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Whether you're looking for a quick getaway without the kids or planning a dreamy couple's trip, New York State has got you covered. Fall in love with these cozy and romantic winter getaways that offer breathtaking scenery, swoon-worthy accommodations, and fresh adventures—many with discount packages to make your stay even more affordable! Also check out Cozy Winter Getaways Near NYC. Photo Credit: @mirbeauinnskaneateles on Instagram.
Originally published 11/20/19
1. Lake Placid Lodge (Adirondacks)
In the heart of the Adirondacks, Lake Placid Lodge embraces the rustic elegance of Gilded Age great camps. Rated a world’s best hotel by Travel+Leisure, the resort features uniquely designed rooms with plush featherbeds, wood-burning fireplaces, deep soaking tubs, and refreshing mountain views. Windows wrap around the Treetop Suite, a luxe hideaway high in the pines with a twig-thatched king bed. The lodge offers special packages to make your cozy and romantic stay more affordable, like a “Rise, Shine and Dine” with savings of 10% plus breakfast for each guest daily with a stay of two nights or more.
2. Mohonk Mountain House (Hudson Valley)
Live beyond your dreams at Mohonk Mountain House, nestled atop the Shawangunk Mountains in the Hudson Valley, bordering the crystal waters of Lake Mohonk. Rooms in this historic Victorian castle feature wood-burning fireplaces and soul-stirring views. Choose from hiking pristine trails, frolicking in their heated indoor pool with underwater music, or finding bliss in their award-winning spa. Mohonk’s Mountain Mini-cation package offers 25% off your overnight stay and 10% off spa treatments in the Spa at Mohonk Mountain House.
3. The Inn at Cooperstown (Central New York)
It’s love at first sight. Character meets charm at the Inn at Cooperstown, designed by the same architect as NYC’s famed Plaza Hotel. The property invites romance amid stunning rooms and suites. It’s a short walk to America’s best-loved main street, with delightful shops and restaurants, and a quick drive to the Fenimore Art Museum’s captivating exhibits (open through December 29, and festively featuring Glimmer Nights.) Take your main squeeze to explore Cooperstown’s main attraction: Hot winter packages include delicious breakfasts, souvenirs, and special deals drawing on two of Cooperstown's most famed attractions, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Brewery Ommegang.
4. The Roxbury Experience (Catskills)
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Nestled amid the snow-covered Catskills, The Roxbury Experience delights with whimsical fun and over-the-top elegance at its two locations. The Roxbury’s 43 themed rooms inspired by 1960s and ’70s TV series create fantasies, from dreams of magic genies to cavemen (à la Fred & Wilma), while eight fantasy-themed tower cottages, each featuring two stories connected by a spiral or grand winding staircase, provide a fairytale storybook take on a luxury stay. The latest addition is the Mansion, featuring seven guestrooms, a breakfast room based upon the story of the Stratton brothers who fought in the American Revolutionary War, a seasonal pool, and a trail system surrounding a 50-foot waterfall. If you’re looking to up the cozy factor , the Blanket Packages are designed to delight and feature in-room champagne, gourmet cheeses and wines. Bonus: It’s near Belleayre Ski Resort and other winter activities.
5. Belhurst Castle (Finger Lakes)
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Write your own fairytale with a stay at Belhurst Castle. On sparkling Seneca Lake in Finger Lakes wine country, the 1880's stone castle and winery was named a top 10 small romantic inn by ShermansTravel. Guestrooms have dreamy four-poster beds, stained-glass windows, marble fireplaces, and enchanting lake views. Toast to togetherness with wine from the complimentary spigot (for those staying in the castle) or partake in spa treatments and the chef’s six-course food and wine pairing for two (which must be booked in advance). Rekindle a flame with your valentine in February and enjoy a special package that offers you a $20 credit toward the castle’s dining venues, a complimentary bottle of the vineyard’s famous wine, a box of truffles, and wine tasting.
6. Mirbeau Inn & Spa (Finger Lakes)
Near the storybook village of Skaneateles, Mirbeau Inn & Spa evokes old world charm in Finger Lakes Wine Country. Rooms in the chateau-style inn have cozy fireplaces, oversized soaking tubs, and cloud-soft beds with down comforters. Accessible rooms are also available. The centerpiece spa has a hot spa pool with a waterfall, sauna, steam room, and a full-service treatment menu. Condé Nast Traveler rated Mirbeau one of America’s top 20 small resorts.
