New York Oceanfront resorts and beach hotels provide vacationers with an escape from the everyday; after spending a day relaxing in the sun, they can retreat to their accommodations to spend some time in luxury.

On Long Island, an array of stylish New York oceanfront resorts welcome overnight guests. New York beach resorts here range from grand, full-service hotels to one-of-a-kind or quirky getaways.

The South Fork is the home of the Hamptons, chic beaches like Main Beach in East Hampton, grand estates, and vital cultural institutions. Some of the most luxurious beach resorts in New York are located in the Hamptons.

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The Allegria Hotel & Spa (pictured), just 25 miles from Manhattan, offers its guests an elegant escape to the Hamptons with 143 guestrooms decorated in beach chic, a rooftop pool, a spa, gourmet meals, and a lounge overlooking the Long Beach boardwalk.Like many New York oceanfront resorts, the views of the Atlantic are the main draw..

The North Shore has a charm all its own, with wineries, outlet shopping, rolling farmlands, and a plethora of New York oceanfront resorts. One such resort, the Andrew Hotel of Great Neck is located within walking distance of the Long Island Rail Road and premier shopping. Welcoming amenities make guests feel at home, including complimentary breakfast and high-speed Internet, flat-screen televisions, nightly turndown service, and 24-hour concierge access.

Montauk, at the tip of Long Island, is a popular place to find beach resorts in New York. Open year-round, the Montauk Manor is located high on a hill, all in view of the Block Island Sound, Gardiner's Bay, and the Atlantic. At this grand property, guestrooms are condominium apartments, which afford plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy a private retreat. Guests enjoy the pool, putting green, squash, a day spa, and more. The beaches of Robert Moses State Park and Fire Island National Seashore are a stone's throw away for the historic resort.

New York beach resorts aren't limited to Long Island. The city of New York has more than 500 miles of shoreline, so time at the beach is a natural choice for fun. One of the most famous of New York beaches, Coney Island, offers the traditional seaside escape, complete with cotton candy, a Ferris wheel, and a wide boardwalk.

Brooklyn is home to a wide variety of hotels, bed-and-breakfast inns, and limited service properties, all near Coney Island and Brighton Beach at the other end of the boardwalk. Just a few miles away, the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge is the only full-service hotel in the area. With a variety of packages, vacationers can combine their overnight stays with visits to the beach and all the attractions just over the bridge in Manhattan.

The Thousand Islands Region, which shares a boarder with Quebec and Ontario, is another place to find beach resorts in New York. An array of properties along the Saint Lawrence River and Lake Ontario set the stage for memorable vacations. Many of these New York beach resorts are equipped for year-round stays, so travelers can enjoy a getaway no matter what the season.

The Stone Fence Resort is located on thirteen scenic acres along the Saint Lawrence, just outside Ogdensburg. With a private beach, boat slips, and the swimming pools, guests have an array of opportunities for enjoying fun on the water. From November through April, this top-rated resort offers some of its best rates.