
Montauk Yacht Club
Best for travelers who want a full-service waterfront resort with a marina, multiple pools (including adults-only options), and on-site coastal dining.
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Montauk Yacht Club is a large waterfront resort on Lake Montauk with a marina, multiple pools, family areas and active seasonal programming — read this if you want resort-scale beach, boating, and family amenities. The Roundtree, Amagansett is a refined, high-end Amagansett boutique retreat with residential rooms, complimentary continental breakfasts, and quiet gardens — read this if you prefer a quieter, village-style Hamptons stay.
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Best for travelers who want a full-service waterfront resort with a marina, multiple pools (including adults-only options), and on-site coastal dining.

Best for travelers who prefer a small, high-end Amagansett inn with cottage-style rooms, daily continental breakfast, and a quiet village location.
When Montauk Yacht Club wins: Choose Montauk Yacht Club if you want resort-scale amenities — on-site marina and boating, three pools including an adults-only pool, a private beach, multiple restaurants and larger event spaces — or if you’re traveling with family or a boat.
When The Roundtree, Amagansett wins: Choose The Roundtree if you want a quieter, boutique Hamptons stay in Amagansett with residential-style rooms and cottages, complimentary continental breakfast and daily receptions, and easy access to Amagansett Square and nearby beaches.
Bottom line: Montauk Yacht Club is the active waterfront option for visitors seeking boating, pools and programming; The Roundtree is the refined, lower-key boutique choice for travelers prioritizing calm, personalized service and a village address.
| Category | Montauk Yacht Club | The Roundtree, Amagansett |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-scale, lively waterfront resort with marina and family programming | High-end, quiet Amagansett boutique retreat with residential feel |
| Location | On Lake Montauk, private beach and marina access | 273 Main Street, Amagansett — village location, short drive to local beaches |
| Size | About 106–107 rooms/suites across a 16-acre waterfront property plus historic cottages | 15 rooms (air-conditioned guest accommodations in a Colonial/inn layout) |
| Who it's best for | Families, boaters, guests wanting full-service resort amenities | Couples, small groups, travelers seeking a quiet boutique stay |
| Pools | Three pools: two outdoor (including a family Great Lawn Pool and an adults-only Ocean Club/Marina Pool) plus an indoor pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets (ALBA Spiaggia waterfront Italian, The Pool Bar, Yachtys food truck, The Market) | Daily complimentary continental breakfast and evening reception; room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Cabana Spa (floating spa by ELEMIS for 2026), 24-hour fitness center, complimentary yoga classes | Spa services on site (reservations required) and yoga classes/instruction listed among amenities |
| Known for | Largest marina in the Hamptons, boating and water-sport access, event and wedding spaces | Quiet, high-rated boutique lodging with cottage options and daily complimentary reception |
| Pet policy | Dog-friendly (pet fees apply; confirm specifics prior to booking) | Allows pets in specific rooms (USD 50 per pet, per night; service animals exempt) |
| Parking & transport | Free self-parking on site; complimentary INEOS transportation within 5 miles included in daily Water Club fee | Free self parking on site; preferred airport East Hampton (HTO) |
Montauk Yacht Club sits on Star Island along Lake Montauk with private beach and an on-site marina.
Ideal if you want to be based on the water with easy access to boating and Montauk’s outdoor attractions.
The Roundtree is on Main Street in Amagansett, a short drive from several beaches and local shops.
Best if you want a quieter, walkable Amagansett base close to village restaurants and short drives to beaches.
Montauk Yacht Club offers coastal-modern guest rooms, suites and historic cottages across a large waterfront property.
Choose Montauk Yacht Club for a wide selection of room types, including waterfront and cottage options.
The Roundtree offers intimate, cottage-style rooms and barn suites in a small-property format.
Choose The Roundtree for compact, well-appointed cottage and barn-style accommodations with boutique details.
Montauk Yacht Club runs several on-site dining outlets focused on coastal and casual dining.
A broader on-property dining program with multiple venues and seasonal service hours.
The Roundtree offers a quieter, hospitality-driven food and beverage experience.
A low-key dining approach centered on included breakfast and a daily guest reception rather than multiple restaurants.
Montauk Yacht Club’s signature amenities are its marina, private beach and three pools.
A resort for guests who want structured pool choices, a private beach and direct marina access.
The Roundtree focuses on garden spaces and village access rather than resort-scale pools or marina.
The Roundtree emphasizes quiet outdoor gardens and easy beach access nearby rather than on-site pools or a marina.
Montauk Yacht Club offers an active wellness program plus seasonal nightlife and live music.
Good choice for guests who want structured fitness and spa options plus casual on-site nightlife and events.
The Roundtree provides quieter on-site wellness offerings and a low-key evening atmosphere.
Pick The Roundtree if you want modest on-site wellness and calm evenings in a village setting.

Montauk Yacht Club — full-service on-site marina and direct water access.

The Roundtree, Amagansett — small property, cottage rooms, daily reception and village setting.

Montauk Yacht Club — family pool, indoor pool, kids' activities and large grounds.

The Roundtree, Amagansett — refined room amenities, memory foam beds and complimentary breakfast.
Montauk Yacht Club — it has a full-service marina and direct water access; The Roundtree does not list marina access.
The Roundtree, Amagansett — it’s a small, high-end boutique property on Main Street with a residential feel and daily receptions rather than resort programming.
Montauk Yacht Club includes access to pools and a private beach as core resort amenities (some access tied to the Water Club/resort fee); The Roundtree provides beach amenities and is a short drive to nearby beaches, with beach loungers and towels listed among amenities.
Both properties allow pets in specified rooms with fees (policies and fees differ — confirm current rules before booking).
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