The Hamptons

Nestled on a prime piece of property surrounded by woods and fronting a small beach and the bay, this property has standard hotel rooms as well as private water-view cottages, some renovated in style. — Lonely Planet

A small, sophisticated, Scandinavian-accented hotel in a restored Greek Revival home in the Hamptons. — Condé Nast Traveler

Escape from the city to boutique hideaway A Room at the Beach, a make-yourself-at-home stay in pretty Bridgehampton. — Mr & Mrs Smith

Overlooking Lake Montauk, this family-friendly resort is a classic summer getaway with views of the attached marina, bobbing with boats, and a white lighthouse. — Oyster

This historic home turned bed-and-breakfast in East Hampton is meticulously maintained and decorated. — Oyster

This two-story motel is steps from the dunes and the beach, just across the two-lane Old Montauk Highway. — Fodor's

— Mr & Mrs Smith

There are 88 individually decorated rooms at this three-pearl Montauk property. — Oyster

The 109-room, upscale Gurney's Montauk stands out among Hamptons hotels, quite literally: It's one of the largest resorts in the area, and it also has the best beachfront location. — Oyster

Built in 1927 as a getaway for the rich and famous, Montauk Manor is a Tudor Revival-style hotel perched on a grassy hilltop overlooking the water. — Oyster

From same owners as Salt House in Provincetown, The Chequit, has 37 rooms in three 1800s buildings. — Condé Nast Traveler

This unassuming motel offers efficiencies with full kitchens, contemporary furniture, and free Wi-Fi; a deluxe room can accommodate families. It also features a pool, tennis courts, basketball hoop. — Fodor's

Old elms and maples surround this charming white clapboard inn, home of The Palm restaurant, in the center of town. — Fodor's

This modern hotel on five landscaped acres is a pleasant 15-minute walk from the ocean or town and attracts young people, and its amenities for kids make it a good choice for families too. — Fodor's

— Mr & Mrs Smith