Recommended Accommodation for United States
Below are our recommended places to stay for United States. We'd love to add more. If you've traveled to United States and have a recommended hotel, hostel, B&B or inn that would be great for a solo traveler, please submit it by completing this form. We'll then add your suggestion to this page. In fact, if you have any places you've stayed anywhere in the world that you loved as a solo traveler, please submit them via this form. As everyone shares everyone benefits.
To Help Make Your US Trip Great
- Take a Hop On, Hop Off Bus tour in New York City, Chicago, Washington, San Francisco, Las Vegas, or Miami. There's usually a discount for buying online.
- The New York City Pass will save you money on many of New York's top attractions and museums. There are also city passes for San Francisco and a variety of other American cities.
- New York City Central Park Tours including bike tours, pedicabs and horse and carriage tours.
- Urban Adventures puts together some really interesting walking tours of New York City like Brewed in Brooklyn, Beyond Broadway, and Neighborhood Eats.
- Get your Lonely Planet travel guide for the United States.
- See what Viator has to help you save on attractions and day tours.
And now, the suggested hotels, hostels, B&Bs and Inns organized alphabetically by city...
Willowood Inn
This inn is small, friendly and kitschy. The area is loaded with outdoor activities, art events and general charm. Each room is themed. All are equipped with VHS players and you can rent movies from the office for a dollar. It's the antidote to both impersonal hotel chains and expensive boutique hotels that offer great atmosphere but are way out of the budget for broke wanderers like me. Just outside the home of Ringling Bros. Circus and a short mile or so away from Devils Lake State Park, it's centered in one of the loveliest areas in Wisconsin and makes you feel at home while you're visiting.
S5509 WI-123 Trunk
Baraboo, WI
53913
United States
Tel: 608 356 5474
Type: Inn
Price range: $51 to $100
Included: breakfast, WiFi, fire pit
Party place: No
Doubletree Guest Suites Boston
It is clean and bright with spacious suites and kitchenette facilities. Also, customer service is excellent. If you haven’t brought your laptop, there are four PCs at your disposal in the large lobby.
400 Soldiers Field Road
Boston
Massachusets
United States 02134-1893
Tel: 617-783-0090
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: $151 to $200
What’s included: WiFi
A party place: No
Bedford Village Inn
Incredibly comfortable, luxuriously-appointed rooms. Beautifully presented, delicious cuisine. And there’s an on-site wine bar. Gorgeous setting. I will never forget returning to my room at night to find a fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie on the nightstand.
2 Olde Bedford Way
Bedford
New Hampshire
United States
Tel: 603-472-2001
Type: Luxury Inn
Price range: $150 to 400
What’s included: you decide
A party place: No
Submitted by: Solo Traveler
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Nauset House Inn
This is very well kept inn in a historic home with great owners. There’s a full homemade breakfast included. Walk a mile to the beach. They have four rooms that, even in season, are under $100, with a shared bath. Other rooms are more expensive, but the rooms under $100 are great for someone traveling solo. Three have full beds, one is twin. The same family has owned Nauset House for many years. I stayed there twice last year, once in season and once out of season.
143 Beach Road
East Orleans,
Cape Cod, MA
2643
US
Tel: 508 255 2195
Type: B & B
Price range: $51 to $100
Included: breakfast, wine, juice, cheese late afternoon
Party place: No
NotSo Hostel
Great price and location for making exploring Charleston a breeze. Located in a safe area, friendly atmosphere, and free private parking.
156 Spring Street
Charleston
South Carolina
United States 29403
Tel: 843-722-8383
Type: Hostel
Price: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
Submitted by: Say Hello To America
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IHSP Chicago Hostel
The location is amazing, walking distance from awesome shops, bars, and the metro system. The building is great, very cozy, warm, welcoming. There’s a pool table and there are computers and a shared kitchen. The dorms are nice and clean. The staff is great. And every traveler that I met there was awesome and became a lifelong friend.
1616 North Damen
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60647
Tel: 1-304-268-8981
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: Yes
Billie’s Backpacker Hostel
This place feels less like a hostel and more like staying with a friend’s grandma - right down to the hot cocoa and the friendly pugs who hang out in the living room.
