Ever walked into a place that instantly slows your heartbeat? That’s what Marram Montauk feels like. It’s not the kind of hotel where you show up in stiff shoes and a blazer it’s the place where people casually wander barefoot from the pool to the beach, surfboard in hand, latte in the other. The whole vibe is effortlessly cool, like it’s inviting you to drop the city armor and just breathe.
Marram doesn’t try too hard, and that’s its charm. Named after the beach grass that frames the property, it feels like an extension of the Montauk coastline itself. The design is stripped back in the best way: warm woods, soft concrete, woven textures. You don’t walk into a glossy lobby you walk into a space that feels earthy and real. And honestly, that’s what sets it apart from the typical Hamptons-style hotels that sometimes lean a little too heavy on clichés.
The beauty of Marram is how it lets you decide the pace. Some people never leave the pool or their ocean-view chairs, and who can blame them? But if you’re restless, there’s plenty to dive into surf lessons with local pros, catamaran rides, or evening bonfires that feel like they belong in a movie scene. Even hopping on one of the hotel’s bikes for a quick spin into town adds to the sense that your stay doesn’t have to be scripted.
Not long ago, the spot was home to the old Atlantic Terrace motel nothing fancy, just a simple beach crash pad. When Marram opened in 2019, it completely shifted the narrative. By 2022, they had added sleek new suites and wellness experiences that go from salt cave therapy to energy healing. It’s wild to think about how the same stretch of sand that once hosted budget summer stays now sets the tone for barefoot luxury.
Mostrador, the hotel’s one-and-only dining concept, is a scene in itself. In the mornings, you’ve got sunglasses-clad guests lining up for iced lattes and croissants that vanish almost as quickly as they’re set out. By evening, the vibe shifts to bold flavors empanadas, grilled meats, fresh seafood. It’s casual, yes, but not cheap (this is Montauk, after all). Still, sitting with your plate overlooking the waves makes the price tag a little easier to swallow.
Marram Montauk isn’t just a hotel it’s a reminder that luxury doesn’t need to scream. Sometimes it’s about stripping things back, grounding yourself in the sand, and letting the ocean set the rhythm of your day. And maybe that’s why people keep coming back it’s not just where you stay, it’s how it makes you feel.
Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.
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