{"id":1979583,"date":"2026-06-09T00:51:26","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T21:51:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1979583"},"modified":"2026-06-09T00:51:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T21:51:26","slug":"the-best-u-s-national-park-hotels-to-visit-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1979583","title":{"rendered":"The Best U.S. National Park Hotel\u2019s To Visit This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<figure id=\"attachment_409345\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409345\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409345 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGrAQMAAABqgLQIAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T+1tB6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgDIcbAAEnbF1FAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/699121619_1593458569454961_2624515541204003325_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/699121619_1593458569454961_2624515541204003325_n.jpeg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/699121619_1593458569454961_2624515541204003325_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/699121619_1593458569454961_2624515541204003325_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"427\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409345\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/699121619_1593458569454961_2624515541204003325_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409345\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tioga Pass allows people that chance to explore Yosemite\u2019s breathtaking High Country. | Image: Rush Creek Lodge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_1 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>School graduations are happening across the country, which means that the dream summer vacation is almost here.<\/strong> The United States is blessed with amazing and beautiful national parks, and some of them feature some of the best hotels in the world. They feature some of the best lodging, amenities, and dining options any guest could want.<\/p>\n<div class=\"detail-page__content detail-page__content-first-comp\">\n<p><strong>What makes these hotels even better is their location.<\/strong> They are not an hour away from trailheads or the front gates of national parks; instead, they are located right there, or just minutes from the great outdoor adventures. Each one of these hotels is a <a href=\"https:\/\/guide.michelin.com\/us\/en\/article\/travel\/best-hotels-near-national-parks-usa?hashed_email=327690b0a1738f904de34aeb0612243c34de60bd59f3dbd7adb9701821586521&amp;utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=260605_B2C_NL_US_Parks&amp;utm_term=pos1_travelarticle&amp;imoReporting=pos1&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawSQKR9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpbXBGOUNFdUtFM0ZjUng3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHh7Pc6TlUnRFi5BnZ1Y9XdxDOsvPfXMKHEQatCMYI_ZMcJX23TXGM3DIb3ZL_aem_TAavwgsbU8mPmEmUOdqMWg\">Michelin<\/a>-selected hotel, which means guests can expect to be staying at a top-notch location. For those hitting the road this summer, here are some of the best hotels in the world that are close to U.S. national parks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/the-9-best-north-american-ski-areas-to-visit-in-the-summer\/\"><em><strong>The 9 Best North American Ski Areas to Visit in the Summer<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lionsbackresort.com\/\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">Lionsback Resort<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"color: #ff0000\">\u2014 Moab, Utah<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409321\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409321\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409321 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGrAQMAAABqgLQIAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T+1tB6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgDIcbAAEnbF1FAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?resize=1200%2C801&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"427\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409321\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/564371910_18058966121442194_956554741562798627_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409321\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">When evening light paints the land, design speaks. This is Lionsback: balance, texture, and harmony\u2014not imposed, but revealed. | Image: Lionsback Resort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovermoab.com\/\">Moab<\/a> is a small town that features big-time scenery and is less than five minutes away from Lionsback Resort in Utah.<\/strong> Here, dramatic crimson cliffs meet the refreshing embrace of the Colorado River, creating a stunning backdrop for adventure. The resort redefines the Moab experience with private, design-forward whole-home vacation rentals set against Utah\u2019s most iconic desert landscape. Lionsback is crafted for guests seeking tranquility, trail access, and a more elevated way to explore Moab.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Moab\u2019s diverse trails promise unforgettable experiences that cater to every skill level.<\/strong> The resort features easy access to nearby Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and Sand Flats Recreation Area. Lionshead Resort offers custom-planned adventure packages tailored to its guests\u2019 interests and itineraries.<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-span-full txt-1 lg:col-span-1 mb-6 md:mb-8 lg:mb-10 xl:mb-11 last:mb-0 flex gap-x-5\">\n<p><strong>Guests can choose from a variety of outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and off-roading trails within the 9,000+ acre Sand Flats Recreation Area.<\/strong> It has direct access to the famed Mill Creek Trail and Hells Revenge 4\u00d74 Trail for some of the world\u2019s most adventurous terrain. For those who do not want to leave the comforts of the resort, there is an on-site trail system for roaming and biking through the resort.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1n2onr6 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 xdt5ytf x2lah0s x193iq5w xp6pnuw x160xiiu\"><strong>Lionshead has 175 acres of land that gives guests that feeling of being truly out in nature and taking in the high desert lifestyle.<\/strong> The property\u2019s 188 casitas offer contemporary residences that come with chef\u2019s kitchens, private hot tubs and floor-to-ceiling windows that make red rock feel like wallpaper.<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rushcreeklodge.com\/\">Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite<\/a> \u2014 Yosemite, California<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409323\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409323\" style=\"width: 1430px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409323 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGEAQMAAACcegPrAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADVJREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T20PBxQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABvBnrEAAHt+EDcAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"388\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C388&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?w=1430&amp;ssl=1 1430w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?resize=1200%2C728&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C466&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"388\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409323\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/496345656_18501539680031561_6827488077031090869_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C388&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"388\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409323\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Glacier Point Road at Yosemite is perched 3,200 feet above the valley floor. This iconic viewpoint is a must-see if you want to feel on top of the world. | Image: Rush Creek Lodge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_2 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Over four million people visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/yose\/index.htm\">Yosemite National Park<\/a> each year, making it one of the most visited parks in the United States.