16 Best Summer Getaways from New York City

Boathouse Waterfront Lodging

Boathouse Waterfront Lodging is located directly on Lake George, just moments away from Lake George Village, a quiet lakeside town.

Accommodations include rooms and suites. All guest areas are equipped with air conditioning and high-speed Wi-Fi, and each morning visitors are treated to a delicious three-course breakfast in the B&B's Great Room. To stay busy, guests can explore the shops, restaurants, and beaches in Lake George Village and Bolton Landing. Guests can also take advantage of the spa, fitness center, 18-hole golf course, and indoor pool at the nearby Sagamore Hotel and Resort.

Boathouse Waterfront Lodging, 44 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing, NY 12814, Phone: 518-644-2554

Weekapaug Inn

Weekapaug Inn manages to perfectly combine luxury accommodation with a relaxed vacation atmosphere. The award-winning hotel benefits from a wonderful location on the shores of Rhode Island, overlooking the beautiful Quonochontaug Pond.

The guestrooms and suites have been beautifully renovated to provide an elegant and comfortable space which instantly puts guests at ease. There is a 2-mile stretch of sandy beach to enjoy and an outdoor pool with sun loungers. Dining at the Weekapaug Inn is very special. The inn serves delicious farm-to-table fare made from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Weekapaug Inn, 25 Spray Rock Rd, Westerley, RI 02891, 855 679 2995

Mill House Inn

Located in the historic village of East Hampton, the Mill House Inn offers guests the choice often rooms and suites. All rooms have a private bathroom and a variety of high end, boutique-style amenities. The inn has been praised not only for its style but also for its service. Personal vacation assistants are on hand to create a bespoke itinerary for guests' Hampton holiday.

Breakfast and snacks are of particular interest at the Mill House Inn, and their extensive menu promises a freshly made, gourmet breakfast every day. Entrees of note include lobster frittatas and crayfish and and ouille étouffe omelets. The inn also offers a self-serve snack bar stocked with house made treats.

31 North Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937, Phone: 631-324-9766

Mohonk Mountain House

Tucked away within Hudson Valley, Mohonk Mountain House is a Victorian castle resort that was founded in 1869 by the Smiley Family. This National Historic Landmark features a stunning vista surrounded by 40,000 acres of gorgeous forest land, which welcomes guests into an immersive and relaxing experience. At this resort, visitors can enjoy a visit to an award-winning spa to renew their mind, body, and spirit, or to dine on delectable farm-to-table cuisine care of Chef Jim Palmeri at The Granary. The Mohonk Mountain House is also home to other dining options like Founders, the Main Dining Room, and the Chef’s Table, which offers a behind-the-scenes look at the resort’s busy kitchen.

Mohonk Mountain House, 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, New York 12561, Phone: 855-883-3798

Whistlewood Farm Bed and Breakfast

What better way to enjoy the country than to spend time on a working farm? Located in Rhinebeck, NY, Whistlewood Farm Bed and Breakfast is a working farm complete with horses, free-range chickens, cows, and adopted donkeys.

Guests may choose from seven rooms in the main Lodge and Carriage House, each with unique character. The inn is decorated in eclectic antique furnishings and features fireplaces, comfy sofas and chairs, and handmade quilts. Guests enjoy breakfast staples of coffee and tea, buttermilk pancakes, French toast, waffles, scrambled eggs with fresh herbs, fruit compote, bacon and sausage, and fresh muffins.

52 Pells Rd, Rhinebeck, NY 12572, Phone: 845-876-6838

Collective Governors Island

Governors Island, a tiny 172-acre spot of land not even 800 yards from Manhattan’s New York Harbor, has seen many different uses and many different residents. It started as a Native American fishing camp, and during Civil War it became a prison for Confederate prisoners and later was the US Coast Guard Headquarters. The new “glamping” retreat attracts some very different guests. On its grassy hills, with beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline, you will find luxury tents. It's a seasonal retreat and a quick staycation destination for New Yorkers that is easily accessible by a 5-minute ferry. The tents have all the amenities of a luxury hotel, such as hot showers, coffeemakers, king-sized beds, and chandeliers. The retreat has a large indoor-outdoor “lodge tent”, which can be used for weddings and other festivities.

Collective Governors Island, Governors Island, NY 10004, Phone: 970-445-2033

The Inn at Silver Maple Farm

The Inn at Silver Maple Farm is a spacious country inn located in the Berkshire Foothills in upper New York State. Though the inn features classic Shaker influences such as large handmade beams, cathedral ceilings, and lots of light, it is not short on modern amenities.

Each of the inn's eleven guest rooms has its own private bath, individual climate control, cable TV, high-quality toiletries, and wireless internet. Some rooms even have fireplaces and large soaker tubs. A hearty vegetarian country breakfast is served each morning in the dining room and library.

1871 State Route 295, East Chatham, NY 12060, Phone: 518-781-3600

The Bedford Post Inn

If you are looking for a romantic, spiritual retreat, stay at the eight-room Bedford Post Inn wich offers luxurious accommodations, most with a romantic fireplace and Frette linens. The inn is home to the Yoga Loft, housed in an old restored barn on an historic 1860'sproperty, surrounded by 15 acres of beautiful, lush landscape. The studio's serene atmosphere is created bya vaulted ceiling, old wood beams, wood floors and tall wall-to-wall windows. Bright and open, the studio offers a range of yoga classes such as Hatha, Vinyasa, Anusara, Kundalini and Iyengar. There are also frequent workshops, guest speakers, private sessions, private yoga parties, trainings, immersions and much more. The studio has a team of experienced instructors passionate about what they do.

