The collection
The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection
“Literary landmark sanctum”
Central
Chicago Athletic Association
“Gilded-Age athletic clubhouse”
Central
The Opus Westchester, Autograph Collection
“Polished suburban beacon”
Central
Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
“Urban beach sanctuary”
Lively
Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
“Modernist riverfront lodgings”
Lively
Hotel Per La, Autograph Collection
“Neoclassical banking hall revival”
Central
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
“Sound bath sanctuary”
Central
Beaver Creek Lodge
“Artful alpine refuge”
Central
Hotel Park City, Autograph Collection
“Timbered alpine retreat”
Central
Sandbourne Santa Monica
“Sculptural coastal retreat”
Central
The Blackstone Autograph Collection
“Presidential Beaux-Arts showpiece”
Central
The Cloudveil
“Refined alpine outpost”
Lively
The Eliza Jane, Autograph Collection
“Newspaper house reborn”
Central
The Laylow Waikiki
“Mid-century island hideaway”
Lively
The Talbott, Autograph Collection
“Gold Coast boutique revival”
Central
Dua Miami, Autograph Collection
“Twin pool hangout”
Central
Epicurean Atlanta, Autograph Collection
“Wine lovers classroom”
Central
Hotel Colee, Atlanta Buckhead, Autograph Collection
“Lavender parlor glamour”
Central
Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection
“Art-meets-science design lab”
Central
Hotel Republic San Diego Autograph Collection
“Coastal-chic downtown hangout”
Central
Q&C Hotel and Bar New Orleans, Autograph Collection
“Railroad headquarters revival”
Central
The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection
“Rope chandelier hangout”
Lively
The Jay, Autograph Collection
“Bronze spiral showpiece”
Central
The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection
“Skyline private club aerie”
Central
The Tess, Autograph Collection
“Southern muse modernism”
Central
Hotel Nia
“Modern Silicon Valley hub”
Central
The Otis Hotel, Autograph Collection
“Campus vinyl retreat”
Central
Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.