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Collective Retreats Governors Island

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Located close to Governors Island and Statue of Liberty, Collective Retreats Governors Island provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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A couple lying on a couch in a room with a wooden floor and a patterned rug.

Voyager King Tent

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A tent with a city view, a bed, a chair, a table, and a plant.

Voyager Twin Tent

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

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A tented accommodation with a city skyline view, steps leading to the entrance, and a chair outside.

Journey King Tent

  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A view from a tented area overlooking a river with a large boat, a wooden deck, and a chair.

Journey Waterfront King Tent

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two people sitting on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape with a tent in the foreground.

Journey Twin Tent

  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A cozy bedroom with a wooden interior, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

Basecamp Cabin

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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A wooden gate with a sign reading "COLLECTIVE RETREATS" in front of a city skyline.

Basecamp Cabin ADA

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A tent with a table and chairs, a lamp, and a view of the Statue of Liberty at dusk.

Voyager Twin ADA Tent

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a large tree in the foreground.

The Outlook Suite

  • Harbor view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern interior with large windows offering a city skyline view, a black hanging light fixture, and a wooden floor.

The Summit Suite

  • Harbor view
  • 103 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A tented area with a city skyline in the background.

The Expedition Tent

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern, glass-walled bedroom with a wooden bed, pillows, and a nightstand.

The Observatory Suite

  • Harbor view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A tented room with a view of the Statue of Liberty, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a book.

Voyager Waterfront King Tent

  • Harbor view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A large tent with a wooden deck and two chairs in front.

Journey Family Tents

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Manhattan, a neighborhood in New York, Collective Retreats Governors Island is in a national park. Governors Island and Statue of Liberty are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Times Square. One World Trade Center and Empire State Building are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our New York travel guide
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825 Gresham Rd, New York, NY, 10004

What's nearby

  • A waterfront park with a city skyline in the background.
    Governors Island
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Statue of Liberty in New York City, with the Manhattan skyline in the background.
    New York Harbor
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A bridge with an American flag, a city skyline, and a waterfront park.
    Brooklyn Bridge Park
    15 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • A street sign for Wall St. with American flags.
    Wall Street
    17 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • A sailboat on the water with the Statue of Liberty in the background.
    Battery Park
    17 min drive - 3.2 miles

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
  • Red Hook Tavern
  • Six Coasts
    10 min walk
  • Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie
  • Strong Rope Brewery

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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 8:00 AM to 10:00 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

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 11:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 63.11 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Collective Retreats Governors Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Collective Retreats Governors Island?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Collective Retreats Governors Island located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is steps from Governors Island and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from One World Trade Center. South Ferry Station is 24 minutes by foot and Whitehall St. Station is 27 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Collective Retreats Governors Island Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 136 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Every staff member was super friendly and accommodating. Dinner was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property! Staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had a great time! The staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The location is unbeatable. But there were too many snafus and staff was not at all helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a simply magical New York experience. The staff are amazing and clearly love their jobs and make every guest feel that way. We are New Yorkers and this was just a summer escape from the routine and it was addicting. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly and helpful crew! Loved the view and vibe. Thank you manager! Only if the tents were better in shape.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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So beautiful, an escape from the city. Our tent rattled so loud throughout the night it felt like someone shaking a saucepan full of cutlery over our heads—even with white noise on and noise cancelling headphones in. Dinner at the restaurant was incredible, but breakfast was stingy AF. Highly recommend for families
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It's a great location with probably the best views on NY Harbor. When it got a bit breezy during the night the noise kept us up. Not sure if you can do anything about it. We loved the fire pit. Breakfast was quite nice, although dinner at 3 Peaks was a bit disappointing. Al the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay at the Collective. Welcomed at the ferry and drove round to the retreat. We were checked in, driven to our tent, showed around & within 20 minutes, we were settled in. The tent was gorgeous & the place felt very safe. We didn’t eat dinner but the views were incredible. Air traffic was loud but it’s NYC, nothing unexpected. Breakfast food was delicious. Would definitely stay again & will recommend to friends.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Just what we expected

Just what we expected. Staff was nice & helpful. Hanging out in the middle of New York Harbor. Happy Hour was relaxed (1 free w your stay). Dinner was good (additional). Smores & Campfire were great (included). Beds were comfy. They had coffee available in our room to make which we did at 6am when we woke. Breakfast was fine and it starts at 8am (additional but came with a breakfast beverage - we had coffee). And they will hold your bags after checkout if you want to go explore Governor's Island - which we did. Overall a relaxing & enjoyable time. You will hear the ferry & helicopters from time to time but that's nothing compared to NYC constant noise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

It was a very nice and unique stay. Sleeping tent and adjoining bathroom tent roomy with a good view. Did need to pass through a 2-3 step open space to get from sleeping area to our bathroom tent. Liked their soaps and creams. The staff was very nice and aimed to please but it took many asks for simple things to be addressed (missing lt bulb, clearing/replacing used coffee items etc). Breakfast at restaurant very good. Dinner, for most part, good though some seasonings iffy. Our waitress was very accommodating and appreciated.Good bar and drinks. Enjoyed hammocks and fire pits. Should note it’s not a quiet location- water and air traffic a constant and sounds (sirens) carry across the water. Embraced it all as part of being in NYC!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

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Staff were super friendly and food was amazing. Unfortunately there was construction going on during my stay right behind the tents which made the experience not as enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Where do I start about collective retreat from the time I got off the ferry they had a golf cart waiting for me. Took me to the retreat. I got the most beautiful tent now. Mind you this is outdoors. It’s grassy,it’s dusty. It’s not the Ritz Carlton, but the view was amazing. The tent was comfortable, but let’s talk about the staff, and I got names to mention 101/10 all across the board.. these are all kids working here. (now I’m just calling them kids because I’m older than them. They were like in their 20s early 30s so their kids in my eyes LOL )I’m telling you they’re doing the cooking. The cleaning greeting is making sure all staff is comfortable. I never had experienced something like this before. Just literally on Governors Island. It was amazing experience.Musa the GM , Leeds, an amazing crew .Then there is Jordan,Deona ,Aaliyay,Zaby,,Manuel,Nat,Awa Alton and Joshua. and how could we forget the maintenance guys and the Housekeeper just an amazing experience the only thing make sure you come with your own little night snack snacks what they offer is not worth seven dollars that’s my only thing and give us some bug spray, LOL but I would have to say my 48th birthday was amazing. They made it so special and I left with a little goodie bag. I so love this place literally on Governors Island. OH, AND THE RESTAURANT THE FOOD IS LITERALLY COOKED IN FRONT OF YOU FRESH AND THEY ALL WORK AS A TEAM TO MAKE EVERYTHING GO SO SMOOTH SO PLEASANT WHILE YOU ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Unique experience, worth doing once just for the view and to see the island at night after the crowds leave. There was some difficulty with logistics at check in. There are rats by the fire pits at night but that’s NYC for you. Our tent was clean with a great bed and air conditioner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place. Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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Place was nice beautiful scenery, but food does not match the place. And during our stay at night some stranger tried to get in our tent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Incredible place for a late summer stay and spa get-away minutes from Manhattan. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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a good vacation and location for a reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

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Terrible experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This was a beautiful peaceful stay. I recommended this place to a few people do to how peaceful it was. I loved it soo much. The staff were extremely helphful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026