You know how the experience of browsing the carefully curated shelves of a local boutique is a much more pleasant experience than shopping in a massive big-box store? Hotel stays are often the same way. Some of my favorite stays have been in boutique hotels with an intimate atmosphere and a distinct, personality-infused style.
Historically, the trade-off for staying at a boutique property was giving up the ability to earn or redeem points from one of the major hotel loyalty programs. Luckily, those days are long gone, as dozens of independent brands and properties join big brands like Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott every year.
I've rounded up 12 of the newest hotels across the U.S. to join up with a major hotel brand this year, so you can maximize loyalty benefits without sacrificing the character and charm that comes along with a boutique hotel stay.
RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park
Location: Twentynine Palms, California
The Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy launched in September 2025, focusing on design-forward, outdoor-oriented accommodations from brands such as Trailborn and Postcard Cabins, and RESET Hotel Joshua Tree is the newest property to join the collection.
The hotel is located five minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and has 65 modular guest rooms with natural colors and textures, private patios with Solo Stove fire pits, daybeds and stargazing platforms from which to take in the expansive desert views, day or night.
Other amenities include communal fire pits, an on-site bar and cafe, a co-working space, a saltwater pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna and a cold plunge.
Rates at RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park start at around $150 or 27,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina
Location: Key West, Florida
Formerly Ocean's Edge Resort & Marina, the Hilton Key West Resort & Marina joined Hilton on July 1, 2026, bolstering the brand's presence in the Florida Keys. The 175-room waterfront resort has direct marina access, island-inspired dining, six saltwater pools and activities like kayaking, cycling, yoga, lawn games and poolside movie nights.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina is located on Stock Island, 10 minutes from Key West International Airport (EYW) and six miles from Duval Street and Mallory Square, offering an island-resort experience close to the excitement in downtown Key West.
Rates at the Hilton Key West Resort & Marina start at around $172 or 53,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Related: The best resorts in Florida for a relaxing vacation in the Sunshine State
Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort
Location: St. Pete Beach, Florida
The Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort originally opened in the 1960s as the El Sirata motel, but, like the city of St. Petersburg itself, has grown and changed through the decades. The hotel recently joined Tapestry Collection by Hilton and unveiled a $25 million renovation, including refreshed guest rooms, upgraded dining and wellness facilities and more.
The 228-room oceanfront resort has modern rooms, a beachfront pool, an all-day restaurant with tropical-inspired dishes and direct beach access.
Rates at the Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort start at around $191 or 59,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
The Brandywine, Radnor
Location: Radnor, Pennsylvania
The Brandywyne, Radnor is an all-new Marriott Tribute Portfolio property located only a few minutes from Villanova University on Philadelphia's Main Line. The property feels warm and inviting, blending a classic, refined style with modern touches like in-room Nespresso machines, soft cotton robes and Adage bath amenities.
On-site, you'll find Merrick's Tavern, serving up seasonal comfort food, and Pomelo Rooftop Terrace for open-air drinks and dining, along with a 24-hour fitness center. In addition to being near Villanova's campus, guests can walk the Radnor Trail, visit the King of Prussia Mall and explore the colorful landscapes at Chanticleer Garden.
Rates at The Brandywyne, Radnor start at around $208 or 30,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
Location: Laguna Beach, California
Thanks to a recent partnership between the Design Hotels collection and Palisociety, Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach is now part of the Marriott Bonvoy program (all of the Palisociety hotels will eventually follow suit). The 41-room property is located near Treasure Island Beach on Laguna Beach's Coast Highway in a classic 1950s lodge outfitted with a colorful mix of vintage and custom furnishings and decor.
The hotel's classic kidney-shaped pool is surrounded by retro-striped loungers and umbrellas, and the property offers a complimentary daily continental breakfast in the lounge, including Champagne and mimosas.
Rates at Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach start at around $230; points pricing was not available at the time of our search.
Hotel Solaya Old Town Scottsdale
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Following a top-to-bottom transformation, Hotel Solaya in Old Town Scottsdale is now part of the JdV by Hyatt portfolio. The reimagined property's design is inspired by its desert surroundings, with 194 guest rooms outfitted with natural colors. Many rooms also have private patios with views of the expansive pool deck, which features a large pool, bar and grill, cabanas and loungers.