7. Red Coach Inn (Greater Niagara)
Overlooking the majestic upper rapids, 500 yards from the brink of Niagara Falls, the inviting Tudor-style Red Coach Inn charms with warm English country ambiance. Winter romance packages set the mood with rose petals scattered throughout your room, champagne, chocolates, and a tempting menu for fireside dining in the award-winning restaurant. Nearby, Niagara Falls State Park, even more magical in winter, beckons with frosted trees and glistening ice flows as the falls are illuminated in rainbow colors and fireworks at dusk.
8. The Baker House 1650 (Long Island)
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Take an oceanside escape to the charming Baker House 1650, a luxurious yet cozy B&B nestled in the historic Village of East Hampton. Housed in a 17th-century Cotswold-style building, this boutique retreat features custom-designed suites with lavish touches like in-room wood-burning fireplaces and whirlpools. Enjoy a serene morning with breakfast delivered to your room alongside the morning paper, or indulge in ultimate relaxation at The Baker Spa, complete with a sauna, steam shower, and soaking jacuzzi. Its prime location is just steps from Guild Hall’s art exhibits and theater, upscale shops, and renowned restaurants, making it perfect for exploring or staying in to unwind. Make your getaway even more memorable by adding an igloo session onto your stay, where you’ll enjoy 2 hours in an insulated igloo complete with seasonal decor, libations and a charcuterie board.
9. 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel (Thousand Islands-Seaway)
Find tranquility at the enchanting 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, perfectly situated along the shores of the St. Lawrence River. With 105 deluxe rooms and suites, including options with river views and private balconies, this hotel offers the ideal setting for romance and relaxation. Enjoy riverside walks on the expansive outdoor patio or cozy up by the fire during Fire and Ice weekend, as the hotel transforms into a winter wonderland complete with 40,000 pounds of ice carved into awe-inspiring ice sculptures, martini luges, and bars. Add a little spark to your stay with the Romance Package, including champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, and rose petals, or the Wine and Dine Package, which includes a dining credit and wine to savor together.
10. The William Vale (NYC)
A modern oasis in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, The William Vale offers a luxurious and secluded winter refuge. Each of the hotel’s 183 contemporary guest rooms features sleek interiors, plush bedding, and private balconies with stunning skyline views of Brooklyn and Manhattan. The venue boasts alluring amenities, including a Winter Spa featuring barrel saunas and deep-soaking cedar hot tubs, a chic rooftop cocktail bar, and the Winter Village, a seasonal pop-up atop the hotel. Perched 23 stories high, cozy up with blankets in a private chalet as you sip on seasonal cocktails and enjoy alpine-style fondue.
11. Chautauqua Harbor Hotel (Chautauqua-Allegheny)
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Nestled on nine picturesque acres along Chautauqua Lake, the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel offers a snug and intimate winter retreat. This elegant hotel includes 135 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, many with sweeping lake views. Warm up by the outdoor fire pits, dine at the Lakehouse Tap & Grille, or sip cocktails at the popular Fire and Ice Bar, a wintertime event featuring ice sculptures, specialty drinks, apps, live music, and fireworks. Add a healthy dose of laughter to your stay with the Hilarious Getaway Package, which includes two tickets to the nearby National Comedy Center and a meal voucher to the hotel’s dining venue.
12. Saratoga Arms Hotel (Capital-Saratoga)
Snuggle up at the Saratoga Arms Hotel, downtown Saratoga Springs’ only 4 Diamond venue located on Broadway in the heart of the historic district. This award-winning boutique hotel features 31 guest rooms with luxurious touches like plush bathrobes, complimentary Saratoga Waters, and access to a Guest Room Pantry for late-night snacks. Relax with wine and tapas in the charming Front Parlor or Grand Porch, and enhance your stay with a Romance Package, featuring champagne, truffles, and seasonal flowers, or the Saratoga Date Night Package, offering dining gift cards to top restaurants downtown, movie tickets, and champagne.
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