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Apr 27, 2023

Best US Hilton hotels to use your Hilton Honors points

With more than 5,000 locations in the U.S., Hilton offers properties that are

With more than 5,000 locations in the U.S., Hilton offers properties that are ideal for every type of traveler, from families to couples to business travelers. An impressive 19 brands — including cost-effective options like Hampton by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton, plus high-end offerings like Conrad Hotels & Resorts and Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts — are available, making it possible to find a property that best fits your budget and preferences.

As an added bonus, guests have the opportunity to earn and redeem points at numerous Hilton hotels through the Hilton Honors program. While some properties offer better redemption value than others, Hilton's massive portfolio means you'll likely find a solid way to use your points, no matter which U.S. destination you plan on visiting.

Which U.S. Hilton hotels should you go out of your way to enjoy the next time you leave home? Below are 19 TPG-approved Hilton properties to book for a quick trip or luxurious retreat.

Occupying a remarkable Frank Gehry-designed tower in downtown Los Angeles, this newer addition to LA's hotel scene is quickly becoming a popular spot for art lovers and fans of contemporary design.

Guests staying at the Conrad Los Angeles will have plenty of ways to pass the time, as the hotel is located across the street from the Walt Disney Concert Hall and within a couple of blocks of The Broad and The Museum of Contemporary Art. Plus, guests can enjoy all kinds of on-site amenities, including a rooftop pool, a spa and weekly sunrise yoga.

When you're ready for a bite to eat, treat yourself to a refreshing cocktail and scrumptious jumbo lump crab croquetas at Agua Viva, a rooftop restaurant by José Andrés. Or, head to Andrés' other Conrad venue, the indoor-outdoor San Laurel restaurant, for Iberian-inspired dishes like Mediterranean sea bass in a saffron-mussel sauce. Save time for The Beaudry Room, too, if you're craving lighter fare and a mix of classic and reinvented drinks, such as an espresso martini and a spicy margarita with shiso.

Once you're in need of some shut-eye, retreat to one of 305 accommodations designed by Tara Bernerd & Partners. The bright, spacious rooms and suites all come outfitted with sleek contemporary touches, such as wall-to-wall light oak paneling behind the beds, brass-accented wardrobes and partially open bathrooms that allow light from the floor-to-ceiling windows to pour in.

Rates at the Conrad Los Angeles start at $332 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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At the base of Park City Mountain, a few miles removed from charming Park City, Utah's shop- and restaurant-filled downtown (which you can reach via a complimentary shuttle), sits the Waldorf Astoria Park City, a chic oasis for luxury-seeking travelers in town to ski, shop or do a bit of both.

The 160 guest rooms and suites are cozy and elegant, offering a luxe alpine ski lodge vibe. Expect dark wood furnishings, gas fireplaces, crisp white bedding and beautiful artwork that showcases the local scenery. Choose a multibedroom suite if you need extra space, as these bi-level accommodations can sleep up to 12 people.

When hunger strikes, Powder Restaurant has you covered. The eatery serves mountain-inspired comfort classics (think: buttermilk pancakes, French onion soup and pork belly fries) for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Should you find yourself feeling sore after a busy day on the slopes, take a dip in the heated outdoor pool or one of several hot tubs, or visit the property's spa for a treatment. Available services range from the Active Recovery Massage (which is designed to help you recover faster from mountain activities) to the Lymphatic Detox Wrap (a seaweed wrap with a massage that targets inflammation to help your body reset).

Rates at the Waldorf Astoria Park City start at $360 or 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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With 776 rooms, suites and villas starting at a generous 640 square feet, the Grand Wailea Maui serves as the perfect place to unwind while visiting dreamy Maui. Inside the light-filled rooms, you'll find elevated beach decor, such as wicker furnishings with colorful fabrics, and private lanais with white plantation shutter-style doors, plus hotel essentials like Keurig coffee makers, minifridges and walk-in showers.

For additional relaxation, guests can visit the hotel's spa. Featuring 40 treatment rooms, the facility, which is the largest spa in Hawaii, has a variety of Hawaii-inspired services, including a traditional lomi lomi massage and a body treatment with local honey and macadamia nut oil.

Beyond the spa, there's the Hibiscus Pool, an adults-only haven featuring more than 630,000 mosaic tiles in its namesake design, and the Wailea Canyon Activity Pool, an imaginative labyrinth of waterways that includes six levels connected by slides, a river with rapids and gentle currents, waterfalls, caves and the world's first and only water elevator. Additionally, the Grand Wailea Maui is home to Baby Beach, a zero-entry pool made for younger guests, and offers easy access to world-renowned Wailea Beach.

