How to Enjoy the Ideal Long Weekend in the Hamptons — Featuring the Best Hotels, Restaurants, and Shops

The warm weather has arrived, signaling to New Yorkers that it's time to escape to the Hamptons.

The white linens are set, beach umbrellas are raised, lobster rolls are generously buttered, and the rosé is already being poured. This year, the Hamptons is bustling with exciting new experiences alongside its beloved classics.

The legendary summer retreat has been a symbol of understated luxury since the Long Island Rail Road first connected East Hampton and Montauk in 1895. With chic hotels, bustling restaurants, high-end boutiques, and a thriving wellness culture, here's your ultimate guide to the best experiences in the Hamptons this season.

Where to Stay in the Hamptons

EHP Resort & Marina

Since its opening last May, EHP has quickly become a sought-after spot in the Hamptons, thanks in large part to its lively waterfront dining at Si Si. The accommodations are just as enticing, offering guests the choice of cozy cottages or the Harbor House, featuring individual rooms and two- or three-bedroom suites. Each option boasts stylish decor and Acqua di Parma bath products. Additional amenities include a tennis court, swimming pool, fitness center, and a cafe open all day. Buongiorno.

The Roundtree, Amagansett

Despite being one of the trendiest new hotels in the Hamptons, perfectly located in Amagansett, The Roundtree maintains an unpretentious charm. With only 15 rooms and cottages, it offers a homey feel. While it doesn't feature an on-site restaurant (though a continental breakfast is served in the courtyard each morning), it attracts urban residents seeking a remote work haven due to its inviting ambiance. When it's time to unplug, guests can enjoy lawn games, borrow a beach cruiser, or gather around the outdoor fire for evening s'mores.

Shou Sugi Ban House

Shou Sugi Ban House stands as the first all-encompassing wellness retreat in the Hamptons, featuring holistic programs aimed at rejuvenating even the most weary New Yorker. Set within a private three-acre oasis, it includes 13 guest studios, a spa with hydrotherapy pools and a rooftop deck, a fitness center, an organic vegetable garden, a library, and a Healing Arts Barn. This season, it will introduce aerial yoga and a vegan dinner series, with plant-based dishes created by Michelin-starred former Noma chef, Mads Refslund.

Marram Montauk

Describing itself as "barefoot luxury," this unpretentious hotel in Montauk truly lives up to the name. Its main attraction is its prime beachside location, with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Featuring 96 rooms — most with ocean views — a pool, beach loungers, and an outdoor restaurant serving healthy modern American cuisine, surfing is naturally a core part of Marram's culture, with experienced instructors available for lessons for eager paddlers.

Where to Eat and Drink in the Hamptons

Sí Sí

Sí Sí offers the perfect blend of lively ambiance, mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine, refreshing cocktails, and a stunning spot on Three Mile Harbor with views of the marina. The menu, artfully arranged, highlights seasonal ingredients, pastas, seafood, and a variety of dishes to please every taste. Don't miss the raw scallops with blood orange, crispy duck and melon salad, or the impressive large-format paella.

Sant Ambroeus

This summer, Sant Ambroeus will open its inaugural location in East Hampton, taking over the former site of Babette's on Newton Lane. It will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring the beloved Milanese dishes that draw crowds to its spots in Southampton, New York City, and Palm Beach.

Sunset Harbor

Similar to its sister venue, Sí Sí, Sunset Harbor boasts a breathtaking waterfront location and a lively atmosphere enriched with decor from Morocco and Greece. Guests can look forward to live music, communal dining options, inventive cocktails, and tempting desserts. Standout dishes include shrimp scampi adorned with fresh crab and lemon butter, mussel cazuela with coconut broth, leeks, and chorizo, along with sushi and nigiri for lighter fare.

Le Bilboquet

Le Bilboquet has become a beloved institution in the Hamptons, now open year-round. Nestled near the marina off Sag Harbor's main thoroughfare, the chic bistro exudes a Saint-Tropez ambiance, complete with polished maître d's and a lineup of shimmering yachts. It's famous for its cajun chicken but also offers all the classics—think bouillabaisse, steak frites, and Caesar salad—along with an impressive raw bar.

