These Hotel Restaurants Are Worth a Trip

Destination dining reaches new heights at these hotel restaurants featuring award-winning chefs and local flavors. Explore our selection in food-centric cities across the US, where eligible Card Members can enjoy benefits and special access when you book through American Express Travel® and Resy.

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Laser Wolf, the rooftop restaurant at The Hoxton Williamsburg, has wicker chairs, a patterned white bar, and views of the city.

When the right restaurant is at the right hotel, you don’t need to hit the town for destination immersion. You’re already in the thick of it. We’ve identified 15 such impeccable pairings – top-rated hotel restaurants that inspire travelers to visit and are just an elevator ride away from stylish accommodations.

Eligible Card Members can unlock a variety of benefits and savings when booking through American Express Travel and Resy. Platinum Card® Members can expect a $100 credit to use towards eligible charges, such as food and beverage, spa, or other on-property charges1 at Fine Hotels + Resorts® properties* or when staying at least two nights at The Hotel Collection properties. 

Platinum Card Members get a suite of benefits that includes daily breakfast for two and guaranteed 4pm check-out, when booking a Fine Hotels + Resorts® hotel through Amex Travel. When staying two nights or more at The Hotel Collection properties*, Platinum Card Members can also receive a room upgrade upon arrival, when available2; and 12pm check-in and late check-out, both when available.

Plus, receive up to $200 back in statement credits each year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings, or bookings of two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through American Express Travel when you pay with your eligible Platinum Card*.

Remember that Global Dining Access by Resy gives Platinum Card® Members special access to sought-after restaurants when you use the Resy app and add your eligible Card to your Resy profile. Plus, enjoy Priority Notify and early access to special experiences.*

So, pack your Amex Card, and turn your next stay into a more rewarding dine-then-unwind experience at the hotel restaurants below.

Old New York is alive and well at The Beekman, an architectural landmark built in 1881 and refreshed with custom art and bespoke furnishings. Staying here makes it easy to fantasize life as an established Manhattanite and regular at exquisite restaurants by acclaimed chefs like Daniel Boulud. After all, experiencing his cooking can be as easy as popping down to Le Gratin, an intimate take on the bouchons of his hometown of Lyon, France. Settle in for bistro classics such as deviled eggs with trout caviar and pickled onions, a Black Angus steak tartare, and moules frites as well as Lyonnais specialties like frisée salad with chicken liver, topped with a soft egg and crispy pork belly. A perfect spit-roasted chicken comes with the famous gratin dauphinois that Boulud learned to make from his mother.

The Hotel Collection
Location Charleston, SC

Frannie & the Fox at Hotel Emeline

Dating to 1852, Hotel Emeline charms with 212 rooms configured into eight exquisite yet pet-friendly room categories, plus a separate bookable home called Hank’s Loft. Custom linens, signature-scented bath goods, and bikes made just for Hotel Emeline count among the amenities. Guests are even invited to borrow the house car to better enjoy the historic city beyond the beauty of its walkable area. Expect coffee on the house every morning, beer and wine daily during the Captain’s Hour, and complimentary snacks and soft drinks in the room upon arrival. But don’t fill up – remember you have a $100 credit, which can be put towards the Frannie & The Fox. This indoor-outdoor all-day restaurant serves wood-fired Southern cuisine with an Italian accent. You’ll hear it in dishes like fresh mozzarella with giardiniera, but also Benton’s country ham; pizzas that feature burnt honey; almond cake with black currant jam and the “it” flavor that is olive oil gelato. Be sure to order something with mushrooms from nearby Raven Farms; Campanelle with a mushroom ragu, chicken skin, and confit egg yolk and lasagna bolognese with mushroom gravy make strong arguments for fungi.

Its style is called Italian Renaissance Revival, but palatial is more like it. Set on 10 acres of gardens, Commodore Perry Estate is a showcase of high ceilings, custom heirloom details, and decadent niceties, from overstuffed armchairs by windows that overlook the courtyards to stately furniture that put the emphasis on opulence. Then there are bonus features like use of the house car, a tasteful Mercedes Benz that allows guests to cruise in comfort. Speaking of taste, daily breakfast for two is included, as is a $100 credit that can be used at Lutie’s Garden Restaurant. You’ll want to get on Resy to claim a table and order your fill of elevated American fare. Local produce and house-baked breads and pastries all make guaranteed appearances on the menu, but don’t skip the exquisite and rare. If luck is with you, you might find sea urchin custard with grits, grilled Texas Camembert, Texas beef, and black cod but with Creole curry – recipes that prove a local twang can be as elegant as it is enriching.  

