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Minnewaska Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Minnewaska State Park

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A lodge with a prominent front porch, a stone staircase leading up to the entrance, and a view of a rocky cliff in the background.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window.
A room with two black leather chairs, a round marble table with a single orange object, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A spacious dining area with wooden floors, high ceilings, and large windows.
A large, modern building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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3116 US-44, Gardiner, NY, 12525
  • Place, Minnewaska State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, State University of New York-New Paltz
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

2 Full Beds With Cliff View And Deck

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

2 Full Beds With Deck

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 King Bed With Cliff View And Deck

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a table, and a window with a view of greenery.

1 King Bed With Cliff View And Deck

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table. There is a window with a view of trees.

1 King Bed With Deck

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and dark pillows. There are bedside tables with lamps, and a large mirror on the wall.

2 Full Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a table, and a window with a view of greenery.

1 King Bed With Cliff View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a table, and a window with a view of greenery.

1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gardiner

In state park.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Minnewaska State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Shawangunk Mountains. Whitecliff Vineyard is within 6 miles (10 km) and State University of New York-New Paltz is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Minnewaska State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Shawangunk Mountains - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • State University of New York-New Paltz - 8 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Mohonk Golf Course - 15 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 26 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone House Tavern - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sideshow Kitchen & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lola's Cafe & Catering - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Underground Coffee and Ales - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Founder’s Room - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Minnewaska Lodge

3-star hotel near Minnewaska State Park
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Minnewaska Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Gardiner hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Minnewaska Lodge offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Gardiner hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Minnewaska Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Minnewaska Lodge Gardiner
Minnewaska Gardiner
Minnewaska Lodge Hotel
Minnewaska Lodge Gardiner
Minnewaska Lodge Hotel Gardiner

Frequently asked questions

How close is Minnewaska Lodge to the airport?

Minnewaska Lodge is 22.2 mi (37-min drive) away from the Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minnewaska Lodge?

As of Jul 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minnewaska Lodge on Jul 28, 2026 start from $272, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Minnewaska Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Minnewaska Lodge.

How close is Minnewaska Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 4.6 mi (7-min drive) from Lake Minnewaska Beach and 11.4 mi (21-min drive) from Lake Awosting Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Minnewaska Lodge offer free breakfast?

Minnewaska Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Minnewaska Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Minnewaska Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Minnewaska Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Minnewaska Lodge have a pool?

Minnewaska Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Minnewaska Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Minnewaska Lodge to downtown Gardiner?

Minnewaska Lodge is 3.9 mi away from Gardiner.

Minnewaska Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 613 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast, views, service, and hiking trails.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness
Best visit ever for relaxation and peace!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Will be back for sure. Supper dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice & wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room pretty lobby hiking on grounds, great german restaurant a cross the street close to new paltz and other near by towns
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little mountain lodge
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lodge wirh an incredible view.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have now stayed at the lodge twice. It has been a relaxing, amazing stay both times!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great atmosphere. Relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

glenndena

This stay was UNFORGETTABLE! The hotel was beautiful and the room was spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb lodge resort situated in a State Park near New Paltz. Great staff, beautiful rooms, amazing vreakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, spacious and quiet. The view and common areas were lovely for relaxing, working or coffee/breakfast. And, it was. so nice to have trails onsite as well as be near Minnewaska and Mohonk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views. Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful breakfast with good, strong coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the rooms are lovely with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around amazing spot!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff and the charm of the place and the nice room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location, very nice rooms. Great breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Makeda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great peaceful stay. Can’t wait to go back :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxing place to stay off-season. Just make sure you like big dogs.
The view from our room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stood there last month for our anniversary. It was so nice and quiet. The staff were nice. If you want to eat you have to go into town there was a restaurant across the street but it was close the day I was there. The lodge is close to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dimitris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the personnel really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is really a hidden gem. We could not have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This will be our go-to place whenever we visit our daughter at college. The Minnewaska Lodge is in a beautiful spot. The common area and most rooms have a view of the Shawangunk cliffs. It’s a great place to relax after a hard day of skiing, climbing or hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless. Great breakfastz plenty to do in the area. If you have xc skis or snowshoes bring them!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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