These Great-Value Hotels Offer Premium Benefits Through American Express Travel®

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Setting out on a trip feels even more thrilling when you know you’ve scored a good deal. And you may be surprised at where your travel budget can take you when booking one of the 1,300+ properties in The Hotel Collection.*

From boutique retreats in London and New York to beachside resorts in Mexico and Hawaii, we’re highlighting a range of great-value hotels that provide affordable room rates without skimping on style and comfort. Some of these Hotel Collection properties go above and beyond to deliver additional benefits like complimentary daily breakfast for two.

Wherever you’re headed, Membership is now even more rewarding. Starting September 18, 2025, Platinum Card® Members can get up to $300 back in statement credits semi-annually for up to a total of $600 in statement credits per calendar year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® bookings and prepaid The Hotel Collection§ bookings through American Express Travel® when you pay with your Platinum Card*.

Plus, each of these The Hotel Collection bookings comes with complimentary benefits, such as a room upgrade at check-in (when available) and a minimum $100 credit to use toward eligible charges, such as food and beverage, spa, or other on-property charges, which varies by property. 

Make the most of your vacation time and your money at the 11 great-value hotels below.

The Hotel Collection
Location San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Mexican beachfront retreat

Popular for its sun-kissed beaches, Los Cabos is also where you’ll find the colonial town of San José del Cabo, with cobblestone streets and colorful 18th-century buildings housing art galleries, shops, and bistros. Viceroy Los Cabos makes it easy to enjoy both sides of the destination. It’s an architectural marvel right on the beach and within a 10-minute drive to the town center. Rooms, suites, and residences offer indoor and outdoor spaces for basking in the ocean breezes and expansive views. Beyond the standard benefits of The Hotel Collection, Viceroy Los Cabos also offers complimentary breakfast for two each morning.

Your $100 credit can be applied towards charges at any five on-site restaurants and bars – including a full raw bar at NIDO, Casero for hand-pressed tortillas, and Otro Bar for mezcal and tequila – or at The Spa at Viceroy Los Cabos. You might indulge in sensory therapy in one of the thermal rooms or ice fountains, and then take a dip in the vitality pool.

Dive into the Pacific Ocean – and into history – at Hotel del Coronado, a recently renovated landmark on the Southern California coast. Built in 1888 as a luxury destination for sunseekers, this historic hotel has starred in films, and hosted A-list celebrities.

Today, guests can enjoy modern amenities like select suites with private patios, firepits, and sweeping ocean views. A family-friendly resort, the hotel offers recreation – including biking, sailing, and waterskiing – and activities like ROAST, during which guests gather round a beach bonfire with blankets to enjoy an à la carte menu of s'mores, artisan pizza, and more.

After a day spent at the beach, put your $100 credit toward a restorative treatment at Spa at The Del, which offers a buffet of massages, facials, and body treatments designed with ocean ingredients. Plus, you’ll get exclusive access to the relaxation lounges, spa terrace, and ocean-view pool when you reserve any treatment. And get even more value from your stay with complimentary breakfast for two each day.

Immerse yourself in the arts while staying at The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block, a boutique hotel with loft-style accommodations in the hip micro-district of Dairy Block in LoDo (Lower Downtown Denver). The area is packed with eye-catching street art, eclectic restaurants, microbreweries, boutiques, and galleries.

Continue your art tour back at the Maven, which showcases its own collection: hundreds of paintings, sculptures, and photographs by Colorado artists. Creative flair also comes through in the cocktails at Poka Lola Social Club. Inspired by retro soda fountain culture, the bar’s libations incorporate specialty sodas made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. It’s easy to indulge thanks to the $100 credit that can be applied towards charges at the bar or for a Southwestern meal at the hotel’s Kachina Cantina.

The Rockaways is a haven for in-the-know sunseekers: a peninsula in southeastern Queens with 7 miles of sandy beaches and a boardwalk full of surf shops, bars and food trucks, and a skate park. With 53 rooms, The Rockaway Hotel + Spa is an attractive option for locals in need of a staycation and visitors curious about another side of NYC (it’s connected by subway and ferry and about a 25-minute drive from JFK airport). Take in skyline views from The Rooftop, a 6,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor space that hosts film screenings and live music.

You can put your $100 credit towards a spa treatment; options range from seaweed wraps to aloe facials. The Pool House has a refreshing seafood menu while the streetside Greenhouse Café has grab-and-go items for a picnic. Beyond the beach, nearby attractions are Fort Tilden, a former army base turned park, and Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for birding and hiking.

The Hamptons has long been a destination for those seeking coastal luxury – and  Amagansett makes a charming base, especially when staying at The Roundtree, Amagansett. With easy access to both the beach and the many restaurants and shops in town, this boutique hotel comprises a 125-year-old main house and 250-year-old cottage imbued with history and heritage – the property was once a working farm and home to one of Amagansett’s founding families.

Spend long, sunny days at the beach, biking through winding back roads, or playing lawn games at the hotel. During your stay, you can put your $200 credit ($100 more than the typical credit) towards afternoon tea service or a private yoga class on the property. You’ll get even more value from your Hamptons vacation thanks to The Roundtree’s additional complimentary benefits: a fully stocked minibar; self-parking for the duration of your stay; and daily breakfast for two.

