More than a list of nice hotels.

Field Notes began with a simple idea: the best travel recommendations feel like they came from a well-traveled friend. Not an algorithm, not a booking engine, and not a press release.

We cover hotels with character, destinations worth slowing down for, memorable food, and realistic ways to rest. We care about independent spirit, a strong sense of place, warm hospitality, and the small decisions that turn a trip into a story.

How we choose

Every place we feature is selected editorially. We look for substance as well as style: people who care, design that belongs, food with roots, and experiences that respect both guests and their surroundings.

If a stay is hosted, we say so. Our opinions remain our own, and we only publish places we would genuinely recommend to a friend.