Sizzling Summer Savings this weekend only: Just $79 per night!

Recently named a Top 10 US Travel Destination by Lonely Planet, there’s never been a better time to visit the Hudson Valley- by taking advantage of this sizzling summer special, you can beat the city heat this weekend for only $79* per night! 

Perfectly situated in the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains and surrounded by gorgeous Catskill views, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the perfect weekend escape.

Explore the beautiful Hudson Valley while staying in style and enjoying our resort amenities!

With a challenging 18-hole par 71 Championship golf course and a full service health spa on site, enjoy our indoor or outdoor pools, fitness centers, tennis and basketball courts, an arcade center, and more!

However you choose to spend your time, you can beat the city heat and get away to the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa while enjoying the best deal around!

Awosting Falls at Minnewaska

Located just 90 miles from New York City and adjacent to Minnewaska State Park, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the perfect escape from summer in the city.

Deals this good don’t come along often, so act now! 

Call our reservations department today at 888-948-3766 and be sure to mention “Sizzling Summer Savings” to receive this special rate!

Download and Read complete details about this Sizzling Summer Savings special here!

*This is a limited time offer, subject to availability.  Does not apply to existing reservations.  Rate is per room, per night for July 27th, 28th, and 29th.  Meals are not included. NYS taxes and resort fees apply.

The Comic’s Haven: It was an Honor.

The Old Catskills Resorts were once a haven for American Comedy; an honor which has forever made its mark on the region, if not the world.  Every year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers would flock to the Hudson Valley to relax in luxury, enjoy the outdoors, and be entertained by the pioneers of modern stand-up.

Milton Berle, George Burns, Sid Caesar, Don Rickles, Jackie Mason… the list goes on and on.  Perhaps the greatest legacy of The Kings of the Catskills is “the one-liner”.

While many of the old Catskill comics have passed on, the one liner still thrives today.  In honor of the Catskills heritage as a comedy haven, we’ve complied the best of the best of the one-liners of old.

I just got back from a pleasure trip. I took my mother-in-law to the airport.

I've been in love with the same woman for 49 years. If my wife ever finds out, she'll kill me!

The doctor gave a man six months to live. The man couldn't pay his bill, so the doctor gave him another six months.

You have the Midas touch. Everything you touch turns to a muffler. 

A doctor has a stethoscope up to a man's chest. The man asks, "Doc, how do I stand?" The doctor says, "That's what puzzles me!"

I wish my brother would learn a trade, so I would know what kind of work he's out of.

A car hit an elderly man. The paramedic says, "Are you comfortable?" The man says, "I make a living."

I was playing golf. I swung, missed the ball, and got a big chunk of dirt. I swung again, missed the ball, and got another big chunk of dirt. Just then, 2 ants climbed on the ball saying, "Let's get up here before we get killed!" 

Doctor: "You'll live to be 60!" Patient: "I AM 60!" Doctor: "See! What did I tell you?"

Patient: "I have a ringing in my ears." Doctor: "Don't answer!"

While the days of Catskill Comedy may be gone, the Hudson Valley is still a favorite destination for tens of thousands of visitors every year.  With endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment, relaxation, and outdoor activites, it’s no wonder.

Formerly "The Granit", The Hudson Valley Resort & Spa, is honored to have been a part of the great Catskill haven of comedy.  Conveniently located just 90 miles from New York City, we're always happy to host groups of any size.  With 41,000 sq. ft. of banquet and meeting space, grand ballrooms and theater, we’re tickled pink to have you.  Give us a look, and find out how affordable true customer service and comfort can be.

Top 20 Hudson Valley Mother's Day Quotes

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, we decided to gather up the top 20 Quotes which best exemplify the personal crisis which every mother in the Hudson Valley finds herself facing sooner or later- speaking with the same clichés her own mother used! 

20) “If everyone else jumped off a cliff, would you?”

19) “It’s all fun and games until someone loses an eye.”

18) “Do you think I was born yesterday?”

17) “Why? Because I said so, that's why!”

16) “Money doesn't grow on trees!”

15) “Don’t put that in your mouth.”

14) “Did you put on clean underwear? What will people think if you’re in an accident?”
13) “Wash behind your ears—I can see carrots growing back there.”
12) “Finish your meal—there are children starving in (misc. impoverished country)
11) “Would you eat like that on a first date?”
10) “Would it hurt to call once in a while?”