As you might expect, outdoor activities are abundant at this beach resort. You can try water sports like paddleboarding, learn how to play the ukulele, partake in a scuba diving lesson in the main pool or sign up for an outrigger tour, among other options. While the $50 daily resort fee covers some of these activities, keep in mind that others cost extra to enjoy.

An additional expense you'll want to factor into your stay is on-site dining. You'll have several food and beverage venues to choose from, including a lounge with fresh sushi and live music, a beach bar with refreshing tropical drinks like pina coladas, the indoor-outdoor Ikena buffet restaurant and a food truck with pizza and tacos. The signature restaurant, Humuhumunukunukuapuaa, is a must-visit spot for fresh Hawaiian seafood and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. What's more, no visit would be complete without setting aside one night for the resort's traditional luau.

Rates at the Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort start at $892 or 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Originally established in 1888 on an island connected to downtown San Diego via a narrow strip of sand, Hotel del Coronado is a favorite among locals and tourists — and for good reason. Over the years, it has hosted a parade of celebrities, including Bette Davis, Charlie Chaplin and former President Ronald Reagan. It gained its own celebrity status by serving as the setting for the classic film "Some Like It Hot."

Nowadays, the hotel is spread across multiple "neighborhoods," each catering to a different clientele. These neighborhoods include the original Victorian wing, the lively Cabanas section, the visually stunning Views area and the exclusive Beach Village and Shore House communities. Room decor varies by neighborhood, but common amenities available throughout the 757 rooms and suites include minifridges, coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.

Families with children will likely love swimming in the Cabana Pool and testing out its virtual reality snorkeling experience when they're not at the beach enjoying surfing lessons, bonfires with s'mores and evening movie screenings. Younger travelers can also participate in various age-appropriate activities at the Ocean Explorers kids club while their parents relax in a private pool cabana, on a beach daybed or at the spa, where treatments such as the Seaweed Leaf Wrap draw inspiration from the ocean's healing properties.

Dining options are plentiful, too. The resort offers everything from seafood-centric Serea (a perfect spot for intimate dinners) to a casual market with artisanal pizzas to the Babcock & Story Bar, a timeless space serving classic cocktails at an old-school mahogany counter and on a patio with phenomenal beach vistas.

Rates at the Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton start at $374 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Breaking through the tropical foliage on the banks of a beach with crystal-clear water, Baker's Cay Resort is perfect for a Florida Keys vacation. It's conveniently located between Miami and Key West on the laid-back island of Key Largo.

After recently receiving a full renovation, Baker's Cay beckons outdoorsy types with amenities like two inviting waterfall pools and a lush nature trail, though the real highlight is the property's beach. At this private stretch of sand, guests can partake in various water sports like diving, parasailing, catamaran sailing and deep-sea fishing, or simply spend the day cradled in one of the beachside hammocks.

Equally impressive is the resort's focus on sustainability. You'll notice small eco-friendly touches throughout the 200 modern, beachy rooms, such as canvas (instead of plastic) laundry bags and compostable notepads. Additionally, drinks are served in cornstarch cups and with biodegradable straws made from avocado pits.

For meals, you'll have three eateries to choose from, including a pool bar with a food truck and Dry Rocks, a swanky seaside spot with live music and fire pits. Don't skip the main restaurant, Calusa, where locally sourced seafood and produce are the stars of the menu. The venue will even clean and cook freshly caught fish, making it a great option for avid anglers.

Rates at Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton start at $321 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Downtown Washington, D.C.'s Conrad is a newer luxury hotel that looks more like a modern art museum than a hotel thanks to its massive starfish-shaped art installation that spans multiple atrium floors.

Inside the 360 accommodations, the same trendy, contemporary atmosphere continues. Each guest room has ample natural light that streams through floor-to-ceiling windows, along with a spacious layout in neutral hues that includes a marble bathroom with double sinks and a rainfall shower. Upgraded Sakura Club accommodations also come with access to a lounge that serves complimentary breakfast, evening light bites and alcoholic beverages daily.

While the hotel doesn't have a pool or spa, it does offer a fitness center with modern equipment, including treadmills and spin bikes. Those in town for work can also take advantage of the business center and 16 meeting rooms.

As for dining, the hotel has one restaurant: Estuary. The sleek, airy space serves dishes made with fresh ingredients from the Chesapeake Bay region. Guests can also enjoy a rooftop bar with sweeping views of D.C.'s famous monuments, but keep in mind that the seasonal venue is only open during the warmer months.