2895 Mack Blvd.
Fairbanks
Alaska
United States 99709
Tel: 1-907-479-2277
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: WiFi
A party place: No
Magnolia Place B&B
You will feel welcome and cared for at this beautiful B&B surrounded by vineyards. The hosts are friendly, helpful, inviting and knowledgeable about the area. The place is impeccably clean, and comfortable. And they offer a delicious breakfast after which on the huge front porch you can enjoy your morning coffee.
5240 Route 414
Hector
New York
United States
Tel: 607-546-5338
You can book it here.
Email: contact@magnoliawelcome.com
Type: B&B
Price range: $150 to $200
What’s included: breakfast
A party place: No
Submitted by: Solo Traveler
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Kauai Beach House Hostel
I arrived late at night and awoke to a sunrise out the window at the foot of my bed. The women's dorm has a deck off it overlooking the ocean. They have one private room as well and mixed dorms. When they are overbooked (which is often) they have beds and couches in the common area for people. It seems they don't want to turn anyone away. There are good kitchen facilities and common spaces. It's kept very clean. The only drawback was the lack of lockers though they said that was in the plans. I would definitely stay there again. Read: Budget Accommodation in Kauai: Four Ways to Stay
4-1552 Kuhio Hwy.
Kapaa, Kauai
Hawaii
96746-1830
Tel: 808-652-8162
Type: hostel
Price range: Under $50
What’s included: beach, kitchen, WiFi
A party place: Sometimes but it didn't bother me.
Submitted by: Janice, Solo Traveler
Hollywood Orchid Suites
Great location! It’s just one minute to Hollywood Blvd. Efficiency units with bedroom, lounge and kitchen. It’s clean, convenient and affordable.
1753 Orchid Avenue
Hollywood
Los Angeles
California
90028
United States
Tel: 8749678
Type: Inn
Price range: $101 to $150
Included: beach/pool
Party place: No
Chelsea Star
I stayed in one of the apartments, but toured the attached hostel as well. Great location, friendly, helpful staff, great range of room options, incredibly reasonable prices for NYC.
300 West 30th Street @ 8th Avenue
New York
New York
United States
Tel: 877-827-6969
Type: Hostel / Budget Hotel
Price range: $60 to $400
What’s included: WiFi
A party place: No
The Pollard Hotel
It is charming and so well run. I love the fireplace and the leather chairs by the back entrance. The “History Room” gives lots of just that in the form of old photographs and artifacts. But it’s also modern. There’s a spa in the basement and internet everywhere in the hotel. The dining room is perfect for breakfast or for any meal. The food is good.
2 N Broadway Ave
Red Lodge
Montana
United States 59068
Tel: 1-406-446-0001
Type: Inn
Price range: $101 to $150
What’s include: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
Submitted by: Bacon is Magic
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Village Inn and Pub
While building the Inn, the owners restored the 1930 beach cottage and designed the Inn around it to integrate the architecture of the neighborhood and the facade of the cottage. The Inn was built around the existing giant live oaks that inhabit the Island and not one limb was removed or destroyed. Most of the 28 rooms have a quaint balcony with a view of the pool and courtyard that is filled with colorful flowers and bright native foliage or a view of the historical Village. The Pub is welcoming and has live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The clientele is a mixture of visitors to the Inn and locals, mostly over 50 years young.
500 Mallery Street
Saint Simons Island, GA
31522
Tel: 888-635-6111
Type: Inn
Price range: $151 to $200
What’s included: wifi, beach/pool
A party place: No
Submitted by: Lin Clark
San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf Hostel
This hostel has an absolutely fabulous location. In a national park near the water with views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge from the property, it’s also about a 15-minute walk to Fisherman’s Wharf. Breakfast is basic with bagels, toast and juice. But the organic coffee is fantastic. There’s good quality WiFi and nice common areas. The rooms and bathrooms are adequate. The lockers in the rooms are under the beds but there are also lockers in the hall so you may want two locks for this place. They provide sheets and towels. Don’t miss out on the 50%-off, bike-rental coupon they have.
240 Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA
94123
Tel: 415-771-7277
You can book it here.