<\/strong> Just a half mile outside the Highway 120 West entrance of Yosemite, visitors will find Rush Creek Lodge, a hidden gem that allows guests to have their own backstage pass to the national park.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The lodge\u2019s many amenities are designed to create an outstanding getaway for kids and adults alike.<\/strong> It features a Yosemite-inspired spa, local nature trails, an amazing restaurant and tavern, a charming general store, a swimming pool area, guided Yosemite adventures, and daily onsite activities. Rush Creek Lodge opened in 2016 and has 143 rooms that are a combination of suites and hillside villas that are spread throughout the trees.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rush Creek\u2019s onsite Recreation Team provides Yosemite tours, daily activities, and free planning advice.<\/strong> Guests can choose from dozens of Yosemite excursions that include everything from driving tours of the park\u2019s most iconic spots to more adventurous hikes, fly fishing, overnight backpacking, and even airplane rides over the Park.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ofland.com\/\">Ofland Escalante<\/a> \u2014 Escalante, Utah<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409327\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409327\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409327 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGrAQMAAABqgLQIAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T+1tB6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgDIcbAAEnbF1FAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=1200%2C801&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1026&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"427\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409327\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/492023582_1332401298341850_7059807502495950177_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409327\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">One lodging option is staying in Vintage Airstreams, which have been transformed into unique guest suites with modern comforts, skylights, and plenty of space to spread out. | Image: Ofland Escalante<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Ofland Escalante is one of the more unique resorts on this list, and its 22 acres are surrounded by the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.<\/strong> This resort has a wide variety of lodging options, like modern cabins, restored vintage airstreams, or campsites, that all have luxurious amenities and expansive views. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/brca\/index.htm\">Bryce Canyon National Park<\/a> is located about 45 minutes away, but the resort itself is the perfect place to experience America\u2019s greatest western landscapes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Guests who choose to stay in an Airstream are in for a treat.<\/strong> The camper features full access to a spa-quality shared bathhouse, fully stocked and complete with heated outdoor showers. Ofland Esclante\u2019s hotel has private outdoor showers, a drive-in movie theater, an oversized pool and hot tub, and countless Southern Utah activities close to the hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Guests can hike to a slot canyon or waterfall, drive Utah\u2019s All-American Scenic Byway 12 (one of the most beautiful roads in the U.S.), or ride horseback through Bryce Canyon National Park.<\/strong> This year, Ofland Escalante joined the ranks as one of the few boutique outdoor-centric hotels recognized by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/top-500-hotels-2026-11945094\"><em>Travel + Leisure\u2019s 500 World\u2019s Best Hotels Awards<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockywatersinn.com\/\">Rocky Waters Inn<\/a> \u2014 Gatlinburg, Tennessee\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409325\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409325\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409325 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGsAQMAAAB3hYSwAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20KP6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADga4dsAAF0zHvyAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"428\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/475348045_482189911609517_7016102738106445644_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C428&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/475348045_482189911609517_7016102738106445644_n.jpeg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/475348045_482189911609517_7016102738106445644_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/475348045_482189911609517_7016102738106445644_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"428\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409325\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/475348045_482189911609517_7016102738106445644_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C428&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"428\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409325\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The sound of the river flowing is nature\u2019s song \u2013 and here, from your private chambers, it can be heard all day\/night long. | Image: Historic Rocky Waters Inn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_4 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Located in the heart of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/grsm\/index.htm\">Great Smoky Mountains<\/a>, Rocky Waters Inn sits directly on the Little Pigeon River in downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.<\/strong> The resort is an adults-only retreat steeped in history, with the intent to allow guests to slow down, relax, and enjoy nature. No two rooms are the same at the inn, but all are located close to the water and a peace rooted in the past. The inn\u2019s Heirloom Room restaurant features Appalachian dry-aged meats and small-batch bourbons.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Great Smoky Mountains are America\u2019s most-visited national park and are just a short drive from the inn.<\/strong> The park offers hundreds of miles of trails, scenic drives, waterfalls, and wildlife viewing; it\u2019s a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of the Smokies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For nature lovers who like to explore, the park itself covers over 800 square miles in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.<\/strong> No other area of equal size in a temperate climate can match the park\u2019s amazing diversity. There are over 19,000 species that have been documented in the park, and scientists believe an additional 80,000-100,000 species may live here.