Mohonk Mountain House
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New Paltz, NY
In 1869, rocky cliffs rising above a crystal blue, glacial lake in the Hudson River Valley inspired Albert Smiley to create Mohonk Mountain House as a resort where guests could renew body, mind, and spirit in a beautiful natural setting. Now, over 150 years later, this historic New York hotel is still owned and operated by the Smiley family. What began as a small guesthouse evolved into a Victorian castle with fanciful turrets, local stone, and gabled-frame constructions, set on 1,200 acres of spectacular scenery. The award-winning, eco-friendly spa marks the resort’s first addition in more than 100 years. The 30,000-square-foot spa wing blends seamlessly with the existing building, enhancing the timeless ambiance of this historic resort. A U.S. National Historic Landmark since 1986, Mohonk Mountain House is truly among the most historic hotels in America. Mohonk Mountain House has been named to these Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Lists The 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Gingerbread DisplayThe 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections The 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Romantic Hotels The 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Gingerbread DisplayThe 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Afternoon Tea ExperiencesThe 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Historic Golf CoursesThe 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Romantic HotelsThe 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Gingerbread DisplaysThe 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Magnificent Art CollectionsThe 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Historic Golf CoursesThe 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent GardensThe 2023 Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Afternoon Tea ExperiencesThe 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art CollectionsThe 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent GardensThe 2021 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America f
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