it has been twenty years since my last visit and other than a name change, not much has changed! Now, as well as then, I came with a group and that is where the good time is! The hotel is huge, grounds are huge.....and for a group you can have alot of fun......but it is not for a single family... More

We stayed here planning a romantic night in the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains. The lobby is absolutely beautiful. Once you're out of there it's all down hill. First, we didn't eat before arriving because we were told there is an on-premise restaurant. It was not open. Second, we were told there were spa and hot tub facilities available for... More

This area is gorgeous - its a 15 min drive to the main entrance to the lake minnewaska state park which has beautiful trails. But as you quickly realize once you drve through new paltz is that the area is a bit depressed. alot of shake houses and run down businesses. http://www.lakeminnewaska.org/ When you arrive here the first thing you... More

I had never heard of this place before but I like to do research before I am traveling so I took a look at the pictures and based on that I was excited to stay here but looks can be deceiving as I quickly discovered. Lobby -------- Very nice looking and big. It grabs you the minute you walk in.... More

I have recently been to this hotel for a very nice conference. This would be the only reason I'd ever stay there. The surroundings are beautiful even at 6 degrees F. However, the hotel itself could use a real makeover.

My husband surprised me with New Year's eve at this property. Frankly, after reading the reviews and seeing the pictures, I was nervous and really not excited. As it turns out, we had a very nice time. The staff is exceptionally friendly, helpful and willing to help at all costs. Whoever does the hiring is doing a good job. The... More

We recently hosted a party at the HVR. The staff was absolutely fabulous, helpful friendly. We understood going in that they are still sprucing up the place, and we're pleased with the progress in restoring this wonderful place to it's former glory. We were so happy we booked more parties with them and can't wait to go back. The value... More

Beautiful, Clean, Dog Friendly,excellent food,excellent entertainment. Great service workers. We loved it & will return.

First of all let me explain that I am a house concert presenter. Every year the Folk Alliance has a conference there. The check-in is easy. There is a warm welcoming open room with a bar on the side and a grand piano in the middle. They have a showroom and I think of all the old time comedians who... More