7 Trips That Offer Massive Adventure in Your Own Backyard

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It’s easy to get caught up in your head when planning a trip. We think, in some ways, it’s not a real trip unless we go somewhere far away we’ve never been and stay in a hotel that provides an exotic experience. 

Those elements absolutely create wonderful vacations for many travelers, but those criteria do not make any one trip more real than another. In fact, you don’t have to travel far at all or break the bank to plan something amazing.

That’s because, more often than not, you’re seeking a feeling. You want to feel pampered, well-fed, appreciated, unplugged from the daily grind, exclusive, and private. 

It’s not so much about finding the perfect destination as it is the hotel that provides whatever feeling you’re chasing. At Luxpitality, helping you discover that perfect boutique hotel is our specialty. 

You can find this feeling in the most unexpected places as well. Often, it’s right in your own backyard, or only a quick drive away.

Organically Sourced, Locally Driven

How often have you passed by the intriguing neighborhood hotel that’s been a fixture of the community for over 50 years? What about the small city—that’s only a quick drive away—with its local hotel serving up captivating stories and kickass cuisine?

It can be easy to ignore what’s right in our local community because we’re accustomed to seeing it, or hearing about it, almost every day. What do we miss by not focusing on local and neighborhood travel in our immediate vicinity? 

1. ACE Hotel Downtown Los Angeles

Located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, The Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles is the perfect staycation for those looking to get away from the urban sprawl. You can literally rise above the chaos at their rooftop bar overlooking the giant, neon “Jesus Saves” sign. Plus, you can avoid all the crazy traffic heading out of town for the weekend. 

ACE Hotel Downtown Los Angeles

ACE Hotel Downtown Los Angeles hotel room

2. Noelle Nashville

Noelle was originally built in 1930 and renovated in 2017 with the express purpose to fuse the rich cultural history of the building with modern touches of luxury. This nod to tradition is evident in the lobby, guest rooms, and hotel bar. The modern side of the property shines through, brightly, in the swanky rooftop bar and perhaps one of the single best on-site hotel restaurants we’ve ever seen: Makeready Libations & Liberation (travelers get 15% off their tab).

Noelle Nashville hotel

Noelle Nashville hotel bar and restaurant

3. The Guild

For San Diegans, the Gaslamp Quarter is synonymous with tourists, Comic Con, and overpriced nightclubs. The Guild is redefining all of that with it’s Mediterranean restaurant Luca, sexy hotel bar, and lavish rooms overlooking the action. It’s a must-stay for anyone coming to town.

The Guild hotel California

The Guild hotel in san diego

4. 1 Hotel South Beach

South Beach has a reputation that travels far and wide that attracts visitors from all over the world. Locals, you have no need to fear overcrowded beaches again because 1 Hotel South Beach sits directly on 600 feet of exclusive, white sand. The roof’s pool and sundeck are also great options if you just want to take a deep breath from the crowds.

1 Hotel South Beach hotel room bed

1 Hotel South Beach pool and ocean view

5. The Resort at Pedregal

The pictures speak volumes about one of the most luxurious hotels in Cabo San Lucas. The Resort at Pedregal is literally carved into the side of a cliff and has private beach access you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. And don’t forget about the infinity pools that seamlessly blend with the grandeur of the Pacific Ocean. 

The Resort at Pedregal pool view

The Resort at Pedregal hotel room pool

6. The Adolphus

Dallas is packed with a high concentration of Fortune 500 companies. The Adolphus is packed with a high concentration of style and character from the striking hotel lobby and bar to the in-house barber shop. Don’t forget to hit up the restaurants for some high-end European-inspired food.

The Adolphus hotel lobby

The Adolphus barbershop

7. PUBLIC Hotel New York

There are many words to define PUBLIC Hotel New York: refined, flamboyant, sophisticated, provocative, simple, and smart. From the insanely creative hotel lobby (how many escalators do you see?) to Public Kitchen, you’ll see the playfully strong aesthetic woven into everything the hotel has to offer. Take a vacation from one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations, and do it from within the city.

PUBLIC Hotel New York

PUBLIC Hotel New York hotel room bed

Our Commitment to Culture

Luxpitality is a mission driven hotel brand. We have a deep passion for hospitality and providing truly unique experiences for our discerning travelers and hotel partners. Every hotel in our portfolio radiates local culture and lifestyle, and we have the pleasure to work with over 160 different properties. 

One of the ways we source such great partners is due to the hard work of our brand ambassadors. These individuals are embedded in local communities across America hunting for that next great property that will provide a craft experience for anyone looking for it. 

Amara Brenner 

Amara splits time between New York City and Los Angeles seeking out boutique, local hotels that will fit the niche lifestyle vibe we’ve built for the last 5 years. She’s spent years refining her talents in Barcelona, Italy, Southeast Asia, and New York City coordinating trips for world-renowned Broadway casts, massive corporations, and luxury leisure travelers. From intimate honeymoons to epic annual business events and retreats, she covers it all. 

We’ll be sure to update you on a rolling basis as we bring on new additions to our hotel portfolio. No matter who we bring on, we guarantee that the properties will always be culture-first and character-driven. 

And no matter what kind of trip you’re planning, from the larger-than-life trek across the globe to the local staycation, we’re here to help.

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