Perched along West Lake Drive where the quiet rhythm of Montauk Harbor meets Block Island Sound, a former 1980s roadside motel has been reimagined as a stylish seaside haven. Originally built in 1983 as Sunset Montauk, the 29-room boutique property has officially reopened as Hotel Corduroy under hospitality investment firm Blue Flag Capital and design team Ward + Gray. The comprehensive transformation elevates the original trio of whitewashed structures into an intimate coastal retreat that honors the area’s rich surfing heritage, maritime spirit, and free-spirited community.
Inside, the property exudes a warm, sun-faded aesthetic filled with layered textures, vintage accents, and subtle references to 1960s coastal living. The main lobby is designed to feel like a cozy residential living room, complete with custom furnishings, a curated cassette tape library, and a boutique shop stocked with apparel from brands like Faherty alongside local beach essentials. Guest accommodations feature plush pillowtop bedding, contemporary artwork, custom wood details, and private outdoor balconies or patio seating where travelers can take in the ocean breeze.
Outdoors, the hotel grounds center around a spacious green lawn equipped with outdoor fire pits, comfortable sofas, and lounge seating designed for evening gatherings under the stars. Guests enjoy access to a quiet private beach zone along Sunset Beach, complimentary cruisers for biking to nearby Ditch Plains or downtown Montauk, and convenient proximity to the local marina and waterfront seafood dining. By combining retro seaside charm with elevated modern hospitality, Hotel Corduroy offers a relaxed and authentic basecamp for exploring the easternmost tip of Long Island.
Beyond its physical amenities, Hotel Corduroy represents Blue Flag Capital’s debut expansion onto Long Island’s East End. The boutique destination signals a broader commitment to design-led hospitality across the region, joining upcoming sister properties in nearby Sag Harbor and Greenport. By intentionally steering away from high-density nightlife in favor of a low-key, community-minded atmosphere, the project delivers a refreshing counter-narrative to traditional Hamptons luxury—one that celebrates the unhurried, authentic coastal character that drew artists, anglers, and surfers to Montauk in the first place.
Hotel Corduroy:
www.thehotelcorduroy.com
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