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
The Viceroy
The Viceroy is a great hotel and is centrally located in Santa Monica. It has an amazing design and décor. It’s got a pool, and free WiFi. It’s great for solo travelers because it has plenty of space to be social but it’s also perfect for spending time alone.
1819 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica
California
United States 90401
Tel: 310-260-7500
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: Over $200
What’s included: WiFi, beach/pool
A party place: Yes
Submitted by: A Lady in London
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HI-DC
This hostel is fantastic. Ideally located for walking to all of DC’s top sights. They run guided tours, notable sight visits and dinner evenings - all for free. Well, you should tip the guides. You get a free breakfast - bagels, toast, cereal, fruit - enough to give you a good start to the day. There is a good, self-catering kitchen with lots of utensils and plenty of fridge/cupboard space. There are even a couple of vending machines in the dining room.
The staff are friendly and very helpful. Local maps of all the sights and important things like nearest shops and good eateries are on the front desk. Wifi is free and there are cheap computer terminals for those who are technology-less.
There is a lift to all floors although it’s very slow! The rooms are clean, comfortable and have good-size lockers and good amount of power outlets. The bathrooms are large, communal, always clean and with constant hot water.
This was the first hostel I’d ever stayed in on my own. It is the hostel where I met good friends that I’m still in contact with today. The staff make you feel like part of the family and with a piano and guitar in the corner to play, the library to chill in, and the tv room with insanely comfortable seats, it is just the perfect place to stay!
1009 -11th Street NW
Washington
DC
United States 20001
Tel: 1-202-737-2333
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
Submitted by: It’s my Life to Lead
AMC Huts and Lodges
Offers hut to hut or lodge hiking in the spectacular White Mts NH. Free lectures (and activities for kids included,) magnificent scenery and educated helpful staff. Huts are hostel style and lodges offer bunkspace and/or private rooms w shared bathroom and showers. Wonderful meals served family style included in all stays!
White Mountains, NH
Tel: 617-523-0655
Type: hostel
Price range: $51 to $100
What’s included: breakfast, dinner
A party place: No
Submitted by: Mary Phalen
Chicago Getaway Hostel
The Chicago Getaway Hostel has comfortable public areas with pool tables, computers, guitars, and even a hot chocolate vending machine. The rooms are nice with plenty of space. There’s free breakfast and lots of social events. Staff is around 24/7 so you can always get information on anything you want to do in the city.
616 W Arlington Pl
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60614
Tel: 773-929-5380
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: WiFi
A party place: No
Rosewood Inn B&B
Charming Victorian home retaining all its original character. Suzanne is such a welcoming host. They have customers who come back again and again. Lovely breakfast in the beautifully preserved dining room under a Steuben chandelier.
134 East First Street
Corning
New York
United States
Tel: 1-607-962-3253
You can book it here.
Email: stay@rosewoodinn.com
Type: B&B
Price range: $150 to $200
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
Submitted by: Solo Traveler
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Hana Travaasa
Hana Travaasa is on 70 acres of lush tropical lands. It offers wellness classes and outdoor adventure activities such as horseback riding. Each cottage has a terrace with ocean views.
5031 Hana Hwy
Hana
Hawaii
United States 96713
Tel: 888-820-1043
Type: Resort
Price range: Over $200
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi, beach/pool, wheelchair accessible
A party place: No
HI Waikiki
Very clean, very secure hostel. The dorms are comfortable and the kitchen and common room are fine. It's a very-well managed hostel but lacks personality. It makes up for this with it's location as it's just a couple of blocks off the beach.
2417 Prince Edward St.
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815
Type: hostel
Price range: Under $50
What’s included: beach, kitchen, WiFi
A party place: No
Submitted by: Janice, Solo Traveler
Heron House
Charming hosts Michael and Roman take very good care of their guests. Heron house is far enough off the beaten track to be quiet and still close enough to walk everywhere. Very clean and pretty.
