The 10 Best Cozy Hotels in the U.S. for Winter Getaways

When planning your winter travels, you have two choices: escape to a warm tropical beach where the sun is shining, or lean into the chilly season and seek out the coziest retreats. Think of places with fire pits, the scent of wood smoke wafting through the air, and interiors adorned with plush wools and flannels. These are spots where adventure awaits outside, but you might find just as much joy sitting by a window with a captivating book, soaking in the enchanting snowy landscape. As part of our Hotels We Love series, we’ve curated a list of our 10 top winter getaways from across the nation, presented here in no specific order.

1. Blackberry Mountain

Spanning over 5,200 acres along eight miles of protected ridgetop in the Great Smoky Mountains, Blackberry Mountain—the sister property to the renowned dining and wine destination Blackberry Farm—offers an experience reminiscent of “your own private national park.” With three exceptional on-site restaurants, a luxurious spa, fitness classes, and seemingly endless hiking trails, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the breathtaking mountain range straddling the Tennessee–South Carolina border, celebrated for its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

The accommodations at Blackberry Mountain feature a diverse selection of cottages, cabins, tree houses, and private homes, many equipped with cozy wood-burning stoves or charming stone fireplaces. To enhance the comfort, the hotel has partnered with Newly, a certified B Corporation that creates sustainable and incredibly soft throw blankets from recycled cotton and plastic bottles. If you find the bedding in your room irresistible, you can purchase the entire set online from their Blackberry Farm Shop.

The highlight of the experience here is undoubtedly the delightful seasonal cuisine offered in the two on-site restaurants: the flagship Three Sisters, located in the lodge, and Firetower, which is uniquely constructed around a 1950s lookout tower. Featuring wild ingredients and culinary inspirations from the Appalachian region, dishes like quinoa-fried quail drizzled with chili honey, wild boar sugo, and spruce-rubbed lamb ribs are crafted to deliver a comforting embrace—especially enchanting when snowflakes dance outside. Starting at $1,595

2. The Green O

The adults-only Green O features 12 chic stand-alone accommodations, referred to as “hauses,” with four elegantly designed, Scandinavian-inspired options set amidst the wooded grounds of the Resort at Paws Up in northwest Montana. Among them is the “light haus,” equipped with two fireplaces and skylights perfect for stargazing, and the “round haus,” which boasts curved windows that highlight picturesque forest views. The “green haus” showcases an atrium that enhances the seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

For the ultimate cozy winter retreat, the top choice is the “tree haus” accommodations, perched 23 feet high in the canopy. These three-story, glass-enclosed structures are artfully arranged in a Tetris-like fashion, featuring a central cylindrical spiral staircase. Each suite includes multiple viewing platforms, a fireplace, and a ground-level hot tub. Every tree haus offers floor-to-ceiling windows, Wild West-inspired furnishings crafted from leather and wrought iron, and over 1,000 square feet of inviting indoor space. Guests can also enjoy on-site hiking trails starting just steps from their door, horseback rides along the Blackfoot River, and exhilarating hot-air balloon rides over the breathtaking Swan Mountains. From $2,268

3. Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection

Established in 1889 amid the silver boom, this historic brick landmark embodies a charming blend of rustic and refined elegance that has come to characterize this affluent Colorado ski town. Over the years, it has attracted luminaries such as Gary Cooper, John Wayne, and particularly Hunter S. Thompson, who famously used the J-Bar as his unofficial campaign headquarters during his run for sheriff. The public areas are imbued with a sense of Old West masculinity, featuring dimly lit alcoves, crackling fireplaces, and deep leather chairs. In the guest rooms, the theme continues with mounted wooden deer heads, cowhide seating, and tree-stump lamps. Those staying in the most luxurious suites can even don designer cloaks by Lindsey Thornburg during their visit.

