This Father's Day, skip the classical tie. Skip the mug. Skip the gift card to a store he'll forget about. Instead, give your dad something he'll actually talk about for years: a night (or two) somewhere he'd never book for himself.
We've put together 12 hotels across the US that work as Father's Day gifts, organized into three categories depending on what kind of dad you're shopping for. Most hotels listed below are bookable through Hotelgift, which means you can give him a personalized hotel gift card and let him pick the dates that work for his schedule. The hotel card is valid for 2 years, so there's no pressure to book immediately. Although some hotels included in this blog post are not part of the Hotelgift ecosystem, we believe they make impressive and memorable gifts for your dad, so they need to be here.
City Skyline Hotels as a Fathers day gift: For the Dad Who Loves a Good View
Some dads are city people. They like a good cocktail, a steak dinner, and a room high enough to watch the lights come on at dusk. These four hotels put you above the skyline in four of America's biggest cities.
1. The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad
City: New York, NY
Why it works for Dad: Guest rooms start on the 14th floor of one of NoMad's tallest towers. The Empire State Building can be seen from most rooms, and the Chrysler Building fills the background, this hotel has one of the best city skyline of New York.
On the 50th floor, the Nubeluz rooftop bar serves cocktails with 270-degree views of Manhattan, and if you are up for more, downstairs you have one of the best restaurants of the city: Bazaar Meat by Spanish Chef, Jose Andres , handles dinner with a menu built around dry-aged steaks and wood-fired cooking. The perfect combo for a dad that loves the vibrant scene from New York and that is also a Foodie.
Price: From $500/night
Book via Hotelgift: The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad
2. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
City: Chicago, IL
Why it works for Dad: Perched above the Magnificent Mile between floors 30 and 46, the rooms face either Lake Michigan or the Chicago skyline. The lake-view rooms at sunrise are hard to beat. There's an indoor pool, a full spa, and Allium, the hotel restaurant, does a solid brunch.
Perched above the Magnificent Mile between floors 30 and 46, the rooms face either Lake Michigan or the Chicago skyline. The lake-view rooms at sunrise are hard to beat.
There's an indoor pool, a full spa, and Allium, the hotel restaurant, does a solid brunch.
Michigan Avenue is right below for shopping, and Millennium Park is a 10-minute walk, where your dad can see the Cloud Gate sculpture (everyone calls it 'The Bean'), catch a free concert at the Pritzker Pavilion in summer, or just sit by the fountain and watch the city move. If he's into architecture, Chicago is arguably the best city in the US for it: the river boat architecture tour ($47, 90 minutes) runs right from the Magnificent Mile and covers over 50 buildings, including the Wrigley Building, Marina City, and the Tribune Tower.
It's the kind of thing dads say they don't care about and then talk about for weeks.
Price: From $450/night
Book via Hotelgift: Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
3. Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
City: Los Angeles, CA
Why it works for Dad: The pool terrace alone is worth the stay: cabanas, a full bar, and palm trees framing the Hollywood Hills. Rooms on higher floors give views that stretch from the Getty Center to downtown LA on a clear day.
The restaurant, Culina, serves Italian food that holds up against the standalone competition on Beverly Boulevard. If your dad is a car guy, Rodeo Drive and the Petersen Automotive Museum are both within 10 minutes.
This is the perfect option for those dads who want to live the full experience of Los Angeles and enjoy a luxurious weekend (or week) in a premium spot of the city.
Price: From $600/night
Book via Hotelgift: Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles
4. Four Seasons Philadelphia
City: Philadelphia, PA
Why it works for Dad: Occupying floors 48-56 of the Comcast Center, this is the highest hotel in the city. The infinity-edge pool on the 57th floor feels like swimming in the sky. The restaurant, Jean-Georges Philadelphia on the 60th floor serves a tasting menu with incredible panoramic views (These are even more impressive at dinner time).
If your dad likes history, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Rocky Steps are all within walking distance.
