Urban Cowboy Lodge
Catskills is Urban Cowboy's third location after the ones in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and Nashville, Tennessee. It's their first effort outside of an urban environment, but their cowboyness shines through every detail, especially the beautiful Native American-inspired wallpapers.
Founders Lyon Porter and Jersey Banks are also behind the quirky Wes Anderson-style Dive Motel.
The property sits on a high hill amongst 68 acres (28 hectares) of pristine mountain land.
Its appeal lies in its remoteness, a romantic escape with your partner or a fun weekend with a bunch of friends driving together from NYC.
After a 2,5 hrs road trip, you end up in an environment with as much greenery as the big city's concrete surface.
A refreshing change from the hustle and bustle where you can clean your lungs and fill up with positive energy before returning to the concrete jungle.
The lodge's unique hickster style (rural aesthetic with a modern flair) is mesmerizingly refreshing. It's an instant realization of why isn't this design style more common when it looks so amazing!
The rustic bar, built around trees and decorated with antlers, is stocked with local brews, curated wines (mainly from France and Italy), and handcrafted cocktails.
Alpine Suites
The rooms are plastered with cool wall patterns that are the work of artist Clint Van Gemert, and you will find vintage decorations like kerosene lamps and hundred years old wooden sports equipment.
The focus on quality beverages and the in-room bathtubs/showers make it evident it's a place targeted to fun-loving adults.
Walden Suites
The clawfoot copper tubs overlooking the lush forests are best enjoyed in two. The lodge delivers cocktails to your room, and there are promos if you order two at once.
The Cabin
The Chalet
The Lodge
The lodge's mini spa consists of a trailer-looking wooden Estonian sauna and a refreshingly cold river where you can jump to cool down.
The sauna works during winter, too, so you can jump straight into a pile of snow!
The rural and wild Catskills is one of New Yorkers' favorite getaways. Part of the Appalachian Mountains, Catskill Park is a magical 700,000-acre (2,800 square kilometers) protected forest preserve.
The region is famous for its numerous artists, musicians, stand-up comedians, and writers.