Miami is known for its white sand beaches – and its energetic nightlife. Experience it all, then return to recharge at Hotel AKA Brickell, a wellness-focused high-rise property overlooking downtown Miami that offers a tranquil respite from the fast-paced city below. Spacious suites have an elegant aesthetic, with soft neutral color pallets that invite calm and rest. Start each day with complimentary breakfast for two and a yoga, Pilates, or cycling class – all are included with your stay, free of charge. Then relax by the rooftop pool, which offers panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.

Here, you’ll enjoy an elevated $125 credit. Use it toward cocktails or champagne at the pool’s Sky Bar or dinner at an onsite restaurant ADRIFT Mare, which serves a menu of Mediterranean influenced coastal cuisine, including wood-grilled fish and fresh crudo.

The Hotel Collection
Location Honolulu, Oahu

Playful Hawaiian retreat

Crystal-clear waters and white-sand shorelines: these can be travel cliches, but they ring true in describing the setting of Wayfinder Waikiki, a boutique hotel just two blocks from the beach along the Ala Wai Canal on Oahu’s South Shore. The hotel’s aesthetic is inspired by Hawaii’s natural splendor, with lush foliage indoors and out, vibrant tropical color palettes, and curated touches like headboards with upholstered tropical prints. Mornings start on the right note with complimentary breakfast for two at Redfish – or grab a coffee and a bite at B-Side Coffee Bar to enjoy in your suite’s private lanai. Then, engage in a complimentary morning stretch session before taking a dip in the hotel’s saltwater lagoon pool.

As night falls, the pool becomes a lively scene, with rotating DJs and live music each evening. Put your $100 credit toward tropical cocktails at poolside speakeasy bar Lost + Found.

The Hotel Collection
Location Los Angeles, California

Glamorous California canyon escape

You’ll feel like Hollywood royalty at Hotel Bel-Air, a legendary property in the canyon hills outside Los Angeles that has been a destination for celebrities (as well as many politicians and other notable figures) since 1946. Sitting upon 12 acres of manicured gardens, the property offers a serene sanctuary far removed from the bustle of downtown LA. Mingle with the hotel’s longtime feathered residents as they bathe at the resort’s tranquil Swan Lake before making a splash of your own at the iconic oval-shaped pool, heated year-round.

Your days begin with complimentary breakfast for two, and value extends to a well-stocked complimentary minibar and an elevated $125 credit. You can put it toward an al fresco dinner on the terrace at The Restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air, serving Mediterranean-influenced cuisine, or a treatment at the Hotel Bel-Air Spa. One, the Signature Valmont Facial – Vitality of the Stars is renowned for its restorative powers.

Skiers and snowboarders know Jackson Hole has some of North America’s best terrain, plus a lively après-ski scene and village bustling with high-end shops and restaurants. It’s a gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, and summer brings its own fun, like hiking, whitewater rafting, and fly-fishing. After all that activity, unwind at Hotel Terra Jackson Hole, right at the base of the slopes and complete with an outdoor saline infinity pool.

Fuel up for a day of outdoor recreation with complimentary breakfast for two each day. Put your $100 credit toward a meal of handmade pastas at Il Villaggio Osteria, or a spa treatment that incorporates gemstones, essential oils, or herbs like turmeric and lemongrass.

The Hotel Collection
Location Charleston, South Carolina

Downtown Charleston charmer

Named after the trees that line many of the cobblestone streets in Charleston’s historic district, The Palmetto Hotel is a living homage to local history. The boutique hotel walls feature historic black-and-white party pictures, and suites are marked by custom upholstery that depicts iconic Low Country destinations. The hotel is conveniently located, with walkable access to the lively bars, restaurants, and shops on King Street and the  scenic Waterfront Park Pier.

If you prefer to explore the city by bike, take a complimentary hotel cruiser for a spin to marvel at surrounding neighborhood, including Rainbow Row, an array of historic pastel homes. Use your $100 credit towards craft cocktails or wine at the Lobby Bar, paired with light bites like charcuterie and pimento cheese platters. Breakfast is complimentary for two each day of your stay.

Even London has its bargains if you know where to look. Just south of the River Thames, The Hoxton, Southwark, beckons with 192 industrial-chic rooms featuring local art, exposed

brick, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Size ranges from the admittedly “Snug” to the spacious “Biggy,” which is big enough to accommodate a family of three and a pup. Beyond the hotel doors, it’s a short walk to Tate Modern, the National Theatre, and Borough Market, one of London’s oldest and most dynamic food markets.

You can use the $100 credit towards a meal at The Hoxton’s two restaurants. Albie is a casual, all-day option in the lobby, while guests flock to rooftop Seabird for weekday oyster happy hour deals, seafood with Portuguese and Spanish influences, and sweeping city views.

Across the pond, Kimpton Theta New York – Times Square offers a sleek sanctuary at the heart of perhaps the busiest neighborhood in the city that never sleeps. Elegantly minimalist suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with impressive skyline views. The hotel offers exceptional value with thoughtful amenities like complimentary bikes, a daily social hour, and home-away-from-home comforts like pet beds and even houseplants by request.

Fuel up with a hearty complimentary breakfast for two before a day spent exploring Manhattan – the Midtown hotel is conveniently located within walking (or biking) distance of iconic landmarks, museums, and more. Toast your adventures at Bar Sprezzatura, a rooftop bar inspired by the Amalfi Coast, where you can put your elevated $125 credit towards aperitifs and seasonal small plates with a side of panoramic views.

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