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If you’re dreaming of a waterfront escape without hopping on a flight, one of the nation’s premier coastal getaways is sitting right in our backyard.
Delamar Greenwich Harbor has officially been named the No. 9 Best Waterfront Hotel in the US in USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The hotel stands out as the closest property to New York City on the entire top 10 list.
Located just 45 minutes outside Manhattan, this harborfront spot brings a taste of the Côte d’Azur straight to the Connecticut coast.
European charm meet waterfront luxury
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Nestled right on the edge of Long Island Sound, the boutique property features 82 richly appointed rooms and suites. Guests can enjoy private balconies overlooking the harbor, cozy wood-burning fireplaces, and in-room Illy Espresso machines.
For those seeking an elevated stay, the hotel’s exclusive Belvedere Floor offers:
Personal concierge service and luggage handling
Freshly baked croissant deliveries paired with specialty coffees each morning
Evening receptions featuring daily changing hors d’oeuvres and signature plum cocktails
Waterfront dining and pampering spa rituals
A major highlight of the property is its institutional French restaurant, l’escale. Set along a wrought-iron covered terrace, the restaurant features 200-year-old terra-cotta floor tiles imported from Provence and an exquisite Mediterranean menu helmed by Chef Frederic Kieffer.
Visitors looking to relax can indulge in pampering treatments at the full-service spa, which offers advanced facial therapies and bio-mat massage treatments.
During the warmer months, guests can explore the coast using complimentary beach bikes or set sail on private Barton & Gray yacht charters departing right from the harbor dock.
Fresh updates and a new designer penthouse
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The national recognition comes alongside several new enhancements at the hotel. Delamar Greenwich Harbor recently completed a full guestroom renovation to bring a refreshed, understated look to its spaces.
This fall, the property will also unveil a brand-new Penthouse Suite designed by renowned interior designers Bunny Williams and Elizabeth Lawrence.