3 adult-only hotels near Long Island for a child-free getaway
The Aqua Beach Hotel in Aquebogue has a private Peconic Bay beach. Credit: Randee Daddona
A new adult-only flight and cruise package from JetBlue and Virgin Voyages sold out in less than two hours after its launch last week, and the companies are already looking at ways to bring it back. The "Do Not Disturb" experience paired a dedicated charter flight from Kennedy Airport to Fort Lauderdale with an adults-only cruise to the Bahamas.
A JetBlue representative told Newsday in an emailed statement that the airline hopes to bring back similar experiences in 2027, subject to government approval for the charter flights. Virgin Voyages is exploring plans to offer the experience multiple times a year and expand to additional cruise departure cities.
“Selling out in two hours gave us a pretty clear answer,” Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages said. “Now we’re exploring ways to bring it back multiple times a year with JetBlue Vacations and expand to more destinations we sail from, like Los Angeles, Seattle for our Alaska voyages, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. We’ve given people a taste of what this could look like, and we’d love to give them more.”
Long Islanders interested in a getaway without kids don't necessarily have to wait for another flight-and-cruise package. These three adults-only properties offer a getaway within three hours driving distance.
Aqua Beach Hotel
15 Bay Ave., Aquebogue; aquahotelbeachclub.com; 631-722-3212
The Aqua Beach Hotel in Aquebogue. Credit: Randee Daddona
Long Islanders don't have to leave the island for an adults-only waterfront escape. Aqua Beach Hotel is an 18-suite boutique property overlooking Peconic Bay, offering a quiet, year-round home base in the heart of North Fork wine country.
The secluded private beach is steps away, and Jamesport, Paumanok and Sherwood House vineyards are within three miles. On the property, guests get an outdoor barrel sauna, a hot tub, complimentary water sports and bicycles and a daily picnic basket breakfast delivered to their rooms.
Rates: Start at $239 per night
The Virginia Hotel
25 Jackson St., Cape May, New Jersey; caperesorts.com; 609-884-5700
Cape May, New Jersey, offers Victorian architecture, festive tours, and a tranquil seaside escape. Credit: Newsday/Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts
The Virginia Hotel is an 1879 historic luxury boutique landmark on Jackson Street, located in the heart of Cape May's historic district. The 24-room, adult-only property offers a sophisticated stay featuring in-room spa services and farm-to-table dining at its Ebbitt Room restaurant.
Guests can also enjoy a daily artisanal breakfast featuring fresh ingredients sourced from West Cape May’s Beach Plum Farm. Bicycles, umbrellas, towels and chairs are provided to explore the nearby beach and guests have access to two pools and a poolside bar at its neighboring sister resort, Congress Hall.
Rates: Start at $200 per night
AmishView Inn & Suites
3125 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania; amishviewinn.com; 866-735-1600
AmishView Inn & Suites sits on ten acres of Plain and Fancy Farm, completely surrounded by working Amish farmland in Pennsylvania. While one wing of the hotel is family-friendly, a separate, connected three-story adult-only building is restricted to guests 18 and older, featuring 40 Grand King rooms built specifically for couples seeking a quiet getaway.
The adult-only building features upscale amenities like kitchenettes, large sitting areas, double vanities and premium bathrooms with clawfoot or frameless glass soaking tubs. Guests have full access to an indoor heated pool, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center and a hot breakfast buffet that includes made-to-order omelets and fresh Belgian waffles.
Rates: Start at $209 per night