Rates at the Conrad Washington, DC start at $361 or 80,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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The panoramic vistas from Oceana Santa Monica's 70 suites are just one of many highlights of this beachy property just west of Los Angeles. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean from its perch on Ocean Avenue, this all-suite haven sits in a residential part of Santa Monica just a short stroll away from the city's main attractions and the beach, giving visitors a central yet serene home base for sightseeing, shopping and sunbathing.

The main fixture of the hotel's design is its intimate courtyard, where a free-form pool surrounded by white-and-blue tiles and James Perse loungers create a retro vibe fitting of a place where aspiring actors might have once stayed while waiting for their big break.

The hotels of yesterday wouldn't have come close to matching the stylish suites of Oceana Santa Monica, though. Inside the chic spaces, which are decorated in an eye-catching palette of deep blues and cloud whites, you'll find art deco-style sofas, hand-tufted Nepalese rugs and minimalist canopy beds dressed in Loro Piana and Frette linens. The exquisitely tiled marble bathrooms continue the ocean-inspired theme, offering walk-in showers and Bottega Veneta bath products.

For those set on maintaining their fitness regimens during their stays, there's a small fitness center equipped with Technogym and Peloton machines. Additionally, loaner beach cruisers are available for bike rides around the city, and the property's staff can arrange outdoor activities like beach yoga, guided hikes and surf lessons. Should you wish to soothe sore muscles after your workout (or simply treat yourself to a few hours of pampering), you can book a massage or facial at the hotel's single-room spa.

You'll find numerous restaurants nearby, but if you'd rather dine on-site, you're in luck, as the hotel has two eateries. Head to The Veranda for poolside bites, or visit Sandpiper for an elevated twist on California beach fare, such as linguine with clams, broiled prawns topped with caviar, and pan-seared salmon on fried rice. Round out the night with a cocktail (or two) at the rooftop Sunset Terrace.

Rates at Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts start at $716 or 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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On the Kohala Coast of the Big Island sits the Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa, a premier lodging option for families seeking elbow room while vacationing in Hawaii.

The 120 suites, which all measure 1,150 square feet and feature tropical decor, come outfitted with everything a group could need, including fully equipped kitchens, private lanais and sleeping arrangements for up to six people. As an added bonus, each suite has a PlayStation, so video game-loving teens can borrow games to enjoy when they need a break from the sun (or their travel companions).

While there's a $25 nightly resort fee, the charge covers a variety of Hawaiian cultural activities, including lei-making classes, and use of resort amenities like a fitness center and tennis courts. Guests also have access to complimentary parking (a rarity in Hawaii) and the largest outdoor pool on the island, which has a 175-foot waterslide, a rope bridge, hot tubs and a sandy area for kids.

There isn't an on-site restaurant here, but families will likely enjoy having the option of using the hotel's grocery delivery service and cooking meals on the free-to-use barbecue grills. If you'd rather avoid preparing meals, you can dine at one of several restaurants in nearby Waikoloa Village, including Sansei, a popular sushi spot.

Rates at the Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa start at $417 or 183,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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The Waldorf Astoria Orlando offers an unparalleled resort-style experience for guests seeking luxury from start to finish. There's an 18-hole championship golf course, a 4,000-square-foot fitness center and a spa with the Sunshine State's first Himalayan salt room, among other noteworthy amenities.

Kids will find a lot to love about this family-friendly Waldorf Astoria, even on days when they're not at nearby Walt Disney World (which guests can easily reach thanks to the resort's complimentary theme park shuttle service). During the day, the kids club is the go-to spot for age-appropriate entertainment, or families can stick together to enjoy lawn games and the expansive pool area, which has two swimming pools. In the evening, groups can return to the pool complex for fun activities like dive-in movie screenings and s'mores sessions at the fire pits.

The 502 guest rooms and suites may not have the most updated decor — the beige walls and matching furnishings in tan and yellow hues seem to belong to another era — but they do offer stunning views of the property's surrounding nature preserve, its lush golf course and/or the iconic Disney theme parks. Room amenities are solid, too, with must-haves like coffee makers, large high-definition TVs and bathrooms with separate showers and tubs, plus welcome extras like wine fridges and laptop-size safes, available in all accommodations.

No matter what you're in the mood for when your stomach starts to grumble, odds are you'll be satisfied with the property's dining venues. The six on-site restaurants range from Aquamarine (a poolside spot for casual bites like burgers and wings) to Bull & Bear (an upscale steakhouse known for its tableside preparations). If you need even more options, venture next door to the Waldorf Astoria's sister property, Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, to dine at one of four additional eateries.

