Ahhh, the Hudson Valley. Stretching from the northern tip of Manhattan all the way to Albany, the Hudson Valley is all about life along the Hudson River – and beyond. Think winding boulevards, old-money mansions, apple orchards, Victorian cottages, and picturesque farms. In fact, the Hudson River School’s painters have romanticized and immortalized these landscapes, especially the region’s famous fall foliage. And since it’s so full of charm, character, and history, the Valley is bursting with bed and breakfasts that capture its very essence. We were deluged with choices when we looked for options for the best B&B in Hudson Valley. B&Bs have a long history in this laidback and gorgeous region, with many of them being historic landmarks, having been around since the 1800s.
With a beauty rivaling the English countryside and a rich history dating back to the colonial era, it’s no wonder that the Valley is rife with many kinds of B&Bs for all kinds of travelers. Plus, not only were the B&B options spread out across all the towns and villages in the Valley, but they also had different budgets, vibes, and even the kind of stay overall. Here’s a useful guide to the best bed and breakfasts in this gorgeous New York Valley.
Our Favorite Bed & Breakfast in Hudson Valley
- Casa Hudson, Haverstraw
- Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast, Salisbury Mills
- Twin Gables Of Woodstock, Woodstock
- Hudson B&B, Hudson
- Wm. Farmer And Sons, Hudson
- The Stagecoach Inn, Goshen
- Morgan State House Inn, Albany
- Inn At Silver Maple Farm, East Chatham
- Albergo Allegria Hotel & Breakfast Restaurant, Windham
- Saugerties Lighthouse B&B, Saugerties
- Howland House, Mount Tremper
Historic Stays
Casa Hudson, Haverstraw
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Tucked in an Italian Renaissance villa, Casa Hudson in the quaint historic village of Haverstraw is a modern interpretation of a B&B. Who would have thought we’d find an Italian Renaissance villa in the Hudson Valley? But we did! This bed and breakfast is a true “pensione” (a small Italian hotel/boarding house) and was once an 1850s brickyard owner’s home. Today, it’s a stunning, modern bed and breakfast with spectacular Hudson River views, original details like exposed brick, the yesteryear staircase, and the massive bygone-era front door.
Meet The Hosts
The villa has been meticulously and lovingly designed and restored by owners Andrea Caccuro, an NYC fashion executive, and Nelson Diaz, her business partner and a NY/Miami artist. They embarked on restoring this Italian Renaissance villa in 2010, little realizing what the outcome was going to be. Today, the labor of their love hosts some of the Valley’s most interesting events, from “Italian Style Tomato Canning Classes” to “Chef’s Table.” They also won the coveted “Rockland Historical Society Preservation Merit Award” for restoring their villa via adaptive use.
Food And Drink
Every morning, Nelson would whip up a delicious and healthy continental breakfast with rolls, excellent coffee, and the highlight — Italian Nutella pastries! They even offered us breakfast in bed, which bowled us over. What’s more, we could use their kitchen if we wanted to whip something up, like eggs, and we could even have vanilla yogurt from the fridge. Later on, he and Andrea would hang out and chat about the history of the B&B and the surrounding neighborhood.
The Rooms
We had the choice of three rooms here, all of which had the same comforts but were yet different in essential ways. For one, they all have private ensuites with baths, showerheads, and bespoke bath products. Two rooms had Hudson River views, and one even had a Juliet balcony overlooking the grounds. The largest room overlooked the garden and even had a clawfoot bathtub, a large Roman private bath, and a seating area as well.
Finally, the front porch was one of the best places in the villa to sit quietly and enjoy magnificent views of the majestic Hudson River while sipping on wine or coffee.
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Howland House, Mount Tremper
In the heart of the Catskill Mountains sits the Howland House, a restored 1850s inn. Since its opening, the inn has gone through various incarnations. However, the proprietors fell in love with the name from an old 1921 postcard: Howland House boarding house, thus reviving the name and honoring the place’s history.
