Three Greater Cincinnati hotels are recognized among the best in Ohio and Kentucky, according to a 2026 ranking from U.S. News & World Report.
Regional Hotel Rankings
Lytle Park Hotel, at 311 Pike St., is ranked No. 4 among the best hotels in Ohio. The Summit Hotel, located at 5345 Medpace Way, is ranked No. 6. Both hotels are four-star establishments with ratings around 9 out of 10.
Additional Cincinnati-area hotels appearing in the top 20 Ohio hotels include 21c Museum Hotel (No. 15), Renaissance Cincinnati (No. 16), and The Cincinnatian Hotel (No. 19).
Across the river in Kentucky, Hotel Covington, located at 638 Madison Ave., is listed at No. 7 among the state’s best hotels, with a 9.5 out of 10 rating. Hilton Cincinnati Airport Hotel in Florence is No. 17 with an 8.5 out of 10 rating, and Doubletree by Hilton, near the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, is ranked No. 20 with an 8.2 out of 10 rating.
The U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on industry awards and recognition, hotel class, and guest review ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What criteria did U.S. News & World Report utilize for its rankings?
The rankings were based on industry awards and recognition, hotel class, and guest review ratings.
Which Cincinnati hotel ranked highest in Ohio?
Lytle Park Hotel, located at 311 Pike St., is ranked No. 4 among the best hotels in Ohio.
Which Kentucky hotel received the highest ranking?
Hotel Covington, located at 638 Madison Ave., is listed at No. 7 among the best hotels in Kentucky.
As travel trends evolve, will these rankings continue to reflect the preferences of travelers in the region?
