{"id":16956,"date":"2010-10-29T12:00:11","date_gmt":"2010-10-29T16:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=16956"},"modified":"2025-08-21T09:46:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T13:46:57","slug":"winter-getaways-new-york","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/16956\/winter-getaways-new-york\/","title":{"rendered":"Cool Deals: 7 Winter Getaways Near NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly (and car-free!) adventure this season, consider one of these seven well-valued winter getaways near NYC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Niagara Falls, Ontario | Nigara Falls Hilton
\nThe Package:<\/strong> Couples Adventure Package in a Deluxe Falls View Suite
\nThe Perks: <\/strong>In addition to those views of a spectacularly\u00a0frozen Niagara Falls\u2014named one of the top 52 places to see in 2014 by The New York Times<\/em>\u2014seen from your newly renovated suite on the 30th floor, there is an in-room fireplace and jacuzzi. The package comes with two adult passes for Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara\u2019s Fury, and White Water Walk, a full buffet breakfast voucher for two, $65 dinner voucher for the rooftop restaurant, and shuttle bus service. The possible downsides are no free in-room wi-fi\u2014though maybe one of your New Year’s resolutions is to unplug more?\u2014and the thunderous gushing of water right outside your window, which could result in a midnight visit to the loo.
\nThe Price: <\/strong>Good through April 14, 2015, you’ll pay $264\/night for a room with a view. Based on double occupancy. For more package options, visit the website above.
\nHow to get there: <\/strong>Take Amtrak\u2019s Empire Service<\/a> line from Penn Station to Niagara Falls<\/a>. Once you are in town, a Trolley can get you most anywhere you want to go, but the town\u2019s manageable size makes walking a fine option. (Hilton Niagara, 6361 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls, ON L2G3V9, Canada, 905.354.7887)<\/em><\/p>\n

Cape Elizabeth, Maine | Inn by the Sea
\nThe Package: <\/strong>“Taste of Maine”
\nThe Perks: <\/strong>Aside from luxurious seaside digs, expect\u00a0Cape Whoopie whoopie pies,\u00a0a guided culinary walking tour with Maine Foodie Tours, and a three course, seasonal tasting menu at the on-site Sea Glass glass restaurant with a bottle of Maine wine.
\nThe Price: <\/strong>Starting at $299\/night. Two night minimum. Valid through April 2015 (weekends only). Call to book.
\nHow to get there: <\/strong>C<\/em>onsult our Portland Public Transportation Guide<\/a>. <\/em>From the train station in Portland, a cab into Cape Elizabeth\u2019s town takes approximately 30 minutes and costs around $30. Or rent a hybrid<\/a>. (Inn by the Sea, <\/em>40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 207.799.3134)<\/em><\/p>\n

Montreal, Canada <\/em>| Les Bons Matins<\/a>
\nThe Package: <\/strong>The Budget Room
\nThe Perks: <\/strong>Getting the lay of a foreign French land at half the price of flying to Europe. Located close to the Bell Centre, this romantic bed and breakfast and its darling innkeepers make it easy to plan out your day. Wake up to a beautiful complimentary breakfast spread in the dining room (or request room service), where everything from omelets to french toast to locally-sourced meats are sure to jump start your day of play. Mark your calendars for the upcoming Montreal Lights Festival, February 20-March 2, 2015.
\nThe Price: <\/strong>From $99\/night, based on double occupancy<\/span>
\nHow to get there:<\/strong> Consult oM’s public transit guide to Montreal<\/a> (Les Bons Matins, 1401, Argyle Ave, Montreal (Quebec), 800.588.5280)<\/em><\/p>\n

Finger Lakes, Geneva, NY<\/strong> | Belhurst Castle
\nThe Package:<\/strong> “Belhurst Royalty Package”
\nThe Perks: <\/strong>Lavish Vinifera Inn chambers, equipped with a jacuzzi, views of Seneca Lake,\u00a0 and a bottle of Belhurst Estate Winery Red or Golden Pheasant Wine. The package includes a fo<\/strong>ur-course dinner for two at on-site restaurant Edgar\u2019s, and a full breakfast buffet for two.
\nThe Price: <\/strong>$295 including taxes and gratuities. Available Sunday-Thursday, based on double occupancy. Expires May 31, 2015 Call 315.781.0201 to book the package and inquire about free upgrades.
\nHow to get there: <\/strong>The Shortline Bus<\/a> and Greyhound<\/a> offer daily scheduled service to Geneva. Take a less than 10 minute cab ride to the Castle. The entire journey may take five to six hours from New York Penn Station. (Belhurst Castle, 4069 Route 14 South, Geneva, NY, 315.781.0201)<\/em><\/p>\n

Boston, MA | Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel<\/a>
\nThe Package:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>“Last Minute Weekends”
\nThe Perks:<\/strong> Toast to a successful spontaneous escape that includes deluxe accommodations and complimentary use of the health club and indoor pool. \u00a0<\/strong>
\nThe Price: <\/strong>From $143\/night
\nHow to get there: <\/strong>Consult\u00a0oM\u2019s public transit guide to Boston<\/a>.<\/em>\u00a0(606 Congress St.)<\/em><\/p>\n

Highmount, NY | <\/strong>Belleayre Mountain<\/strong>
\nThe Package:<\/strong> With the Ski Bus Package, Adirondack Trailways and Belleayre have teamed up to help make getting to the slopes a breeze for New Yorkers.
\nThe Perks:<\/strong> Choose from several options, like the $93\/pp deal for a single day trip or $189 for double occupancy, which includes an overnight stay at one of three area hotels (recommend staying at the Pine Hill Arms). The package comes with roundtrip transportation from NYC, lift tickets, shuttle service and luggage lock-up.
\nHow to get there:<\/strong> The ski bus departs from\u00a0Port Authority Terminal and operates Fridays thru Mondays.<\/p>\n

Atlantic City, NJ | Harrahs Resort <\/a><\/strong>
\nThe Package:<\/strong> “Romantic Getaway”
\nThe Perks: <\/strong>Overnight accommodations in\u00a0the Waterfront Tower, candlelit dinner for two ($100 credit), 2pm late check out, breakfast in bed ($29 room service credit),\u00a0and the realized winter dream of lying poolside in a cabana (with a beverage credit), surrounded by palm trees.
\nThe Price:<\/strong> From $169\/night.
\nHow to get there: <\/strong>Consult oM’s transit guide to AC.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Photo: Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
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