Even if you can't afford to stay at a 5-star hotel while traveling, you can still get a 5-star experience.
Hotels.com created an exclusive list of the most underrated hotels in America. To create this list, the hotel reservation site selected the highest rated 3-star hotels in 20 big cities around the U.S. Top hotels typically receive a 5-star rating, and 3-star hotels are more affordable and basic by comparison.
Something a lot of these underrated hotels have in common: location, location, location. You can get closer to the action than you might think on a shoestring budget.
ANAHEIM: Ayres Hotel Anaheim
Guest Rating: 4.6
Just three miles from Disneyland, the Ayres Hotel Anaheim is decorated with dark wood and deep reds—the same colors of the Los Angeles Angels baseball team, who play right near the hotel.
Guest reviewer Joan said that the hotel is "far superior to the hotels directly around Disneyland."
Rooms from $149.
ATLANTA: Country Inn & Suites Atlanta NW Windy Hill
Guest Rating: 4.6
The Country Inn & Suites in Atlanta's Windy Hill area is a sturdy gets-the-job done kind of establishment. The suites are spacious and there's an indoor pool, spa, and fitness center.
The hotel is located near the Cumberland Mall, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre and Fox Creek Golf Course, and it gives free rides to anywhere within three miles of the property.
"Outstanding place to stay," guest reviewer Nick wrote on Hotels.com. "I highly recommend it. A great hotel with a very good breakfast. Usually, free breakfasts at competitors doesn't involve protein foods. A wonderful way to start the day with sausage, biscuits and gravy."
Rooms from $76.
AUSTIN: Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center
Guest Rating: 4.7
Located in walking distance of Austin's 6th Street Music Scene, the Residence Inn pays homage to the city's music craze with guitars along the walls and other decorative touches. The rooms are spacious and the rooftop terrace features funky Western decor and a stunning view of the Austin skyline.
"The room we stayed in was very spacious with a fully stocked kitchen, a pull out couch, and a queen bed," guest reviewer Danny wrote on Hotels.com.
Rooms from $250.
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