Price: From $500/night
Book via Hotelgift: Four Seasons Philadelphia
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Wilderness Hotels as a Gift for Dads who love to be in wild Nature
If your dad's idea of a good time involves trees, silence, and a sky full of stars, these picks trade room service for campfires and rooftop bars for mountain views. They still have real beds and hot water; they just happen to be surrounded by wilderness.
5. Amangiri, Canyon Point, Utah
Location: Canyon Point, UT (near Lake Powell and Grand Staircase-Escalante)
Why it works for Dad: Amangiri is built into the desert rock itself, with a pool that wraps around a sandstone mesa. The landscape is Mars-like: red rock, slot canyons, and silence you can hear. Activities that can be booked at the hotel, include: hot air balloon rides over the canyons, guided Via Ferrata climbing routes, and horseback riding through the desert.
At night, the stargazing is some of the best in the continental US (Bortle class 1-2 dark skies).
This is the perfect hotel for those dads that need a long, relaxing weekend that also enjoy pure nature and warm destinations.
Price: From $2,200/night (this is the splurge pick)
Book via Hotel web page: Amangiri
6. The Lodge at Blue Sky, Park City, Utah
Location: Wanship, UT (20 minutes from Park City)
Why it works for Dad: Sitting on 3,500 acres of private ranchland in the Wasatch Mountains, this Auberge resort is what happens when a working ranch meets a luxury hotel. Fly fishing in private streams, horseback riding, and guided hiking are all included.
The spa has an outdoor hot spring-fed pool. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows facing nothing but mountains and meadows.
Also, if your dad is a whiskey lover, the on-site High West distillery tasting is a highlight.
Price: From $1,200/night
Book via Hotelgift: The Lodge at Blue Sky
7. Ventana Big Sur, California
Location: Big Sur, CA
Why it works for Dad: Perched 1,200 feet above the Pacific Ocean on a ridge in Big Sur, Ventana is surrounded by redwood groves and has no TVs in the rooms (by design). The Japanese hot baths overlooking the ocean are the main event, but there's also a heated pool, forest hiking trails, and the Sur House restaurant, which sources most of its ingredients from the on-site garden and local fishermen. Cell service is limited, which is either a selling point or a dealbreaker depending on your dad.
Price: From $900/night
Book via Hotelgift: Ventana Big Sur
8. Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado
Location: Dolores, CO (San Juan Mountains)
Why it works for Dad: A restored 1800s ghost town turned luxury resort, Dunton sits at 9,000 feet in a box canyon surrounded by the San Juan Mountains. The hand-hewn log cabins have heated floors, and the natural hot springs are fed by geothermal water from the mine shafts beneath the town. The saloon still stands (and serves excellent cocktails). Activities include fly fishing, mountain biking, ice climbing in winter, and simply sitting in 106°F mineral water while snow falls around you.
Price: From $1,500/night (all-inclusive: meals, drinks, activities)
Book via Hotel web page: Dunton Hot Springs
Spa & Thermal Hotels: The perfect gift for the Dad Who Won't Treat Himself
Most dads won't book a spa weekend for themselves. That's exactly why this is a good gift. These hotels combine serious architecture with thermal circuits, mineral pools, and the kind of deep relaxation that a dad who "doesn't need anything" actually needs.
9. The Omni Homestead Resort, Hot Springs, Virginia
Location: Hot Springs, VA
Why it works for Dad: The Homestead has been operating since 1766, making it the oldest resort in the US. The natural hot springs have been in continuous use since Thomas Jefferson's time. The Allegheny Springs spa has indoor and outdoor thermal pools fed by the same mineral springs. Beyond the spa, there's a championship golf course (the Cascades Course, designed by William Flynn), shooting sports, fly fishing, and horseback riding. The main building is Georgian Revival architecture that looks like it belongs on a postcard.
Price: From $250/night
Book via Hotelgift: The Omni Homestead Resort
10. Royal Palms Resort and Spa, Phoenix, Arizona
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Why it works for Dad: A 1920s Spanish Colonial mansion converted into a 5-star resort at the base of Camelback Mountain. The Alvadora Spa uses desert botanicals (prickly pear, desert sage, blue agave) in its treatments. The oval pool is surrounded by palm trees and terracotta arches. T. Cook's, the on-site restaurant, serves Mediterranean food on a candlelit patio that feels more Southern Spain than the American Southwest. Architecture and garden lovers will spend half a day just walking the grounds.
