Mohonk Mountain House

Duration: 1 Day | New Paltz, NY | Meals Included: Lunch 

 

Trip Highlights:

 

Mohonk Mountain House

Welcome to Mohonk Mountain House, a grand Victorian castle resort nestled in the heart of Upstate New York’s Catskill Mountains. Founded in 1869 by Albert Smiley, this historic retreat began as a 10-room inn beside a serene glacial lake and was created to provide opportunities to recreation and inspire renewal of the body, mind, and spirit amid breathtaking natural beauty. More than a resort, Mohonk embodies a love of nature, preservation of history, and respect for the world around us. Begin your visit with their award-winning buffet lunch in the Main Dining Room, where the culinary team sources local fresh ingredients from some of the Hudson Valley’s finest farms to create flavorful and satisfying cuisine alongside some traditional Mohonk favorites. After lunch, enjoy an hour-long guided tour highlighting the Mountain House’s fascinating history and architecture.

 

Mohonk Mountain House History Talk

Enjoy a 45-minute private House History Talk, an immersive storytelling experience that brings to life the remarkable legacy of one of America’s most iconic resorts. Led by Mohonk’s knowledgeable staff or family historians, this engaging presentation invites guests to explore the origins, evolution, and cultural impact of the Mountain House over its 150+ year history.

 

Optional: Guided Hike on Resort

Take part in a guided half-mile hike across the resort’s grounds, where you’ll experience the natural beauty, fresh mountain air, and peaceful charm that define Mohonk Mountain House.

 

Free Time at Mohonk Mountain House

Enjoy time to explore the resort at your own pace. Stroll the magnificent Mountain House, wander through the vibrant Greenhouse and Victorian Gardens, or browse the extensive Gift Shop where you’ll receive a 20% discount on unique Mohonk treasures.

 

Meal Information:

 

Lunch is included at the Mohonk Mountain House

Lunch will be served buffet-style and features a selection of dishes ranging from farm-fresh salads to handmade pasta. Enjoy the “Chef’s Action Station,” a new style of dining allowing you to see Mohonk’s culinary team in action. Food is made to order right in front of you and can be customized to your liking. Enjoy traditional carving stations and farm-to-table salads, along with a pasta station, taco station, hot sandwich station, and much more.

 

Menus are subject to change.

 

Need to Know:

• Optional guided hike on the resort grounds: proper footwear (sneakers or boots) is required.

• Attire for the dining room is casual.

• Every Starr trip includes deluxe round-trip motorcoach transportation from one or more of our departure locations.

• A Starr Tour Director will accompany you on this trip.

 

Accessibility:

Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.