My favorite place to stay in Upstate New York. The owners are so lovely and the inn is just…read moregorgeous. We love to relax on the grounds. We have stayed here 3 times and never want to leave. The surrounding area is also wonderful.

Our go-to place in the heart of the Catskills. This family-owned inn has been curated for…read moregenerations. A visit is an aesthetic experience as well as deeply relaxing.

Skandaken Inn in Oliverea Valley is the cozy restaurant at the Shandaken Inn serving hearty fare…read moresourced from local Catskills purveyors. For starters we had their incredible house-made Parker house rolls with cultured butter garnished with salt and thyme. They came ripping hot out of the oven with the perfect flaky texture. These could've be served at the best steakhouses in NYC for how perfect they were. We also had the Caesar salad and ricotta and spinach dumplings. We were particularly pleased with the dumplings which were accompanied by tender baby hakurei turnips. We split the Wagyu burger with crispy, pressed fries for our entree. The burger was juicy and topped with caramelized onions and tangy thousand island sauce. Dessert was a spectacular sticky toffee pudding which was perhaps the best sticky toffee pudding we've ever had. It was generously portioned and swimming in toffee sauce. We had an awesome meal here and Shandaken Inn has quickly risen to one of our favorite restaurants in the Catskills

My girlfriend and I did not stay at the inn, but we did come to the restaurant for dinner on a…read morefrigid Saturday night in February. From start to finish it was truly a wonderful experience. Absolutely a night of classic elegance and decadent food. We arrived 30 minutes before our reservation to sit at the bar and have a pre-dinner cocktail. We each had an old fashioned, which were excellently made by the very friendly bartender. The bar area was small and intimate with small side areas with high top tables, couches and armchairs. We could have happily spent all night in this area. We were later seated in the restaurant area and had another round of drinks, an appetizer (roasted pork terrine) and two entrees (chicken Milanese and the lamb shoulder ragu). Each dish was rich and flavorful. Great food, great service, beautiful building and grounds. Easy 5 start review.

In an entirely uncharacteristic move, I rang in the new year with friends by having a miniature…read moredance party with a pass-the-phone-around Spotify playlist. We couldn't quite figure out how to dial in their cabin's TV to watch the ball drop, but the vibes were immaculate, regardless. Somewhere after 1am, we scrambled down the hill from their cabin to ours, and I nodded off to sleep appreciating a symphony of sounds, both familiar and not: the quiet crackle of burning logs in our cabin's small fireplace, the creak of the stove as it heated, the rustle of tree branches outside our drafty window, and the patter of rain on the roof. Camptown offers a pretty special kind of experience in the Hudson Valley. It's a delightful alternative to the sparse overpriced hotels or AirBnBs with excessive cleaning fees. Essentially, you're glamping in cabins, but with some classy bonus amenities, including a sauna, help-yourself canteen, and shared firepit. As a bonus, Casa Susanna is their on-premise restaurant, and this James Beard semifinalist is undeniably award-worthy. These aren't the most glamorous luxury cotttages you might find, but I felt their prices were absolutely reasonable for what you get. And the service was really top-notch. Everyone we interacted with was super friendly and responsive, even coming by to help us light our fireplace when we struggled to figure out how on our own. It's great to know Camptown is a solid housing option in the area -- and I genuinely can't think of anywhere else I'd rather stay if I'm visiting this part of the Hudson Valley.

ORIGIN: Camptown Catskills is a restoration and reimagining…read moreof the mid-century Rip Van Winkle Motel, as envisioned by Ramshackle Studio designers Ray Pirkle and Kim Bucci in collaboration with Mountain Shore Properties. It opened in 2023. LOCATION: Camptown Catskills is located in the rural town of Leeds, New York (population around 377), alongside County Road 23B, and just off Interstate 87. CONCEPT: Camptown Catskills is a restored motor lodge (formerly Rip Van Winkle Motel). The restoration reinforces the vintage charm of the 26 log cabins, and 24 rooms. The complex feels like an adult camp experience of sorts, with wooden chairs around a fire pit, exterior pool with bar, scattered wooden picnic tables, books to read, and a dining lodge (Cafe Susanna). Forgot something or don't want to leave the complex? There is a pantry filled with goodies such as s'mores kits and refrigerated cans of craft beer. Camptown Catskills an ideal destination to relax and explore. AMBIANCE: The complex is evocative of the region, with native plants and trees lining narrow pathways to the cabins and outdoor facilities. Cabins have a mix of original and mid-century-inspired fixtures, furniture, and surfaces (e.g. linoleum flooring, wide pine paneled walls and ceilings). The work of local craftspeople can be found throughout the complex. EXPERIENCE: The receptionist in the lobby reviewed all the complex's features, and provided a paper map for reference. Metal keys with leather evergreen tree cut outs were provided, adding to the mid-20th century experience. As we walked towards the log cabin the smell of the fire pit permeated the air, and set the tone for a relaxing weekend in the Catskills. Chairs on the porch of the cabin allowed further enjoyment of the distance fire pit and surrounding Hudson Valley landscape. Complementing this, an upholstered dining nook and a seating area can be found inside. The bathroom was supplied with handcrafted soap and custom woodsy-scented shampoos in the shower. Numerous windows with drapes surrounded the pine wood-lined cabin, inviting streams of sunlight throughout the day. TIPS: Cafe Susanna, located in the main building, offers breakfast on the weekends only. Gracie's, a popular diner just down the road, is an attractive option on weekdays, offering guests views of the Catskill Creek that flows below. To fully embrace all things Catskills, consider visiting Olana, the former estate of a Hudson River School painter Frederick Church; the former home of his mentor, Thomas Cole; the vistas they captured via the Hudson River's Skywalk; and Kaaterskill Falls. Several electric vehicle charging stations are located in one of the parking areas. Coffee is served in the lobby in the morning. A small Catskills-themed gift/momento collection can be found on shelves in the lobby, across from reception desk.

