Whether it’s a quiet afternoon beneath striped umbrellas, a social pool scene with cocktails and DJs, or a mountain-view swim after a long hike, Upstate New York does pool season exceptionally well. From restored roadside motels to sprawling wellness retreats, these hotels pair standout pools with thoughtful design, strong food ...
Company retreats have taken on a new shape in recent years. For many teams — especially remote or hybrid ones — the goal isn’t just a conference room and a schedule of meetings, but a setting that allows people to step away from routine and reconnect in person. Upstate New York has become a natural backdrop for that shift. Within a few hours of New York City, the Catskills and Hudson Valley offer a mix of design-forward hotels, restored lodges, and small inns well suited to everything from leadership offsites to full-company gatherings.
Traveling Upstate is better with four-legged companions — especially when the setting makes it easy to step outside and go. While many stays allow dogs, a select few stand out for their access to open land, trails, and walkable surroundings, where long mornings and post-dinner strolls are built into the experience.
A collection of our favorite getaways with saunas, hot tubs, and heated pools that help you shake the winter chills. Scattered throughout the region, this list dives deep into the Catskills, as far east as the New York/Connecticut border, and as far north as the Adirondack High Peaks.
This modern motel is take on a classic Catskills getaway. With a blend of vintage character and contemporary comfort, the laid-back Graham & Co. offers a nostalgic nod to the region’s heritage while delivering all the essentials for a stylish and simple escape.
Near both Windham and Hunter Mountains, The Moon Cabin is a thoughtfully designed log home surrounded by forest, hiking trails, and a private pond. One of our lodging picks for Windham, NY, featured in a few of our guides, the rustic-luxe log home surrounded by forest, hiking trails, and a private pond.
With the Catskills and Adirondacks both within five hours, it’s easy to the get to the slopes for day trips, weekends and extended holidays from NYC. Inside, find six Upstate ski getaways, including mountains paired with EB’s picks for coziest places to stay nearby.
This collection of five 19th-century homes with charming interiors, plus walk-to-everything ease, can host groups up to thirty people in Livingston Manor, NY.
Saugerties sits where Esopus Creek meets the Hudson River, offering a quiet village atmosphere framed by water and woods. Known for its blend of historic charm and creative energy, the town’s walkable center is filled with vintage shops, boutiques, and cozy cafes set into old brick buildings. Just beyond the village, forested trails and tidal marshes open into riverside views and sculpture parks, creating a balance between small-town ease and outdoor adventure. Today, Saugerties quietly draws artists, makers, and independent businesses – a community that honors its past while shaping a thoughtful, design-minded identity. Read on for our guide to Saugerties, with recommendations on where to hike, eat, shop, and stay.
Set along the banks of the Delaware River in Sullivan County, Callicoon blends river-town roots with a creative, slow-living spirit. Once a railroad and farming hub, the town has quietly evolved into one of the Western Catskills’ most inviting pockets — with vintage shops, natural wine bars, and farmers markets tucked between rolling hills and forested trails.