The Best Hotels in the Hamptons

Looking for the best hotels in the Hamptons? As we settle into August (and the lazy summertime feel that comes with it), a trip to the end of Long Island becomes top of mind. Between the rugged dunes of Montauk, the polished town of East Hampton, or reachable-by-ferry-only Shelter Island—with several additional towns dotting the South Fork—you can find whatever fits your vacation vibe.

While other popular getaway destinations have an abundance of chain resorts or 150-room properties, the Hamptons has remained decidedly low-key when it comes to lodging: most options were, once upon a time, either an inn or someone’s home. Bed-and-breakfasts are more common than not, and nearly every property can be categorized as “boutique.” Think: friendly staff, free bikes for riding to town or the beach, and guest rooms adorned with local art and wicker furniture.

So, for those planning or day dreaming about a trip to the South Fork, here are the best hotels to stay at in the Hamptons.

Set upon five idyllic acres, Amagansett’s Reform Club feels like a well-manicured family estate rather than a hotel: guest rooms, all white and airy, are mostly housed in the property’s main brown-shingled house. For bigger groups—or those just wanting more space—several cottages dot the grounds.

Such spread-out privacy does not come at the expense of location: Reform Club is mere minutes from Amagansett town, and there’s a bike rack with white and navy cruisers so you can ride to Woelffer Kitchen or Il Buco with ease.