At first, the brand new Time Nyack Hotel, situated in the picturesque Hudson Valley hamlet of Nyack, may seem a bit posh for its surroundings.  But the hotel — much like the village — is a juxtaposition. An easy 20 miles North of NYC, this escape from the concrete jungle has become an artists’ mecca with […]The post Posh & Picturesque ‘Time Nyack’ Offers An Artfully Historic Escape from NYC appeared first on Pursuitist.

At first, the brand new Time Nyack Hotel, situated in the picturesque Hudson Valley hamlet of Nyack, may seem a bit posh for its surroundings.  But the hotel — much like the village — is a juxtaposition.An easy 20 miles North of NYC, this escape from the concrete jungle has become an artists’ mecca with a vibrant music scene, a destination for outdoor recreation… and a haven for an “Urban Sophisticate” concentration of wealth.  Like a beacon just off the highway, the Time Nyack beckons as an artsy-yet-historic, vintage-yet-modern travel stop (and fresh local hangout!) with an unusual combination of flair accompanied by industrial spin.The 133 room boutique hotel, the latest from the Time Hotels (formerly a Dream Hotel Group Brand), started out as a factory producing 25 cent plastic toys;  Now, a High Ball at the bar will set you back $15.  The building was later used as a recording studio; Today a trendy young professional crowd unwinds to lounge beats that stream over the ...