2026 Forbes Recommended Properties — Page 4

Topping Rose House is the Bridgehampton pick when location and polish matter more than chasing value. Its Small Luxury Hotels of the World membership, Forbes Recommended status, Star Wine List recognition make it a stronger choice for couples, repeat Hamptons visitors, business-adjacent stays than for travelers seeking a secluded resort feel.

Conrad Washington, DC is the polished downtown pick for travelers who want a recognition-backed luxury hotel rather than a casual lifestyle stay. It makes the strongest case for business trips, celebrations, suite-level upgrades where room comfort and a composed setting matter more than chasing value.

On the eighth floor of the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, One Harbour Road has held its position among Wan Chai's most serious Cantonese tables for decades, earning a Michelin Plate and a rank of #330 on Opinionated About Dining's 2025 Asia list. The room faces Victoria Harbour, the cooking follows traditional technique with considered seasonal updates, the lunch dim sum program runs seven days a week.

Old Course Hotel is worth prioritising for golf-led St. Andrews trips where location, space, low-friction family logistics matter more than chasing a lower nightly rate. Its 2026 La Liste, Forbes Recommended, Virtuoso recognition make the splurge easier to defend, but value-seekers should compare Seaton House, Rusacks St Andrews, Dundee options before committing.

Book Corinthia Lisbon if you want a polished, full-service hotel base in Lisbon and do not need the historic center outside the door. The 2026 Forbes Recommended signal helps, but the real reason to choose it is fit: calmer setting, larger-hotel infrastructure, a practical address over boutique atmosphere.

Drake Bay Getaway Resort works if the Osa Peninsula location is the main reason for the trip and you can plan early. It is less suited to business travel or anyone who needs a fully documented resort-amenity checklist before choosing.

Book Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, Aruba if the priority is a quieter, more polished Oranjestad beach-resort stay with 2026 Forbes Recommended recognition. The value case is strongest on shoulder-period rates; if peak pricing jumps, compare Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa or Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino before committing.

Rosewood Bermuda is the right call for travelers who want Tucker's Town as a quiet, resort-led base rather than a city-adjacent hotel. Its Michelin Key, Forbes, La Liste, Virtuoso recognition support the luxury positioning, but the value depends on using the property as the center of the trip. Cross-shop The Loren for a smaller design stay and Hamilton Princess for city convenience.

Book Bebek Hotel by The Stay if Bebek and the Bosphorus are the point of the Istanbul trip. Forbes Recommended for 2026 and selected by the MICHELIN Guide for hotels in 2025, it suits travelers who want a smaller, neighborhood-led stay over a large luxury template.

Book Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima if Yakushima is the main event and comfort matters after outdoor days. Its SLH membership, 2025 World Luxury Hotel Awards regional win, Forbes Recommended 2026 status, Star Wine List recognition make it a stronger fit for couples and first-timers than for travelers using the hotel only as a place to sleep.

A practical Palm Desert resort choice for group trips, business travel, celebration weekends where full-service scale matters. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa is Forbes Recommended for 2026 and sits under Marriott International, making it a safer pick for travelers who value brand systems over boutique intimacy.

A strong Porto pick if location, polish, loyalty-program utility matter more than boutique personality. InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas suits business-leisure trips and short stays especially well, with Forbes Recommended, Virtuoso, MICHELIN hotel-selection recognition adding useful quality signals.

Grand Hotel Fasano is a strong Lake Garda choice for travelers who want a polished Gardone Riviera base with serious luxury-hotel recognition. Book it for composed lake days and a higher-service hotel setting; compare Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda first if the trip is mainly about wellness.

Choose Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills if the trip needs Beverly Hills calm, strong service expectations, real time for pool or spa use. It is less compelling for nightlife-first stays, but a strong fit for families, wellness-focused weekends, west-side business travel.

Conrad Manila is worth pricing seriously if the trip is centered on Pasay, Manila Bay, or Mall of Asia access. The value case is strongest when rates sit below the nearby casino-resort hotels; if pricing matches them, choose it only when location and Hilton Worldwide consistency matter more than a resort-heavy atmosphere.

