Are you considering traveling for Thanksgiving this year? With travel and dining out gradually returning, hotels and restaurants across the United States are gearing up to offer special holiday menus and multi-course meals for guests to enjoy either in-house or to take away. There are 8 hotels in the United States that are ideal for a last-minute getaway, along with popular neighborhood restaurants nearby where you can express gratitude with family and friends over gourmet dishes.  

It is advisable to check each hotel and restaurant website or reach out to them directly for the latest safety protocols, dining hours, pick-up and delivery options, and other important information. Additionally, please monitor our ongoing coverage of the coronavirus here while planning a last-minute Thanksgiving getaway.  

1. Dupont Circle, Washington, DC.  

In the capital of the USA, Thanksgiving can be an extravagant event, especially for those who reserve the two-bedroom penthouse suite offer at the Dupont Circle Hotel available from November 22-29. Priced at $10,000, this offer accommodates 4-6 guests and includes:  

• An in-room bartender  

• A four-course dinner featuring canapes and wine flights  

• Breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant, Pembroke  

On November 25, the restaurant will provide a three-course Thanksgiving dinner from noon until 7pm. Located on Oakey Street in Ivy City, Chef Matt Baker’s Michelin-starred Gravitas is presenting a four-course menu with optional wine pairings. Reservations for both indoor and outdoor seating are necessary.  

Additionally, less than a quarter of a mile from the White House, Taught Grace Equinox is featuring a three-course menu that includes a range of options, from traditional turkey with sausage and chestnut stuffing to Mediterranean falafel-crusted swordfish with labneh and couscous, and more.  

2. The White Elephant Palm Beach, Florida  

Whether you’re a snowbird eager to begin the season early or simply wish to celebrate Thanksgiving in a warm climate, the 32-room White Elephant Palm Beach offers an upscale value venue for the holiday. Its restaurant, LoLa41, features a prix-fixe Thanksgiving dinner that includes citrus-grilled boneless turkey, accompanied by giblet gravy. However, travelers looking to mingle with affluent locals might want to book a table at Café Boulud; in addition to honey-glazed turkey, its three-course prix-fixe menu presents dishes such as crab tartlets and pumpkin pie served with bourbon ice cream. If you prefer to enjoy your meal in the relaxed atmosphere of your oceanfront rental room, you can order a “Not Yo Granny’s” turkey dinner to go from Batch Southern Kitchen and Tap in West Palm Beach. This includes sweet tea-brined Cajun-fried turkey, along with sides like Gruyere and Sage stuffing and buttermilk biscuits, drizzled with chili and thyme honey.  

3. Kimpton Armory Hotel, Bozeman, Montana.  

For travelers wishing to enjoy Thanksgiving weekend getaways, Bozeman, Montana, offers the perfect setting. In the heart of downtown, Fielding’s at the Kimpton Armory Hotel will present a three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving menu featuring a generous turkey dish and pumpkin pie. Additionally, local vendor Main Street Market is accepting pre-orders for Thanksgiving dinner, bundles to go, which include:  

• A whole smoked turkey  

• Homemade sourdough bread  

• Turkey gravy  

• A choice of pecan, pumpkin, or apple pie  

To experience a go-to feast that captures the essence of the holiday, consider ordering take-and-bake Thanksgiving sides and pies from Fork and Spoon, a socially conscious pay-what-you-can restaurant in the town center.  

4. The Amelia Hotel Hudson, New York  

On Nov 20, the newly opened Amelia Hotel in Hudson will be hosting a Thanksgiving open house featuring a variety of local vendors. Guests who choose to stay during the holiday will have the opportunity to enjoy special perks and complimentary experiences in the area, including wreath-making and bourbon tastings.  

Although there is no restaurant on the premises, guests can indulge in a $95 prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner at the charming Maker Hotel and Restaurant, located just a few streets away. Reservations can be made for 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. seating.  