The Hotel Collection
Location Las Vegas, NV

Momofuku Las Vegas at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Playful, mischievous, sophisticated and bold: if all of these traits can exist in one place, it’s at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Residential-style rooms overlook the heart of The Strip and go big with artsy touches whose varied textures add visual and sensory intrigue. The pool complex with three distinct experiences has become a Vegas icon, and there are over 25 restaurants carrying the names of highly regarded chefs. Among them, one of the hottest Resy restaurants to score is Momofuku Las Vegas by David Chang. The Large Format family-style shareables please the crowds with candied walnut lobster and shrimp, a 32-ounce Australian Wagyu coulotte, and Bo Ssam slow-roasted pork shoulder. Taste what all the fuss is about when you try the famous Taiwanese pork belly buns (plus versions with fried chicken and crème fraiche), and the spicy miso ramen. With your $100 credit, the restaurant is your oyster with mignonette – coincidentally, also on the menu.

If you ever wished to be on the East and West Coast simultaneously, Dante is for you; the New York institution opened in Los Angeles in summer 2023 at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. The rooftop setting with clear views of the Hollywood Hills is distinctly SoCal, as are frescoes painted with the region’s birds and plants. The menu, however, stays true to the original claims to fame: Italian cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired eats. Wood-fired pizzas come with elevated toppings like squash blossom, zucchini, stracciatella, and pesto, and you can level up your pie, risotto, or pasta with a topping of black or white truffle. You can use the $100 credit at Dante, and take advantage of the $10 Martini Hour to sample the variety of spritzes and negronis. Your room with a bespoke mattress made for The Maybourne – wrapped in Egyptian cotton bedding and surrounded by mid-century furnishings – will be beckoning by last call.

1 Hotel South Beach is a coastal fantasy whose gorgeous rooms feature light-colored driftwood, live-edge desks, glass terrariums, and shades of sandy whites and sky blues. But if the question is which coast, there are multiple answers at the hotel’s Tala Beach, which marries Tulum and Mediterranean influences with 50,000 square feet of lush outdoor space featuring daybeds and oversized pillows. When the sun goes down, the action picks up, with live multisensory entertainment like fire dancers. Take in the boho-chic scene along with craft cocktails by award-winning director of beverage Steven Minor and shareable plates like muhammara with blistered red peppers, walnuts, sumac; grilled octopus; and grassfed strip steak with harissa dressing and za’atar fries. Find your way back to Florida with a Citrus Sunset dessert of blood orange and lemon curd pavlova, lemon sponge, and strawberry consommé. Knowing you can put the $100 credit to use at Tala Beach sweetens the deal.

In Chicago, a foodie city where culinary competition is fierce, executive chef Mari Katsumura took the helm at Cherry Circle Room to prove that the skills and creativity that earned her a Michelin star at Yugen have only grown sharper after a hiatus. Her cooking and the vibe channel 1950s-era supper clubs in a setting acclaimed for its design. Begin with housemade milk bread for the table, served with whipped ricotta, fig mostarda, port wine syrup, and onion marmalade, or dive right into a seafood tower. Larger plates include apricot chili glazed pork ribs with crunchy ramen noodles and Napa cabbage slaw, whole fried sea bass with garlic fried rice, and pasta with tableside-shaved truffle – and the $100 credit helps cover the bill. After sleeping it off in Chicago Athletic Association’s handsome digs designed by Roman & Williams, begin again with the lauded Americanized Japanese brunch, available on weekends. It’s complimentary, as this property in The Hotel Collection offers the additional benefit of daily breakfast for two.

The wild wonder of Northern California’s Sonoma Coast is on glorious display from every angle of Timber Cove Resort, which opens to two miles of coastal trails. Inside, roaring fireplaces and warm woods from the original 1960s design set a cozy vibe. Rooms and suites also throw it back to the mid-century with Crosley LP record players and rustic furnishings, plus balconies with ocean or forest views. The resort is known for its scavenger hunt; however you won’t have to search hard for something special at Coast Kitchen. The staff have already done the work, sourcing seasonal produce and wines from this lauded region. Put your $100 credit towards a feast starting with charcuterie boards of cured meats, cheeses, smoked trout chowder, mountain view pork chops, and roasted chicken with bruleed figs. Finish off with a taste of the sea … salt, that is. The sea salt chocolate tart is made in a crust of almonds and oats, and hazelnuts keep the feel as toasty as those fires. For an exceptional occasion, reserve Coast Commune for a private meal for up to 13, seated around a table handmade from a single redwood tree.

In a city of power players, it’s a power move to entrust yourself to an omakase master and then retire to some of the largest, stateliest rooms and suites on Pennsylvania Avenue. We’re referring to the historic Old Post Office that now houses Waldorf Astoria Washington DC and chef Daisuke Nakazawa’s stark, intimate counter at Sushi Nakazawa. Every day, he and his team set their imaginations free with fresh seafood from the world’s oceans. They guide diners through the creation process of each impeccable bite; there are roughly 20 over two hours, along with sake, Japanese whisky, and elegant teas. This bespoke experience is in high demand, so set a Notify; bookings open at noon EST 14 days in advance. Choose dining room seating, presented in a seven-course format, or upgrade to counter seating and service directly from the chef.

Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location Charleston, South Carolina

The Charleston Grill at The Charleston Place

Overlooking a picturesque downtown street, The Charleston Place channels Southern estate grandeur without feeling stuffy: chandelier lighting, tasteful dark wood furnishings, marble floors, heavy draperies, and warm hospitality that extends to four-legged friends. The hotel has a worthy restaurant in The Charleston Grill, a fine-dining destination for Low Country cooking with live jazz. Use the $100 credit to indulge in dishes that honor the makers of the South and techniques of the French, accented with global flourishes. Beef tartare is served with kimchi aioli and coconut-chili crisp; a porcelet rib rack with a cider bourbon reduction comes with miso-maple sweet potato. For a refreshing end note, try the yuzu cheesecake with a rice puff crust. It all adds up to accolades including Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four Diamond, and Distinguished Restaurant of North America designations.

For the best views of Manhattan, leave Manhattan. And for one of the city’s best meals, try to snag a spot at Laser Wolf – from out of state, out of this country, and practically out of this world. James Beard Award-winner, cookbook author, and ambassador of Israeli cuisine chef Michael Solomonov has brought his winning Philadelphia shipudiya or “skewer house” concept to The Hoxton, Williamsburg. Meals start with a salatim spread of dips like the habit-forming hummus and kale baba ghanoush, plus snacks (Turkish Brussels sprouts, Moroccan carrots, and Gigante Beans Piyaz). Use the $100 credit toward splurge-worthy mains like live coal-cooked chicken, salmon, or steak shishlik, koftas, koobidehs, and kebabs and add on a la carte dishes like roasted beet salad with sour cherry. It’s an ambitious meal, and a setting that encourages you to linger. All tables offer uninterrupted views of the East River and Manhattan skyline; be sure to specify if you prefer kitchen counter or table seating.

While the name of this celebrated French bistro at L’Ermitage has changed to L’Restaurant, it still invites gourmets to dine per its former moniker – avec nous, or “with us.” Longtime fans can expect the same sleek décor with subdued lighting and cooking that continues to champion California’s bounty. After waking in your suite with a balcony and lounge area, eventually you’ll be craving breakfast, which is complimentary for two people daily, one of the Fine Resorts + Resorts benefits. Tear yourself away and take your pick from savory, say, charred broccoli and cheddar omelets, or sweet, crunchy brioche French toast with cranberry and tonka bean crème anglaise. Come dinnertime, use your $100 credit back at L’Restaurant for hearty specialties like pan-roasted duck breast and confit leg with spiced persimmon and black garlic spaetzle and housemade pasta with seasonal embellishments like delicata squash and pomegranate.

A National Historic Landmark, one block from the Tennessee State Capitol, The Hermitage Hotel played a key role in moments such as ratifying women’s right to vote. Its Beaux-Arts design heritage is impressive too; rooms that meld traditional Southern and modern aesthetics, and there are vaulted ceilings and original oak floors in public spaces like Drusie & Darr, chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s debut in the South. It welcomes all comers to experience modern American fare that shifts with the seasons – emphasizing locally sourced meat, fish, and vegetables prepared on a wood-fired grill. For a double header, drop by Vongerichten’s The Pink Hermit, a more casual spot inspired by Italian café culture, for pastries or zingy salads. You can use the $100 credit at either venue.

The Hotel Collection
Location Seattle, Washington

Six Seven Restaurant at The Edgewater Hotel

Trade waterfront for over-water at The Edgewater Hotel, which hovers over Elliott Bay and delivers uninterrupted views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain. Rooms are outfitted with gas fireplaces in cozy sitting areas, and the sense of place is stronger still at Six Seven Restaurant, where seasonal cuisine and wines showcase the region’s bounty. Toast your getaway with hard-to-find bottles from California, Oregon, and Washington, or try concoctions like the ‘Syn Smash, which mixes house-made select barrel bourbon with basil, raspberry, and lemon. Indulge in West Coast oysters, Cedar Plank King Salmon with truffle cream, mushrooms, and lardons, and a bouillabaisse that incorporates scallops, prawns, black cod, mussels, and clams. Also hyperlocal: roasted Skagit Valley chicken and an apple tart made with the state’s finest fruit. You can use the $100 credit at Six Seven and swing by for complimentary daily breakfast for two, an additional benefit provided at this property in The Hotel Collection.

Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location Miami, Florida

Rao’s Miami Beach Restaurant at Loews Miami Beach Hotel

Rao’s Miami Beach Restaurant is in the heart of South Beach, with tropical breezes and art deco for days. But the kitchen takes its cues from the original Rao’s in Harlem, which opened in 1898 and is still a notoriously hot date. Many of the four tables and six booths are pre-reserved for longtime regulars. Here, you’ve got better odds of savoring home-style Neapolitan favorites served on white tablecloths that will inevitably be covered in Rao’s red sauce. Get right into it with meatballs and fritto misto, then consider chicken, veal chops, or eggplant parmesan. Milanese, piccata, and scarpariello are available, along with pasta, grilled chops, and steaks. Unlike in NYC, where the evening’s menu is announced tableside, in Miami you can peruse your choices beforehand, ideally from the comforts of Loews Miami Beach Hotel, where the blue-and-white color scheme and views will remind you that the ocean as well as your table is waiting. 

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