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa is the choice for a high-privacy Lower Keys escape, not a convenience-first Key West base. Book it for a couple's splurge or milestone trip where quiet and separation justify the effort; cross-shop larger resort options if you want easier access, more movement, or better value flexibility.

Cordis, Auckland is worth shortlisting for a polished central Auckland stay, especially if the trip is a celebration or business stay where suite-level space matters. Its 2026 La Liste 91-point score and Forbes Recommended recognition give it a stronger trust signal than many city hotels, but boutique-hotel seekers should compare Hotel DeBrett or SO/ Auckland first.

Myconian Utopia Resort is worth booking if Elia Beach, resort time, a polished Mykonos base matter more than immediate access to Mykonos Town. It is strongest for couples, families with older children, groups planning a beach-led stay. Booking is hard, so compare nearby Myconian options early before room categories narrow.

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a strong San Diego pick for travelers who want a quieter La Jolla resort base rather than a beach-strip or downtown hotel. Its Forbes Recommended, Star Wine List, MICHELIN hotel-selection recognition make it more credible for service- and wine-minded stays than a generic resort booking.

Book Conrad Urumqi for a business-first Urumqi stay where reliability matters more than resort character. The clearest trust signals are Forbes Recommended (2026) and Star Wine List (2026), which make it a safer choice for client-facing stays and wine-aware dining than an unvetted city hotel. It is less useful if the trip hinges on confirmed leisure amenities or a highly specific room style.

A polished Sydney luxury-hotel choice for families, business travellers, special occasions that need The Rocks as a base. It is worth prioritising when the room category and harbour-side setting matter; if boutique character is the main goal, compare it with Harbour Rocks Hotel or Establishment Hotel before committing.

San Régis Paris is worth booking if you want a discreet luxury base in the 8th arrondissement rather than a large palace hotel. Its strongest case is small-hotel character plus credible recognition from La Liste, Forbes, MICHELIN Guide hotels, Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Compare rates carefully in peak Paris weeks; value improves when seasonal pricing softens.

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel is the polished, formal pick for a central New Orleans stay, especially for Hilton loyalists and special-occasion travelers. Book it for the hotel experience first; dining details should be confirmed before making the restaurant the centerpiece. Cross-shop The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans for a similar luxury-hotel occasion.

Conrad London St. James is a strong Westminster pick for business trips, formal weekends, celebrations where polished service matters more than a scene. Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition add useful confidence, but cross-shop Hotel 41 for a more intimate stay and 51 Buckingham Gate, Taj Suites and Residences for more space.

Hotel Unique is a strong São Paulo choice for travelers who want a design-led hotel rather than a neutral luxury base. Book it early if the hotel experience matters to the trip; cross-shop Fasano or Emiliano for a more classic, quieter luxury stay.

Book Bardessono Hotel and Spa if the trip is built around quiet Yountville downtime, spa time, easy town access. It is strongest for couples, older children, or multigenerational stays that value calm over a resort scene; families wanting more activity should compare Carneros Resort and Spa or North Block.

Book Palazzo Avino if the Amalfi Coast plan is built around Ravello calm, pool time, spa recovery, a luxury-hotel stay rather than daily beach logistics. Its recognition from Michelin, Forbes, Virtuoso, Leading Hotels of the World, Mr & Mrs Smith, Star Wine List makes it a stronger fit for couples and slower return trips than high-movement itineraries.

The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place is easiest to justify for SCBD business travel, especially when on-site dining and wine service matter. The 2026 Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition gives it more credibility than a generic luxury base, but leisure guests should cross-shop if design personality or better value matters more than location.

WaterColor Inn is worth booking if you want a serviced Santa Rosa Beach hotel stay rather than a rental-house trip. Its 2026 Forbes Recommended, Virtuoso, Star Wine List recognition strengthen the value case, but the smart move is to pay only for a room upgrade that improves the view, access, or outdoor space.

