Luxury hotels in Americas
Our 2026 ranking covers 152 luxury hotels across 23 countries in the Americas, from Patagonia to the Canadian Rockies. Maroma, A Belmond Hotel on the Riviera Maya tops the list with a 9.8/10 score, followed by Rosewood Le Guanahani (9.1) in St Barths and Rosewood Mayakoba (9.1) in Mexico. Browse the top-rated 5-star hotels in the Americas with verified scores, nightly rates, and brand details.
THE RANKING
Hotels ranked by score
BEST IN CATEGORY · AMERICAS
Category leaders
Ambiance
10.0
Amangiri
Canyon Point at Lake Powell, United States · Aman
Rooms
9.9
Amangiri
Canyon Point at Lake Powell, United States · Aman
Location
9.9
Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel
Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil · Belmond
Value
9.9
Park Hyatt Chicago
Chicago, United States · Park Hyatt
Service
9.8
Rosewood Le Guanahani
Saint Barthelemy, Saint Barthelemy · Rosewood
Food
9.4
Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club
Surfside, United States · Four Seasons
BROWSE BY COUNTRY
Countries in Americas
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the best luxury hotel in the Americas in 2026?
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel on Mexico's Riviera Maya ranks first with a 9.8/10 score. Rates start at $199/night, making it one of the better-value top-tier resorts in the region. Rosewood Le Guanahani in St Barths and Rosewood Mayakoba tie for second at 9.1/10.
How much does a 5-star hotel in the Americas cost per night?
Nightly rates range from $189 at The Roosevelt New Orleans (Waldorf Astoria) to $9,450 at Amangiri in Utah. Caribbean properties like Jumby Bay start around $3,200/night, while top Mexican resorts begin near $199. Expect to pay $500–$1,500/night for most highly-rated options.
Which country in the Americas has the most luxury hotels?
Mexico leads with 18 ranked luxury hotels, including the region's top performer, Maroma. Canada follows with 6 properties and Peru with 4. Mexico also offers the widest price range, with 5-star stays starting at $199/night.
Is Amangiri worth $9,450 per night?
Amangiri is the most expensive hotel in the Americas, set on 600 acres in the Utah desert with private pavilions and direct access to slot canyons. The price reflects extreme seclusion and bespoke service rather than on-site amenities alone. It suits travelers prioritizing privacy and landscape over beach or urban settings.
When is the best time to visit luxury resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico?
December through April offers the driest weather and lowest hurricane risk across the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. Rates peak over Christmas and Easter, so mid-January and late April typically balance good weather with lower pricing. Hurricane season runs June to November, when many properties discount 30–50%.
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