Westchester, New York - Historic Homes, Antique Hotels - 2

Where to Stay in Westchester County

Such tiring exploration necessitates luxurious surroundings. Several upscale hotels and resorts are up to the task:

The Castle on the Hudson, an authentic turn-of-the-century Norman-style castle in Tarrytown, graces the highest point in Westchester. America’s first “green” castle also boasts what is arguably one of the finest restaurant in the county, Equus. Rates start at $285/night for a standard double. www.castleonthehudson.com

The Tarrytown House Estate & Conference Center resides on 26 sprawling acres, and comprises the impressive 19th-century King and Biddle mansions with a contemporary guest room wing. Rates start at $269/night for a standard double. www.tarrytownhouseestate.com

The full-service Doral Arrowwood Resort in Rye Brook is set on 114 acres of trees, rolling hills, open meadows and pond surrounded by a spectacular Robert von Hagge-designed golf course. Rates start at $199/night for a standard double. www.doralarrowwood.com

The area’s newest property is the Ritz Carlton Westchester. The 118-room hotel is in a sleek, glass building amid the bustle of downtown White Plains. The designer appointments raise the bar for the county—Frette linens, Bulgari bath amenities and Sambonet room accessories. Every room has an iPod docking station and master remote control. Rates start at $329/night for a standard double. www.ritzcarlton.com