Saratoga Springs, a historic vacation town identified for its mineral springs, simply welcomed a brand new boutique lodge: The Brookmere Resort.

Brookmere Resort, previously the Longfellows Resort and Restaurant, which closed in January 2023, boasts 10 lush acres within the heart of Saratoga Springs. The revamped property has facilities like a seasonal out of doors swimming pool, a full-service spa with an out of doors sauna and an ice-plunge tub, and a stunning restaurant and bar. Designed by Atlanta-based Sims Patrick Studio, with 88 rooms, friends can select from spa suites situated close to the property’s Arbor Spa, with a personal patio, a steam bathe, and an infinity-edge bathtub; loft suites with a separate front room space; and even a nook presidential suite, with panoramic views, a moist bar, dwelling and eating room areas, and a hearth. All lodging have Molton Brown toiletries, robes and slippers, espresso machines, and sensible TVs. 

Whereas the lodge’s interiors ooze trendy sophistication (there’s a glossy marble fire within the foyer and an announcement chandelier hanging above a chic seating space), the decor additionally pays homage to the property’s roots. It was once a dairy farm. 

«The unique 100-plus-year-old dairy barn was maintained and included into the brand new addition as we expanded the footprint of the unique property,» Julian Miller,  the overall supervisor of Brookmere, instructed Journey + Leisure. «Our aim was to intensify our location on Union Avenue, set in nature away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, all whereas embracing our stunning idyllic and peaceable setting.» Miller defined that with the property simply 1.5 miles away from the doorway of the Saratoga Race Course, lower than a mile from Saratoga Lake, and subsequent door to Saratoga Nationwide Golf Course, Brookmere is «excellent for the traveler that desires a extra serene surroundings.»

Arbor Spa, which is open to each in a single day lodge friends and day guests, options 4 remedy rooms, every themed after a distinct season and clad in pure supplies like wooden and stone with an earthy colour scheme. The spa has partnered with Saratoga Pure Physique Care to reinforce its wellness choices with regionally made pure physique care merchandise. Remedies embody physique wraps, massages, and facials, and vacationers can loosen up pre- and post-treatment within the spa lounge or use the wellness services and gymnasium.

The lodge’s restaurant and bar, Regent, brings friends on a luxurious journey by means of France with classics like beef tartare, foie gras, steak frites, and cassoulet, in addition to some dishes with a twist — the onion soup, for instance, is ready with duck broth.

An on-site concierge can be accessible to help friends with restaurant reservations and proposals on what to do in Saratoga Springs.

Nightly charges at Brookmere Resort begin from $213, however the lodge is providing a gap particular with 30 p.c off bookings by means of March thirty first (that is $149 per evening). You’ll be able to e-book your keep athotelbrookmere.com.