- Meet the hosts: For a decade, Eva and William Clark frequented a cabin in the bucolic environs of the Woodland Valley, hoping to lay down roots and transform a house. While William was a former property manager and Eva had worked in design and marketing, they didn’t have any hospitality experience except for a love for old homes. So, when they purchased Howland House in 2019 and began a renovation project that ended in 2023, it was a truly home-grown operation.
- Food and drink: The food scene here is a bit different from a traditional B&B, as it boasts an 1870-built tavern/eatery, Oliver’s. Currently, the place has indoor and outdoor seating with two fire pits and plans to open the main dining room are underway. Their signature dishes include classic British steak and kidney pie, chicken pot pie, varied vegetarian hand pies, and new takes on comfort food like cabbage stew and beef, grilled cheese, and even soups. The best bit? All items cost USD 20 or less. The tavern is open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 4–9 pm and Friday-Saturday from 4–10 pm.
- Room type(s): The 10 accommodations include a king room, 5 queen ones, and 4 rooms with full-sized beds. Three are in one wing and share two hall baths, while the others all have private baths.
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Morgan State House Inn, Albany
Not for nothing has the Morgan State House Inn been voted the “Best in the Capital/Saratoga Region.” The 17-room Morgan State House Inn, a brownstone earlier, was the former home of Alice Morgan Wright. She was a fervent supporter of women’s suffrage, leading the way for women’s rights many times. Today, the inn is a veritable ode to European tradition and is as elegant and urban as it gets. It’s no wonder it’s considered one of the Hudson Valley’s best boutique hotels.
- Meet the hosts: Charles Kuhtic has been the owner and innkeeper since November 1995. He lovingly restores and runs the house with a dedicated and caring staff. In fact, many celebrities and political and business leaders have stayed here in the past.
- Food and drink: The inn serves an extensive continental buffet breakfast every morning at 7–10:30 am. During summer, the inn’s secluded English garden made for the most tranquil sanctuary. It was also where we’d enjoy breakfast and relax with beverages, surrounded by lovely blooms. When it’s cold, head inside and retreat to the comfort of the breakfast lounge with a roaring fire. For breakfast, we had fresh fruit, assorted cereals, juices, various types of bread, pastries, jams and jellies, eggs, teas, and their own coffee blends. The best bit? We could even take our breakfast to our room. We even had access to complimentary hot and cold beverages and snacks in the afternoons and evenings.
- Room type(s): We had the choice of 17 rooms, 11 of which are studios. All of them were beautifully decorated in a classic eclectic style. Moreover, they all had private ensuite bathrooms with plush robes and premium bath products, signature beds, and flatscreen TVs.
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Saugerties Lighthouse B&B, Saugerties
The Saugerties Lighthouse B&B is a landmark beacon on the Hudson River and a venerated aid for navigation. Even today, the restored red brick lighthouse is accessible to the public, and from the top, you can enjoy gorgeous views across the river. The early 20th-century lighthouse today is a B&B, a small museum, and a gift shop.
Of the seven still-standing Hudson River lighthouses, this one is unique as it’s the only one that we could access by land, a half-mile hike along a peninsula of sandy flats and boardwalks with panoramic views of the Hudson. And though it’s on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s more than a museum. This rustic building, constructed in 1869, now with an automated beacon light,
- Meet the hosts: Anna and Patrick Landewe, along with their 8-year-old lighthouse-keeper-in-training son, have been the joint innkeepers since 2011. In fact, Patrick has been around since 2005, and there’s a past keepers list dating back to the 1850s! Patrick wakes up first to make coffee, after which he and Anna jointly make breakfast.
- Food and drink: Breakfast was a hearty continental affair with local eggs prepared in various ways, maple syrup, pancakes, different types of bread, juices, teas, and coffees. Plus, we could carry our own food to the lighthouse.
- Room type(s): Two second-floor rooms accessible via a steep flight of stairs and a ladder are both simple but have comfortable beds, a shared bathroom with a composting toilet, and expansive views. The outdoor decks were a great place to unwind, with stairs leading directly to the beach. In fact, even the museum, with maritime artifacts, is a former bedroom. It even had a 20-minute documentary video on the lighthouse’s history and restoration.