9) “Are you proud of yourself?”

8) “I went through labor, and you can't even do this one little thing?”

7) “I’ll give you something to cry about”

6) “I’m the one who brought you here, don’t think I can’t take you out.”

5) “Slow down. You’ve got your whole life to be a grown up.”
4) “You call that a broken heart? You’ve got a lot of living to do.”
3) “If you keep making that face, it’s going to freeze that way.”
2) “Sticks and stone may break your bones, but names will never hurt you.”

And finally....
1) “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.”

At Hudson Valley Resort & Spa, we respect the enormous personal sacrifices mothers make for their families, and understand the daily stress and fatigue they endure.      

This Mother’s Day, there’s no better way to show your mom that you care than by giving the gift of relaxation- and there’s no better way to relax than a trip to the Spa.  That's why we're offering deeply discounted room rates and 10% off spa treatments with our Mother's Day Weekend Spa Getaway. 

Do you have a favorite Mom Cliché, or have you coined a new one yourself?  Comment below, and tell us about it!

History of the Catskill Resorts

The Catskills have long been a center of American leisure and recreation; nothing exemplifies this rich heritage more than the history of the grand Catskill Resorts.

The Granit Hotel, circa 1940's

Initially drawn to the area by the scenic beauty and pastoral natural harmony of life in the Catskills, vacationers seeking refuge from the hectic hustle of daily life in New York City began flocking to area hotels in the early 20th century.

By the 1950’s The Catskills had become synonymous with the American leisure lifestyle.  Grand Hotels like The Concord, Grossingers, The Granit, and the Tamarack Lodge gave rise to a unique Catskill culture which drew in hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

Serving up non-stop meals and endless entertainment, the Catskill Resorts were the training ground for world renowned comedians such as Woody Allen, Mel Brooks, Rodney Dangerfield, Jerry Lewis, The Three Stooges, and many others.  Other popular performers at the Catskill Resorts included Benny Goodman, Mel Torme, and Barbara Streisand.

The Concord, circa 1959

As American attitudes shifted through the 60’s and 70’s, the growing demand for outdoor recreation made the Catskills Resorts a popular destination for people eager to explore the area’s majestic landscape, hike along the regions extensive network of trails, and enjoy the beautifully manicured golf courses which several resorts had to offer. 

By the turn of the 21st century, the realities of a changing world economy forced many of the Catskill resorts to close their doors. Grossingers, The Concord, the Tamarack lodge, and most others have all disappeared.  

Incorporating new opportunities for recreation, health and wellness, the few resorts which remain today are going strong, and proudly continue to preserve the rich heritage of the grand Catskill Resort tradition.  

Formerly The Granit,
the Hudson Valley  Resort today

Formerly known as the Granit, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the perfect destination for groups of all sizes.  Situated on 400 gorgeous acres with stunning mountain views, this beautifully renovated Catskill Resort offers guests an unparalleled Catskill experience.

For those seeking the perfect balance of charm and comfort, the Catskills are still King.

Have a memory of the Catskills to share?  Comment below, and tell us about it!

A Springtime Wedding in the Hudson Valley? What could be more perfect!

Let this be our destiny . . .

to love, to live,

to begin each new day together,

to share our lives forever.

What could be more perfect than a springtime wedding in the Hudson Valley?

Whether you prefer an intimate outdoor ceremony, or an elegant Ballroom reception, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the natural choice for your special day.

No where else will you find the perfect balance of charm and comfort; an enchanting escape nestled among the beautiful Shawangunk Mountains, Hudson Valley Resort & Spa will impress even the most discerning guest.

The ultimate in elegance, the Grand Ballroom at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa hearkens back to a grander age.  Toast to your union beneath magnificent crystal chandeliers while our gracious and attentive staff cater to your every need.

Framed by stunning Catskill views, our courtyard Gazebo is picture perfect. Nearly as breathtaking is the Garden Terrace, a luxurious tent designed to add that special something to your once-in-a-lifetime event.

Of course, friends and family are invited to stay the weekend in this luxurious Catskill resort and relax in modern, comfortable rooms or suites enhanced with marble bathrooms and majestic mountain views.

Opportunities for recreation and relaxation abound, including golf on our 18-hole championship golf course, a full service European Health Spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, game room, and year-round miniature golf.