Price: From $300/night
Book via Hotelgift: Royal Palms Resort and Spa
11. Keswick Hall, Charlottesville, Virginia
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Why it works for Dad: Redesigned by architect Robert A.M. Stern (the same firm behind 15 Central Park West in NYC), Keswick Hall sits on 600 acres of Virginia countryside with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The spa has a full hydrotherapy circuit, plus indoor and outdoor pools. The Pete Dye-designed Full Cry golf course wraps around the estate. For wine-loving dads, Virginia's Monticello Wine Trail starts practically at the hotel's doorstep.
Price: From $400/night
Book via Hotelgift: Keswick Hall
12. Indian Springs Calistoga, Napa Valley, California
Location: Calistoga, CA (Napa Valley)
Why it works for Dad: The oldest continuously operating pool and spa facility in California (since 1862), Indian Springs sits on top of natural geothermal springs. The mineral pool is heated to 92°F year-round by volcanic activity beneath the property, and the mud baths use volcanic ash from the surrounding hills. The grounds include palm trees, a bocce court, and a geyser that erupts on the property. After the spa, the entire Napa Valley wine trail is a short drive. Architecture note: the main pool pavilion and bungalows have a mid-century California aesthetic that's been carefully preserved.
Price: From $350/night
Book via Hotel website: Indian Springs Calistoga
How to Gift a Hotel Stay for Father's Day
A Hotelgift card works for any of the 12 hotels above (and 750,000+ others worldwide). Here's how it works:
- Choose an amount ($25 to $10,000) based on the hotel you have in mind.
- Personalize it with a photo and a message. Upload a picture of you and your dad, or the hotel you're suggesting.
- Choose delivery: Email (instant), PDF (print at home), or a luxury physical card shipped free.
- Dad redeems it at hotelgift.com whenever he's ready. He picks the hotel, the dates, and the room. If the stay costs more than the card value, he pays the difference at checkout.
The card is valid for 2 years, so if Father's Day (June 15, 2025 or June 21, 2026) doesn't align with his schedule, he can book whenever works.
FAQs for gifting to a dad in his special day
Do you have more questions or are still on doubt? Hereby we try to answer some of the most asked questions by our clients or by the users that want to know how our hotel gift cards work.
How much should I spend on a Father's Day gift?
It depends on the hotel and the stay that you want to gift him. A one-night stay at a mid-range hotel runs $150-300. A weekend at a luxury resort can run $500-2,000+. A $250-500 Hotelgift card covers a solid one-night experience at most of the hotels on this list (except the top-tier wilderness picks like Amangiri).
Can I combine a Hotelgift card with other payment?
Yes. If the hotel costs more than the card value, Dad can pay the difference with a credit card at checkout. Any remaining balance after a booking can also be used toward a second stay.
Is a hotel gift card a good Father's Day gift from a daughter?
This is one of those gifts that works precisely because most dads won't buy it for themselves. A night somewhere with a view, a spa circuit, or a cabin in the mountains gives him permission to take a break, and the personalized card shows you thought about what he'd actually enjoy.
When is Father's Day 2026?
Father's Day 2026 is Sunday, June 21. If you need a last-minute gift, the email and PDF versions of the Hotelgift card are delivered instantly.
Can he use the Hotelgift card for any hotel?
Hotelgift partners with Expedia and gives access to 750,000+ hotels worldwide across 1,200+ brands, including Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Four Seasons, and boutique independents.
Give Dad a Night He'll Remember
Whether he's the type who wants to look out over Manhattan from the 50th floor, soak in a hot spring in a Colorado ghost town, or sit in a mineral pool in Napa Valley while pretending the world doesn't exist, the right hotel stay is the kind of gift that sticks. Pair a Hotelgift card with this article's recommendations and let him choose the experience that fits.