Our 13th annual list of the Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S. comes after nearly 2.4 million votes!
This year, voters set new records in participation and passion—especially for the top two hospitals, each receiving over one million votes.
It was also a year of regional variety and notable returns, with Texas making a strong showing, Illinois landing two spots in the Top 10, and several hospitals reclaiming rankings after multiple years off the list.
Here are our 13th annual rankings…
20
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia (325 votes)
This nationally recognized pediatric hospital debuts on our list for the first time, showcasing cheerful architecture, family zones, and views of the tree-lined surroundings of its North Druid Hills campus. A hallmark of children’s care in the Southeast, the facility blends playfulness with professionalism.
19
Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys Campus, Rochester, Minnesota (889 votes)
One of the country’s most renowned medical centers, Mayo Clinic’s Saint Marys Campus makes a rare but welcome appearance in our rankings. Known for blending historic architecture with modern healthcare excellence, this is Minnesota’s second representation this year — a distinction it last held in 2017.
18
AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, Erie, Pennsylvania (892 votes)
A rebuilt campus situated near Lake Erie, Saint Vincent integrates brick, glass, and landscaped courtyards to foster a reassuring sense of place. The design balances historic architectural cues with updated amenities and daylight-filled interiors.
17
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria, Louisiana (1,010 votes)
This truly gorgeous Louisiana facility rests amid grounds of beautifully landscaped oaks with a building that blends traditional architecture with an iconic modern façade. Interiors favor warm tones, natural light, and a calm, reassuring atmosphere for patients and families.
16
Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside, Jacksonville, Florida (1,369 votes)
This Jacksonville hospital ties coastal light and greenery in with its waterside campus, pairing airy lobby spaces with clear wayfinding and tranquil healing gardens on the shores of Florida’s St John’s River.
15
Permian Regional Medical Center, Andrews, Texas (1,425 votes)
This West Texas regional medical center features a low-slung, warm-toned exterior and interiors designed to withstand climate extremes while providing family-friendly spaces and reflecting the boldness of Permian Basin design with local sensitivity.
14
University Hospital, San Antonio, Texas (1,589 votes)
As part of University Health’s expanding network, San Antonio’s University Hospital campus features clean, modern exterior and well-lit interiors that serve new medical facilities and research wings. The architecture supports the region’s growing health infrastructure as well as its cultural identity.
13
TriState Health, Clarkston, Washington (2,367 votes)
Serving rural Washington, TriState Health blends compact, nature-integrated buildings with modern interior finishes and forested views. Inside, the clinic and hospital design emphasize a Pacific Northwest tone and atmosphere.
12
Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, Utah (3,145 votes)
A large clinical-research campus on the University of Utah grounds, Huntsman Cancer Institute is marked by bold modernity and glass volumes. Its gardens, art installations, and open public spaces meld medical innovation with therapeutic calm.
11
Murray County Medical Center, Slayton, Minnesota (5,399 votes)
This small-town Minnesota facility emphasizes daylight, interior warmth, and community scale. A fresh design update has brought new surgical and outpatient spaces wrapped in high windows and local natural materials.
10
St. Charles Hospital, Port Jefferson, New York (5,716 votes)
Located on Long Island’s North Shore, this hospital combines coastal tranquility with clean contemporary architecture. Patient-focused planning and a calm palette make St. Charles both serene and inviting.
9
Spooner Health, Spooner, Wisconsin (7,203 votes)
This 80,000 sq ft replacement critical-access hospital sits in the Northwoods and features natural-material wood grain metal panels and generous daylighting throughout. The design end result is rural-warmth-meets-modern-clinic-efficiency in a setting that reflects its lakeside community.
8
Wynn Hospital, Utica, New York (8,330 votes)
This striking new 10-story 702,000 sq ft facility is the centerpiece of Utica’s downtown medical revitalization. Clean lines and large glass façades signal innovation, while its downtown position opens expansive sightlines and daylight access across the city.
7
St. Vincent Health, Leadville, Colorado (11,846 votes)
At 10,000 feet (sitting at the highest elevation of any hospital on our 2025 list) this compact facility balances mountain views with modern energy-efficient architecture. Built in 2021, it reflects rugged high-altitude beauty in its exterior, while inside private in-patient rooms and imaging suites offer a sense of comfort.
6
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital,
Wheaton, Illinois (22,105 votes)
Nestled within a wooded 60-acre campus, Marianjoy’s rehabilitation facilities are surrounded by healing gardens, labyrinths, and wheelchair-accessible paths. Marianjoy made our rankings in 2009, 2013, 2016, and 2017, and now returns to the Top 10 with its highest placement yet. Known for its warm-water therapy pool and rain garden, this Wheaton facility (also a 2025/2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital) is a true architectural gem.
5
Monadnock Community Hospital, Peterborough, New Hampshire (34,294 votes)
A fresh face on this year’s list, this compact 25-to-40-bed rural facility is a quintessential New England hospital, where understated charm and practicality intersect. Its generous daylight, wood accents, and landscape integration reflects community values while elevating the patient experience.
4
La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Chicago, Illinois (86,862 votes)
First seen in the 2017 rankings, La Rabida hits our Top 5 this year. Perched along Chicago’s lakefront, La Rabida’s historic Black Building and newer inpatient and outpatient wings celebrate nautical themes and panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Renovations emphasize playful, hopeful interiors and family-centered arrival areas, making this one of the most distinctive children’s hospitals in the nation.
3
Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale, Pennsylvania (108,151 votes)
Wayne Memorial makes its first Top 5 appearance. Set in the scenic Pocono foothills, this long-evolving community hospital now features a landmark 50-room private patient tower with expansive windows that flood interiors with daylight. The addition echoes Wayne Memorial’s century-long legacy, combining small-town warmth with contemporary, patient-first design.
2
South Texas Health System Edinburg, Edinburg, Texas (1,009,985 votes)
This confident & contemporary 127-bed patient tower reflects the rapid growth of Rio Grande Valley health care, with a bright façade punctuating the sky above Edinburg. Designed for trauma, stroke, and surgical services, it anchors community healing in a region where bold design meets clinical excellence.
Our 2025 Winner!
Chickasaw Nation Medical Center, Ada, OK
1,067,862 votes
This 370,000 sq ft facility blends contemporary form with Native Chickasaw motifs, set gracefully across a meandering prairie framed by mature pecan and oak trees. Patient rooms and corridors orient toward sweeping views of a nearby creek and woodland, while interiors feature Oklahoma stone, copper panels, and terrazzo inspired by tribal art. This healing place rooted in culture, nature, and rich heritage takes our #1 spot for 2025.
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