Excellent place to stay. Very simple and to the point. Food, room and bed to sleep after a day of…read moreskiing :)) Dog friendly. Covid proof. Social distancing - keys etc all handled remotely. Free breakfast included. Met aome great company of Skiiers that was staying across the roof from us. Great overall experiwnce. First floor has billiards and a great common area with tv. Dog park behind and a little walking park as well. Beautiful inn, very simple - and ski proof!! Thank you for having us. We look forward to coming back next weekend!!

Amazing family run restaurant!! Great food, fun vibe, and Paul and Kathy are sweethearts that you…read moredo not come across every day. This is a staple that I will definitely stop at every time I'm in town.

Waking up in the most luxurious fluffy bed, rolling over, and opening my eyes to a view of the…read moreCatskills mountains... there's nothing that compares!! You're making a mistake if you choose to not experience a stay at the inn, it's unparalleled; so special -- a home away from home. Tim is the most inviting of human's, always making sure you have everything you need. You do truly feel right at home. He always takes such care to provide comfort and excitement for his guests, and when it comes to his breakfast spread he's unstoppable.

This is an Airbnb that is more like a hostile/bed&breakfast vibe:…read more The first level apartment was charming with very comfy beds. Tim was a friendly host who provided a nice breakfast and great stories. Eating on the patio with other guests while enjoying the birds and river was memorable! The 1847 house is full of wonderful character right down to the creaky floors and steep stairs. But the apartment was very dirty: large dust clumps, pill under table, food bits in and around sink with bugs flying around, very dusty/grimy. Two windows didn't have privacy curtains making our daughters uncomfortable sleeping in the living room. And viewed from those windows was clutter in the adjoining indoor patio and crutches leaning against a fence. The bathroom was tiny, very tiny dirty shower with used loofa's inside, no TP holder and a plate of mostly used bars of soap. The common rooms were very cluttered. That beautiful long table was too cluttered to visit and the living room was cluttered with laundry and drying laundry. But if you go into it knowing that, it is a great experience because of the interactions with the people, location and this charming home. And it was our most comfy bed of the trip!!

We cannot say enough positive things about The Woodstock Way Hotel. The rooms are nicely clustered…read morein grouped buildings along a creek with a prominent waterfall. The room was beautifully appointed with a private deck, couch, comfortable king-size bed, flat screen fully stocked mini fridge with Mexican Coca-Cola, Saratoga flat and carbonated water popcorn and a record turntable. The bathroom has very nice toiletries with a rain spout shower, Turkish cotton towels and a heated floor. There were more than eight floor to ceiling shaded windows to view the waterfall and pretty vegetation. From 3pm to 7pm snacks and La Colombe coffee beverages of all types are available with chocolates, cookies, dried fruits or nuts and candies. Coffee and biscotti are available from 7:30am till 10am in the morning. The staff is composed of four lovely women whose names all begin with the letter A. There are also s'more kits supplied to be made in multiple fire-pits at your leisure by the creek. Recommendations from dining, shopping, hikes or some great live music are given by this great staff. If you are looking for a relaxing stay at extremely reasonable rates that are less than two hours from New York City The Woodstock Way Hotel is the perfect choice.

View of Parking Lot & Large Dumpster...not what I signed up for…read more Booked 2 months prior to arrival for 6 nights, by phone, directly. Website photos were the selling point for this high-end hotel. 3 different rooms - One night with lovely river view, 5 nights with parking lot views.

All I can say is, "WOW"! Just kidding, I can say A LOT more, and I will…read more.. The people who run the place are so kind and go out of there way to make sure you feel welcomed and at home! A new basketball is all you need some days and we didn't have one! The owner BOUGHT us a new basketball! What a surprise! I BEAT ALEX F. TWICE at H-O-R-S-E and Around the World! He is lame! I love this place, it is very positive, and the foliage in early Autumn is STUNNING! I love Moore's Motel!

We stayed here in June for 4th of July weekend and it was soooooooo nice and was right next to a…read morecute market for all your needs ! They had a nice pool we didn't get to try it out being it had a closed sign on it so we weren't sure if we could but we were visiting family so didn't have much spare time to do so anyways .. There was such nice things to do a short drives and I'm almost sure it's more enjoyable when winter starts ! It was super clean and comfortable I definitely recommend

We arrived in the evening during a snowy day and weren't sure what to expect. Even though it was…read morelate-there was hot homemade-style food available: borsh, cutlets, mashed potatoes, vegetables. Outside was -10C but our room was warm and clean. In the morning we had a very good breakfast with plenty of options( eggs, draniki, beacon, oatmeal, bliny, fruits, hot drinks, juice). It really felt like the Carpathians-quiet, cozy, and authentically Ukrainian. The people working there are polite, helpful, and genuinely nice to talk to. You can tell they care about guests and are doing their best to make you comfortable. For the price this place is honestly a great deal. Very affordable for such a pleasant stay. We will definitely stay here again.

This resort is my favorite resort in Hunter. the location is amazing. the staff is just like…read morefamily, sometimes i forget that they are the staff and we hold a conversation! i will definitely be comming here again. THANK YOU XENIA