Enchanté

A new summer addition from the team behind EHP is Enchanté, a chic bistro inspired by modern Parisian cuisine. It will offer classic French fare such as Niçoise salad, escargot, and duck frites in an elegant glass-enclosed venue with an outdoor patio. An adjoining bar and semi-private dining area make it ideal for larger gatherings and events.

Little Ruby's at Ruschmeyer's

The beloved Australian café Little Ruby's has taken over the food and beverage operations at Ruschmeyer's. Led by renowned chef Angelo Womack, the restaurant now serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring favorites from its city locations like avocado toast and crispy rice salad, alongside locally sourced seafood and a special pizza menu tailored for this location.

Where to Shop in the Hamptons

Gucci

Gucci's boutique on Newton Lane serves as a summer style oasis, showcasing a vibrant range of men's and women's ready-to-wear clothing, footwear, handbags, children's fashion, home decor, jewelry, accessories, and the brand's beauty line. For those seeking to enhance their everyday look, the shop offers a variety of items, including raffia bucket hats, printed scarves featuring the iconic interlocking Gs, classic bamboo-handle bags, and a selection of stylish white tennis sneakers.

Nordstrom Pop-Up

From now until Labor Day, Nordstrom is launching a pop-up at 395 County Road in Southampton. Expect a variety of summer must-haves, including swimwear for men and women, clothing, footwear, and an assortment of beauty and lifestyle products. The pop-up will also provide on-site alterations, gift wrapping, and same-day delivery anywhere in the Hamptons — a handy option if you forgot your swimsuit or beach towel back in the city.

Aerin

In search of the perfect host gift? Aerin has everything you need. Their collection boasts elegant decor, games, fragrances, fashion items, and accessories. You can choose from classic gifts like scented candles, picture frames, or Champagne flutes. If you're looking for something more opulent, they offer exquisite chess and poker sets adorned with shagreen and suede linings.

Goop

Goop, the esteemed lifestyle brand by Gwyneth Paltrow, features a chic boutique in Sag Harbor that stocks wellness essentials, books, home goods, fashion, and clean beauty products from popular brands such as Dr. Barbara Sturm, Augustinus Bader, and Westman Atelier. It also offers Goop favorites, including restorative vitamins, wardrobe staples from G. Label, and stylish cookware collections.

Pink Chicken

For families traveling with kids, be sure to visit Pink Chicken for an array of delightful toys, activity books, and beach essentials. You can find inflatable flamingos, puzzles, and arts and crafts kits to keep young ones engaged. The store also offers a selection of high-quality children's clothing, swimwear, shoes, and accessories.

Fitness, Wellness, and Beauty in the Hamptons

DanceBody

DanceBody stands out as one of the most enjoyable workout options in the area, featuring energetic instructors and great music. This season, it will host classes at a pop-up location in the Hamptons and introduce a children's program for ages six to ten, focused on enhancing rhythm, coordination, and confidence. DanceBody will also provide private in-home sessions where you can learn a new TikTok dance if you wish. Otherwise, just join one of their signature dance and sculpt workouts and enjoy your week.

FaceGym Pop-Up at SoulCycle

As it caters to celebrities before awards and supermodels before Fashion Week, FaceGym is bringing its renowned services to the Hamptons this summer. Their muscle-manipulating techniques offer immediate facial sculpting, making you look as though you’ve just come from a wellness retreat. The signature "workouts" — including sculpting sessions, cryo contour treatments, and medi lifts, along with a menu of glow-enhancing boosters — will be available at a pop-up at SoulCycle in Bridgehampton.

Ject

This upscale cosmetic spa in Bridgehampton provides medical-grade skin treatments, injectables, and non-invasive enhancements in a luxurious setting. If you’re considering Botox or fillers, Ject’s skilled providers ensure that enhancements appear natural and the process is as comfortable as possible. For a more soothing experience, indulge in one of their popular facials featuring custom blends of hyaluronic acid, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Tracy Anderson

Tracy Anderson's dynamic workouts are famed for producing rapid results. Her method integrates cardio with repetitive conditioning, focusing on smaller muscle groups for optimal impact. Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Victoria Beckham, and Madonna are among her fans, and you might spot them dancing alongside you this summer.