954 Old Post Rd, Bedford, NY 10506, Phone: 914-234-7800

Albrego Allegria

Albrego Allegria means "inn of happiness" in Italian. At the Albrego Allegria in Windham, New York, the innkeepers strive to provide guests with a happy and relaxing experience. The inn has twenty-one guest rooms, each with a private bath, flat-screen television, and telephone.

The property also includes a separate carriage house and cottage for larger groups. Guests staying at the main house will enjoy amenities such as a guest pantry with complimentary beverages and snacks, a lounge with a large fireplace and board games, wireless internet, and of course, a hearty breakfast each morning. Restaurants, museums, and opportunities for shopping, hiking, and bird watching can all be found nearby.

43 State Route 296, Windham, NY 12496, Phone: 518-734-5560

Cromwell Manor Inn

When visiting the Hudson Valley, visitors can't go wrong with an overnight or two spent in the historic Cromwell Manor Inn. The Inn offers twelve rooms and one suite spread throughout two buildings steeped in history, all with private baths.

The main building, the Manor House, is a brick mansion built in 1820, and the original home on the property, 1764 House, dates back to 1764.The grounds invite guests to sit and enjoy the gardens or catch a stunning sunset. In the winter, visitors often spend a few hours in front of one of seven fireplaces. Breakfast is a gourmet affair served fresh daily at a private table in the formal dining room.

174 Angola Rd, Cornwall, NY 12518, Phone: 845-534-7136

Alpine Homestead Bed & Breakfast

The Alpine Homestead Bed & Breakfast is situated high in the Adirondack Mountains. Each of its four beautifully decorated rooms come with a private bathroom, thick robes and towels, and other special amenities. Open year-round, the inn is close to some of upstate New York's most popular destinations, andthe Adirondack Museum, Gore Mountain Ski Area, Schroon Lake, and the town of Saratoga are all minutes from the Alpine Homestead B&B.

The inn also has indoor and outdoor spaces for special events. With its prime location, the Alpine B&B is the ideal venue for an intimate wedding, a family reunion, a corporate gathering, or a birthday party.

1314 County Route 29, Olmstedville, NY 12857, Phone: 518-251-4697

Barcelona Lakeside Bed & Breakfast

The Barcelona Lakeside Bed & Breakfast houses four elegant guestrooms that vary in size and amenities. Two of the rooms offer stunning views of Lake Erie and the Barcelona Harbor, while the other rooms look out to the peaceful vineyards that surround the property.

Thanks to its beautiful location, Barcelona Lakeside is an ideal location for a wedding ceremony, a honeymoon, or a romantic weekend getaway. Activities and attractions in the area include a handful of wineries, areas for kayaking, cycling, and hiking, and several museums and opera houses. Barcelona Lakeside B&B is open to guests year-round.

8223 E Lake Road, Westfield, NY 14787, Phone: 716-326-3756

Spencer Hotel

The Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit community on Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State where approximately 7,500 persons are in residence on any day during a nine-week season to learn and explore. The Spencer Hotel is in the heart of the Chautauqua Institution and provides guests with the opportunity to experience a uniquely literary themed hotel.

All rooms are dedicated to authors, and local artists decorated each guestroom to honor the lives and works of the author. The rooms include a select library of the author's work. The Spencer Hotel also offers common areas for playing a board game, curling up with a good book, or engaging in conversation.

25 Palestine Ave, Chautauqua, NY 14722, Phone: 800-398-1306

Stony Creek Farmstead

For three generations, members of the Marsiglio family have owned and worked the Stony Creek Farm, a gorgeous 180-acre expanse of land in Walton, New York. While the farm is still in operation today, it has certainly become bigger and much better, as it now welcomes guests from near and far to stay, eat, and learn all in the same beautiful farmstead. Stay at Stony Creek’s wood platform tents, dig into high-quality pastured meats and organic vegetables raised and grown right on the farm, or come and learn the ins and outs of farm life, agriculture, and more through the various tours and learning experiences offered by Stony Creek.

1738 Freer Hollow Road, Walton, New York 13856, Phone: 607-434-9788

The Savannah House Inn

The Savannah House Inn is a charming Southern inn located on Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York. The inn offers nine guest rooms and four individual cottages, all decorated in the Southern style. Room amenities include private baths, queen-sized beds, cable television, and wireless internet.

The property is made up of 26 acres and includes hiking trails, horseback riding, picnic areas, and access to Seneca Lake. The Savannah House also overlooks the Wiemer Vineyards and is close to the Finger Lakes Wine and Beer Trails. The inn even offers guests a card good for discounts and free samples at many local wineries.

3927 State Rd 14, Himrod, NY 14842, Phone: 540-454-1933

Chalet of Canandaigua

In the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York is the three-bedroom bed and breakfast the Chalet of Canandaigua. The private location of this inn promises a peaceful retreat and intimate and luxurious accommodation. Each of the three suites comes with a private bath, full walk-in shower, soaking tub, king-sized bed, and fireplace.

This inn even offers of hot air balloon rides launched from the Chalet, and the innkeepers are also happy to arrange for in-room treats such as chocolates and flowers, catered dinners or picnic lunches, massages, and personalized tours of the local vineyards.

3770 State Route 21 South, Canandaigua, NY 14424, Phone: 585-394-9080