When given the opportunity, I will almost always choose a small, stylish hotel with tons of personality over staying in the hotel equivalent of a big-box store. You know, the hotels dotting every interstate exit that all look basically the same?
Of course, hotels like this — boutique hotels — historically did not participate in major hotel loyalty programs. Today, however, barely a day goes by that I don’t see news of another independent hotel joining a big brand like Hilton, Hyatt or Marriott.
Some are new builds and some join up after major refurbishments, but one thing is for sure — none of these would be mistaken for one of those beige side-of-the-highway hotels.
A beachfront beauty in Santa Monica: If you love a hotel with rich history and old Hollywood glamour, you’ll love this one that recently joined Hyatt’s Unbound Collection. Even better, it is within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier.
Ready to earn or redeem points on your next stylish stay? Here are a few more stories that showcase some of my favorite new points-friendly boutique properties:
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