Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

The embodiment of the Hamptons, Gurney's is the only hotel in Montauk that's open year-round. Stylish, sexy, and focused on service, the resort is a crowded, see-and-be-seen hot spot during the summer season when prices spike. But booking May through September gives you access to the 1,000-square-foot private beach, with its array of lounges and daybeds, as well as The Beach Club for food and beverage service. However, certain sitting is reserved only, so make sure to enquire about where you can sunbathe.

Standard rooms feature natural cotton and linens and a crisp, nautical palette of white, beige, gray, and navy. Don't be fooled by the bathroom's old brass fixtures; the rainfall showerheads are as modern as they come. If you like steam rooms, you'll love the Finnish Rock Sauna, Russian Steam Room, and Roman Bath at the Seawater Spa, which offers Thalasso therapies. The indoor-outdoor seawater pool is a draw, too, as are the five dining-and-drinking options, including a sibling to Manhattan's renowned Scarpetta.

Category: Luxury

Location: Montauk, New York

Typical starting/peak prices: $305/$740

Best for: Couples, friends

Booking: https://bom.so/bbTXPR