astoria.
Two NorCal resorts made it on Fora's list, too:
1. Le Petit Pall at 8th Ave - This boutique hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea only has 24 rooms, but makes up for its small size in complimentary amenities (including a daily Continental Champagne Breakfast and in-house bicycles) and white sand beaches. Plus, they're dog-friendly!
2. Stanly Ranch -Â It's in Napa Valley's wine country . Need I say more? This Auberge Collection resort hosts an unbelievable amount of guest activities, including falconry, wine tasting (no duh) and hot air balloon rides!
New York
Switching coasts, the Empire State came in hot with some some truly choice stays, all but one of which were in the big apple:
1. The Whitby Hotel - This Midtown Manhattan hotel is a short walk away from iconic places like Central Park, the MoMA, and the Rockefeller Center. Day guests can pop in to book a table at their daily Afternoon Tea!
2. Hotel 50 Bowery - One of the cheaper entries on this list, the hip, pet-friendly Hyatt hotel is located in Manhattan's Chinatown within walking distance of popular neighborhoods like SoHo and Little Italy.
3. Times Square EDITION - Smack dab in the middle of Times Square , this sleek, modern hotel offers fine dining from Michelin-starred chefs and the Paradise Club, which hosts world-class DJs and performers on the weekends. Perfect for nightlife lovers!
4. Thompson Central Park - Another Hyatt Hotel, Thompson Central Park is just up the street from The Whitby, with all the delights of Midtown Manhattan just a stone's throw away.
5. Wildflower Farms - Another Auberge resort, this Hudson Valley retreat offers idyllic countryside scenery, another incredible spa, and unique outdoorsy activities for every season of the year.
Florida
The Sunshine State had the biggest curveballs on Fora's list:
1. Virgin Voyages - Yeah, the cruise line. Plenty of cruises sail out of Florida, but Virgin's adults-only ships are unique for their wild nightlife, racy entertainment, and a deluxe, grown-up experience other cruises can't replicate.
2. Pop! Century Resort - Surprised? I was too. This is technically one of Disney World's "value" resorts , but with its colorful pop art theme, extensive pools, and family-friendly amenities, it's proven a big hit with Disneygoers!
Of course, Florida had plenty of great traditional resorts, too. Miami stole the show with three similarly-deluxe resorts: the "eco-luxurious" 1 Hotel South Beach , the IHG Intercontinental on the waterfront in downtown Miami, and the ultra-deluxe Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne , located on its own five-mile long private island. Further south in the Florida Keys, Fora wrapped their list with Isla Bella Beach Resort , a beautiful beachfront getaway with ocean views from every room.
Fora's top hotels list ran the gamut in terms of mood, location, experiences, size, and price. Simply put, there's something for everyone on this list, but no matter which of these hotels you choose, you're guaranteed a great stay!
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