Every fall, Expedia looks at what travelers are actually searching for and names the places set to break out next year. The 2027 list just dropped, and the #1 spot went to South Lake Tahoe, where searches are up 195% year over year. Here are four destinations from that list with hotel deals you can grab right now — just in time for a winter escape.
#1 South Lake Tahoe, CA
Where to stay: Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
Expedia's #1 trending destination for 2027 sits right on the California–Nevada line, with North America's largest alpine lake on one side and Heavenly's ski slopes on the other. Basecamp is a laid-back, guest-favorite lodge near Lakeside Beach with a rooftop terrace, fire pits and a bar — a cozy home base for ski days and lakeside sunsets.
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (1,389 reviews)
- Price: $233/night ($531 total, was $589)
#4 Sedona, AZ
Where to stay: Sedona Pines Resort
Winter is Sedona's sweet spot: mild sunny days for hiking the red rocks, crisp starry nights, and fewer crowds than spring. Sedona Pines Resort in West Sedona pairs roomy suites with balconies, a hot tub and a bar — and it's one of the best-reviewed stays in town.
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (2,308 reviews)
- Price: $146/night ($310 total, was $352)
#6 Isla Holbox, Mexico
Where to stay: AWA Holbox Beach Front
A car-free island off the Yucatán with sandy streets, shallow turquoise water and hammocks over the sea — Holbox is the low-key alternative to Cancún. AWA is a beachfront boutique with a swim-up bar and local-cuisine restaurant, and right now it's more than half off.
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (663 reviews)
- Price: $193/night ($490 total, was $1,046)
#9 Niagara-on-the-Lake
Where to stay: Kent Motel
Ontario's prettiest wine town is at its coziest in winter, when vineyards harvest frozen grapes for icewine and the historic Old Town glows. It's an easy road trip from the Northeast. The Kent is the highest-rated stay in our roundup — 9.6 out of 10 — at a price that's hard to beat.
- Guest rating: 9.6/10 (429 reviews)
- Price: $156/night ($378 total, was $475)
Prices are per room for 2 adults, Jan 15–17, 2027 (MLK weekend), as shown on Expedia on Oct 30, 2026. Totals include taxes and fees. Prices and availability change quickly — tap through to see current rates for your dates.
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