5. The Sagamore Resort
Perched on Green Island in Bolton Landing, New York, The Sagamore caters to families with its plentiful lodging options. The resort features 137 classic guest rooms and suites that can be found in the Historic Hotel, while more affordable rooms and suites are tucked in The Lodges. Then there are The Hermitage and Wapanak Castle, two distinct buildings usually rented out to families as well as large groups. Recent guests recommend kid-friendly amenities like the Rec Center, an all-ages activity center with Nintendo Wii and Xbox stations, arcade games and even an indoor mini-golf course. And the Lake George waterfront activities – like kayaking, canoeing and fishing – are popular pastimes, as well. After participating in outdoor pursuits, you can retreat to one of the resort’s eight on-site eateries.
6. The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
This Ritz property receives rave reviews among recent guests for its locale adjacent to the Tower City mall and its 206 luxury accommodations. Rooms are equipped with sleek flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms, fully stocked minibars, complimentary morning newspapers and picturesque views of the Cuyahoga River, Lake Erie or downtown Cleveland. And thanks to the Ritz-Carlton’s Marriott ties, you can receive extra perks by choosing to bed down here if you take part in the Marriott Bonvoy program. This Ritz’s location is ideal for city exploration: You’ll find it just down the road from two stadiums – the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and Progressive Field. When dinnertime rolls around, indulge in tasty American cuisine at TURN Bar + Kitchen. Most recent visitors report a pleasant experience all around and say the staff members are friendly and helpful. However, guests warn that this Ritz property doesn’t always meet the brand’s standards in terms of cleanliness and service.