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Modern B&Bs
Wm. Farmer and Sons, Hudson
The modern and eclectic Wm. Farmer and Sons sits on the beautiful water-facing Front Street in the lovely town of Hudson. In fact, staying on the waterfront was perfect for our happening upstate getaway. We loved the warm and welcoming inn, which boasted super cozy vibes perfect for our Hudson Valley vacation. In fact, it’s one of the best boutique hotels in Upstate New York.
- Meet the hosts: Owners Kirby and Kristan’s weekend visits to the Hudson Valley turned into all-out, full-time love in 2013 when they bought this historic 19th-century. With a baby on the way and ideas in their heads, they flagged off a two-year process that made the B&B what it is today. The inn’s name comes from the Farmer family’s long-standing naming tradition. But it’s also a direct tribute to Kirby’s father, who played an integral role in making this dream come true. The “and Sons” brought on the next two generations of William Farmers, Wm. Kirby and his son Wyeth.
- Food and drink: Despite not offering breakfast at this time, they do have a cozy, coppery onsite barroom and restaurant. It’s open Fridays-Tuesdays for small plates and seafood dinners, along with unique craft cocktails.
- Room type(s): Though they’re all unique, each one of the 15 well-appointed rooms had thoughtful touches that added a whole lot of personality. These included everything from vintage furniture and four-poster beds to brick walls and fireplaces. The four Annex Suites rounded out the stay offerings, which were perfect for families with kids. Nevertheless, all rooms have flatscreen TVs, plush beds, and luxe bathrooms with bespoke bath products/
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Albergo Allegria Hotel & Breakfast Restaurant, Windham
The Albergo Allegria Hotel & Breakfast Restaurant has been offering unparalleled hospitality in the Catskills since 1982. This hotel, in the heart of Windham, sits in the former Osborn House buildings and is Italian for the “Inn of Happiness.” It was purchased and lovingly restored by Lenore Radelich, who owned the La Griglia Ristorante right across the street. Today, the sprawling 21-room property incorporates the past into the present, complete with contemporary amenities.
- Meet the hosts: Hostesses Leslie and Marianna made us feel at home right from the minute we checked in, even giving us a tour of the house. What’s more, they listened to us and even considered our dietary restrictions. They also invited us to join any communal activities they had going on, such as bonfires!
- Food and drink: This hotel offers two kinds of breakfasts and has an onsite restaurant with a specific schedule. The first is a sit-down breakfast either in the breakfast room or via in-room dining, while the second is grab-and-go, which has options like crackers, hummus, and muffins. The sit-down menu had more options like made-to-order eggs, potatoes, muffins, and bacon, among others.
- Room type(s): We had four room types to choose from: standard, spacious, spa, and cottages. Some of them had oversized whirlpools and jetted bathtubs, while others had electric fireplaces and porches. In fact, the jetted bathtubs and whirlpools in the rooms make this place one of the best hotels with a jacuzzi in the room in New York. Nevertheless, all rooms boasted plush beds and private ensuite bathrooms.
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Romantic Stays
Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast, Salisbury Mills
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Not for nothing was Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast voted the “Best B&B” in 2009 and 2010 by Hudson Valley Magazine. It was once owned by John Caldwell Jr. and was the perfect place for a romantic interlude in the Hudson Valley.
- Meet the hosts: Dana and John Finneran are the current owners and innkeepers, with their daughter Megan Finneran serving as assistant innkeeper and head of operations. These guys were always ready to delve into the history of the Caldwell House and even suggested things to see and do around. And they took care of any last-minute whim we had.
- Food and drink: Breakfast daily at 9 am was the highlight of our stay, served in the Main House’s dining room or the Connemara House’s breakfast room. Moreover, the menu changed every morning, with favorites like bread, made-to-order eggs, Danish pastries, pancakes, seasonal fruit, juices, teas, and coffees. In fact, we could even enjoy a romantic three-course breakfast in our rooms. What’s the hallmark of great food? When they have a cookbook! In fact, we purchased their book, “I Would Like That Recipe,” when we checked out!
