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Montauk Yacht Club
Montauk, New York, United States · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Carl Fisher, the developer who built Miami Beach, blasted a gap in Lake Montauk to reach the ocean in 1927 and opened the Montauk Yacht Club on Star Island in 1928, a Tudor-style private club whose first members included Vincent Astor, J.P. Morgan, Edsel Ford and Harold Vanderbilt. Charles Lindbergh flew his seaplane in to dock at the marina, and the club is a resort today at the edge of Long Island.
- 106 rooms
- Opened 1928
- Neighborhood: Star Island / Montauk
- Rooms from 317 sq ft (29 m²)
About Montauk Yacht Club
- Proper Hospitality manages the house. Marina, cottages, three pools.
- The house opened in 1928 on Star Island and holds AAA Four Diamond for 2025.
- Entry-level rooms start at 317 sq ft (29 m²).
The setting
On Star Island in Montauk, 16 waterfront acres with a working marina.
Experiences
- The Courts — Tennis and padel courts; hotel guests may book up to 7 days in advance and public bookings open 48 hours prior.
- Floating ELEMIS Wellness Cabana — Floating ELEMIS wellness cabana hosted at the hotel through October.
- Salty Club — A new Salty Club giving kids their own summer adventure.
- Beach bonfires and clambakes at the Private Beach — Evening bonfires, beachside clambakes and group fitness sessions at the Private Beach; open seasonally.
- Lighthouse Firepits — Firepit venue set directly in front of the historic lighthouse, with a slate patio and views of Lake Montauk.
Amenities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Fitness center
- Kids' club
- Water sports
- Pet-friendly
- Private beach
Awards
- AAA Four Diamond (2026)
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