5 chic stays filled with Southern hospitality that are worth the drive.

MAISON DE LA LUZ
NEW ORLEANS, LA

When Atelier Ace began designing Maison de la Luz, they let New Orleans define it. The interiors look like an oddly eccentric, mysteriously rich old aunt that your mom makes you visit every summer, but it lives like the comfort of your grandmother’s house (except with a swinging bar that pours until sunlight). Luxe details come through in every corner of the hotel and you’ll be stealing the Grown Alchemist bath products before you leave. But the real star of the show is the hotel bar, Bar Milou. She’s the coolest mix of Parisian elegance and Southern swag that you could never pull off at your own home, but will dream about long after your buzz has worn off.

PALMETTO BLUFF
BLUFFTON, SC

For a quieter stay, head to the low-country and out to the Inn at Palmetto Bluff. Come for the five-star luxury of the romantic Inn by Montage, by stay for the bucolic low-country setting. The Inn at Palmetto Bluff is located on the May River, swathed in Spanish moss and lighted by flickering lightning bugs and gas lanterns. Shack up in a traditional guest room, or opt for a cottage for a more intimate experience. The best way to describe the small Palmetto town is like Seaside in the low-country. And I know how much you all love Seaside.

Ragan Stone clients enjoy an upgrade at the time of booking, $60 daily breakfast credit, $100 resort credit and more.

COMMODORE PERRY ESTATE
AUSTIN, TX

Design lovers will want to flock to Auberge Resort’s newest opening, Commodore Perry Estate. Sitting right outside Austin, the Estate is a private retreat best suited for quick getaways. Days at the Estate are meant to be slow, where you can bask in the interior details, designed by Ken Fulk- or gather around the punch bowl for a convivial cocktail hour. I’m drawn in by the 1960’s style pool that I can see myself sipping the Estate’s signature Bee’s Knee’s cocktail by for hours- a slow day here sounds like exactly what I need.

Ragan Stone clients enjoy a $250 resort credit and a third night free at Commodore Perry Estate’s limited time summer offer.

ZERO GEORGE HOTEL
CHARLESTON, SC

Charleston is teeming with quality hotels, but if you’ve ever been to Charleston you’ve surely walked past the line of captivating row houses and wondered what it would be like to live in them. Zero George can give you exactly that experience. Comprised of three resorted residences, you’ll walk out of your room each day and through the palmetto-shaded courtyard out to the busy streets of Charleston. The old-South charm is the draw at Zero George. With carefully layered Antebellum-style interiors and a quiet, but thoughtful atmosphere,  you’ll feel at home with plenty of room to sip Arnold Palmers on the patio- however if it’s amenities and a buzzy scene that you’re searching for, you might prefer the Dewberry.

Ragan Stone clients enjoy an upgrade based on availability, guaranteed late check-out, complimentary welcome drinks and a $100 hotel credit.

PERRY LANE HOTEL
SAVANNAH, GA

Savannah has long flown under the radar to sister cities, New Orleans and Charleston, but it’s time for it to have some attention. The Perry Lane Hotel is a welcome addition to Savannah. At Perry Lane, you’ll be charmed by the details of the curated interior- a mix of old world and modern sensibility. Lounge by the rooftop pool or head out under the Spanish moss (the hotel is within walking distance of virtually everything) to the nearby river district. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with details like Frette-linens. Bring along the pup, small dogs under 40lbs are welcome at Perry Lane.

Ragan Stone clients enjoy a $100 hotel credit, complimentary breakfast daily, upgrade on arrival and more. Perry Lane is currently running a promotion for a third night free.