The Art of the Stay

Discover one of the most scenic road trips in New York State with this NYC to Cooperstown itinerary. Explore the Hudson Valley, the Catskills, charming small towns, local restaurants, and breathtaking countryside views before arriving at The Otesaga Resort Hotel on the shores of Otsego Lake. Perfect for romantic getaways, weekend escapes, golf trips, and Upstate New York adventures.

Few places in the Northeast capture the spirit of summer quite like Cooperstown, New York. Set on the shores of Otsego Lake, our historic lakefront retreat has been welcoming guests since 1909, offering the ideal home base for everything this beloved village has to offer.

With spring in full swing in Cooperstown, there’s no better time to step onto the fairways at Leatherstocking Golf Course and start the season strong. Nestled along the shores of Otsego Lake, Leatherstocking Golf Course at The Otesaga Resort Hotel offers a premier golf experience that combines challenging play with unforgettable views.

Spring is a season of renewal, a natural time to refresh routines, refocus priorities, and bring teams together with purpose. At The Otesaga Resort Hotel, meetings are more than agenda items and conference tables. They are opportunities to reconnect, recharge, and inspire fresh thinking in a setting designed to elevate every moment. Read on for a look at how our lakeside resort is the ideal venue to jumpstart your team’s next big idea.

Winter in Cooperstown has its own distinct rhythm: the quiet snow over Otsego Lake, the glow of the fireplaces, and the cozy, familiar atmosphere of the resort. But while the landscape outside is quintessential Upstate New York, the flavors inside The Hawkeye Bar & Grill are currently taking a bit of a journey.