The light shifts quietly between the mountains and the Esopus Creek, settling on river stones and trimmed lawns. Aromas of broth seep from the kitchen, and footsteps move softly between sauna, trail, and the pool’s calm surface.
What to Expect:
🫧 Daily spa menu: massages, facials, and bodywork
🍲 Guided juice cleanses and innovative, nutrition-focused meals
🏊 Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and hot tub with creek views
🥾 Direct access to hiking, Nordic walking, and nature trails
🧘 Morning yoga, fitness, and meditation classes in a studio setting
Important Information:
✔ Advance booking strongly encouraged for retreats and treatments
✔ 16+ for most wellness programs; inquire about youth stays
✔ Swimsuits required in wet areas; spa robes supplied for common spaces
✔ Wheelchair-accessible entrance, some rooms and spa areas accessible
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🚶 Arrive early for the trails: Best light and quiet on the riverside path before breakfast; creek fog adds to the calm.
🧖 Maximize your circuit: Alternate sauna and cold immersion, and give yourself a full hour before any scheduled therapy.
🥣 Hydration is key: Ask for extra bone broth or herbal teas between treatments; the staff is generous with nourishing sips.
🧩 Evening wind-down: The lounge fills with guests after dinner—bring a book or find a good puzzle on long winter nights.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests speak highly of the peaceful setting and the attentive, knowledgeable staff—especially for guided cleanses and tailored meal plans. The massage therapists and treatment menu draw steady praise, with most noting spotless facilities and a relaxed, low-key pace. Some mention that certain common areas show their age, and a few find cancellation policies strict. Still, most appreciate the combination of wellness offerings, hiking trails, and hearty, simple cooking. Expect a classic Catskill retreat, more personal than polished.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
