What to expect: Guests carrying golf bags and briefcases stroll through the soaring lobby that features Prairie-style cherry woodwork, Tiffany-style lamps, stone floors, and rich hues of maroon, mustard, and olive green. Carpeted areas have overstuffed couches, perfect for relaxing by the stone fireplace flanked with bookshelves, or lounging with a drink from the lobby bar.

Amenity highlights: This resort is geared toward business travelers and conferences, with 37,000 square feet of event space, and a staffed business center that offer business services and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Guests also enjoy a large health spa, fitness center, and six-lane bowling alley.

What to expect: Asian lions flank the entrance to the 12-story, atrium lobby with marble floors and abundant foliage. The focal point is a cone-shaped, gold canopy decorated with red lions and birds, hanging above the sunken lobby bar. Glass and brass elevators glide up and down one side of the lobby, while hotel guests sit at tables or on taupe corduroy couches adorned with red pillows with Asian lettering.

Amenity highlights: The hotel offers a WestinWORKOUT Powered by Reebok Gym. A Westin Kids Club features activities, amenities, and services for children younger than 13. Shula's Steakhouse is on site; this white-linen restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.