Conrad Tianjin works for a Tianjin-first luxury stay, especially for couples, family trips, or business travelers who want an international hotel base in Nankai. Cross-shop Beijing properties if meetings or nightlife are centered in the capital; stay here when the trip is built around Tianjin itself.

Fasano Las Piedras Punta Del Este is the right choice for a quieter return trip to Punta del Este, especially if the hotel is meant to anchor the stay. Its Michelin 1 Key and Forbes Recommended recognition support the splurge, but the location suits travelers who want space and calm more than quick access to every in-town plan.

Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak at MGM Grand is the Strip's most considered steakhouse for a special-occasion dinner, with a James Beard Award-winning pedigree, a 3,900-bottle wine inventory, a kitchen sourcing from local small farms. Dinner only, business casual, $$$. Book two to three weeks ahead; weekend reservations fill fast.

Book Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena if the trip needs a high-comfort base in San Diego with serious hotel credentials and a stronger amenity package than a small boutique stay. It is better suited to milestone trips and pool-and-spa downtime than to travelers chasing the lowest rate or a purely residential feel.

Thompson Seattle is a strong pick for first-timers who want a polished downtown base near Pike Place Market and the waterfront. Book a standard room if the city is the main event; consider a suite only for slower stays, work time, or rainy afternoons when extra space will matter.

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort is the Wailea pick for families and groups who want a large resort base, not a quiet hideaway. Book early for school-break dates, treat room location as a real decision point. Cross-shop Hotel Wailea for a calmer adult stay and Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort for a more contemporary beach-resort feel.

Serras Barcelona is worth targeting for a special-occasion stay in Ciutat Vella, especially if location and a polished boutique feel matter more than resort scale. Its Michelin 1 Key, Forbes Recommended status, La Liste score, Virtuoso partnership give it stronger credibility than many design-led Barcelona hotels, but flexible dates are useful because booking demand is high.

Loews Chicago Hotel is a strong downtown pick for families and first-time visitors who want a polished, practical base near the river and lakefront side of Chicago. It is not the city's flashiest luxury play, but Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition in 2026 make it a credible, lower-friction choice for mixed leisure and business trips.

Amandari is the right Ubud choice if you want Aman's quiet, location-led version of Bali rather than a large resort with a packed program. Its Kedewatan address suits first-timers who want access to Ubud without staying in the busiest part of town, backed by Michelin 1 Key, La Liste, Forbes, Virtuoso recognition.

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta is the dependable central luxury pick when service confidence matters more than a scene-driven stay. Recent La Liste, Forbes, MICHELIN hotel recognition support the booking case, but compare live rates against Grand Hyatt Jakarta and Keraton at the Plaza before paying a large premium.

A strong Sidi Abd El Rahman pick for a beach-first North Coast stay, especially if the hotel itself needs to carry the trip. The awards profile and Star Wine List signal make it safer than many resort options for guests who care about polish and on-property dining, but city-focused travelers should compare Alexandria alternatives.

Archer Hotel Napa is the practical downtown pick for travelers who want Napa access over a secluded resort feel. Book it for family logistics, business travel, short wine-country stays where walkability matters; compare Andaz Napa, by Hyatt for brand familiarity or Milliken Creek Inn for a quieter escape.

Hotel Balzac Paris is a stronger choice for a discreet special-occasion stay than for travelers who want big-palace theatre. Its Rue Balzac address suits couples and business guests who want the Champs-Élysées area with a calmer base, recent luxury recognition makes it a safer boutique pick. Suite-level space works if the room matters to the trip.

Maison Boulud at the Ritz-Carlton brings Daniel Boulud's classical French rigour to Montreal's Sherbrooke Street, earning a Michelin Plate in 2025 and. At $$$$ pricing with Hard booking difficulty, it delivers consistent fine dining execution in one of the city's most formally impressive rooms. Book at least two to three weeks out; solo diners should request bar seating.

Choose The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. if polished service and a calm West End base matter more than design novelty. It is a stronger fit for business stays, family logistics, travelers who actually use hotel staff support; compare Park Hyatt Washington D.C. for a more residential mood and Hotel Madera or Sixty DC for a lighter-touch stay.