- Room type(s): Staying here felt perfectly in line with our much-needed romantic vacation. 14 rooms and suites here are divided across the Main (6), the Carriage (4), and the Connemara Houses (4). Many of these feature two-person jacuzzis and whirlpools, and our room, The Rock of Cashel, features a standalone deep-soaking bathtub right in the middle of the room! Moreover, they all had plush beds, flatscreen TVs, porches looking out to the greenery, seating areas, and luxe ensuite bathrooms.
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The Stagecoach Inn, Goshen
The Stagecoach Inn redefines romantic luxury living while honoring the history of the structure and the countryside. Built in 1747, it was only transformed into a B&B in 1985, having previously been a sheep farm, a horse breeding station, and even a private residence. Sprawled across green woodland in the heart of the Hudson Valley, the picturesque setting was ideal for a romantic getaway.
- Meet the hosts: Faith Ferguson and her husband, Ron Boire, became owners in 2014, following which they embarked on an ambitious two-year renovation journey. They also own Faith Ferguson Productions, which specializes in planning weddings and other celebrations right at the inn, which is a premier celebration destination.
- Food and drink: The food and drink scene is unique here. Breakfast is a hearty affair whipped up by Ron, which includes made-to-order eggs, coffee, truffled breakfast potatoes, and even the “Ron”hatten hangar steak! When we’d come home after a long day of exploring the Valley, innkeeper Carrie Ann would bake us some of her famous chocolate chip cookies as a delicious afternoon snack. Besides this, the inn also has an onsite restaurant, Dobbins Tavern, that’s open to everyone between 4 to 9 pm, Thursdays to Saturdays.
- Room type(s): This historic inn has just five unique rooms, so staying here felt very intimate. All rooms, including one queen room, have deluxe beds, Wi-Fi, flatscreen TVs, and luxurious ensuite bathrooms with bathrobes. Some have working fireplaces, and others have fully restored 1917 Art Deco bathtubs.
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Hudson B&B, Hudson
Tucked right in the heart of Hudson is the small and quaint Hudson B&B, a boutique inn that stole our hearts. The stately place sits in a 1790-built classic Federal-style house and truly felt like a romantic and relaxing home away from home.
“We loved staying at this authentic Hudson Valley B&B, and it was a wonderfully intimate and exclusive experience.”
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- Meet the hosts: Hostess Carolyn Lawrence, a former NYC interior designer, has beautifully blended her lifelong love for design, good conversations, and great food – and it shows. Her enthusiasm and energy were off the charts, and she took care of every detail to ensure that we were comfortable and satisfied during our stay. Accompanying her were Spike the cat, who spent a large part of the day snacking and sleeping, and Fred the dog, who greeted us enthusiastically with a volley of welcome barks.
- Food and drink: Carolyn also happens to be the chef here, who doles out the most delicious gourmet breakfasts we’ve ever had. Think French toast, pancakes, and breakfast omelets accompanied by juices, teas, and coffees. The best bit? It was served at our convenience—talk about the zenith of hospitality.
- Room type(s): With just three rooms, staying at Hudson B&B felt like we were living with our large, extended family. Moreover, all three rooms were extremely romantic, with ensuite bathrooms with bathtubs, bespoke bath products, and bathrobes in all of them! The luxurious Frette linens, flatscreen TVs, and Wi-Fi only added to the wonderful experience.
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Family-friendly Stays
Twin Gables of Woodstock, Woodstock
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Opening after a renovation in the spring of 2024, the for, by, and of artists’ Twin Gables of Woodstock is as iconic as it gets. Originally a private home in the 1880s, it became a boutique hotel in 1926. Even today, it’s a historic landmark around. However, its name actually comes from its worst-kept secret, the namesake, finished attic space of Twin Gables. This work + creative haven could be used to meditate and find your peace.
- Meet the hosts: Owners Azie and Travis Shelhorse, who, along with their sons Kingston and Hunter, transformed it into an art-centric boutique hotel in 2019. While Travis is an accomplished hotelier with more than two decades of hotel and leisure industry experience, Azie is an accomplished artist and interior designer with a well-rounded experience.