Rates at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando start at $352 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Drawing inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic architectural style, the visually stunning, 701-room Arizona Biltmore has everything guests could need within steps of their light, bright rooms — though you'll find popular attractions like Camelback Mountain and the Desert Botanical Garden close by, should you wish to take a brief break from all the resort has to offer.

For active travelers, there are numerous facilities worth checking out. Guests can sign up for various fitness classes at the gym, hit the links at the two golf courses and break a sweat playing pickleball and tennis at the property's courts.

Shopaholics will likely enjoy perusing the five on-site boutiques, and for water lovers, there are seven swimming pools available, one of which has a towering water feature with three side-by-side waterslides.

If wellness is top of mind, book a service at the Tierra Luna Spa. Inspired by its desert surroundings, the spa specializes in treatments that feature locally sourced oils, freshly crushed herbs, native scents and crystals you can only find at the resort.

Dining options are plentiful as well. Renata's Hearth is the place to go for Latin-inspired cuisine, McArthur's serves a mix of American dishes throughout the day and Cup & Cone aims to please guests craving something sweet with its homemade gelato. Poolside dining, 24-hour room service and two bars round out the resort's food and beverage options.

Rates at the Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort start at $218 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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The Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is all about blending luxury and relaxation to provide a California escape unlike any other. Resting atop a 150-foot bluff that overlooks the Pacific Ocean, the resort occupies 175 gorgeous waterfront acres. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the private Monarch Bay Beach Club, where they can dip their toes in the ocean or try water sports like stand-up paddleboarding.

A newer addition to this coastal property is the Waldorf Astoria Spa, which offers bespoke treatments that incorporate the latest insights from science, medicine and wellness. For example, guests can opt for the Signature CBD Massage, a treatment that features CBD massage oil to help reduce stress and inflammation, and add on extras like the use of chilled cryoglobes or red light wands to facials.

Other resort staples like swimming pools, fitness classes, boutiques and loaner bikes are also available.

You'll have a tough decision to make when it's time to quench your thirst or satiate your appetite. That's because the resort is home to seven bars and restaurants, including a poolside cantina, a coastal lounge and an outpost of acclaimed steakhouse Bourbon Steak.

Like the rest of the property, the 400 guest rooms and suites pay homage to the resort's location in Dana Point. Every accommodation invites the outdoors in with textured seagrass wallpaper, a coastal color palette and French doors that open to a terrace or patio. Reserve a Fireside Terrace room or suite for a private outdoor fire pit and an accompanying kit featuring s'mores ingredients, a fleece blanket and a bottle of wine.

Rates at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach start at $624 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Designed to impress from the moment you walk in and see the striking installation of seashells suspended from the ceiling, the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach has become one of Florida's premier hotels. Its walkability to North Beach, a top stretch of sand between Sunrise and Las Olas boulevards, makes it a popular option for beachgoers.

You could easily spend the bulk of your stay lounging on the sand, though you'd miss out on all the other highlights of this contemporary property. The heated outdoor pool is a swanky spot to linger on a hot Florida day, and the Atlas Cocktail Lounge is the hotel's go-to spot for tasty cocktails in a relaxed setting. Additionally, there's the spa, which offers a slew of ways for visitors to unwind, from sea-inspired body treatments to facials featuring fresh Florida oranges.

Once you've worked up an appetite, make your way to Takato for Asian fusion fare or the poolside Spinnaker grill for casual American cuisine. For something lighter, pick up a pastry from Cornucopia.

Getting some shut-eye at this all-suite Conrad is a cinch thanks to the chic, comfortable design of the 290 accommodations. Every suite features hardwood floors, a marble bathroom and a sleek kitchenette or kitchen, plus a Juliet or full-size balcony or terrace overlooking the pool, ocean or Intracoastal Waterway.

Rates at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach start at $315 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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As its name suggests, Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale embraces its rocky Arizona desert surroundings. Throughout the 1,300-acre Curio Collection property, you'll find 223 freestanding adobe casitas, suites, villas and haciendas designed to blend in with the landscape. Standard casitas are spacious at 550 square feet and come equipped with thoughtful touches that create a cozy atmosphere, such as wood-burning fireplaces, Southwest-style textiles and thick ceiling beams.