Monte-Carlo Beach works for a Riviera stay that needs calm, recognition, a work-adjacent reset rather than maximum Monaco convenience. It suits repeat visitors and senior business trips with flexible schedules; travelers who need fast access to central Monte Carlo should cross-shop Fairmont Monte Carlo or Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

Six Senses Vana is worth targeting for a special-occasion wellness stay in Dehradun, especially if the hotel is meant to be the centre of the trip. Its 2025 and 2026 recognition gives it a strong luxury-retreat signal, but value depends on purpose: choose it for structure, calm service, wellness focus, not for a quick city base.

The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya is the practical choice for travelers who want a quieter luxury base near Tel Aviv rather than full city-center energy. Book early and be disciplined on room category: pay up only when the upgrade adds space, outlook, or meaningful inclusions, not just a higher label.

Book The Pearl Hotel if the trip is a polished Alys Beach celebration and wine, setting, a compact town-center stay matter more than resort scale. Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition give it stronger credibility than a generic boutique beach hotel, but families or activity-heavy groups should compare it with larger Gulf Coast resorts before committing.

Choose Hotel Cala di Volpe if the trip needs a polished Porto Cervo resort base that works for families and multi-generation groups. Its 2026 recognition from La Liste Top Hotels, Forbes Recommended, Virtuoso makes it a safer luxury pick, but travelers chasing a quieter or more value-led Sardinian stay should compare Hotel Pitrizza, CPH Pevero Hotel, 7Pines Resort Sardinia first.

The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland is the right pick for a polished downtown stay where the hotel itself needs to support a business trip, anniversary, or celebration. Its 2026 Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition help justify the splurge, especially for wine-minded guests, but the on-site dining case is stronger as part of the hotel experience than as a standalone restaurant draw.

Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort is worth shortlisting for a Ras al Khaimah beach stay where on-site dining and wine matter. Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition in 2026 give it stronger food-and-drink credibility than a generic resort pick, but travelers wanting seclusion should compare The Ritz-Carlton Al Hamra Beach first.

Book Langham Place, Guangzhou if the trip revolves around Pazhou, the Canton Fair Complex, or convention work. It is a polished luxury hotel with strong service infrastructure, Club privileges, family-friendly facilities, a serious pool and spa setup, but leisure travelers focused on central Guangzhou should compare locations before choosing it.

Lake Placid Lodge is the right call for a celebration-focused Adirondack stay where setting and service matter more than resort scale. Its Relais & Châteaux, Forbes, Virtuoso recognition make it a serious luxury option in Lake Placid, but travelers focused on family facilities or easier logistics should compare The Whiteface Lodge and The Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa first.

Charlotte Street Hotel is the Fitzrovia choice for travellers who want central London energy without committing to a louder Soho-style stay. Book it for the hotel atmosphere and location first; use the neighbourhood for dining rather than treating the restaurant as the main reason to stay.

Should you book Ai Reali di Venezia? Yes if you want a central Venice hotel with external recognition and are willing to plan ahead. It is a stronger pick for families or business travelers who value location and polish than for guests seeking a resort-style stay built around dining, pool, or spa time.

Le Cap Estel is the Èze-Bord-de-Mer choice for a quiet, high-spend Riviera celebration rather than a busy village stay. Its strongest signals are luxury-hotel recognition and Star Wine List status, making it a better fit for couples and milestone trips than for travelers who want constant activity or easy business logistics.

David Citadel Hotel is a strong pick for a polished Jerusalem stay, especially for celebrations, senior business travel, or travelers who want a central luxury base. The suite upgrade works when the room will be used for downtime or hosting; for a short sightseeing-heavy stay, a standard room is the more practical call.

Book Le Sereno if the St. Barts trip is about calm, privacy, a room-led celebration rather than a high-energy resort scene. Suite-level spend is easiest to justify for anniversaries, honeymoons, or slow itineraries; if the plan is island-hopping all day, hold the upgrade and compare availability with Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth, Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa, Hôtel Le Toiny.

