5 Mountainside Escapes for Romantics in the Hudson Valley

Spa days, mountain views, and romantic rendezvous await at these charming escapes in the Hudson Valley’s Catskill Mountains.

Hotel Mountain BrookMohonk Mountain HousePiaule CatskillScribner’s Catskill LodgeSeminary Hill

When you’re dreaming of a cozy, mountainside escape in the Hudson Valley, the Catskills are the answer to your pleas. While the mountain range boasts so much to do in the realm of skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing, these romantic getaways go the extra mile to offer relaxing spa days, craft cider tastings, gourmet dining, and so much more. Whether you’re seeking alpine excursions or a fireside glass of wine, book a stay at these locales.

P.S. This is part of Today Media’s “Romantic Escapes” series. Find other great getaways along the East Coast by clicking the locations on the map below.

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Hotel Mountain Brook

For the outdoorsy couple
You’ll love: Catskill Mountain views and nearby hiking trails

The area’s only first-class Adirondack-style lodge, Hotel Mountain Brook offers upscale accommodations at a reasonable price point. The boutique hotel overlooks Tannersville, the “painted village in the sky,” known for its quaint dining and boutique businesses. When you’re not out browsing the town’s colorful Main Street, take in mountain views while roasting marshmallows on the hotel’s stone terrace, sip a glass of wine fireside in the cozy lounge, or explore the area’s endless hiking trails. The best part? Pets are welcome in the East Lodge, so your whole trio can experience the beauty of Kaaterskill Falls.

Starting at $189/night

57 Route 23C, Tannersville

 

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Mohonk Mountain House

For the couple that wants it all
You’ll love: winter sports, wellness experiences, and world-class entertainment

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We would be remiss not to mention the Hudson Valley’s premier travel destination: Mohonk Mountain House. The romantic escape in New Paltz was voted the #1 Resort of the Mid-Atlantic in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for the second year in a row – and for good reason. Mohonk truly has it all, from stunning views and ambiance to indoor ice skating and swimming to outdoor adventures and wellness. If you’ve never experienced a stay in a Victorian castle on 40,000 acres of protected forest overlooking a glacial lake, you’re in for a treat.

Starting at $617/night

1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz

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Piaule Catskill

For the self-care couple
You’ll love: private cabins and all-inclusive spa days

 

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Treat yourself and your loved one to a one-of-a-kind stay in Catskill at Piaule. Rather than a solitary building, the landscape hotel is comprised of individual cabins, each with a glass wall in front of the bed that overlooks the mountains. No two views are the same at this romantic escape, and the surrounding nature is constantly evolving. Organic linens, handcrafted furniture, antique treasures, and stone floors provide the utmost comfort, while waterfall showers with views of the treetops are all-immersive. As for spa services, Piaule does it all, from mineral plunges to saunas to massages, so you both leave feeling rejuvenated.

Starting at $472/night

333 Mossy Hill Road, Catskill

Scribner’s Catskill Lodge

For the foodie couple
You’ll love: outdoor ice skating, farm-to-table fare, and a backdrop of Hunter Mountain

With a background of breathtaking Hunter Mountain, Scribner’s Catskill Lodge is the perfect basecamp for your outdoor escape or your indulgent stay inside. The boutique hotel offers a lodge with a variety of room options at all price points, as well as The Rounds – 11 luxury cabins that each feature an oculus for stargazing, outdoor soaking tubs, and decks with 360-degree views. When you’re not relaxing in the spa-like amenities or skating on the outdoor rink, head to the hotel’s restaurant Prospect. Headed by Chef Alejandro Reyes Herrera, who has a background working at a three-Michelin-Star restaurant, the eatery celebrates the bounty of the Catskills with a focus on local purveyors and produce from the on-site garden.

Starting at $245/night

13 Scribner Hollow Road, Hunter

Seminary Hill

For the cider-loving couple
You’ll love: an award-winning cidery and rustic countryside views

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Photo by Harmony Renee Photography. Courtesy of Seminary Hill

A 2024 Michelin Key Award winner for its special stay, Seminary Hill in Callicoon is a getaway like no other. Combining the beauty of a certified-organic orchard with a Catskills boutique hotel, the romantic escape will transport you to a whole new world. At Seminary Hill, choose to stay in the Boarding House or your own individual apartment to enjoy luxurious bath amenities, fully equipped kitchenettes, a library lounge, and complimentary breakfast. As for activities, book a tour of the onsite cidery – which is the world’s first Passive House-certified cidery – to taste a flight of award-winning small batch ciders with your sweetheart.

Starting at $320/night

43 Wagner Lane, Callicoon

Photo by Daniel Schwartz. Courtesy of Seminary Hill.

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