Unparallelled service, an excellent reputation for absolute attention to detail and breathtaking scenery.  Indoors or out, we can make your Hudson Valley wedding  an affair to remember.  

Want learn more about Weddings at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa?  Give us a call at 845-626-8888 and our professional wedding coordinator will be happy to help plan your perfect day! 

Catskill Mountains - Jewel of the American Landscape

The Catskill Mountains; jewel of the great American landscape- long the muse of poets, painters, musicians and writers alike, the enchanted Catskills remain as mysterious and evocative as ever.

The eyes of the world were turned towards the Catskills and the Hudson Valley in the mid- 19^th century by the masterpiece landscapes of the Hudson River School painters whose stunning romantic depictions of the region’s natural beauty forever changed the image of the New World. 

Depicting the Catskills as the ultimate embodiment of nature’s sublime beauty; the Hudson River School artists regarded these mountains as a sort of primeval eden.  Is it any wonder?

From the majestic cascade of Katterskill Falls to the dramatic eastern profile of the Escarpment, from the cool crags of Platte Clove to the legendary Willowemoc creek, the Catskills are truly “forever wild”.  

Home to bobcat, mink, fishers, coyote and black bear, the Catskills Mountains are a precious refuge for the preservation of countless species.

Protected by Article 14 of the State’s constitution, the Catskill Park consists of 700,000 acres of public land, and 287,500 acres of forest preserve which offer the visitor endless possibilities for outdoor adventure and exploration.

Opportunities for hunting, camping, fishing, and canoeing; challenging hiking trails, striking landscapes and scenic mountain roads, unique cultural events and quaint villages define the Catskill region today.

Situated on the south-eastern edge of the “blue line”, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the perfect place to discover the natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains for yourself.

Have a favorite feature of the Catskill region, or a memory to share?  Comment below, and tell us about it!

Polka Party! Musik-Fest Weekend with Adam Barthalt

That’s right, polka people, it’s time to polka party! We’re thrilled to announce that International Polka Hall of Fame Inductee Adam Barthalt will be appearing at  the International Musik-Fest Weekend right here at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa!

Awarded high honors from the Austrian National tourist association and the Government of Slovenia for his immense contribution to cultural heritage, Adam has been bringing happiness to the hearts of Polka Lovers everywhere for more than 30 years!

This three day event promises to be a non-stop polka party, with some of the best polka musicians you’ll ever see!

Featured performers will include Jerry Intihar, Frank Moravick, Linda Hocevar, Bud Gramer, Fritz Scherz, and Lifetime Polka Music Award winner, Walter Groller!  What a lineup!

In addition to your room in this beautiful Catskill resort, guests who register for this weekend event package will be received by a two hour welcome party, enjoy six mouth-watering meals, a cocktail party, a pizza party and a Viennese hour, attend a polka mass, and then say farewell with a Bloody Mary and Screwdriver party!

And of course, there’s a European Health Spa, Fitness Gym, and a beautiful championship golf-course also available on site.  So polish up those dancing shoes and get ready to polka party!  Follow this link for more information!

Springtime in the Hudson Valley

"Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the result of their love!"

-Sitting Bull

The robins are busy building their nests and the tulips have pushed their way through the warming soil, blooming in defiance of winter’s chill.  

Everywhere delicate apple blossoms sweetly scent the brisk morning air.  

Bubbling brooks merrily meander through the ancient Catskill hemlock groves; secret, unseen and unspoiled by the multitudes of men.

Adorned with magnificent pink and white garlands of flowering mountain laurel, the quiet, shady trails of the fabled Shawangunks await, while jeweled hummingbirds flit about sipping sweet nectar like gentle fairies guarding their hallowed glades.

Quote the bard, "proud pied April, dressed in all his trim, Hath put a spirit of youth in every thing."

Planning a Springtime wedding? The Hudson Valley is the perfect place for your special day!

Come and relax your winter worries away in our full-service spa, or take in a round of golf on our 18 hole championship golf course.  Hudson Valley Resort and Spa has something for everyone.

Offering the ideal location for exploring the natural beauty of the Catskill and Shawangunk Mountains, The Hudson Valley Resort and Spa is the perfect springtime getaway. 

What do you love most about springtime in the Hudson Valley?
Comment below!