Collective Retreats Governors Island

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Governors Island

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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825 Gresham Rd, New York, NY, 10004
  • Place, Governors Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New York Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Voyager King Tent

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Voyager Twin Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Journey King Tent

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Journey Waterfront King Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Journey Twin Tent

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basecamp Cabin

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Basecamp Cabin ADA

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Voyager Twin ADA Tent

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

The Outlook Suite

  • 593 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Summit Suite

  • 1110 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Expedition Tent

  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Observatory Suite

  • 654 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Voyager Waterfront King Tent

  • 320 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Journey Family Tents

  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, Collective Retreats Governors Island is adjacent to Governors Island with other popular attractions like One World Trade Center within a within a few miles (5 km). This 10-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Governors Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New York Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Battery Park - 10 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Wall Street - 11 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Brooklyn Cruise Terminal - 12 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Smith - 9 Sts. Station - 3 min drive
  • Brooklyn Flatbush Avenue Station - 6 min drive
  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Vista - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Island Oyster - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Little Eva's - ‬6 min walk
  • Strong Rope Brewery
  • Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie

About this property

Collective Retreats Governors Island

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Governors Island
Collective Retreats Governors Island features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and spa services. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Patios, sitting areas, and private yards are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property can be reached only by ferry.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 2 to April 30:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 63.11 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Collective Governors Island Campsite New York
Collective Governors Island Campsite
Collective Governors Island New York
Collective Governors Campsite
Collective Governors New York
Collective Governors Island Hotel
Collective Governors Island New York
Collective Governors Island Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Collective Retreats Governors Island provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Collective Retreats Governors Island?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan within a 10-minute walk of New York Harbor and Governors Island. You'll also find Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and Wall Street within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is a spa located at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages.

Does Collective Retreats Governors Island include a casino on the premises?

No, Collective Retreats Governors Island doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Collective Retreats Governors Island a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Collective Retreats Governors Island feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Collective Retreats Governors Island serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Collective Retreats Governors Island allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Collective Retreats Governors Island.

Are there connecting rooms at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Collective Retreats Governors Island?

The closest major airport to Collective Retreats Governors Island is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is 17.8 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), which is located 26.4 mi away (53-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Yes, every guestroom at Collective Retreats Governors Island comes with a patio with some featuring harbor or city views.

Does Collective Retreats Governors Island host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Collective Retreats Governors Island.

Collective Retreats Governors Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 82 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I took my mother to the retreat on Governor's Island for her 80th birthday and it was fabulous. The unique setting, views, staff and service was amazing. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Molly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Miss the breakfast brought to cabin! Really adds to the experience. Was a little messy in the restaurant for the continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere and vibe of the retreat. Food was great. The yoga was very fun. We were there on Thursday day/night. Many of the surrounding vendors are closed on Thursday, just a heads up if that is important to traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maryann

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect quick getaway!

First time staying here and absolutely loved it! Rented bikes during the day, and enjoyed amazing views, dinner, drinks, bonfire, and s’mores in the evening. Will come again with a bigger group!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Glamping at Collective Retreats, Governor’s Island

Nice stay for a couple of days! During the summer, the tents are very hot, even with the A/C and ventilation on full blast! Very noisy due to boats, circle line and helicopters tours! They do have earplugs in the tent which was very handy and appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angeli

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The tent was hot
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dahsir

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andriy, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
During hot day AC was not cooling But night was ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hosted a group of ~a dozen of us for my husband’s birthday. The staff were amazingly welcoming and hospitable. We were picked up from the ferry in golf carts, whisked off to our tents and then enjoyed drinks on the deck - taking in the views of the Statue of Liberty and downtown. We hosted dinner at Three Peaks and everyone raved about the meal. The steak was top notch. We closed the night out around the campfire under the stars. Couldn’t have been better a better time and so worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve never camped at all so this was a great experience! The bathrooms, grounds, room were all clean. I did go on the days where NYC had low humidity so I’m not sure how hot the tents would be on the 100+ days. I love governors island but right now there is a lot of construction all around the retreat. My only recommendation for improvement would be the continental breakfast was super sparse… what they charge for the night we could at least get a banana or some toast. All in all I did have a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The tents were dirty and old. The zippers in the tents and for the bathrooms were old and did not work. And we were woken up early in the morning by construction just a few feet from our tent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

stacey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
no
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nai

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy your beautiful place night city view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Masumi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, responsive, and prompt with requests. Accommodations were very clean. Loved they provided shuttle service to places you wanted to visit on the island. Restaurant on site, was delicious! We'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish the property was straightforward about complete lack of food options on the island after 9 p. Arrived on last ferry at 9, no indication that there was zero food on the island after 9, and zero food options at hotel, also. Overall felt desolate and low key creepy and an absolute rip off for $500
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience, well managed and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. I’d love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed at the gorgeous Glamping property of collective retreats on Governors Island last week. Our stay, and experience overall was outstanding. The setting is unbeatable; with tents in the foreground and lady Liberty and the south of Manhattan for a backdrop! It’s breathtaking both day and night. We opted for a journey tent but we would upgrade to a tent with our own private bathroom next time. The facilities were spotless though! The little extras like breakfast delivery, s’mores and campfires at night, glamorous details in the room…all left us wanting to come back again. We were so impressed by the level of service the staff provided. It’s clear that Evan runs a tight ship when every single staff member you engage with is helpful professional and absolutely lovely. Namira checked us in on arrival and even brought breakfast to our tent the next morning! We hope to be back again this season before they close in November. If you are reading this, you must try this wonderful experience for yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yosra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable Stay

I stayed in the Outlook Villa for my solo trip. Overall it was nice and comfortable. Service was very good and the villa was beautiful. I had a few issues but it didn’t impact my vacation time. Twice I had people enter the villa without checking. I know it’s a relaxed atmosphere but it did freak me out that despite having the privacy button on, people still entered. The wifi is not strong in the actual villa. It kept dropping and I ended up hot spotting to my personal phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024