Arizona remains front and center in the expansive resort's abundant recreational activities. Guests can go stargazing with a professional astronomer, play tennis and pickleball within view of towering mountains, enjoy an evening mountain bike ride and lounge poolside next to rock formations, among other options.

Of all the resort's amenities, the oasis-like spa is a real standout. The 33,000-square-foot space features all kinds of special relaxation-focused spaces, including a meditation labyrinth, a reflecting pond and an area for shaman rituals. As for the treatments, the menu showcases local, natural ingredients.

Five food and beverage outlets are available for regionally inspired meals throughout the day. The Spotted Donkey Cantina is the resort's go-to venue for mouthwatering Mexican, while the Grill Restaurant & Bar and Palo Verde are ideal options for golfers, as they sit close to the property's two golf courses.

Rates at Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton start at $182 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Right on the Las Vegas Strip, the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is a rare find in the heart of Sin City. That's because it offers a surprisingly peaceful setting that's a stark contrast to the commotion of downtown.

Perhaps the quiet atmosphere is due to its lack of an on-site casino, or maybe it's a result of the property's focus on wellness. High above the action-packed Strip, the Waldorf Astoria Spa aims to help guests unwind with massages, facials, body treatments and more. An array of free fitness classes, including yoga and Pilates, are also available through the eighth-floor gym, and there's a tranquil pool with chaise lounges and cabanas for relaxing in or out of the sun.

Once you're able to pull yourself away from the resort's wellness offerings, venture to the 23rd floor for afternoon tea in the Tea Lounge or a cocktail in the Hotel Bar. Both venues offer breathtaking city views from massive floor-to-ceiling windows. Save time for a meal at Zen Kitchen, the lower-level eatery dishing up American classics and Asian favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

You'll have no trouble catching some z's during your stay, as the hotel's commitment to wellness carries over to the 389 guest rooms and suites. All offer at least 500 square feet of elbow room and wow with elegant decor in light gray, cream and soft blue and pink hues. The marble bathrooms have walk-in showers and deep soaking tubs for even more relaxation.

Rates at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas start at $274 or 80,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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On the eastern edge of the Coachella Valley sits La Quinta Resort & Club, a historic resort that embodies classic Palm Springs style.

Welcoming travelers since 1926, the original Spanish colonial property only had 20 adobe bungalows — plus a nine-hole golf course, the area's first — on its 45 acres. Now, it houses 781 rooms, suites and villas full of vintage charm.

Guests can choose from cozy casitas (some with fireplaces), grand suites with up to two bedrooms and tucked-away villas with easy access to the property's lap pool or an in-room kitchen. A few suites even have private courtyards with their own pools, should you wish to take a dip out of view of other guests.

If you don't book a suite with a private pool, don't fret: There are a whopping 41 pools on the resort grounds, including the family-friendly main pool and an adults-only pool. Additional resort amenities range from five golf courses to two dozen courts for tennis and pickleball to a spa with specialty treatments like the Wine Down Massage, which begins and ends with glasses of wine.

Regarding dining, the resort has five options. For casual bites, there's a grab-and-go market and a poolside cafe. For a more elevated sit-down experience, choose one of three restaurants: Twenty6 (an American bistro that highlights seasonal, local ingredients on its menu), Adobe Grill (an intimate Mexican eatery known for its tamales and impressive selection of tequilas) and Morgan's in the Desert (the signature fine dining establishment that serves high-end dishes made with locally sourced products).

Rates at La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton start at $226 or 74,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Simply put, the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is one of California's most luxurious hotels. Before its 2017 opening, it underwent a $200 million renovation, including the addition of a 12-story limestone tower next to the famed Beverly Hilton at the intersection of Wilshire and Santa Monica boulevards.

French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon is the creative mastermind behind this stunning property. Each of the 119 rooms and suites offers a minimum of 537 square feet and features an elegant color scheme of taupe and marigold (plus aquamarine, in some cases). The design includes tufted headboards, patterned carpets, floor-to-ceiling sliders for accessing attached terraces and Italian marble bathrooms reminiscent of the glamour of Hollywood's golden age.

Outside the rooms, guests will find a small but spectacular rooftop pool with 360-degree views of the city, as well as an outpost of Switzerland's highly regarded La Prairie Spa and a salon helmed by celebrity stylist Kevin Beit. Even the fitness center goes beyond the stereotypical hotel amenity experience by offering sessions with in-house experts specializing in everything from spiritual healing to personal training to sound baths.

