Crafted lakeside lodge
Built like an evolving family compound on the water, life here revolves around the boardwalk, lawn, and evening firepits.
“Upon entering the hotel’s airy, double-height lobby, guests are greeted by lawn and lakefront views, just visible beyond the building’s façade of paned glass doors.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Hand-carved four-poster beds by Fitzhugh Karol, and a monolithic reclaimed-wood lobby desk.
Notable
Outdoor Nordic cedar barrel saunas overlook Canandaigua Lake beside an outdoor heated pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Wallpaper*.
the hotel’s classic exterior belies Scandi-chic interiors. The 124 rooms and suites are light-filled oases with soothing white palettes, hardwood floors, and custom blonde wood furnishings.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Stroll down historic Main Street for local wine tasting rooms, or head out to explore the surrounding Finger Lakes vineyards.
The rooms
Rooms have pale hardwood floors with custom blonde timber, and deep private balconies look straight out across the water.
The pool and saunas
Bring a swimsuit.
Cedar barrel saunas sit among flowering hydrangeas at the water's edge, steps from the heated lakefront swimming pool.
The spa
Willowbrook Spa offers custom botanical body scrubs and HydraFacials, alongside dedicated sunroom relaxation spaces.
Dogs stay too.
The Sand Bar
Set right along the boardwalk, this casual dockside tavern serves fresh oysters and fish tacos beside the water.
The guest rooms have a bit of a New England summertime resort flavor that wouldn't be out of place in Newport or Nantucket, with a palette dominated by white and taupe…
At the table
Morning espresso and evening cocktails are poured beside the library fireplace, and patio tables look across the lawn.
How it began
The lodge replaces a 1980s motor lodge where the owners spent their childhood summers on Canandaigua Lake.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.