5 Stylish Resorts Worth Planning Your Next Trip Around

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5 Stylish Resorts Worth Planning Your Trip Around

Meritage Resort and Spa
Napa, CA

Welcoming you into Napa Valley with its iconic Grape Crusher statue, the Meritage Resort & Spa serves up a 40-acre property with nine acres of sun-soaked hillside vineyards. All of the best of Napa Valley is highlighted here, all under one roof (or, well, a few roofs), ensuring a retreat that will light up your senses. If you’ve just finished waltzing through the vines or visiting one of the onsite tasting rooms, head over to take a cooking or baking class at the Food & Wine Center or get a cabernet scrub in a former wine cave underground at Spa Terra. There are endless ways to make your trip unforgettable.

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The Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas
Paradise Valley, AZ

Surrounded by the splendor of the Sonoran Desert, The Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Villas is just a five-minute ride from Camelback Golf Club. The sprawling resort has it all, with over 40 acres of attractions to experience just minutes from the links and exceptional restaurants, nightlife, and shopping in Old Town Scottsdale. With five heated pools, four dining options, two tennis courts, a full-service salon and spa, and 50,000 square feet of event space, this piece of Paradise Valley is sure to satisfy golf lovers and casual players alike.

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Hotel Effie
Miramar Beach, FL

Hotel Effie, a luxury hotel on the premises of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has everything you could want for a relaxing vacation. From the beloved full-service spa, Spa Lilliana, to dining options like the Gulf-Coast-meets-southern-flavor Ovide and the laid-back rooftop bar serving up poolside piña coladas and elevated bar bites, you’ll feel endlessly catered to. Spacious and well-equipped rooms and suites have modern finishes with a refreshing coastal feel to keep you in the Sunshine State of mind. Guests also have full access to the four championship golf courses nearby, as well as the beach and local nightlife, meaning you’ll always find something fun to do. This hotel even offers the only public rooftop pool in northwest Florida, ensuring you can always take a dip when it feels more like a pool day than a beach day.

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The Newbury Boston
Boston, MA

Offering an unparalleled experience in Boston’s iconic Back Bay, The Newbury supplies guests with quiet luxury in spades. Spacious, elegantly designed rooms boast custom-designed furnishings, luxe touches like Byredo bath products and in-room Nespresso machines, and views of the city’s Public Garden in many rooms. This hotel provides more than just plush digs though, with dining offerings from Major Food Group (the minds behind Carbone and Sadelle’s) ensuring you won’t have to step outside for a memorable meal. The Street Bar is a beloved watering hole where signature libations and New England culinary favorites are offered in a classic 1920s-style speakeasy ambiance. The Library bar offers additional seating and the truly unique experience of having a drink surrounded by books in a space usually reserved for quiet study. The crown jewel in The Newbury’s dining offerings is Contessa, an expansive rooftop restaurant serving up not only sweeping skyline views but also contemporary dishes inspired by classic Northern Italian trattorias.

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The Kimberly Hotel
New York, NY

Conveniently nestled in the heart of Midtown, The Kimberly Hotel offers guests an authentic New York City experience. With spacious suites that rival the size of most city apartments, this hotel provides a unique alternative to the typical chain hotels in the area. The Kimberly Hotel gives off a grand, European vibe from the moment you step in, with a beautiful marble lobby and a spectacular saltwater aquarium. A handwritten note of thanks from President Jimmy Carter displayed at the front desk lets you know that this hotel is serious about taking care of its guests. Steps away from iconic attractions like Central Park and Rockefeller Center, it's a pied-à-terre for the discerning traveler. Enjoy stunning city views from the rooftop bar, indulge in Italian cuisine at Bistango, or unwind in style with feather beds and L’Occitane amenities.