- Food and drink: Our days began with complimentary continental breakfasts of locally sourced baked goodies and fresh fruits. They were served fresh every day between 8:30 am and 10:30 am in the inn’s lovingly restored historic kitchen. Prior to breakfast, we’d enjoy morning coffee in the private gazebo on the grounds.
- Room type(s): Twin Gables is one of the few B&Bs that welcomes children of all ages, which was a delight to us. We chose 12 single, double, queen, and king rooms with shared and private bathrooms. Our Double Family Room, Room 10, had two queen beds, perfect for our family of 4 people. This airy and bright ground-floor Secret Garden suite was also one of the most in-demand rooms and came with a private bathroom.
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Inn at Silver Maple Farm, East Chatham
Yet another excellent family-friendly B&B was the Inn at Silver Maple Farm in East Chatham. Nestled in the Berkshire foothills, this premier B&B boasts gorgeous verdant grounds, beautiful gardens, and even a seasonal fire pit. In fact, their namesake, the Silver Maple tree, is native to Upstate New York and can be seen in the forests surrounding the B&B.
- Meet the hosts: Azie and Travis Shelhorse, who own the Twin Gables of Woodstock, also own this architectural gem. However, the affable Chloe and Sean are the innkeepers. Chloe, who’s Filipino, is a trained hotelier and pastry chef, while North Carolinian Sean is a jack of all trades. While he has a variety of work experience in country and golf clubs, he also brings his amazing culinary experience to Silver Maple Farm.
- Food and drink: Every morning, between 8 and 9:30 am, we’d dig into complimentary continental breakfasts of coffee, fruits, and fresh, local baked goods in the Great Room. We could also opt for the daily hot breakfast, which we did. It depended on the innkeeper’s amazing whims and included pancakes and quiches. Moreover, we could also access a 24/7 complimentary coffee/tea/water bar, a mini-fridge, and a microwave in the butler’s pantry off the Great Room.
- Room type(s): We had the choice of nine rooms and three suites, seven of which are on the ground floor, two on the second floor, and one in the loft. The most luxurious of them all, the exceptionally private Pines Duplex Suite, has a living room, bedroom, a luxe bathroom with a deep-soaking tub and Beekman 1802 bath products, and sweeping views of woodlands, the garden, and the hillside.
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Where to Stay in the Hudson Valley?
Hudson Valley, on the banks of the Hudson River, lies around two hours north of the Big Apple and just over three hours from “Beantown” Boston. What we loved was the quaint little towns that the Valley is so famous for. Whether one is an outdoors junkie, a history fiend, or an art aficionado, Hudson Valley has a town for everyone.
Firstly, there’s the Catskills, which was perfect since we wanted to spend our days exploring the Guggenheim or the MET. Moreover, the main town is a bustling creative hub with galleries and indie shops right on the alluring Main Street. Secondly, there’s the tiny town of Millerton in Duchess County. This place is perfect for those interested in retail therapy, thanks to the bohemian and high-end stores.
Thirdly, there’s Kingston, which was perfect for us history enthusiasts and culture vultures. It’s all about history here, like its popular intersection, Four Corners, which is supposedly the only spot in the country to have a pre-Revolutionary War structure! There’s something for outdoorsy peeps, too, in the form of the Esopus Creek that runs right through it. If that wasn’t enough, it’s close to many natural wonders like Hunter Mountain and Kaaterskill Falls. Finally, there’s the gorgeous hamlet of Stone Ridge, which is especially scenic due to its old stone houses. The 1750s-built Hasbrouck House, which is a country estate-turned-hotel, is especially spectacular.
Is Beacon in the Hudson Valley?
Beacon is rich in history and small-town Americana charm, and it has gained recognition as one of the gems in the Hudson Valley that’s come back to life.
What is special in Hudson Valley?
The Hudson Valley is steeped in culture, natural beauty, history, a burgeoning farmer’s market, and a food scene. It’s also the country’s oldest wine-producing region.
Which are the best towns along the Hudson River?
That would be Sleepy Hollow, Cornwall-on-Hudson, Catskill, Rhinebeck, Woodstock, and Millerton.
