Scribner's Catskill Lodge
Retro-modern mountain lodge. Think dark wood and white paint, vintage rugs, local artwork, and a circular fireplace in the library — cool without trying too hard. The Rounds feel like a different property entirely: minimal, sculptural, and genuinely secluded.
Book The Rounds months in advance — weekends sell out fast, especially for the Round Suites
Why It Matters
Named to Travel + Leisure's 2024 It List as one of the Top 100 Best New Hotels in the U.S. Chef Alejandro Reyes Herrera — formerly of Barcelona's three-Michelin-star Cocina Hermanos Torres — runs Prospect, the on-site restaurant. The Rounds cabins are unlike anything else in the Catskills: 12-sided geodesic structures with sunken conversation pits, oculus skylights, and outdoor soaking tubs that book out weeks in advance.
Built in 1966 and extensively reimagined starting in 2016 by Brooklyn-based Studio Tack, Scribner's Catskill Lodge is a design-forward mountain basecamp in Hunter, NY — roughly two hours from NYC. The main Lodge holds 38 rooms with dark maple floors, vaulted white ceilings, a firelit library, and a locally inspired restaurant. Further up the hill sit The Rounds: 11 architecturally striking luxury cabins, each a 12-sided structure with an oculus skylight for stargazing and a private Japanese soaking tub.
Where You'll Stay
15 room types available
Bungalow King
Dark maple wood floors, floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors, separate living area, 25 sq ft private balcony with Catskill mountain views. Walk-in rain shower with handcrafted terra-cotta tiles and Waterworks fixtures. Sleeps 2, up to 4 with bench cushions and rollaway.
1 King Bed
Catskill Double
Custom furniture, fireplace, two double beds. Walk-in terra-cotta tiled rain shower with Waterworks fixtures. Forest/parking lot view — budget-friendly option for families. Sleeps 4.
2 Double BedsCatskill King
Forest-facing room (view is of parking lot and forest — not the mountain). Custom furniture, fireplace, Waterworks rain shower with terra-cotta tiles and custom bath products. Lower price point for the Lodge. Sleeps 2.
1 King BedCatskill King ADA
ADA-accessible version of the Catskill King. Roll-in rain shower with bench and grab rails, 32" wide accessible door entries, accessible bathroom vanity. Fireplace, custom furniture. Forest/parking lot view. Sleeps 2.
1 King BedCatskill Queen Loft
Custom furniture, fireplace, and a separate lofted sleeping area with one queen bed accessed by stairs. Bathroom on the first floor. Forest/parking lot view. Sleeps 2, up to 3 with rollaway.
1 Queen Bed (lofted)Hunter Suite
Signature suite with floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a 200 sq ft mountain-view terrace. Bunk beds with two full beds in the main room, king bed in an open-air side room. Fireplace, Waterworks rain shower with terra-cotta tiles. Sleeps 5, up to 6 with rollaway.
1 King + 2 Double Beds (bunk)
Mountain Double
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors to an oversized 100 sq ft private terrace with Catskill mountain views. Custom furniture, Waterworks rain shower with terra-cotta tiles. Good for families or groups of four. Sleeps 4.
2 Double BedsMountain King
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to a 75 sq ft private terrace with Catskill mountain views. Custom furniture, Waterworks rain shower with terra-cotta tiles. Sleeps 2.
1 King BedMountain King with Bench
At 250 sq ft, same layout as Mountain King with the addition of a custom built-in bench. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a 75 sq ft terrace with mountain views. Waterworks rain shower with terra-cotta tiles. Sleeps 2.
1 King Bed
Round Suite
The crown jewel of The Rounds. Two distinct structures connected by an interior walkway: one for sleeping (king bed with twin trundle), one for living — centered on a 360-degree circular sunken sofa with a reading nook. Both structures have an oculus at the roof center for stargazing. Gas fireplace, wet bar, mini fridge, desk/vanity. Outside: Japanese soaking tub, seasonal outdoor shower, private deck, and private lawn. Complimentary snacks and soft drinks included. Sleeps 4, up to 5 with couch.
1 King + 1 Twin Trundle + 1 Twin DaybedRound Suite ADA
Accessible version of the Round Suite with the same architectural drama — 9-ft circular sofa, oculus skylight, gas fireplace, wet bar, mini fridge. Features an accessible ramp. Japanese soaking tub and seasonal outdoor shower outside on private deck and lawn. Sleeps 3, up to 4 with couch.