Rates at Hotel Solaya Old Town Scottsdale start at around $100 or 15,000 World of Hyatt points per night.
The Monarch San Antonio
Location: San Antonio, Texas
The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton, is a brand-new property that opened in March 2026, just steps from the famed San Antonio River Walk, offering easy access to the Alamo, San Antonio Missions and all of the shopping and dining along the River Walk.
Guest rooms offer floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Hemisfair Park or the city, and some rooms have balconies overlooking the park. The hotel also has three on-site dining outlets and a rooftop pool deck.
Rates at The Monarch San Antonio start at around $275 or 109,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
The Georgian
Location: Santa Monica, California
Open since 1933, the historic, brightly painted The Georgian Hotel joined The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in March 2026. The 84-room, oceanfront icon along Santa Monica's Ocean Avenue underwent a major renovation in 2023, but retained its turquoise, art deco facade, historic detailing and old Hollywood glamour.
Guests can enjoy all-day dining at Sirena, serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes, or channel Hollywood's Golden Age at the Georgian Room, featuring an Italian menu and fine wines, with live jazz on select evenings. The hotel is within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier and shopping at Santa Monica Place and along the Third Street Promenade.
Rates at The Georgian start at around $421 or 30,000 World of Hyatt points per night.
The Lowline Hotel
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Following a full renovation, the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District is now The Lowline Hotel, part of Hyatt's JdV lifestyle collection. The reimagined 197-room property is on King Street, within walking distance of Charleston's most popular restaurants, bars, boutiques, galleries and historic landmarks.
The property's design reflects Charleston's history and distinctive architecture, with warm oak furnishings, gold and navy accents and subtle nods to the city's maritime heritage. Dining options include the Leeward Restaurant and outdoor patio, a grab-and-go market and a rooftop pour-your-own lounge with more than 70 craft beers to choose from. The hotel also has an indoor pool and fitness center.
Rates at The Lowline Hotel start at around $185 or 15,000 World of Hyatt points per night.
The Valorian Los Angeles
Location: West Hollywood, California
The Valorian Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton, is a reimagining of the Sunset Strip's well-known Mondrian Los Angeles. The hotel preserved much of what made it a West Hollywood icon, including a rotating art installation program, bold aesthetic, and a redesigned rooftop pool and lounge, White Rabbit Sky Lounge, with day-to-night programming and dramatic city views.
The Valorian has 236 guest rooms, including select loft rooms and suites with balconies. Rooms are bright, modern and stylish, with mostly white furnishings, wood floors and a pop of color in the form of a bright blue bed frame and headboard.
Rates at The Valorian Los Angeles start at around $282 or 90,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Housed in a century-old building in Old Town Alexandria, Hotel Heron joined the Curio Collection by Hilton in January 2026. Guests can enjoy unobstructed views of the Potomac from the rooftop lounge, which also hosts biweekly yoga classes, or settle in to a cozy booth at Kiln, the hotel's signature restaurant serving hearth-inspired Mid-Atlantic cuisine.
The hotel's 134 guest rooms feature local artwork, velvet headboards, soft Frette robes and bath amenities from Grown Alchemist. For an extra special stay, book a Terrace King room with a private outdoor space and city views.
Rates at Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town start at around $176 or 58,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Trailborn Jackson Hole
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Trailborn Hotels officially joined Marriott Bonvoy's Outdoor Collection in October 2025, but it wasn't until May 2026 that Trailborn Jackson Hole joined the fray following a major renovation. Formerly the Snow King Resort Hotel, Trailborn Jackson Hole is a 203-room modern mountain retreat.
In addition to ski-in/ski-out access in the winter, guests can enjoy duckpin bowling, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, a full-service spa, on-site dining and complimentary bike rentals. Guest rooms incorporate alpine lodge decor, and several rooms have balconies overlooking the mountains.
Rates at Trailborn Jackson Hole start at around $189 or 57,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
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