A practical downtown Vancouver pick when location and a Forbes Recommended 2026 quality signal matter more than resort-style extras. The St. Regis Hotel is strongest as a central base for business, dining, city exploring; compare rates against Rosewood Hotel Georgia, EXchange Hotel Vancouver, AZUR Legacy Collection Hotel, L'Hermitage Vancouver before committing.

A strong Okinawa pick for travelers who want a wellness-led coastal stay rather than a busy resort base. The external recognition is unusually solid for this category, including Small Luxury Hotels of the World membership, La Liste Top Hotels 2026, Forbes Recommended 2026, Star Wine List recognition. Choose it for recovery-focused trips near Nago, not for nightlife or business convenience.

Book Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village if you want Four Seasons polish in a calmer Los Angeles setting, especially for wellness-leaning stays or business in the Westlake Village area. Suite upgrades make sense for longer, hotel-centered trips; standard rooms are the smarter value play if most of the itinerary is elsewhere. Recognition includes AAA 5 Diamond, Forbes Recommended, Star Wine List, a 92.5-point La Liste hotel score.

Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai is a strong pick for repeat visitors who want a central city base with established luxury-hotel infrastructure. Choose it for a business-leisure trip or a packed Dubai itinerary; cross-shop beach and Downtown properties if the stay needs resort energy or skyline-first drama.

Casa Brera is worth shortlisting for a central Milan stay where wine credibility and polished hotel infrastructure matter. The suite upgrade makes sense for longer trips or work-heavy itineraries; for a quick restaurant-led weekend, a standard room is the safer value play.

A strong luxury pick for travelers who want service consistency, loyalty-program usefulness, a central Chicago base near Water Tower Place. The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is more persuasive for business travel, shopping weekends, low-friction leisure stays than for guests seeking a boutique neighborhood feel.

W Doha Hotel & Residences is worth shortlisting for travelers who want a West Bay base with stronger lifestyle energy and recognized service credentials. It is a better fit for business, couples, social stays than for guests seeking a quiet resort feel. Compare it closely with Four Seasons Hotel Doha and Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay if formality, waterfront setting, or a calmer tone matter more.

Book Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve if you want a quieter Porches coastal base with independent-hotel atmosphere and credible wine recognition. It is less points-friendly than the Salgados branded resorts and less dining-led than Vila Joya, but stronger for travelers who want setting, calm, a polished Algarve stay to carry the trip.

The Tides Inn is worth booking when the trip is about a waterside Virginia escape rather than a packed Williamsburg itinerary. Its strongest fit is couples, celebrations, slower weekends where the hotel setting carries the stay; for history-heavy days in town, Williamsburg Inn or Colonial Houses will be more convenient.

Book Four Seasons Hotel Bogota if you want a polished luxury base in Bogotá with strong brand assurance and a design-forward city-hotel feel. Cross-shop Hotel Casa Legado for intimacy, B.O.G. Hotel for lifestyle energy, Grand Hyatt Bogota for a larger corporate setup.

Book Kokomo Private Island for a high-privacy Fiji celebration where the hotel, pool, spa, island setting are the point of the trip. Its recognition from La Liste, World's 50 Best Hotels, Forbes, Virtuoso, MICHELIN Hotels gives it strong luxury-hotel credibility, but it is a poor fit if the group needs frequent off-property dining or city-style logistics.

Hakkasan Miami holds a Michelin Plate (2025) and ranks in the Opinionated About Dining Top 400 in North America; making it the most credentialed Cantonese restaurant in South Florida. Inside the Fontainebleau, it delivers Guangdong-rooted cooking built for group dining at the $$$ tier. Book four to six weeks out for weekends during Miami's peak season.

A strong Castries-area choice when villa-style space matters more than a standard room. Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences is most convincing for special occasions, family trips, longer stays where the resort is the anchor, with 2025 and 2026 recognition adding credibility for travelers comparing St. Lucia resort options.

Book Santo Mauro if you want a quieter Chamberí luxury stay with Marriott affiliation and recognized hotel credentials. It is strongest for repeat Madrid visitors who will use the room properly; upgrade to a suite if the rate gap is reasonable, but cross-shop Rosewood Villa Magna or URSO if location polish or wellness matters more.

