Little Cat Lodge

The Hudson Valley’s Little Cat Lodge is named not for a specific little cat, but for Catamount Mountain, in whose shadow the town of Hillsdale, New York stands. This is a properly rural escape, make no mistake — but it’s also within driving distance of both Boston and New York City, and attracts urban travelers with the promise of well-considered retro-Alpine style as well as a restaurant conceived by its hosts, who are also award-winning restaurateurs.

Little Cat Lodge’s rooms and suites have been thoroughly updated, though they’re dressed in a throwback style that’s true to the ski culture of upstate New York and western Massachusetts, and influenced by classic European chalets as well. The custom-made beds were crafted from local wood, and the comforts, though short of luxury-resort territory, are more than up to the challenge of restoring tired skiers. Meanwhile the lodge’s public spaces are surprisingly substantial: the hotel’s dining room opens onto an expansive covered terrace, and the tavern combines a bar and a casual restaurant under a single roof.

Photography by Chris Mottalini.

Booking Details: Little Cat Lodge requires additional information from guests to ensure the best stay possible. As such, reservations can only be confirmed through our customer service team. Contact us for assistance. Rates begin at 250 USD per night.