âš Ranked #1 in Travel + Leisureâs âBest Places to Go Glamping in New Yorkâ
Just 8 minutes from Manhattan, Collective Governors Island delivers skyline views, harbor sunsets, and Statue of Liberty sightingsâwithout city crowds. Sip cold brew, lounge in hammocks, and toast sâmores by the fire. By day, explore island trails or join yoga. By night, itâs wine, stargazing, and harbor breezes. This isnât campingâitâs glamping reimagined.
âš Why Book My Listing?
âą Arrive via scenic ferryâyour escape begins the moment you board
âą Just 8 minutes from Manhattanâbut feels like a different plan
âą Stargaze by the firepit and toast sâmores under the stars
âą Wake up to harbor breeze and views of Statue of Liberty
âą Join daily experiences like yoga, live music & wine tastings
âą No cars. No chaos. Just green space, great food, and good vibes
âš Your Tent, But With a Skyline & a Sâmore
Think of this as the âstarter packâ for anyone dipping a toe into nature but not quite ready to give up good sheets, strong coffee, or skyline views. The Journey Tent is your sweet spot: a plush king bed under canvas, harbor breezes at sunrise, and lantern-lit evenings that end with sticky fingers and starry skies.
â¶ Sleeping Arrangements:
âą King bed with soft, luxe linens â itâs more âfloat into dreamlandâ than âcrash after a hikeâ
âą Wake to birdsong, breeze, and soft light pouring through your canvas walls
âą No hotel hallway noise, just fresh air and the occasional ferry horn in the distance
â¶ Outdoor Vibes:
âą Private wooden deck with lounge chairs â perfect for golden hour rosĂ© or coffee-fueled journal sessions
âą Lanterns + soft lighting = glamping mood set to "gentle enchantment"
âą Zip-close tent with mesh netting so the air flows but the bugs donât
â¶ Essentials & Comforts:
âą USB ports to keep your phone charged for sunrise pics
âą Full electricity for your twinkle lights, hair straightener, or emergency fan moment
âą 100% smoke-free â breathe deep and sip slow
âą Shared spa-style bathhouse just a short stroll away, complete with fluffy towels, robes, and fancy shampoo youâll want to steal
âš Dining & Culinary Experiences
We wouldnât dare make you cook. Thatâs what the chefs are for.
â¶ Breakfast, Delivered to Your Tent
Fresh pastries, granola, charcuterie, berries, overnight oats... basically a European café with better views.
And yes, it's included. Youâre welcome.
â¶ Nightly Sâmores by the Firepit
Because youâre not truly glamping until thereâs marshmallow on your jumper.
Grab your complimentary kit and gather âround. Weâve got stories to tell.
â¶ Sunset Terrace Bar
Craft cocktails, local brews, and curated winesâserved with cinematic views of the skyline and Lady Liberty
Bonus: Happy Hour from 3â5 PM daily. (We call this âgolden hour with benefits.â)
â¶ Three Peaks Lodge
Wood-fired, seasonally inspired dishes made to impress
Open-air dining with waterfront seatsâlike if Brooklyn got lost and came back peaceful
â¶ Pop-Up Culinary Events
Rotating menus, chef tastings, and food thatâll make you consider a career change
Ask us whatâs cooking when you arriveâweâve always got something simmering
âš Signature Experiences at Collective Governors Island
At Collective Retreats, we design every moment to connect you with nature, community, and the wonder of the outdoorsâwhile keeping the Manhattan skyline in view.
âą Daily breakfast delivered to your tentâpastries, fruit, granola & more
âą Two ferry tickets included with your reservation
â¶ Live Music on the Lawn
Nightly acoustic sets feature NYC artistsâdonât miss Tom Larsonâs bluesy sunset sessions every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening.
â¶ Wheels Up
Bike the islandâs leafy trails past forts, gardens, and waterfront views.
â¶ Collective Rituals
Daily yoga, stargazing walks, and guided moments to reconnect.
â¶ Picnic-Perfect
Order a curated lunch basket and dine al fresco under the trees or beside the harbor.
â¶ Spa Experience (Optional Add-On)
Enjoy preferred rates at QC NY Spaâcomplete with thermal pools, steam rooms, and stunning skyline soaks.
â¶ The Great Lawn
Hammocks. Lawn games. Open sky. Your island living room.
âš Before You Book â The Fine (but Fun) Print
â¶ Check-In & Payment
âą Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 12:00 PM â sleep in, we wonât judge
âą A deposit equal to 100% of your stay is required at check-in
âą Bring a valid photo ID and a matching payment method (no impersonators, please)
âą Must be 21+ to book â we like our glampers legal and legendary
â¶ Getting Here
âą No cars allowed â this island is strictly ferry, foot, or fabulous bike
âą Round-trip ferry tickets for two included in the resort fee
âą Ferry runs daily from 10:00 AM to 8:15 PM â donât miss the boat
â¶ Resort Fee â $55 + tax per night
Includes:
âą Wi-Fi (so you can humblebrag from the hammock)
âą Ferry fare for two
âą Daily programming like yoga, wine tastings & more outdoor fun
â¶ Pet Policy
Sorry, no four-legged glampers this time
â¶ Parking
No on-site parking, but we suggest rideshare, teleportation, or walking on water (ok fineâjust take public transit to the ferry terminal)
â¶ Laundry
No washer/dryer on-site, so pack like a pro. Pro tip: leave room for souvenirs and sâmores kits.
â¶ The Glamping Vibe
âą Think canvas tents, crackling firepits, and open skiesânot elevators and lobbies
âą Quiet hours keep things mellow, and shared spaces keep it friendly
âą Weâre a seasonal escapeâopen spring to fall, then we hibernate
âš Zip in, zone out, and book now before the last marshmallow melts.