US News Releases 2021 Best Hotel Rankings

U.S. News analyzed more than 30,000 luxury hotels to come up with the best hotels across the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bermuda and Europe. Using a combination of expert and consumer opinions, U.S. News compiled in multiple categories the top five hotels that exude superb luxury and top-notch hospitality.

"The travel industry has faced numerous challenges over the past year, emphasizing the need to support and recognize hotels that continue to maintain exemplary standards," said Zach Watson, travel editor at U.S. News, in a statement. "This year's list offers a reliable guide for travelers to use when planning their next getaway, whether that's in a few months or next year."

Located on the beautiful island of Lanai in Hawaii, the Four Seasons Resort Lanai wows with spectacular views, once-in-a-lifetime excursions and plush accommodations.

But you don't have to travel all the way to Hawaii for a great hotel - there are plenty located in the continental United States as well. Rounding out the top five hotels for the USA are:

2. Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach (Sunny Isles Beach, Florida)
3. The Peninsula Chicago (Chicago, Illinois)
4. The Beverly Hills Hotel (Beverly Hills, California)
5. The Langham, Chicago (Chicago, Illinois)

It's no surprise that a Ritz-Carlton should make the top of at least one of these categories, with their outstanding service and deluxe accommodations. The Ritz-Carlton Montréal exceeds all expectations.

Luxury hotels are dotted all throughout the Great White North. Depending on where you are wanting to visit, here are the rest of the hotels that make U.S. News' top luxury hotels in Canada:

2. Rosewood Hotel Georgia (Vancouver, British Columbia)
3. Fogo Island Inn (Fogo Island, Newfoundland)
4. The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto (Toronto, Ontario)
5. Fairmont Pacific Rim (Vancouver, British Columbia)

With lagoon suites and beachfront villas, Rosewood Mayakoba gives guests a secluded getaway to the pristine beaches of Riviera Maya. Indulge in local cuisine at one of the property's eight restaurants or rejuvenate at the world-class spa.

Los Cabos has so much to offer luxury travelers, as evidence in the hotels that make up the rest of the top five hotels in Mexico:

2. One&Only Palmilla (San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur)
3. Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection (Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur)
4. Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal (Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur)
5. Montage Los Cabos (Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur)

Whether you want a family getaway or romantic escape, the Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France gives guests an idyllic tropical retreat in the West Indies.

There are more than 7,000 islands that make up 13 different island nations and 12 dependent territories throughout the expansive 1 million miles of the Caribbean Sea. Looking at those stats can seem overwhelming when trying to decide on a place to visit, but choosing one of the following hotels is sure to guarantee a vacation in paradise.

2. Eden Rock - St Barths (Saint Barthélemy)
3. Belmond Cap Juluca (Anguilla)
4. Jade Mountain (St. Lucia)
5. Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve (Puerto Rico)

Located in the North Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda gets its own category since it's technically not in the Caribbean. And at the Rosewood Bermuda visitors indulge at this 5-star tropical resort with stunning ocean views and well-appointed rooms.

Divided into nine parishes, Bermuda has a lot to offer travelers depending on what it is you're looking for. But a stay at one of the following hotels is sure to impress.

2. Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club
3. The Loren at Pink Beach
4. Fairmont Southampton
5. Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa

Located in the heart of Paris - in the 8th ARR to be exact - Le Bristol Paris is a traveler's dream stay. Walk to top attraction, spend your days as if you were Parisian, or just relish in the opulence of the hotel.

Although greatly dependent on your itinerary, these hotels are worth considering as a destination in and of themselves thanks to their levels of service:

2. Hotel de la Ville, A Rocco Forte Hotel (Rome, Italy)
3. Badrutt's Palace Hotel (St. Moritz, Switzerland)
4. Ashford Castle (Galway, Ireland)
5. Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris (Paris, France)