The Best Things to Do in Montauk, New York | Condé Nast Traveler

"Home to that je ne sais quoi that keeps me coming back every summer, this family‑owned oasis (purchased by the Daunts in 1977) has been thoughtfully renovated with an across‑the‑street restaurant (The Bird), an on‑site pool, and a campfire space. Run by Leo Daunt—often on‑site with his sweet dog, Koda, namesake of the top‑tier Koda Suite—the motel retains its charming old‑school feel while feeling tastefully elevated. As someone who has visited for three summers straight, I found it evident that Daunt put his whole heart into elevating the hotel and restaurant space in a tasteful, refined way, and the central, near‑beach location seals the appeal." - Jessica Chapel