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Our Favorite Lakeside Retreats for a Serene Stay

Not all lakes are created equal. Some, high in the mountains, are cozy places to get away, meant for hiking and taking in the views. Some are in the desert, meant for boating and watersports. Whatever your preferred climate for lake life, head to one of these hotels for an amazing stay.

Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa

Lake Placid, NY

While most eco-friendly resorts conjure images of outdoor showers and stripped-back amenities, Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa isn’t most eco-friendly resorts. This AAA four-diamond retreat, considered the best place to stay in Lake Placid, is through-and-through luxury. Overlooking Mirror Lake and the Adirondack High Peaks, the hotel’s opulent accommodations, transcendent spa, and fine dining provide a welcome respite from the day-to-day. Considered one of the most beautiful lakeside hotels in the country, this is the place to be for your summer getaway.

Bluebird Sunapee

Newbury, NH

Lake Sunapee may not be topping the most-exotic destination list, but in an era where exotic destinations are overflowing with tourists, there are benefits to that. Bluebird Sunapee is a lovely hotel with cabin-inspired decor, meaning it’s exactly where you want to stay when it’s time to get back to nature. Head out to the local trails to get some major scenic views, or hit the beach with the family. When it’s all said and done, gather to face off in the game room or splash around at the indoor pool. This rustic retreat has all the bells and whistles to ensure you have an elevated stay, up in the mountains.

The Carpenter Hotel

Austin, TX

In an old pecan grove on the edge of Zilker Park in South Austin sits your perfect Austin home base, The Carpenter Hotel. An aggressively cool spot where days are full of sunshine, hours are spent lazing by the water with a book, and thoughtful American food with a Texan twist. Each room has its own terrace, and there are plenty of public spaces to relax onsite. When you’re not exploring the cooling waters of Barton Springs, the meandering Green Belt, or Downtown Austin, fuel up at the all-day cafe or Carpenters Hall, or take your food poolside. This design-forward hotel is relatively affordable, making it great for couples, families, groups, and solo travelers who want to feel like locals.

Drake Devonshire

Prince Edward County, Ontario

A small boutique hotel, Drake Devonshire is the type of place you’ll want to rent out with your closest friends for one big getaway. With all the benefits of a hotel (like a restaurant and general store) but the intimate setting of a house, you’ll have everything you could possibly want to explore the area. Sleek, bold and modern design emanates from every corner—black, white and natural woods contrast smartly with bright splashes of color and pattern throughout the space, particularly in creative uses of wood and glass. A curated and ever-rotating art collection is on display as well, ensuring that natural beauty won’t be the only type you see during your stay.

The Heat Hotel

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Long a destination for people in the Southwest to experience their share of lake life, Lake Havasu City provides an exciting vacation for people of all ages. The Heat Hotel, located on the water, is a great home base to explore all the natural beauty and aquatic fun this desert city has to offer. With a patio bar overlooking the water and even a dock for boats, this clean, contemporary hotel offers guests a comfortable, worry-free stay.