To consider hosting Thanksgiving at your Hudson Valley Airbnb, you can order a tropical-style Go to Feast from Lil Debs Oasis on Columbia Street, or from Black Eyed Susie’s Upstate catering counter, which is located 18 miles away in Sauger Heights in Kingston (30 miles from Hudson). You can order a 3-course Thanksgiving meal at Ship to Shore, where guests are encouraged to ask for seconds and thirds.  

5. Thompson San Antonio Riverwalk, Texas.  

Inaugurated in February 2021, Thompson San Antonio Riverwalk is commemorating its inaugural Thanksgiving in the city with a unique dinner experience following the Day of Thanksgiving, along with a viewing of the 40th annual Ford Harley-Davidson River Parade on November 26. This package, available to both holiday guests and local residents, features:  

• Reserved seating for the parade along the river walk  

• A specialty cocktail  

• Dinner at the restaurant Laundry’s, led by James Beard award-famous Steve McHugh  

The menu includes dishes such as gnocchi Sardi with smoked mushroom bolognese, brown butter bread pudding, and various other selections. Tickets are mandatory.  

In other parts of the city, visitors can enjoy a four-course Thanksgiving meal at the renowned San Antonio establishment, Biga on the Banks. They can either dine in or take out options like turkey, red pepper stuffing, and mashed sweet potatoes from Cooper’s Meat Market, or they can celebrate at the beloved Tex-Mex restaurant, Mi Tierra Café and Panaderia, where previous three-course menus have featured Mexican-style turkey served with mole poblano and tamale stuffing.  

6. Ritz-Carlton, Chicago.  

Originally opened 45 years ago, the Ritz-Carlton Chicago has recently finalized a $100 million renovation and is now prepared to welcome visitors spending Thanksgiving in the Windy City. The hotel’s renowned Italian steakhouse, Torali, is offering a special Thanksgiving go-to package with a prepaid dinner that includes an 18-to 20-pound roasted free-range turkey, along with sides such as Yukon gold mashed potatoes, Parmesan mashed potatoes, truffle mac and cheese, and other stuffing.  

For guests interested in exploring Chicago’s dining scene, there are numerous options available. With establishments like Bistronomic, Gene & Georgetti, Chicago Firehouse, and River Roast offering both dine-in and to-go Thanksgiving menus.  

7. Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection, Napa Valley.  

Oenophiles seeking to combine their Thanksgiving celebrations with a gateway in California’s wine country can check into a solid part of the Auberge Resorts Collection and order a takeout meal from its renowned restaurant, Solbar. Their spontaneous Thanksgiving travel ideas will feature roasted sliced turkey, whipped potatoes with butter and chives, glazed root vegetables, and more. Order must be placed by November 23 at 5:00 p.m. Pickup is scheduled for November 25 between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. If you prefer to savor your meal in a spacious outdoor setting, visit nearby Yonge Rill to order a pre-brined, ready-to-roast turkey, along with sides such as buttery pull-apart rolls from Bouchon Bakery, bacon and leek stuffing, and, naturally, bottles of wine from Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc. The Veterans Memorial Park in the city is a perfect location for an outdoor family feast, complete with basketball courts, restaurants, and picnic areas. A bonus for those wishing to bring their own beverages: alcohol is permitted.  

8. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center  

Philadelphia’s Four Seasons Hotel marked its second anniversary in August, and this year it is inviting Thanksgiving guests to dinner and weekend brunch at JG SkyHigh. The restaurant will offer a three-course Thanksgiving dinner featuring Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s interpretation of turkey, side dishes, and seasonal pies.  

Local residents hosting dinner at home can pre-order pies —apple, pumpkin, and the popular carrot cake — from Wernick Coffee Bar, crafted by the hotel’s pastry team. Interested in exploring the city for Thanksgiving dinner? Four Seasons concierge team recommends:  

• The Old City restaurant Fork for oysters, roasted heirloom turkey, and corn and walnut stuffing  

• Fishtown’s Elwood restaurant for family-style turkey stuffing and cranberry sauce  

Forgot to book Thanksgiving getaways early and find yourself in a challenging spot?  Do not worry about yourself because you can still find last-minute Thanksgiving getaways offering expensive and cheap Thanksgiving trips to ensure you enjoy your holidays with your family and friends.