A strong Oceanside pick for travelers who want a polished resort base rather than a simple beach hotel. The value case improves if preferred-hotel benefits apply, especially given its 2026 Forbes, Virtuoso, Star Wine List recognition. Cross-shop Mission Pacific Beach Resort if location and rate matter more than resort depth.

Sina Centurion Palace is a strong Venice pick for travelers who want a quieter Dorsoduro base with credible luxury recognition rather than the full palace-hotel scene. It makes the strongest value case when priced below Hotel Gritti Palace and The St. Regis Venice, especially for design-minded couples comparing atmosphere, location, booking difficulty.

The Lalit London works for a celebration or business stay when London Bridge convenience matters more than a skyline-tower address. Forbes Recommended (2026) and MICHELIN Guide; Hotels Selected (2025) recognition give it credibility, but the suite upgrade should be usage-led: pay up only if the room will host part of the occasion.

Address Beach Resort Marassi is the right call if the trip is built around Marassi beach time, pool days, a resort-contained North Coast stay. Forbes Recommended and Star Wine List recognition in 2026 give it stronger credibility than a generic seaside hotel, but hard booking demand means fixed-date summer trips need early planning.

Book Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection for a polished western Connecticut spa retreat where the room category matters. It is a strong fit for couples or repeat guests planning to spend time on-property, less so for travelers who need a practical business base. Recent recognition from MICHELIN, Forbes, Virtuoso, Star Wine List supports the splurge.

A strong choice for anniversary trips, family beach weeks, Marriott-loyal travelers who want luxury-brand predictability in Noord. The 2026 Forbes Recommended and Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Partner signals support the splurge, but travelers wanting a smaller, more independent mood should compare Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba before committing.

Fairmont Copley Plaza is worth shortlisting for a special-occasion Boston stay where Copley Square access and classic hotel atmosphere matter. The 2026 Forbes Recommended recognition adds confidence, but compare it with Raffles Boston or The Newbury Boston if a newer luxury feel is the priority.

A strong Sarasota choice for business travelers who want a polished luxury base rather than a budget stay. The case is strongest when the trip mixes meetings with downtime; compare Art Ovation for a more arts-driven downtown feel and Kompose Boutique Hotel Sarasota if price matters more than full-service polish.

Viceroy Chicago is a strong Gold Coast pick for travelers who want a polished, design-led hotel that can work for families without feeling kid-focused. Book it for location, recent luxury recognition, a less formal feel than Chicago's grander luxury hotels; compare Four Seasons Hotel Chicago if family services matter more than style.

Market Pavilion Hotel is a strong Charleston pick for travelers who want a polished downtown base with special-occasion energy. The case is strongest for couples, business travelers, guests who value central access and Forbes Recommended recognition over a quieter residential feel.

The Langham, Hong Kong is a strong Tsim Sha Tsui pick for special occasions, business stays, travelers who want classic luxury positioning in Kowloon. Forbes 4-Star recognition in 2025, Forbes Recommended status in 2026, MICHELIN Guide hotel selection in 2025 give it useful credibility, but compare rates against The Peninsula Hong Kong and nearby practical hotels before committing.

A smart Geneva booking for business-heavy trips, repeat visitors, anyone who values international-district convenience over lakefront atmosphere. The recognition profile is strong, with La Liste Top Hotels 2026 at 95 points and Forbes Recommended 2026, but leisure-first travelers should compare it with the lakefront luxury set before committing.

A Gran Vía hotel worth considering when location efficiency and recognition matter more than chasing the lowest rate. Michelin 1 Key recognition in 2025 and a Forbes Recommended listing for 2026 make it a stronger fit for business-leisure trips than for simple budget stays. Book ahead if dates are fixed.

Book Park Hyatt Hangzhou if you want a calm, high-rise CBD base with strong river views and polished rooms. It is strongest for business travel, couples, Hyatt loyalists; leisure guests focused on West Lake atmosphere may get better value from a more lake-oriented stay.