Top-Rated Western US Resorts Chosen by Our Readers in 2025

1. Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico
2. Stephanie Inn, Cannon Beach, Oregon
3. The Allison Inn & Spa, Newberg, Oregon
4. Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, Incline Village, Nevada
5. Shore Lodge, McCall, Idaho
6. Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico
7. Brasada Ranch, Bend, Oregon
8. Willows Lodge, Woodinville, Washington
9. Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, Washington
10. Edgewood Tahoe Resort, Stateline, Nevada
11. Sun Valley Lodge, Sun Valley, Idaho
12. The Coeur d’Alene Golf & Spa Resort, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
13. Salish Lodge & Spa, Snoqualmie, Washington
14. Salishan Coastal Lodge, Gleneden Beach, Oregon
15. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Oregon

The premier resorts in the western United States, as selected by GoTravelDaily readers, invite visitors who value a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.

Travelers to the western United States are often overwhelmed by the plethora of remarkable accommodations, such that several states in this region—Arizona, California, Colorado, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming—merit their own rankings in GoTravelDaily’s World’s Best Awards. Nevertheless, resorts in less highlighted areas of the West remain essential for all seeking breathtaking nature devoid of excessive crowds.

Each year, as part of our World’s Best Awards survey, GoTravelDaily solicits input from its readers regarding their travel experiences globally, inviting them to evaluate the finest hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and beyond. Hotels (including safari lodges) were assessed based on their facilities, location, service, cuisine, and overall value. Properties were categorized as a city hotel, resort, or safari lodge depending on their amenities and locations.

A multitude of cherished resorts in this region are situated in peaceful enclaves within the mountains, along rivers and lakes, or overlooking the Pacific Ocean. However, a select few establishments on the list provide proximity to another notable feature of the western states: wine. Willows Lodge (No. 8) is not directly among the vineyards, but its location in Woodinville, just outside Seattle, remains a central hub for Washington’s wine industry, hosting over 130 wineries (along with their tasting rooms) sourcing grapes from across the state. “The accommodations and service were truly exceptional,” one guest remarked. “We will undoubtedly return here.”

Another wine destination can be discovered at the Allison Inn & Spa, in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, which achieved a ranking of No. 3. This modern, 85-room resort serves as a tranquil base for exploring the Pinot Noirs and sparkling wines of the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. (“Enjoy a massage, then visit a winery,” one reader recommended. “It’s unbeatable.”) The Allison enjoys favorable company in Oregon: one-third of the top properties this year are located in the state. Regarding the No. 2 ranked Stephanie Inn in Cannon Beach, one guest expressed, “There is no superior place to embrace the outdoors.”

Travelers who venture beyond the popular ski slopes of the Rockies will also uncover some of the nation’s premier ski resorts. One such establishment is this year’s No. 11: Sun Valley Lodge, situated in Sun Valley, Idaho. This destination, previously favored by a select group of celebrities, is now gaining broader recognition. For those seeking a less commercialized experience, visiting during the warmer seasons is advisable—one reader noted, “Whether in winter or summer, this is an extraordinary location.”

This year’s top-rated accommodation is ideally located near lesser-known skiing locations, alongside areas suitable for hiking, cycling, rafting, and horseback riding. Continue reading to explore the complete listing of the best resorts in the western United States.

1. Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico

This rejuvenated landmark—initially opened in the 1920s and recently integrated into the Auberge Resorts Collection—makes an exceptional debut at the top of the 2022 list. Once the desert estate of 19th-century French missionary Jean Baptiste Lamy, the expansive 317-acre property in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains encompasses the original 150-year-old chapel and lodge. The resort’s 100 newly renovated rooms and suites exemplify sophisticated Southwest design, complete with whitewashed kiva fireplaces, black-and-white desert photography, and a plethora of patterned textiles from Native artisans.

Score: 92.71