Top Luxury Resorts in America: Expert Recommendations

The Lodge at Blue Sky, Utah

“The Lodge at Blue Sky in Utah offers everything one could desire in a world-class resort. Nestled in breathtaking wilderness, it provides hiking and biking trails right outside. A stunning spa managed by a healer and a horse facility accommodating riders of all levels round out the experience. Additionally, the year-round lodge adjacent to a lift at Park City Mountain makes it the perfect retreat after a day on the slopes.” — Jessica Renshaw, Renshaw Travel

Salamander Resort and Spa, Virginia

“The Salamander Resort and Spa in Middleburg, Virginia—just an hour from Washington, D.C., and Dulles Airport—features lovely spacious rooms, a superior spa, and excellent dining options. The surrounding town is filled with delightful boutiques and shops, alongside a wealth of historic homes and exceptional vineyards for wine tastings.” — Ellen LeCompte, Travel Experts

Primland Resort, Virginia

“Primland Resort, part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, offers a stunning setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Guests can engage in a plethora of outdoor activities year-round, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers.” — Norman Aynbinder, Excursionist

Ojai Valley Inn, California

“I love Ojai Valley Inn in California. Located just 45 minutes from Santa Barbara and a two-hour drive from LAX, this property is spectacular and offers something for everyone, including world-class dining, exceptional wineries, a wonderful spa, scenic walking and biking trails, and golf. It feels like a journey to another country without ever leaving the U.S.” — John Skelton, John Skelton Travels

Brush Creek Ranch, Wyoming

“Brush Creek Ranch in Wyoming offers travelers an intimate experience that feels authentically family-owned and operated, while still providing top-notch food and wine. Its secluded location adds to the allure, making it a memorable getaway.” — Shawna Huffman Owen, Huffman Travel

Soho Beach House, Florida

“Soho Beach House combines the vibrancy of Miami Beach with a touch of European sophistication and Old World charm. Its popularity among both locals and visitors creates a dynamic community atmosphere in the common spaces.” — Sheree M. Mitchell, Immersa Global

Sheldon Chalet, Alaska

“The Sheldon Chalet in Alaska is one of the most exclusive properties in the United States and the sole residence on Denali, North America’s highest mountain. Simultaneously, The Lodge at Blue Sky is where luxury meets extraordinary activities. Guests can try aerial yoga suspended from towering pine trees, an 18-hole clay disk shooting range, a whiskey distillery, mountaintop yurt dining, heli-skiing, and enjoy an extraordinary spa experience, complemented by fabulous culinary offerings.” — Mark Lakin, The Legacy Untold