My husband and I were looking for a quiet "last get-a-way" before his deployment this april. With the guidance of my sister in law, she told us about Minnewaska Lodge. When we walked in Patrick greeted us and Becky the manager came out to greet us as well. They both made us feel at home and we both really enjoyed talking to them. Patrick helped us by going above and beyond (i'm in hospitality as well) by calling a few a places for us to get information on tours etc before we could even blink an eye. The room had a beautiful view of the cliff in the back of the property and our first night there it snowed enough to get some very beautiful pictures of the property. We sat around the first two nights with wine in hand at there fire pits. The breakfasts were homemade, hot, and delicious. I will be coming back for some R&R while my husband is away. :-)

The location is beautiful, the room was nice, the staff was helpful, and the food was good. We really enjoyed our stay there. It is great in winter (you can rent cross country skis at EMS right next store) and I am sure will be great in summer as well.

This was my 2nd visit to the lodge. It won't be the last. I'll tell you why. 1st of all...there are not many places to stay in this outdoor paradise. The Lodge is the only one that offers a rustic, yet totally comfortable, accommodating, and picturesque setting. 2nd - it feels right. When you choose to spend time in the New Paltz area, your values are reinforced by this lodge. All traditional options are available, yet they are done with integrity - environmental awareness is evident throughout. Breakfast is healthy, tasty (fresh baked breads, fresh fruits, hard boiled eggs, yogurt,granola) and aesthetically displayed, and responsible recycling behavior is encouraged. The gathering room for breakfast is very appealing - lots of seating, tables, chairs, fireplace and a great view of the ridge. Lots of outlets to plug in phones and other electronic devices, too..There is an outside area to eat, chill, and an awesome view of the ridge. 3rd - the staff was VERY accommodating, upgrading our room, just because they could. Don't miss the delish chocolate chip cookies, coffee and tea available 24/7. Just one warning - two story building with no elevator - so if stairs are on issue, ask for a room on the first floor. I will return often to this gem.

If you are looking for some R&R,
If you looking for a romantic getaway,
If you want to explore the the best state park in New York,
If you are just passing through.
Minnewaska Lodge is the perfect place and will meet all of your needs, desires and wants. You will find the accommodations to be just great and the staff is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.

Don't pass it up!