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a href=\"https:\/\/retreat.homesteadmodern.com\/\">The Bungalows<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Joshua Tree, California<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409329\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409329\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409329 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGrAQMAAABqgLQIAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADhJREFUeNrtwTEBAAAAwqD1T+1tB6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADgDIcbAAEnbF1FAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"427\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409329\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/480582610_608546905303362_5485590436466843068_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409329\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The golden sunsets at The Bungalows are unmatched in Joshua Tree. | Image: Retreat by Homestead Modern\u2019s Bungalows<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>The Bungalows are 14 renovated mid-century post-and-beam-style suites located in the historic <a href=\"https:\/\/jtrcc.org\/\">Joshua Tree Retreat Center<\/a> in California.<\/strong> This 150+ acre retreat is situated a few minutes\u2019 drive from the national park and is home to the Mentalphysics Spiritual Teaching and Retreat Center, as well as the largest known collection of buildings by the architect Lloyd Wright, son of Frank Lloyd Wright.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The retreat\u2019s 14 rooms, studios, and suites share three structures; each one feels like a freestanding mid-century home, complete with full-length windows that stretch from the concrete floors to the post-and-beam ceilings.<\/strong> They also come with kitchenettes or full kitchens, plus a pantry that can be stocked with groceries and coffee. There\u2019s communal outdoor space, including fire pits and grills, and each unit has its own private patio with a far-ranging view of the austere landscape. It is surrounded by serene desert landscapes and offers a peaceful stay while being only minutes from Joshua Tree Village, the national park, and Pioneertown.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/jotr\/index.htm\">Joshua Tree National Park<\/a> covers nearly 800,000 acres of mystical beauty and is renowned for its serene landscape of sweeping granite monoliths and boulder formations, perfect for meditation and exploration.<\/strong> The Bungalows are conveniently located just a few miles from Joshua Tree Village and the park\u2019s west entrance.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinnatlittlewashington.com\/\">The Inn at Little Washington<\/a> \u2014 Washington, Virginia<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_409334\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409334\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409334 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAHNAQMAAAC0LVhPAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADtJREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T20ON6AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACODZHdAAHOz6BaAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"461\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C461&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=300%2C216&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=1200%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=768%2C553&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1106&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"461\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-409334\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/588361900_1298630138971693_3987845526953881167_n.jpeg?resize=640%2C461&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"461\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-409334\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">For over four decades, The Inn at Little Washington has been a culinary sanctuary, a dreamlike escape born from the vision of Chef Patrick O\u2019Connell. | Image: The Inn at Little Washington<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Nestled in the foothills of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitroanokeva.com\/region\/blue-ridge-mountains\/\">Blue Ridge Mountains<\/a>, <\/strong>The Inn became the first in America to earn two five-star awards from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbestravelguide.com\/hotels\/northern-virginia-virginia\/the-inn-at-little-washington\">Mobil\/Forbes Travel Guides<\/a>, one for its restaurant and one for accommodations, and also received two five-diamond awards from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaa.com\/travelinfo\/virginia\/washington\/hotels\/the-inn-at-little-washington-58275.html\">AAA<\/a>\u00a0and two stars from the <a href=\"https:\/\/guide.michelin.com\/us\/en\/district-of-columbia\/washington-dc\/restaurant\/the-inn-at-little-washington\">Michelin Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For those looking for a summer escape to explore the Virginia Countryside, this culinary gem should be on your list.<\/strong> It features a one-night stay in one of its 23 luxurious accommodations, complete with a three-Michelin-star-rated dinner for two and a complimentary breakfast the next morning. The rooms and suites are decorated in English theatrical style with heavy drapery, antiques, and hand-painted ceilings. Breakfast is served in-room or in the Terrace Room, and afternoon tea is a traditional daily event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Inn at Little Washington, which was once a humble garage in a tiny Virginia town, has transformed into a world-renowned culinary destination since its founding in 1978.<\/strong> World-renowned chef Patrick O\u2019Connell has been recognized as a pioneer and \u201cthe Pope\u201d of American cuisine.\u00a0Chef O\u2019Connell has cooked for VIP\u2019s and even for Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Virginia in 2007.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The inns\u2019 locations give guests plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures, historical sites, culinary delights, or unique shopping experiences; there\u2019s something here for everyone.<\/strong> The inn is two miles from the breathtaking landscapes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/shen\/index.htm\">Shenandoah National Park<\/a> and the fascinating underground world of Luray Caverns, to the artisanal offerings at local wineries and breweries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The park is just 75 miles from Washington, DC, and features cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet wooded hollows.<\/strong> It has over 200,000 acres of protected lands that are a haven to deer, songbirds, and black bears. There are so many things visitors have to explore at this great national park.<\/p>\n<p><strong>While the United States boasts 63 designated national parks and a vast system of 433 protected areas, not all lodging is created equal.<\/strong> The parks on this list stand out for featuring the absolute best hotels\u2014offering guests premier accommodations, top-tier amenities, and unparalleled access to the great outdoors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tioga Pass allows people that chance to explore Yosemite\u2019s breathtaking High Country. | Image: Rush Creek Lodge School graduations are happening across the country, which means that the dream summer vacation is almost here. 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