Getting around Resorts World Catskills and the local area

Resorts World Catskills is at 888 Resorts World Drive in Monticello, NY; the property offers on-site self-parking, included high-speed Wi‑Fi, indoor pools, a spa (Awana Spa), multiple restaurants and a 100,000 sq ft casino. For local trips, drives or rideshares are the most practical options to nearby attractions such as Bethel Woods and The Kartrite indoor waterpark.
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Getting to the resort
The resort address is 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello, New York 12701. The nearest major airport is New York Stewart International Airport (SWF); drive time varies but is commonly about an hour.
Resorts World Catskills offers an airport shuttle/transfer service — guests should contact the property with arrival details to arrange service (surcharges may apply). Ride-hailing services and local taxis also serve the area.
- Nearest major airport: Stewart International Airport (SWF) — roughly a 50–90 minute drive depending on traffic
- Other airport options: Albany (ALB) and New York City (JFK/LGA), all farther by car
- Resort transfer/shuttle: available; contact the property before travel
| Mode | Notes |
|---|---|
| Car / Rental | Most flexible; free garage self-parking on site |
| Airport shuttle | Available from the property; prearrange with resort |
| Bus | Rockland Coaches / ShortLine runs to Monticello area from NYC (limited schedules) |

On-site arrival, check-in and parking
Standard check-in is listed as 4:00 PM (some sources note extended check-in windows); check-out is by 11:00 AM. A credit card in the guest's name and government ID are required at check-in; the check-in guest must be at least 21.
Self-parking in the resort garage is complimentary and included with the resort fee; valet is offered for an extra charge on selected days. The resort collects a refundable incidental deposit by credit card at check-in.
- Check-in: typically begins at 4:00 PM; some listings show extended windows
- Check-out: 11:00 AM; late check-out may be available for a fee
- Parking: complimentary garage self-parking; valet available for an added fee
- Deposit & payment: refundable incidental deposit collected by credit card
| Guest requirement | Notes |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to check in | 21 years; credit card in guest's name required |
| Payment methods | Major credit cards accepted; deposit collected on credit card |
| Smoking & pets | No smoking; pets not permitted (service animals per ADA allowed) |

Getting around the property
The resort campus is walkable: hotels, casino, restaurants, bars, pools, spa and meeting spaces are on the same property. The Monster Golf Club is within walking distance of the resort campus.
Registered hotel and spa guests have included access to the fitness center and indoor pools (pool hours are daily 7:00 AM–10:00 PM). Some areas such as the casino floor and certain bars are 21+.
- Pools: two indoor pools and a hot tub for registered guests; one pool is 21+ and one is all-ages
- Fitness center: on-site with Life Fitness machines and free weights; typically included with resort fee
- Spa (Awana Spa): separate access rules and hours — spa services are for guests 18+
| Facility | Access |
|---|---|
| Indoor pools | Reserved for registered hotel and spa guests; open 7:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Fitness center | Included with resort fee; on-site access for registered guests |
| Casino floor & some bars | Restricted to guests 21 and older |

Rooms and where to stay on property
Room types listed for the resort include Deluxe Suite and Luxury Suite. Suites include in-room amenities covered by the resort fee such as Wi‑Fi and bottled water/coffee.
If you need a specific bed configuration or suite layout for meetings or family travel, confirm availability and bed type (Deluxe Suite: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds; Luxury Suite: 1 King Bed) with reservations before arrival.
- Deluxe Suite — available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Luxury Suite — available with 1 King Bed
- Resort fee includes Wi‑Fi, pool and fitness access, pool towels, and self-parking
| Room type | Typical bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Luxury Suite | 1 King Bed |
Dining, nightlife and age rules
Resorts World Catskills has multiple on-site restaurants and bars that serve different hours and cuisines; several venues are open to guests under 21 while the casino floor and some bars require guests to be 21 or older.
Plan ahead for table-service restaurants like Cellaio and Lotus — reservations are recommended. The Catskills Bistro provides all-day options and is open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Open to all ages: Cellaio, Lotus, The Catskills Bistro, Dos Gatos Cantina, Good Friends, RW Food Hall
- 21+ areas: casino gaming floor, Bar 360 (inside Sportsbook 360), Butterfly Beach Bar and other gaming-adjacent lounges
- Reservation tip: recommended for Cellaio and Lotus; call the resort dining reservation line if needed
| Venue | Type / Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Cellaio | Italian steakhouse — dinner service (hours vary Wed–Sun) |
| Lotus | Chinese/Asian fine dining — dinner (evenings) |
| RW Food Hall | Grab-and-go cafe — mornings through late night (hours vary) |
Exploring the local area
Popular nearby attractions include Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (about a 20-minute drive by the resort’s own description) and The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark, which is very close and offers a shuttle to the casino.
Outdoor options in the region include Monster Golf Club (walking distance), Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun Park for winter sports, and Lake Superior State Park for summer beach activities. Driving, rental car or rideshare will be the most convenient ways to reach these sites.
- Bethel Woods Center for the Arts — roughly a 20-minute drive; museum and amphitheater
- The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark — within a few minutes' drive; shuttle service to the casino available
- Monster Golf Club — a short walk from the resort; 18-hole course near the property
- Holiday Mountain — small local ski area close by for winter activities
| Attraction | How to get there |
|---|---|
| Bethel Woods Center for the Arts | Drive or rideshare (about 20 minutes) |
| The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark | Short drive or resort shuttle (check schedules) |
| Monster Golf Club | Walking distance from the resort campus |
Practical tips and accessibility
A nightly resort fee covers high-speed Wi‑Fi, access to the fitness center and indoor pools, pool towels, and complimentary self-parking; confirm current amounts and inclusions at booking. The spa requires reservations for treatments.
The property offers accessible parking and accessible features; service animals complying with ADA Title III are permitted. If you need transfers, accessible rooms, or other assistance, contact the resort in advance.
- Resort fee covers Wi‑Fi, pool/fitness access, pool towels and garage self-parking
- Awana Spa hours: Sun/Mon/Thu 10 AM–6 PM, Fri–Sat 9 AM–8 PM; closed Tue–Wed — confirm when booking
- Pools open daily 7:00 AM–10:00 PM; one pool is 21+, the other is all-ages
| Service | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Reservation required; some services restricted to guests 18+ |
| Airport transfer | Contact resort before arrival to schedule |
| Accessible services | Contact resort ahead of arrival to confirm needs |


