Bradford House

A proper boutique hotel is more than just an ordinary hotel with a bit of extra color applied to the décor — to be worthy of the name it’s essential to have some personality, a point of view, a style you can’t order from a catalog. Bradford House, in Oklahoma’s vibrant Uptown district, is what we’re talking about: 36 bedrooms in a well-preserved 1912 apartment house and a modern addition, decorated in a style that’s not just eclectic, but personal.

Bradford House is a labor of love for its owners, Jason and Sara Kate Little, who work in property development but rarely in such a hands-on fashion. Their inspiration began with the house itself and the story of its original owner, and they furnished it with vintage and antique furniture collected from all over France and Italy.

For guests, the upshot is an unexpected and memorable visual environment, along with subtly luxe comforts like Bellino linens and Apple TVs. Bikes are available for exploring Uptown, and your hosts are fervent ambassadors for the local area. There’s also plenty of social life at Bradford House: there’s an elegant little cocktail bar with a classic bent, and a stylish restaurant serving brunch, dinner, and a charming afternoon tea.