Are you looking for a luxurious escape in Oklahoma? Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a business trip, the Sooner State has plenty of resorts to choose from. From five-star spas to historic hotels, there are plenty of options for luxury lodging. The top hotel in Oklahoma is the resort chosen by the popular online news site MSN. It offers private accommodations that are perfect for couples looking for a romantic retreat, and you can choose between suites, cabins, and villas.
The five-star spa is a favorite and is right next to Oklahoma's only national park, ideal for outdoor and nature lovers. Plus, there's a free local luxury car service between the airport and the hotel, which will take you anywhere within a five-mile radius during your stay. The Ambassador restaurant is another great option for luxury lodging in Oklahoma. It has been a staple in the Tulsa food scene since the 1970s and is known for its fresh and creative dishes.
There's also a gym and business center on site. The Colcord Hotel is another great choice for luxury lodging in Oklahoma City. When the building that now occupies the Colcord Hotel opened in 1910, it was the first skyscraper in Oklahoma City, with a height of 12 floors. Today, the 4-star hotel pays homage to its more than 100-year past with the original marble columns and walls and the plaster ceiling in the main lobby, a nickel-and-bronze mailbox in the front, and the elevator doors.
Rooms and suites are elegant, with a mix of contemporary and period furniture, marble countertops in the bathrooms, and amenities such as free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffee makers. There is also an outdoor pool, a rooftop restaurant and a 24-hour gym. The Hard Rock Hotel is another great option for luxury lodging in Oklahoma. Located just outside Tulsa, this modern property has four AAA diamonds and is close to Tulsa International Airport.
It offers a 24-hour shuttle service for guests as well as an adults-only heated outdoor pool, a gym, multiple dining options, and McGills on 19 which serves luxurious meat dishes with panoramic views. The historic Hotel Mayo dates back to 1925 and is housed in a beautiful Art Deco building in downtown Tulsa. The lobby area is truly impressive, with a bright printed carpet, lots of marble and ceiling moldings, and dazzling chandeliers. There are half a dozen different room configurations available, starting with luxury double rooms and moving on to 1,000-square-foot suites with fully equipped kitchens.
Whatever style you choose, expect sleek design elements with a modern jazz-era and mid-century look. At the tip of Monkey Island, in tranquil Grand Lake in northeastern Oklahoma, Shangri-La Resort & Conference Center is an excellent choice for those looking for both relaxation and activities. The 119 rooms are clean, comfortable, and spacious with modern amenities. The Echo Canyon Spa Resort is another great option for an elegant and romantic spa escape surrounded by orchards and woods located about 26 kilometers from Turner Falls National Park. If you're looking for family-friendly resorts in Oklahoma then Beaver Lake Cottages, Marriott's Willow Ridge Lodge, Cooper Hotel Conference Center & Spa are all excellent choices. All three offer accommodation in cabins or villas of different sizes with different amenities such as kitchens, furnished terraces, living rooms with pull-out sleeping sofas, private hot tubs or fireplaces. Oklahoma is also known for its fantastic casino complexes which attract travelers from all surrounding states.
If you're looking for resorts with pools then Beaver Lake Cottages, Marriott's Willow Ridge Lodge or Cooper Hotel & Conference Center & Spa are all excellent choices. Finally if you're heading to southwestern Oklahoma (close to the Texas border) then check out this resort which is ideal for retreats, workshops or group trips away from the busy environment of Dallas or Oklahoma City.