1 King + 1 Twin DaybedScribner's Suite
Top-tier suite in the main Lodge. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a 200 sq ft terrace with Catskill mountain views. Large sunken living room with fireplace on the first floor. King bed downstairs, lofted sleeping area with two full beds upstairs. Walk-in terra-cotta tiled rain shower with Waterworks fixtures. Sleeps 5, up to 6 with rollaway.
1 King (ground floor) + 2 Double Beds (lofted)Standard Round
A single 12-sided circular structure with a vaulted ceiling and oculus at the apex. King bed with twin trundle beneath, 9-ft circular sofa, and reading nook. Gas fireplace, mini fridge, desk/vanity. Outside: Japanese soaking tub, seasonal outdoor shower, private deck, private lawn. Complimentary snacks and soft drinks included. Sleeps 3, up to 4 with couch.
1 King + 1 Twin TrundleSummit Double Queen
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening to a 100 sq ft terrace with mountain views. Fireplace, high ceilings, seating area. Walk-in terra-cotta tiled rain shower with Waterworks fixtures. Sleeps 4, up to 5 with rollaway.
2 Queen BedsSummit King Loft
High-ceilinged room in the Lodge with floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a 100 sq ft mountain-view terrace. Fireplace on the main floor; king sleeping loft accessed by stairs. Walk-in terra-cotta tiled rain shower. Sleeps 2, up to 4 with bench cushions and rollaway.
1 King (lofted, accessible by stairs)The Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Bocce ball court on the Front Lawn, plus cornhole, croquet, and other lawn games. Large firepit nearby.
Seasonal outdoor pool open to hotel guests with 270-degree views of the Catskill Mountains. Open approximately May through fall. Pool food and drinks service runs daily 11:30am-4:30pm during the season.
A synthetic 'Glice' ice rink on the Bluestone Patio, open seasonally in winter with panoramic views of Hunter Mountain. Available to hotel guests, members, and community guests.
Over 20 acres of mountainside to explore, with trails across meadow, forest, and hillside. The Meadow alone spans five acres of wildflowers with mowed paths.
Curated artisan tasting events featuring local spirits and stories from regional makers.
Cozy film series with rotating selections in The Studio space on the lower level of the Lodge.
On clear nights, a fire is lit on the West Deck and complimentary s'mores kits are provided. A favorite guest ritual.
Each Saturday, local makers, artisans, and small businesses gather on-site to sell their goods — a chance to shop Catskills-made products without leaving the property.
Hunter Mountain ski resort is a half-mile from the Lodge — easy access to skiing and snow tubing without staying slopeside. Windham Mountain is 11 miles away.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A central gathering room with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, a circular fireplace, billiards table, multiple seating areas, local art and furniture, and direct access to the West Deck. The social heart of the Lodge.
Communal lounge inside the Apex Lodge (near The Rounds), with a cozy fireplace, coffee and tea station, lounge chairs and couches, and an outdoor deck. A quieter retreat for Rounds guests.
An intimate 500 sq ft lounge adjacent to Prospect's dining room with a cozy fireplace, leather club chairs, and vintage 1960s decor. Used for private events and intimate gatherings.
Just off the Library, looking out over the Catskill Mountains. Home to a Malm fireplace and the nightly s'mores ritual. Considered the most photogenic spot on the property.
Located in The Studio on the lower Lodge level. Coloring pages, markers, crayons, building blocks, and more. Parents must be present at all times.
Available during restaurant service hours for all accommodations, including The Rounds (delivered in a picnic basket with reusable Tupperware). Charged to room + tax + 20% gratuity.
Five-acre meadow with mowed walking paths through wildflowers and tall grasses. An ecosystem for indigenous plants and wildlife — foraging birds and butterflies in season.
On-property raised-bed garden near the Lodge entrance, planted with vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers. Produce used in Prospect restaurant's kitchen.
Up to 2 dogs permitted per room with $100 non-refundable fee per pet, per room, per stay. Advance notice required.
On-site gift shop stocked with snacks, beverages, essentials, candles, games, and Scribner's branded merchandise. Also available online.
A calm, all-white space on the lower level of the Lodge used for yoga, meditation, private classes, events, and movie screenings. Available on request for private sessions.
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