15 Hotels Where You Can Spend Your Tax Refund

Put Your Tax Refund to Work

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The average tax refund is well over $3,000, which is enough to cover airfare, accommodations and a spring shopping spree at a luxury hotel or resort in your favorite destination. Treat yourself or let Uncle Sam do the honors at one of these retail-friendly hotels.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside

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The Hilton New Orleans Riverside is conveniently attached to the New Orleans' Outlet Collection at Riverwalk so guests will be within short walking distance to dozens of shops, including Coach Outlet, Neiman Marcas Last Call Studio and Nordstrom Rack.

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

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The second level of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas' Boulevard Tower is loaded with shops ranging from sneaker boutiques and diamond shops to swimwear and eyewear outlets. Guests will also discover cosmetics and suits, among other goods.

Grand Hyatt Baha Mar

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Visitors to Nassau in the Bahamas will discover local boutiques and established luxury retailers just off of the casino floor at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. Popular brands include Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, Striped Cabana and Sandy Shores.

The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club

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Guests at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in Honolulu can grab a refreshing espresso before they browse the selection at Olive & Oliver's popular indie clothing boutique. In addition to a coffee bar, guests will find clothing and accessories for both men and women from a slew of brands showcasing authentic Hawaiian culture.

The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences

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The newly-opened Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences Curio Collection by Hilton is located nearby to Playa del Carmen's bustling main street. Guests can head over to La Quinta Avenida to check out a variety of souvenir shops and eye-catching boutiques.

Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott at LA Live

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The Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott at LA Live in Los Angeles boasts a designer boutique in its lobby. The 3,000-square-foot Brigade LA features renowned men's and women's brands that include established names like Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs.

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

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Monaco's Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo sits on top of the Metropole Shopping Center, where guests will find a variety of boutiques selling everything from art and antiques to fashion and homeware.

Trump International Beach Resort

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The Trump International Beach Resort in Sunny Isles Beach just north of Miami features a Cabana Shop selling resort wear and Blueberry, a new women's boutique offering European and Brazilian fashion products. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary shuttle service to nearby Aventura Mall, the fifth-largest shopping center in the U.S.

The Moorings Village

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The Mayu Beach Boutique inside The Moorings Village in Islamorada in the Florida Keys sells resort wear and gifts, including men's, women's and children's swimwear, sandals, beach bags, jewelry and toys. Notable brands include Letart, Calypso and Linnea's Lights.

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya

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The Rock Shop inside the all-inclusive and award-winning Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya offers a plethora of merchandise, whether you're in search of a souvenir t-shirt, commemorative shot glasses, jewelry, jackets or accessories.

21c Museum Hotel Lexington

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The 21c Museum Hotel Lexington in Kentucky is ideal for travelers who are passionate about contemporary art. The hotel's museum exhibits feature thousands of works of art and exclusive items that guests can actually purchase, including ceramic penguins, design-centric books and Phaidon titles curated by the hotel's Chief Art Curator.

Amway Grand Plaza

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Guests staying at the five-star Amway Grand Plaza Curio Collection by Hilton in Grand Rapids, Michigan will be pleased to discover Boutique Emmanuel. Established nearly three decades ago, the shop boasts trendy men's and women's clothing, accessories and gifts, including dresses, pants and skirts.

Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

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The new-look Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach will soon debut the Shops at Alohilani on the heels of a $115 million redevelopment project. The resort's fashion-forward boutiques are sure to catch guests' attention as they pass through the lobby.

EAST, Miami

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The super modern EAST, Miami Hotel is connected to The Shops at Brickell City Centre through a hidden hallway so guests won't have to go far to access the 500,000-square-foot open-air mall, which offers luxury brands like Chopard and Acqua di Parma, among others.

Atlantis Paradise Island

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Guests at Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas won't have to leave the resort to go duty-free shopping. Items available for purchase include sports apparel, souvenirs, handbags, cigars, housewares and plenty of stylish men's and women's clothing.

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Patrick Clarke

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A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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