What to expect: The Radisson Hotel Manchester is located downtown, and is a complimentary shuttle ride away from the airport. The hotel's business-friendly amenities and expansive conference space make it an ideal choice for work-minded travelers. Sports fans appreciate the one-block walk to Verizon Wireless Arena.

Amenity highlights: Lounge chairs and tables provide a place to hang out while enjoying a dip in the hotel's indoor pool or spa. A daily complimentary airport shuttle operates 24 hours, and wireless Internet access is complimentary in guestrooms.

Insider tip: Manchester's Amoskeag Mills used to be one of the largest producer of textiles in the world. One customer was Levi Strauss, who used denim from the factories to make his now-famous blue jeans. In the 1920s and 30s, changing economic and social conditions led to the decline of the mills. Now, they are home to many restaurants, shops, and offices.