With summer temperatures rising and New York City already welcoming an influx of visitors for the FIFA World Cup, many travelers are looking for nearby escapes that offer a change of pace without the hassle of a long-haul trip.
Whether it’s a two-hour drive into the countryside, a weekend by the beach, or a quick flight to a destination rich in history and Southern charm, these luxury properties offer the perfect excuse to leave the city behind for a few days.
Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection | Washington, Connecticut
2-hour drive from NYC
For a restorative girls’ getaway, Mayflower Inn & Spa offers a peaceful escape on 58 acres of manicured gardens and woodland in the heart of Connecticut’s Litchfield Hills. The intimate 35-room retreat is home to The Retreat at Mayflower Inn, a 20,000-square-foot wellness sanctuary featuring holistic spa treatments, hydrotherapy circuits, movement classes, and meditation spaces designed to help guests truly unwind. Between spa appointments, guests can enjoy leisurely lunches, browse charming antique shops and boutiques throughout Litchfield County, hike nearby trails, or simply relax with a book by the pool or gardens.
EHP Resort & Marina | East Hampton, NY
2.5-hour drive from NYC
For those craving ocean breezes and waterfront dining, EHP Resort & Marina offers an elevated Hamptons escape just a few hours from the city. Following a multimillion-dollar transformation, the nine-acre waterfront resort features luxurious suites and standalone cottages, making it ideal for couples, families, or groups of friends. Guests can spend their days boating, relaxing by the marina, or dining at Sí Sí, the resort’s vibrant open-air Mediterranean restaurant overlooking Three Mile Harbor, before starting the next morning with fresh pastries and coffee from Buongiorno.
Keswick Hall | Charlottesville, Virginia
90-minute flight from NYC
Just over a 90-minute flight from New York City, Keswick Hall offers an elevated escape in the heart of Virginia wine country. Set on 600 acres overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Five-Star resort invites guests to unwind with championship golf on its Pete Dye-designed course, holistic spa treatments, and dining at Marigold by Jean-Georges. During the summer and early fall, suite guests can also experience the resort’s exclusive Suite Sunday Polo offering in partnership with King Family Vineyards, featuring private transportation to Roseland Polo, premium mid-field seating, Virginia wines and seasonal canapés, and an insider’s look at one of Charlottesville’s most beloved Sunday traditions. Together, the experience blends wine, sport, and Southern hospitality into a quintessential Virginia weekend.
The Ann Savannah | Savannah, GA
2-hour flight from NYC
Families looking to trade the city’s crowds for Southern hospitality will find the perfect home base at The Ann Savannah, the city’s first apartment-style boutique hotel. Located in Savannah’s Historic District, the all-suite property features accommodations ranging from studios to four-bedroom layouts, each complete with full kitchens, in-unit laundry, and spacious living areas. Families can spend their days exploring Savannah’s picturesque squares and museums, catching a Savannah Bananas game, taking a sightseeing cruise aboard the iconic Savannah Riverboat, heading out on a dolphin-watching tour, strolling River Street, and cooling off with a scoop from the legendary Leopold’s Ice Cream before returning to enjoy dinner or cocktails at the hotel’s onsite café and bar, Little James. With the comforts of home and the city’s top attractions just steps away, The Ann Savannah makes it easy to settle in for a memorable long weekend.