As ski season arrives, the après-ski scene really comes alive, offering unique experiences like outdoor curling in the garden and champagne and caviar floating trays in the heated pool, while the Bad Harriet bar features prix-fixe cocktail tastings. For those who wish to capture the cozy ambiance at home, the hotel has partnered with Hotel Lobby Candle to create a soy wax candle infused with notes of cedarwood, pine, leather, embers, and smoke, inspired by the warm fires often crackling in the lobby and the fresh mountain air outside. Starting at $1,300

4. Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, a Gurney’s Resort & Spa

Nestled across 53 acres of beautifully landscaped desert on the northern side of Scottsdale’s iconic mountain, this wellness resort is a year-round favorite. (It’s no wonder Beyoncé and Jay-Z chose to spend their honeymoon here.) In the summer months, you might enjoy paddleboard yoga in the infinity pool, but the resort truly comes to life during the Sonoran winter, when the air turns crisp while the sun continues to shine.

The resort boasts 109 casitas and suites along with 8 private mountain villas, many featuring their own fireplaces, firepits, or outdoor bathtubs—an indulgent way to stay warm when desert temperatures dip into the 30s. After sunset, in-the-know guests gather on the patio of the Jade Bar, which is heated by gas fireplaces, to enjoy stunning views of Paradise Valley and seasonal cocktails like the Original Sin, crafted from bourbon, rosemary, red wine, and quince. However, the coziest retreat on the property may be the Asian-inspired spa, discreetly located behind a serene Zen meditation garden and reflecting ponds, best enjoyed while wrapped in one of its plush robes. Starting at $899

5. Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection

Set across 140 acres of a former tree farm beneath New York’s Shawangunk Mountain Range, Wildflower Farms is just a 90-minute drive north of Manhattan, yet it feels like a different world. Alongside 65 independent cottages, Wildflower Farms features Thistle, an Auberge Spa, as well as three miles of scenic trails and a working farm that supplies seasonal vegetables, eggs, and wildflowers to Clay, the exquisite on-site restaurant.

At Wildflower Farms, wellness extends beyond a few spa treatments or yoga sessions; it’s an opportunity to fully immerse yourself in nature through activities like forest bathing and collecting fresh eggs from the chicken coop each morning. Each cottage and cabin is adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows to blur the line between indoors and outdoors, allowing you to feel connected to nature, whether you’re savoring the sunrise beneath a custom patchwork quilt or relaxing in a deep soaking tub after a day of hiking. For those seeking a more social experience, the open-air Great Porch features a nearly 10-foot-wide firepit surrounded by plush velvet couches and tweed armchairs, providing a communal space for morning coffee and pastries or evening cocktails and bar snacks.

While there are many adventurous options in the area, Wildflower Farms also provides homier activities perfect for colder weather, such as crafting wreaths with seasonal dried botanicals, baking sourdough focaccia with edible flowers, or enjoying a tasting of single-barrel whiskeys at the nearby Tuthilltown Distillery, just a 10-minute walk from the hotel. You’re sure to leave feeling nourished, rejuvenated, and more relaxed than when you arrived. Starting at $999

6. Inn of the Five Graces

Nestled within a series of once-neglected adobe buildings in Santa Fe’s Barrio de Analco Historic District, Inn of the Five Graces derives its name from the Eastern philosophy that encourages us to appreciate the world through our senses of sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. Designers Ira and Sylvia Seret have traveled extensively to find treasures that create a complete sensory experience: from Uzbek embroidered headboards and Peruvian prayer blankets to explore, to museum-quality Afghan and Tibetan artifacts, and the distinctive kiva fireplaces that fill the air with the inviting aroma of burning piñon pine. In many of the rooms and suites, the deep soaking tub often becomes the best seat in the house, surrounded by beautiful inlaid materials like onyx, marble, lapis, or jade.

Last winter, the hotel owners acquired the legendary Pink Adobe restaurant, which has been a favorite for its unique blend of Cajun and New Mexican cuisine since it opened 80 years ago. You can now access the restaurant through a passage from the inn’s central courtyard. For a truly cozy experience, don’t miss out on the delightful dessert known as Rosalea’s French apple pie, filled with golden raisins and pecans and a staple on the menu since 1944. If you prefer a hands-on experience, consider signing up for a visit to the Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo, where members of the Naranjo family will greet you with hot beverages and teach you how to bake in a traditional beehive-shaped wood-burning horno oven. Starting at $578

7. Twin Farms Treehouses

If you ever climbed trees as a child, you might remember the enchantment of gazing down at the world from above. This magical perspective is precisely what Twin Farms envisioned when they introduced their eight new Treehouse suites. These suites mark the first new accommodations added in 30 years to the property’s expansive 300-acre estate.

