You spent all summer gallivanting around Europe because that’s as it should be. But as they say, home is where the heart is, or at least the need for an easy weekend getaway. These are the hotels to visit now in the U.S.
Hotel: The Loutrel
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
In Charleston, southern charm meets urban living. It’s the place to go for a romantic getaway with extensive garden networks, cobblestone streets, and home cooking turned gourmet. If you’re looking for something lowkey with a full, happy stomach and the ambiance to set the mood, The Loutrel is your spot. It’s set in the center of the French Quarter of the historical district, where long strolls are a must, but large light-filled windows also do the trick if you’re staying in. The rooms share the same warmth of the city with country-style powdered blues, rustic light fixtures, and Matouk Damiano Percale Sheets. Each area of the hotel shares inspiration from Charleston’s public and private gardens, whether in the decor or your cocktail. You can try drinks with botanical notes like Citrus Grove on Fire or The Trust Tree at the Veranda Lounge.
Hotel: White Elephant
Location: Nantucket
If you’ve missed your time in Nantucket, don’t worry; it’s best in September. The recently renovated White Elephant hotel and cottages allow you to experience your annual harborside retreat with a fresh lens. Despite being around since the 1920s, White Elephant revamped its space for those of you who love a modern stay. Whether you stay in residential vacation homes, The Inn, Harborside Hotel, the Garden Cottages, or Downtown Lofts, you’ll find contemporary beachy design. Crisp whites, sandy browns, and freshwater blues relay the theme without tacky add-ons. No waterfront retreat is complete without fresh seafood, which you can enjoy at Brant Point Grill paired with award-winning wine. A forty-five-minute boat ride will take you to TOPPER’S to expand an already plentiful selection of seafood and wine. TOPPER’S has been awarded the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand since 1996 with 2000 bottles to select from, including rare vintages.
Hotel: The Peninsula Chicago
Location: Chicago
You’re looking for an easy weekend getaway, and a flight from NYC to Chicago is only 2 ½ hours- just short enough to book a spontaneous trip. Leave the spontaneity for the flight and consider booking The Peninsula Chicago – you can’t go wrong. The traditional Asian hospitality group goes above and beyond in service, and shared spaces are where they shine most.
Starting with the restaurants, Shanghai Terrace has a sultry 1930s feel overlooking skyscrapers. At Z Bar’s rooftop terrace, you can grab a hand-crafted cocktail and enjoy views of Michigan Avenue. Then there’s The Lobby. Contemporary American dishes are offered in the comfort of the massive banquet hall-esque room with walls 20ft high and chandeliers throughout. The wellness facilities are equally grand, with an indoor half-Olympic length swimming pool, an extensive spa menu, and cutting-edge training equipment in the gym.
Hotel: Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection
Location: Napa Valley
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection is all about wellness, and with a backdrop like the Napa Valley and the bonus of harvest season, now is the time to go. The stay has a laid-back chic California energy in all its assets. From the cottages to the Villas, the indoor-outdoor design creates fluidity, with doors opening onto terraces and indoor showers transitioning into outdoor ones. Marble fireplaces and 18 ft vaulted ceilings add a sleek, contemporary feel. But you still have neutral colors and softer textures making it homey. While peace of mind can be achieved from inside your villa, trying out the ranch’s extensive network of spa houses is an option for complete tranquility(and some solo time from your travel partner). There’s Halehouse for Therapeutic Bodywork, Energy Work, and treatments. Springhouse is for pre-treatment or post-workout, with offerings like the Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber and Saunas. Fieldhouse is for the physically inclined with Boxing boot camp, the Yoga & Tea Ritual, or a curated regime based on your needs. Of course, if you’re more interested in the type of class that offers wine tasting over cardio, they have those,
FAQs
Q: What are The Peninsula Chicago’s spa open hours?
A: The spa is open daily.
Monday – Saturday
8 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Sunday
8 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Q: Does White Elephant have a pool?
A: Yes, the heated pool is available to hotel guests only and open from late May to September.
Q: Does Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection offer family ammenities?
A: Yes, Stanly Ranch offers complimentary cribs, high chairs, and diaper pails. There is also a Little Ranchers Camp program.
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