The Brookmere Lodge in Saratoga Springs, New York Opens

Saratoga Springs, a historic trip city recognized for its mineral springs, simply welcomed a brand new boutique resort: The Brookmere Lodge.

Brookmere Lodge, previously the Longfellows Lodge 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 outside sauna and an ice-plunge bathtub, and a beautiful restaurant and bar. Designed by Atlanta-based Sims Patrick Studio, with 88 rooms, friends can select from spa suites positioned close to the property’s Arbor Spa, with a non-public patio, a steam bathe, and an infinity-edge bathtub; loft suites with a separate lounge space; and even a nook presidential suite, with panoramic views, a moist bar, residing and eating room areas, and a hearth. All lodging have Molton Brown toiletries, robes and slippers, espresso machines, and sensible TVs. 

Whereas the resort’s interiors ooze trendy sophistication (there’s a glossy marble fire within the foyer and a press release chandelier hanging above a sublime seating space), the decor additionally pays homage to the property’s roots. It was 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 final 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 wishes a extra serene surroundings.”

Arbor Spa, which is open to each in a single day resort friends and day guests, options 4 therapy rooms, every themed after a unique 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. Therapies embody physique wraps, massages, and facials, and vacationers can calm down pre- and post-treatment within the spa lounge or use the wellness amenities and health club.

The resort’s restaurant and bar, Regent, brings friends on a luxurious journey by way 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 also be obtainable to help friends with restaurant reservations and suggestions on what to do in Saratoga Springs.

Nightly charges at Brookmere Lodge begin from $213, however the resort is providing a gap particular with 30 % off bookings by way of March thirty first (that is $149 per evening). You possibly can guide your keep athotelbrookmere.com.