The property's dining scene provides a similarly elevated take on what you might expect from a hotel. The Rooftop by JG, a restaurant linked to renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, serves all kinds of internationally influenced dishes (think: crispy salmon sushi, fresh burrata, sweet pea guacamole and a truffle cheeseburger) throughout the day. Meanwhile, Espelette Beverly Hills showcases coastal Mediterranean flavors in its farm-to-table fare.

Rates at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills start at $907 or 120,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Occupying the 19th-century Stephen Girard Building, the Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City is all about location, location, location. Right outside its doors is Midtown Village, a downtown neighborhood with some of the city's most popular dining options, including Barbuzzo, Sampan and El Vez. It's also just a few blocks away from two of Philly's top attractions: Independence Hall and Reading Terminal Market.

To get around the city, guests can borrow one of the Canopy's complimentary bikes. If you'd rather linger on-site, visit the business center to catch up on work or head to the 24-hour gym for a workout.

On-site dining is limited to The Wayward, but the American brasserie does not disappoint. Paying homage to the historic building's namesake, a philanthropist and banker originally from France, the venue serves French-American dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Expect items like fried oysters, French onion gratin and mussels in a saffron broth at the eye-catching restaurant full of moody colors, rich fabrics and metal accents.

The attention-grabbing decor extends into the 236 rooms and suites. Local pop art and patterned wallpaper grace the walls, deep-blue headboards with dramatic brass details gradually curve above the memory foam beds, and black-and-white tiles invite guests into spacious walk-in showers. Standard amenities include 55-inch TVs, refrigerated drawers and Nespresso machines.

Rates at the Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City start at $174 or 54,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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Whether you have a sweet tooth or crave a memorable experience close to Hershey, Pennsylvania, The Wilbur Lititz will appeal to you. Housed in a brick chocolate factory from the 1890s, this Tapestry Collection property honors its decadent past via original details like exposed brick walls and high ceilings. There's even a scent of chocolate that permeates the entire hotel to add to the ambiance.

Inside the 74 beautifully restored accommodations, which sport theme-appropriate names like Cocoa Corner King and Master Chocolatier King Studio Suite, you'll notice a similar aesthetic. Rich brown furnishings pop against brick features and white walls with original wood details, and white subway tiles create an old-school but updated feel in the bathrooms. Amenities like Keurig coffee makers, minifridges and 49-inch TVs offer a touch of modernity to ensure these historical digs are fit for present-day travelers.

Outside the rooms, guest facilities are limited to a business center, a gym and two eateries. Market @ The Wilbur is the place to go for quick-service staples like smoothies, coffee, sandwiches and baked goods, while Blackworth Live Fire Grill attracts patrons in search of delicious wood-fired dishes such as charred octopus, a salmon burger with a teriyaki glaze, Thai bouillabaisse and a 36-ounce wagyu porterhouse.

For more mouthwatering fare, check out the Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery and the Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store, both of which sit within walking distance of the hotel.

Rates at The Wilbur Lititz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton start at $140 or 40,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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In 1913, Lynchburg, Virginia, was hopping. With improved road and transportation infrastructure, more people were visiting the city, which had become a popular place for hosiery and shoes. Virginians were asking for a luxury hotel, and The Virginian Lynchburg promised to fill that void. Before long, the property fulfilled its promise, becoming the go-to hotel for dozens of distinguished guests, including former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt and former President Ronald Reagan.

Today's Virginian Lynchburg looks much like it did decades ago — but with updates to bring it into the 21st century. You'll immediately notice original features like barrel-vaulted ceilings, curved skylights and grand marble stairs when you enter the showstopping lobby, though newer (but still period-appropriate) furnishings now occupy part of the historical space.

Likewise, the 115 rooms and suites beautifully blend the hotel's original character with contemporary essentials. The 14-foot ceilings painted in cream serve as a neutral backdrop for the dark wood furnishings that have an art deco flair, as well as the 55-inch flat-screen TVs mounted across from the plush Kingsdown beds made exclusively for the hotel. Bathrooms have a more straightforward design, with white subway-tiled showers and luxurious Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

You'll have a few different eateries to choose from when you're in need of some sustenance. William & Henry Steakhouse — the lower-level fine dining establishment — dishes up steakhouse classics either a la carte or as a three-course prix fixe menu, and Skyline — the rooftop restaurant — specializes in seafood, offering tasty options like shrimp and crawfish etouffee, a wasabi-crusted tuna burger and stuffed trout. A grab-and-go cafe is available, too, if you'd rather pick up a snack or coffee before exploring the surrounding mountains.

Rates at The Virginian Lynchburg, Curio Collection by Hilton start at $140 or 40,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

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