Travel experiences are greatly enriched by lodging that fits the vibe of the vacation. Be it a getaway in the mountains or a weekend at the beach, these seven hotels have curated vibes that complement their surrounding atmospheres to create memories that last.
Cabin Fever Tucked away in the expansive Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, Whiteface Lodge (pictured) is an upscale rustic resort in Lake Placid. With stunning grounds and proximity to incredible hiking and water activities, the lodge evokes a cozy cabin feel, from the handcrafted furniture to the antler chandeliers, crackling fireplaces and breathtaking views in every direction. Lakefront Nostalgia Nestled in New York’s Finger Lakes region, The Lake House on Canandaigua gives travelers the sense of summering at the lake with family. Sitting right at the base of Canandaigua Lake, The Lake House is a familiar retreat with timeless guest rooms, a heated luxury pool, serene on-site spa, and endless opportunities for swimming and boating across the water before winding down by a cozy fire outdoors or in the Lakehouse Library Bar.
Oceanside Opulence Some of the most beautiful surf in California surrounds Pebble Beach Resorts in Monterey, where travelers can experience lavish accommodations, breathtaking beach views and renowned golfing greens. Perfectly manicured grounds, refined suites with panoramic ocean views, and easy access to world-class golf courses, hiking trails, the scenic 17-Mile Drive and Big Sur, Pebble Beach is a luxury experience worth savoring.
Coastal Charm For beach lovers looking for the feeling of staying at a coastal summer house, Sanderling Resort in the Outer Banks provides an idyllic oceanfront oasis. Surrounded by tall beach grasses, smooth sand dunes and blue waters, Sanderling Resort’s cozy guest rooms have old-school beach house décor with peaceful ocean views, private beach access and proximity to activities like kayak tours, fishing charters, classic lawn games and horseback riding.
Mountain Meditation Surrounded by the majestic Dolomites of Northern Italy, Preidlhof in South Tyrol is a wellness haven in the midst of crystal blue lakes, flowering valleys and snow-capped mountain peaks. The resort focuses on cultivating holistic wellness for guests through its med spa, on-site wellness experts, six-floor sauna tower, locally sourced Mediterranean cuisine and nine distinct regenerative wellness retreats.
French Luxury In the heart of midtown Manhattan on a quiet street just off the bustling Fifth Avenue, Sofitel New York brings a chic French respite to guests of the city that never sleeps. From its grand French Art Deco design down to the French Balmain bath products, every aspect of the hotel is curated to elicit sophisticated 1930s French luxury. Sofitel is near Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Fifth Ave shopping and the best of Broadway.
Cottage Core For travelers looking for a cozy cottage surrounded by New England-style backcountry charm, Bedford Post Inn in Westchester County is an intimate luxury inn an hour outside of Manhattan. Guests can snuggle up in their room’s reading nook next to a cozy fire or enjoy the fresh air on their private terrace overlooking a lush country road. Picturesque hiking trails, horse stables and historical homes and libraries make for relaxing afternoon outings nearby the inn.