Suspended between 14 and 20 feet above the forest floor, these 800-square-foot retreats on stilts embrace Japanese wabi-sabi principles, celebrating nature's imperfections. With rustic materials, floating fireplaces, and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass windows, these hideaways invite nature inside, promoting serenity and connection with the outdoors. Starting at $3,500, all-inclusive

8. Farmhouse Inn, California

Nestled on 10 tranquil acres shaded by trees in a serene corner of Sonoma County, Farmhouse Inn boasts a rich history, having previously served as a horse farm, bathhouse, and the first gay resort in the Russian River Valley. Today, the luxury hotel is managed by siblings Joe and Catherine Bartolomei, whose family has deep roots in the wine-growing region, spanning five generations. Comprising 25 rooms, suites, and cottages, each features a distinctive design and elegant white-washed furnishings, alongside amenities such as fireplaces, patios, large bathtubs, and steam showers equipped with local artisanal soaps and scrubs. The farmhouse-chic decor extends into the Wellness Barn spa, which offers body treatments using local ingredients and holistic practices aimed at harmonizing body and mind, along with private yoga sessions and workshops.

Culinary experiences are at the forefront of the hospitality here. Guests are welcomed with wine upon arrival, and gourmet s’mores kits are available by the firepit each evening. Under the direction of Chef Craig Wilmer, the Farmhouse Restaurant serves prix-fixe meals that may feature line-caught albacore. The inn's poolside Farmstand offers casual, locally sourced dishes ranging from fried chicken sandwiches to burrata. Food enthusiasts can take one of the hotel’s Volvos to explore nearby world-class restaurants and wineries, some of which offer exclusive private tastings in collaboration with Farmhouse Inn. From $561

9. Parker Palm Springs, California

Originally opened in 1959 as California’s first Holiday Inn, Parker Palm Springs is a midcentury icon that has undergone many transformations in its first sixty-five years. Western movie star Gene Autry purchased the property to accommodate his baseball team, the California Angels, during spring training in the 1960s; later, TV producer Merv Griffin took ownership in the 1990s; and Jonathan Adler revitalized the interiors with his quirky, eclectic style, featuring art pieces like a seven-foot-tall bronze banana sculpture and cozy details such as needlepoint pillows and sheepskin throws.

At the on-site spa, the Palm Springs Yacht Club, guests unwind in plush cotton terry robes between treatments like hot stone massages and honey cocoon body wraps. As night falls and the desert chill sets in, many guests flock to Mini Bar for a coveted spot by the stylish fireplace, where seating alternates between cushions and leather poufs, or gather around the firepit in butterfly chairs to indulge in s’mores. With the crisp evening air and a canopy of stars above, there may be no better way to embrace winter in the California desert. From $699

10. Borealis Basecamp

Nestled in a boreal forest in Interior Alaska, just north of Fairbanks (Alaska’s second-largest city with a population of 30,000) and far removed from urban light pollution, Borealis Basecamp provides a remote escape while maintaining the comforts of a luxury lodge. Since its opening in 2017, this retreat has become a highly sought-after destination for those chasing the northern lights. The site comprises 28 geodesic igloos, constructed similarly to those used by scientists in Arctic regions but with added comforts. Each igloo features a ceiling made from repurposed 16-foot-wide helicopter windows, allowing guests to view the vibrant chartreuse and magenta northern lights from their beds. In winter 2022, Borealis Basecamp introduced a set of modern cube-shaped cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for easy sky-gazing. Read our full review. Contact hotel for rates.

Additional contributions by Bailey Berg, Kathryn Romeyn, Nora Zelevansky, and Lyndsey Matthews.