Dinogo Readers’ Top 15 Inns in the Continental U.S. for 2024

While grand, luxurious resorts are always enticing, there’s something uniquely charming about staying at an inn, especially within the continental U.S. With the convenience of passport-free travel, and the intimate, welcoming atmosphere of smaller properties, it’s no wonder travelers form a special bond with these places. Dinogo readers, who certainly know how to appreciate life’s finer things, have shown deep affection for the inns on this list. From the historic charm of St. Augustine, Florida, to the scenic vineyards of Sonoma, California, these 15 remarkable inns offer an unparalleled experience.

How the Voting Process Works

Each year, in our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L invites readers to share their opinions on travel experiences worldwide, from hotels and resorts to cities, islands, and more. Over 186,000 readers participated in the 2024 survey, casting more than 700,000 votes across 8,700 different properties.

Hotels were categorized as resort hotels, city hotels, inns, or safari lodges, and rated based on the following criteria.

Rooms and facilities
Location
Service
Dining
Value for money

For each category, participants rated inns as excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. Final scores reflect the average of these ratings.

What Readers Adored

This year’s top inns shared some common trends, though each has its own unique charm. Coastal and lakeside inns stood out, with 10 of the top 15 near water. Countryside retreats like Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards (No. 8) in Virginia and the Farmhouse Inn (No. 9) in California also shined. Historical charm, like at the Inns of Aurora (No. 7) in New York, was a hit, but quirky spots like Holiday House in Palm Springs (No. 12) added personality to the list.

These inns made lasting impressions. A guest at Villa Mara (No. 2) in Carmel-by-the-Sea called it “the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in,” praising its yacht-like luxury. At the Willcox (No. 5) in South Carolina, a reader appreciated the “club-like atmosphere,” while another raved about the warm hospitality at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards: “You’re treated with the utmost respect from arrival to departure. I can’t wait to return.” Discover more about this year’s top inn and the full list of the best in the continental U.S.

The Winner

Candleberry Inn: Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Candleberry Inn's cozy living room with a fireplace

Image courtesy of Candleberry Inn

Imagine the quintessential New England B&B, and you’ll likely picture the Candleberry Inn. This Cape Cod gem exudes classic charm with its stately white colonial exterior, black shutters, and an American flag waving in the breeze. Parts of the inn date back to 1780, offering a blend of tradition and comfort. One T+L reader praised its “superb attention to detail,” while another called its Brewster location “the best on the Cape.” Another fan summed it up perfectly: “There’s no better experience than the Candleberry Inn. It’s like a big, warm hug.”