Track-side at the Saratoga Springs’ legendary Race Course, Brentwood Hotel boasts 12 carefully appointed rooms, with Billykirk leathers and Sharktooth textiles alongside Persian rugs and antique finds from local markets.

About two hours northwest of New York is Scribner's Catskill Lodge, a perfect rural lodge to escape the city surrounded by mountains in a cozy space. And yes, there are many fireplaces. Perched high on a hill, this small 38-room hotel is completely integrated into nature.