Best Hotels in the Hamptons by Town: Luxury & Boutique Stays
Quick answer: Choose Gurney’s for a full-service oceanfront splurge, Marram for a quieter beachfront boutique stay, The Roundtree for romantic Amagansett calm, Topping Rose House for food-focused luxury, Faraway Sag Harbor for harbor access, or Southampton Inn for a central and comparatively simple base.
This is a town-by-town shortlist, not a ranking based on price. Hotel programs, minimum stays and seasonal amenities change often, so compare the official links before booking.
Which Hamptons Hotel Fits Your Trip?
- Luxury oceanfront resort: Gurney’s Montauk.
- Boutique beachfront stay: Marram Montauk.
- Romantic or quiet weekend: The Roundtree or Topping Rose House.
- Walkable town base: Faraway Sag Harbor or Southampton Inn.
Montauk
Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa
If you want the full “I’m-on-vacation” experience, Gurney’s is it. The resort sits on the ocean and offers rooms, cottages and residences plus the Seawater Spa and BathHouse.
- Location: 290 Old Montauk Hwy, Montauk
- Why Stay: Oceanfront views, spa, Instagram-worthy pool
- Best For: A splurge weekend with all the bells and whistles
Marram Montauk
A little more peaceful and design-forward, Marram is a 96-room oceanfront boutique hotel with complimentary cruiser bikes, fire pits and seasonal dining at Mostrador Marram.
- Location: 21 Oceanview Terrace, Montauk
- Why Stay: Chill, aesthetic, and walkable to town
- Best For: Couples, creatives, low-key beach weekends
Amagansett
The Roundtree
The Roundtree combines a restored barn, cottages and a main house on landscaped grounds, with Amagansett Main Street close by. It has major “Nancy Meyers comes to the Hamptons” energy.
- Location: 273 Main St, Amagansett
- Why Stay: Quiet luxury + walkable to town
- Best For: Romantic weekends, laid-back luxury seekers
Bridgehampton
Topping Rose House
Topping Rose House pairs a restored 19th-century mansion with a Jean-Georges restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and 22 rooms and suites.
- Location: 1 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike
- Why Stay: Boutique feel with 5-star amenities
- Best For: Foodies, girls’ weekends, elevated escapes
Sag Harbor
Faraway Sag Harbor (formerly Baron’s Cove)
Baron’s Cove reopened as Faraway Sag Harbor in summer 2026 after a renovation. The address remains close to the harbor and Sag Harbor village, with a pool, complimentary bikes and a new padel court among the current amenities.
- Location: 31 W Water St, Sag Harbor
- Why Stay: Harbor setting + walkable access to Sag Harbor village
- Best For: Families, couples, first-timers to Sag Harbor
While you’re in Sag Harbor, use the Hamptons coffee guide for current nearby coffee recommendations.
Southampton
Southampton Inn
Southampton Inn is a classic, no-fuss option close to Southampton village. It can be a useful base if you want town access without choosing a large oceanfront resort.
- Location: 91 Hill St, Southampton
- Why Stay: Affordable for the area + walkable
- Best For: Budget-conscious travelers, first-timers
Bonus: Boutique Gems & Hidden Stays
- Hero Beach Club (Montauk) – Boutique stay across from the beach
- Journey East Hampton – Boutique rooms and cottages between East Hampton and Amagansett
- Sunset Beach Hotel (Shelter Island) – Worth a ferry ride if you’re into French Riviera meets Hamptons
Final Tips Before You Book
- Book early. Summer weekends fill up fast.
- Midweek stays = better rates and less traffic.
- Minimum-stay rules vary by hotel, room and peak-season date; confirm the exact rate terms before booking.
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