| set in bear mountain state park and overlooking hessian lake, this informal hotel in a 1915 stone-built property is a 7-minute walk from bear mountain ice rink and less than a mile from bear mountain bridge. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. unfussy rooms in the main building feature free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs; lodge rooms add kitchenettes. dining options include a tapas bar, a cafe and a refined restaurant with a vaulted ceiling and an imposing stone fireplace. continental breakfast and parking are complimentary. there's also a spa, a gift shop and meeting/event spaces. rustic stone 6-bedroom cottages feature shared living areas, porches, but no wi-fi
John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 14
Bear Mountain Bridge (8 min)
Mountain, autumn leaf color, and river Storm King State Park (20 min)
1,884-acre park offering hiking paths open from dawn to dusk. No on-site toilets available. Storm King Art Center (28 min)
500-acre open-air sculpture park, open seasonally, with tram tours, bike rentals & a cafe. Bear Mountain State Park (16 min)
Lush, mountainous park featuring picnic sites, fishing areas, a swimming pool, trails & more. Breakneck Ridge (25 min)
1,442-ft. peak with a challenging 4-mile trail with several summits, rock scrambling & river views. Anthony's Nose (9 min)
Appalachian Trail mountain with a moderate, dog-friendly hiking trail leading to panoramic views. Croton Point Park (25 min)
508-acre riverfront park with a boat launch, campground, fishing, picnic areas, a playground & more. Hudson Highlands State Park (36 min)
This 7,400 acre area runs along the Hudson River & offers vistas & trails for all fitness levels. Storm King Mountain (22 min)
Rising 1,340 ft above sea level, this mountain in a state park features hiking trails & hunting. Croton Gorge Park (29 min)
Set at the base of Croton Dam, this 97-acre site offers fishing, hiking & other seasonal recreation. Bull Hill (23 min)
Forested mountain linked to a popular folk story & laced with hiking routes above Hudson River. Boscobel House and Gardens (19 min)
Scenic 1800s estate featuring period furnishings, extensive gardens, guided tours & hiking trails. Bear Mountain (23 min)
Mountain in the Hudson Highlands offering hiking, boating, picnic facilities, an inn & more. Pollepel Island (25 min)
Boat & kayak tours are available to visit this 13.4-acre island & the ruins of Bannerman Castle. Perkins Memorial Tower (24 min)
Panoramic views over the forested Hudson River valley from a mountaintop observation tower. | 
