Fodor's Expert Review The Emerson Resort & Spa

A top-to-bottom renovation made this longtime favorite once again one of the region's best destinations, especially for families who take advantage of activities in and around the hotel, from fishing and tubing in the summer to skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, as well as excellent on-site amenities, like a spa and restaurant. Head to the nearby towns of Phoenicia and Woodstock for an afternoon of antiquing, pamper yourself with couples massages and relaxing body wraps in the spa, or catch some rays by the pool. The restaurant draws locals for its farm-to-table cuisine. Rooms in the Adirondacks-style lodge have beautiful wood trim, peaked ceilings, and a relaxed vibe. Those in the inn are more modern and include touches like gas fireplaces and jetted tubs.