An insatiable desire to travel far and wide (and specifically, to embrace the amenities, benefits and experiences of luxury travel) is gripping the globe, seemingly more than ever before — and there’s no time like the present to strike while the iron is hot. By that, we mean taking full advantage of summer’s last hurrah while booking an unexpected, opulent and authentic final summer getaway.
Just as with other Labor Day sales, many fine hotels are offering deals and discounts for the long weekend ahead. Splurge a little, live a lot and book your next getaway ASAP as the sun sets on summer. Here, a handful of quality hotels offering last-minute Labor Day Weekend deals:
Arlo Wynwood, Miami
Miami is a city never rarely at rest, and the Arlo Wynwood’s special Labor Day package makes it easier than ever to make the most out of the long weekend. Get two complimentary drinks at hotel hotspot MaryGold’s, check out late at 2 p.m. and save big on a room through September 4th. Rates starting at $139/night
Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, Manchester, Vt.
Escape to the north with this rustic-meets-elegant destination set across 900-plus sprawling Vermont acres. There are plentiful opportunities to experience the great outdoors, from fly fishing to golfing to off-roading in a Land Rover, and rooms are 25% off for a limited time. Rates starting at $269/night
Hutton Hotel, Nashville
The Hutton Hotel in Nashville lives up to the area’s famed Music City moniker, and what could be better than that for a long weekend? It’s situated in the heart of Music Row, a true fan’s dream. That’s far from the only chart-topping feature: Intimate, modern venue Analog is part of the property, which even includes a handsomely appointed recording studio space used by the likes of Margo Price.
Upscale Americana restaurant Evelyn’s also recently opened at the Hutton, and you can stay three nights for the price of two until September 7th. Rates starting at $199/night
Gabriel South Beach, Miami
The Gabriel South Beach, a Hilton Curio Collection property centrally located on a lively stretch of Ocean Drive, is offering a wallet-friendly Labor Day Suite Package which includes complimentary parking and a private beach cabana where guests can relax and unwind on a pristine section of South Beach, or kick back at the boutique hotel’s glass-bottom pool. Rates starting at $176/night
Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver, B.C.
Hop briefly north of the border to Vancouver, where harbor views and crisp Canadian air await. There are also festivals celebrating Japanese art and Polish culture across Labor Day weekend, and it’s all accessible from impossibly luxurious accommodations. A major bonus? The property is offering a 15% discount on suites via its Sweet Suites offer for a limited time. Rates starting at $408/night
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort, Key West
What’s better than an ice-cold beer, the sand beneath your feet and the pleasant crash of waves on a nearby shore? Surely, not much. It all comes together Labor Day weekend during the Key West Brewfest, and there’s hardly a more accessible way to get to the fest than a stay at the luxe Marker Key West on the historic Key West Seaport. Rates starting at $348/night
Hotel Downstreet, North Adams, Mass.
North Adams is a hotbed of rustic arts and culture, including the famed MASS MoCa Museum, and it’s also a perfectly idyllic spot to say goodbye to summer and welcome early fall. Lush foliage, rolling hills and small-town charm abound, and it’s even better that Labor Day rates at the new destination clock in below $250. Embrace the Northeast in all its splendor. Rates starting at $216/night
The Elser Hotel & Residences, Miami
Settle in and stay awhile at this downtown Miami luxury tower boasting residential-style accommodations. The draw this Labor Day weekend is the “Seas the Day” package in partnership with Spectre Sea, which includes a private four-hour charter cruise and a champagne breakfast in bed special. Starting at $5,000
Ritz-Carlton Gold Coast, Chicago
Consistency and a premium experience are king when traveling, and with the Ritz-Carlton, both are assuredly guaranteed. There’s a luxury spa, an Italian-inspired steakhouse, a breathtaking rooftop lounge and a vast range of suite and luxury accommodation options in the Windy City. Rates starting at $458/night
Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis
Minneapolis is home to more than just the immortal music of Prince, The Replacements and other Twin Cities legends. It’s also a hotspot for luxury lodging and culinary delights, and the Rand Tower Hotel very much fits the bill. Visitors can get $50 in food and beverage credit at the property, plus a chance at a room upgrade, as well as free parking with the Elevate Your Stay package. Rates starting at $187/night
The Williamsburg Hotel, Brooklyn
The history of Williamsburg as an industrial hub meets modern flair and luxury at the trendy Brooklyn neighborhood’s namesake hotel (which will soon be rebranded as the Arlo Williamsburg). In the meantime, there’s a hip rooftop pool, plus the Water Tower and Lobby bars to appreciate this coming long weekend. Plus, you can save 15% on a 2-night stay when you book any of the hotel’s Skyline Suites. Rates starting at $404/night