Heron House
412 Frances St.
Key west
Florida
United States 33040
Tel: 800-932-9119
Type: Inn
Price range: Over $200
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi, beach/pool
A party place: No
Norwegian Epic
You haven't asked about cruises but this is noteworthy. Norwegian has discovered the niche market of solo travelers. On the Epic and other ships, they dedicate over 100 small, inside cabins, to "solos." Most important, all of the solo travelers are invited to hang out at "Studio Lounge". Every night at 6pm people gather and make plans for the evening and shore excursions. Even better, the cost is very affordable compared to other cruises and many other vacation modes.
Miami
United States
Type: Cruise Ship
Price range: $101 to $150
Included: all meals, beach/pool, wheelchair accessible
Party place: No
Dream Downtown
Amazing location, great customer service, best pool to enjoy Spring & Summer in NYC. A few steps away is the world famous Meatpacking District with all the shopping, restaurants, museums, parks, and the High Line. Cool rooftop PH-D on-site. Walking distance to Tao Downtown.
355 W 16th St
New York, NY
10011
Tel: 212-229-2559
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: Over $200
What’s included: Wifi, beach/pool
A party place: Yes
Submitted by: Melis Akiz
The Cozy Inn
Small room but VERY clean. Perfect for a single with mini frig & microwave. Convenient to tourist spots in St. A. Car can be parked right in front of room. Staff very nice and helpful with dining suggestions. Stayed there just 2 weeks ago and loved it.
202 San Marco Ave.
Saint Augustine, FL
32084
Type: Inn
Price range: $100 to $150
What’s included: wifi
A party place: No
Submitted by: Elaine Cox Jones
USA Hostel
Great location, 15-minutes walk from most transportation hubs. The rooms are a little tight, but the ambience makes up for it. I particularly like their little reading room.
726 5th Ave
San Diego
California
United States 92101
Tel: 619-232-3100
Type: Hostel
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: Yes
Hotel Santa Fe
Hotel Santa Fe has a special story to tell. The majority of this hotel belongs to the Native Indian tribe of the “Picuris-Pueblo” and despite its size (Hotel, Hacienda & Spa!) does a good job of blending in with the existing surrounding adobe house structures that make Santa Fe such a unique place. All around the hotel you will find traces of the First Peoples of North America starting from a local language welcome above the hotel’s entrance to locally fitted spa treatments all the way to a large variety of inspiring Indian poems that room service liked to leave on my bed each day. Beautiful: I love little details such as these! They make a place unique.
1501 Paseo de Peralta
Santa Fe
New Mexico
87501
United States
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: $101 to $150
Included: breakfast, WiFi, beach/pool
Party place: No
Flanigan's Inn
For a visit to Zion National Park, there is no better place to stay than Flanigan's. It is a 10 minute walk to the park entrance, and also a stop on the free town shuttle. The property has several buildings scattered about, affording a peaceful atmosphere. There is a pool, hot tub, laundry and a hilltop labyrinth that is perfect for a walking meditation. The on-site spa is also a special treat after a long day of hiking! Guests of the hotel also enjoy a discount on the breakfast buffet at the on-site restaurant - price is just $4.99, which is a great deal!
450 Zion Park Blvd
Springdale, UT
84767
Tel: 800-765-7787
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: $151 to $200
What’s included: Wifi, beach/pool
A party place: No
Submitted by: Campfires and Concierges
International Guest House
A lovely Victorian home close to DC transportation with nice and friendly staff. Lower level has fridge, snacks, TV and games. It’s staffed by volunteers and is very clean in a safe neighborhood. Great for singles. It’s inexpensive and includes breakfast and evening tea.
International Guest House
1441 Kennedy St NW
Washington
DC
United States 20011-6824
Tel: 202-726-5808
You can book it here.
Email: igh-dc@juno.com
Type: B&B
Price range: Less than $50
What’s included: breakfast, WiFi
A party place: No
Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel
Once you're here, you don't need a car. It's a pleasant walk or quick bus shuttle ride to Colonial Williamsburg attractions. The hotel often has specials that include admission tickets to events and museums. I've found it to be safe, comfortable, friendly and have always enjoyed my solo visits to this hotel. Would be most appealing to a mature person.
Colonial Williamsburg
Williamsburg
VA
23187
United States
Tel: 1 855 737 6423
Type: Boutique Hotel
Price range: $51 to $100
Included: breakfast, beach/pool, shuttle service
Party place: No