Minnewaska Lodge - Gardiner

Lodge at the foot of the Shawangunk Mountains with cliff views and on-site hiking trails in Gardiner, NY

Property Amenities

Minnewaska Lodge offers on-site hiking trails that connect directly to the base of the Shawangunk cliffs, allowing guests to step out for a morning scramble. The property maintains two gas fire pits with Adirondack chairs on the back lawn, plus heat lamps on the patio for cooler evenings. Guests also have access to a yoga room, a shared business center, and a minimarket for snacks and beverages.

Accommodations

The lodge provides air-conditioned King Rooms with Cliff View and Balcony, each equipped with a work desk and TV. All rooms come with private bathrooms and access to garden or mountain views from private balconies. Accommodations are pet-friendly upon request, and the property enforces a designated smoking area outside.

Dining

Each stay includes a complimentary breakfast buffet with warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, juice, and local sheep's milk yogurt from a nearby farm. On weekend evenings, the lodge serves complimentary wine and appetizers to guests in the great room. The property also has a coffee house on site with round-the-clock coffee and freshly baked cookies.

Pet-Friendly

Minnewaska Lodge Gardiner welcomes dogs with designated dog-friendly rooms and a policy that allows well-behaved pets throughout the property. The on-site hiking trails and outdoor picnic areas provide convenient exercise space for canine companions. The innkeeper also keeps bug spray and treats at the front desk for guests traveling with pets.

Location

The lodge sits at the base of the Shawangunk cliffs, a 15-minute hike up the road to the Mohonk Visitor Center and Trapps trailheads. It is 19 mi from Stewart International Airport and a short drive from Minnewaska State Park, Tuthilltown Spirits Distillery, and the village of New Paltz. The property itself is surrounded by 80 acres of woods, with multiple hiking trailheads accessible directly from the back lawn.

• Location: At the foot of the Shawangunk Mountains, 19 mi from Stewart International Airport
• Rooms: 26 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies and cliff views
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast buffet with local sheep's milk yogurt and fresh pastries
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly rooms available throughout the property
• Activities: On-site hiking trails, outdoor fire pits, and complimentary evening wine and appetizers