Pacuare Lodge

A truly magical spot in the remote jungle along Costa Rica's Pacuare River, the Pacuare Lodge offers luxury accommodations in a stunningly beautiful spot. Be prepared for an adventure on the trips in and out, though; the lodge is primarily accessible by whitewater river raft or helicopter (thoug

Glacier Bay Lodge

This is the only lodging in Glacier Bay National Park. There’s a series of nice rooms in the trees overlooking the water connected by boardwalks to the main lodge area.

High Peaks Resort

This place seems to spread all over Lake Placid with several different areas. We chose the "Waterfront collection" room and it was right on the lake. The whole place has fabulous views.View from …

AC Hotel by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

A charming boutique this is not, but we think this Marriott property is a great option to stay in Portland. It's clean and comfortable and has a nice bar with a surprisingly good happy hour. Most importantly for us, it's in an excellent location and offers reasonable rates.

Resort at Port Ludlow

This beautiful hotel is located on the Port Ludlow Marina. It's comfy and cozy (most rooms have working fireplaces and beautiful bathrooms), though the interior is a little dated.

Timberline Lodge

A beautiful hotel on the slopes of Mt. Hood, Timberline Lodge is perfectly placed for skiing in winter and hiking in summer. The rooms are a little dated, and it can definitely be overpriced, but the views are unbeatable and the restaurant is good.

Gonzo Inn

Friendly staff and nice facilities. They offer different types of rooms: basic rooms with king beds, and suites with bedrooms and common rooms (with pullout sofas in the common room).

Double Eagle Resort

This offers nice lodging at June Lake. Located about 15 minutes south of the Tioga Pass road to Yosemite, it can be a convenient area to stay if you're exploring Tuolumne Meadows and Yosemite Valley.…