The Heartwood, BeaconThe Heartwood in Beacon, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 7 of 18 hotels we score in Beacon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.6 before correction. Rooms from about $322 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Heartwood is a 50-room, smoke-free boutique hotel at 165 College Ave in the Arlington district of Poughkeepsie, New York, about a mile from Vassar College. Rooms come with king beds, ensuite bathrooms and robes, and there are shared hangout rooms with games plus outdoor spaces. The on-site Salt Line restaurant serves American cuisine, and there is a bar and lounge, fitness centre, event space and free self-parking. WiFi is free in public areas, and a continental breakfast is available for a surcharge. It suits families, visiting parents and college travellers who want a walkable base near campus. Rates start at $322 a night, which is a step up from a standard chain stay.What stands out

Walkable location near Vassar College

Well-regarded on-site restaurant and bar

Free parking and public-area WiFi

Games rooms and outdoor spaces

Watch out for

Breakfast costs extra

WiFi free only in public areas

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