Top Trending Summer Destinations for American Travelers in 2025 and Where to Stay

By Anne Sewell
May 22, 2025

Top summer destinations for American travelers [Photo credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts]

As we head closer to summer, Hilton.com has recent data revealing the top choices for a summer vacation. While beach destinations continue to trend, it seems that travelers are also planning visits to urban destinations around the world. Meanwhile, these top trending destinations are based on biggest increase in travelers’ search year-over-year. The results are based on searches by US travelers over the last 90 days on Hilton.com, from April 7, 2025. The data reveals stays of five nights or more between May 23, 2025, and September 1, 2025.

Top Trending Summer Destinations for American Travelers

1. Los Cabos, Mexico

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Nestling at the southern-most tip of the Baja California Peninsula, Los Cabos is located where two oceans meet, while surrounded by mountains and overlooking crystal clear waters around Land’s End. Here, American travelers can witness the amazing turtle hatching and making their way into the water.

Sea turtles [Photo credit: Hilton Los Cabos]

Meanwhile, Hilton Los Cabos is perfectly placed along the golden sands of one of the cove-protected beaches in the area. Guests can experience the Baja Food & Wine Journey, an immersive series of culinary experiences with renowned chefs.

Moreover, American travelers can witness firsthand the wonders of turtles hatching and heading their way into the water. They can also relax and unwind in Cliffside cabanas in the sun. Learn more about the hotel here.

2. San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico [Photo credit: Hilton Caribe Hilton]

San Juan is Puerto Rico’s largest city and capital of the island, nestling on the island’s Atlantic coast. American travelers can enjoy the island’s widest beach, fronting the Isla Verde resort strip, renowned for its bars, casinos and nightclubs. Meanwhile, the cobblestoned Old Town boasts colorful Spanish colonial buildings, along with 16th-century landmarks including El Morro and La Fortaleza, massive fortresses with panoramic ocean views. Meanwhile, travelers can stroll the Paseo de la Princesa bayside promenade.

San Juan, Puerto Rico [Photo credit: Hilton Caribe Hilton]

While visiting San Juan, Caribe Hilton is the best place to stay with its ultimate summer beach resort. Moreover, the resort is the birthplace of the iconic piña colada. Here, guests can enjoy the idyllic beaches and crystal-clear pools, while located minutes from the top attractions of Old San Juan. Learn more about the hotel here..

3. New York City, New York

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New York City (also known as “The Big Apple”) nestles where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean and is an exciting city with endless attractions for American travelers. The city boasts Manhattan, with its commercial, financial and cultural centers. Among the most popular attractions, visitors can visit the Empire State Building, head to the colorful, neon-lit Times Square with its Broadway theater. Meanwhile, travelers can explore the city’s sprawling Central Park, right in its center.

[Photo credit: Conrad New York Downtown]

When visiting The Big Apple, the place to stay is Conrad New York Downtown in Manhattan, boasting Leonessa, a premier rooftop bar which transports visitors from the A-train to the Amalfi Coast. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails while staying in its 463 all-suite accommodations, while under 10 minutes from the city’s most iconic attractions, including Greenwich Village, SoHo, One World Trade Observatory, Wall Street and Tribeca. Meanwhile, the view from the top of the luxury hotel offers panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty and the Hudson River. Learn more about the hotel here..

4. Tokyo, Japan

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Tokyo is Japan’s bustling capital which offers a mix of the traditional to the ultramodern with its historic temples and neon-lit skyscrapers. Among the attractions to visit is the Meiji Shinto Shrine, renowned for its towering gate and surrounding forest. Meanwhile, the Imperial Palace is located in large public gardens – a perfect place to explore and enjoy a picnic. The city also features an endless supply of fascinating museums including classic art at the Tokyo National Museum, or a reconstructed kabuki theater located in the Edo-Tokyo Museum.

[Photo credit: Conrad Tokyo]

Located in the Shiodome Skyscraper, Conrad Tokyo offers an exciting stay while overlooking Tokyo Bay and the historic Hamarikyu Gardens, while offering easy access to the city center. Here, guests can visit the spa to enjoy a relaxing Hinoki bath, make a splash in the hotel’s pool, or enjoy live music at the TwentyEight Bar & Lounge, with its panoramic views of Tokyo’s skylinr. Learn more about the hotel on its website..

5. Paris, France

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Paris is known as the “City of Light” for good reason, as the country’s biggest city reveals a global center for art, culture, fashion and gastronomy. Meanwhile, American travelers can explore Paris’ 19th-century cityscape, with its wide boulevards, the River Seine and many major landmarks. These include the iconic Eiffel Tower, and the 12th-century Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, recently rebuilt after a devastating fire. Moreover the city is renowned for its café culture and designer boutiques, lining the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

When visiting Paris, LXR Hotels & Resorts offers travelers a stay in luxurious accommodations, with its elegantly designed rooms and stunning rooftop vistas of the city. Located as it is in the 7th arrondissement, in the heart of the Rive Gauche (Left Bank), the property faces the Eiffel Tower, while SAX Paris is a refined meeting place where guests and locals can enjoy Franco-Japanese cuisine at the stylish SAX restaurant. Moreover, travelers can enjoy access to a bar on the ground floor of the hotel, along with a fitness and spa club, along with a French-styled garden with an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi. For more information and reservations, visit the hotel's website here..

The above data is based on searches from US travelers over a period of the last 90 days on Hilton.com from April 7, 2025, searching for stays of 5 nights or more between May 23, 2025, and September 1, 2025.

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