19 Summer Weekend Getaways from NYC That You Should Book ASAP

• Time from NYC: 1 hour and 50 minutes
• Location: Monticello, NY

Take thee to the Catskills for more greenery and lots of yoga at the zen-inducing retreat that is YO1. You can splash in their indoor pool and dine on gourmet vegetarian fare from their kitchen, cafe and juice bar. Then, de-stress with YO1’s newly launched Restorative package, including a massage, mud therapy, hydrotherapy and two yoga sessions. And you won’t have to charm your way to a lovely room upgrade: every one of YO1’s rooms has a view of Baileys Lake.

• Time from NYC: 2 hours
• Location: Washington, CT

Relax in the lap of New England-style luxury at the five-star, sumptuously appointed 28-room Mayflower Inn & Spa. Nature lovers will appreciate THE WELL, a supercharged experience that offers forest bathing and a naturalistic hike. For fancy foodies, there’s even a private dining experience curated by their resident chef. Bridgerton fans will probably get a kick out of Mayflower’s storybook-like Shakespeare Garden. (Sorry, ladies...the dreamy Duke of Hastings is not included.)

• Time from NY: 1 hour and 45 minutes
• Location: New Paltz, NY

Outdoorsy types will dig Mohonk’s 40,000 acres of forest to frolic in, in Ulster County. There’s rock climbing, archery, horseback riding and a nine-hole golf course to enjoy. After a busy day in Mother Nature, kick back and nosh on farm-to-table fare either at the main dining room or The Granary which overlooks the lake. If you don’t have wheels to get you there, no worries: Mohonk is located near a bus stop (accessible via Port Authority), and the hotel will send a shuttle to scoop you and your crew up.

• Time from NYC: 2 hours and 20 minutes
• Location: Hunter, NY

If you know, you know: Scribner’s is the spot in the wintertime (not to mention all the Instagrammable locales, like their ice rink), but there’s also plenty of summer fun to be had. There’s outdoor yoga, a seasonal outdoor pool and epic mountainside sunsets to enjoy. If you can stand the heat, sweat it out in the outdoor sauna pod with epic views. Pro tip: Golden hour is best enjoyed from their epic West Deck.

• Time from NYC: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Location: Montauk, NY

Do Montauk without breaking the bank. Famed for its super easy beach access, the chic Hero Beach Club puts you close enough to all the Montauk action, but not too close—vacationers rave about how quiet and relaxing Hero is. Make your pals jealous by taking selfies at their pool, which has decor flown in from Bali. There’s even a sweetheart deal of a package: couples get a complimentary bottle of champagne, room upgrade and 1 p.m. checkout.

• Time from NYC: 1 hours and 45 minutes
• Location: Bridgehampton, NY

Exit Montauk Highway and enter this tranquil Bridgehampton oasis. The 10-room boutique hotel, which is also within walking distance of the train and Jitney station, charms guests with soaking tubs and heated floors. A sprawling lawn, scene-y pool and bonfire pits await outside your room. And beyond that, Bridgehampton is your oyster. You’ll be steps away from local favorites like Wolffer Estate Vineyard and hotspot Almond.

• Time from NYC: 3 hours
• Location: Watch Hill, Rhode Island

Maybe you want to ditch the Empire State altogether temporarily. We get it. Consider Ocean House in Rhode Island. The Relais & Châteaux property features a saltwater pool, yoga studio and a complimentary fleet of Mercedes Benz convertibles for you to cruise around in. You’ll also be waited on hand and foot because Ocean House treats vacationers to a butler service that aims to meet your every need from your room to the beach.

• Time from NYC: 45 minutes
• Location: Greenwich, CT

Looking for a faster way to ditch NYC? Head to this waterfront Greenwich spot—only a 45-minute train ride from Grand Central and blocks from the New Haven train station—for a mini vacay. Most rooms overlook all the Greenwich Harbor’s action down below, like L’Escale, where you can nosh on French fare and mingle with monied guests who arrive in sailboats or yachts. NY residents get an added perk. Delamar offers a 15 percent discount on its daily rate, which includes continental breakfast and free parking.

• Time from NYC: 2 hours and 15 minutes
• Location: Hawley, PA

This secluded Poconos chalet is another option, especially if you’re a foodie. Included in your all-inclusive package are gourmet, locally-sourced meals from a talented team of chefs. You can also participate in cooking demos to up your kitchen game. You can burn off the extra vacation calories by hiking one of many trails around the lodge. Then, treat your sore muscles to a spa with an “Aquagarden,” which features a swoon-worthy waterfall and an outdoor “horizon-edge” whirlpool that are perfect for melting stress away.

• Time from NYC: 4 hours
• Location: Barnard, VT

The storied Vermont resort and spa is as five-star as they come. The adults-only property, which sits on 300 lush acres, offers 30 luxuriously appointed cottages and suites and plenty of unique amenities. The resort, renowned for its customizable culinary experiences, can also whip up a picnic for you and your guests. And boredom isn’t on the menu. Experience a tour of their honeybee hives or buzz about with a game of croquet, tennis or canoeing.