July 8, 2026
Dovetail + Co brings on Charlestowne Hotels To Drive Continued Growth At Collective Retreats Governors Island
Charlestowne Hotels Will Support Commercial Strategy, Revenue Growth, and Expanded Market Visibility for New York City’s Premier Outdoor Luxury Retreat
Charlestowne Hotels Will Support Commercial Strategy, Revenue Growth, and Expanded Market Visibility for New York City’s Premier Outdoor Luxury Retreat
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK (July the 7, 2026) — Hospitality development and management firm Dovetail + Co [Wayfinder Newport,Wayfinder Waikiki, Wayfinder Bishop, Now Now Noho, Urban Cowboy Lodge, Cambridge Beaches] partners with leading hospitality management company Charlestowne Hotels today to support the continued growth of Collective Retreats Governors Island, New York City’s premier outdoor luxury retreat. Charlestowne Hotels will lead commercial strategy, overseeing revenue optimization, integrated marketing initiatives, direct booking growth, and expanded group and leisure sales efforts while working closely with Dovetail + Co and the on-property team to further elevate the guest experience and strengthen the property’s market presence.
Set across a six-acre waterfront site, Collective Retreats Governors Island offers a sophisticated urban escape, delivering a rare opportunity to disconnect in nature while remaining just an eight-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan. The property features 29 upscale accommodations ranging from safari-style tents with private decks to elevated cabins with spa-inspired bathrooms and unobstructed views of the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan skyline. On-property dining is available at Three Peaks Lodge, where farm-to-island flavors and wood-fired techniques shape the menu, alongside cocktails at the Sunset Terrace Bar and thoughtfully curated fireside programming. The retreat also serves as a sought-after destination for weddings, corporate retreats, and private events with six indoor and outdoor venues ranging from 500 to 5,000 square feet, designed to accommodate gatherings of up to 250 guests.
“Collective Retreats offers an experience unlike anything else in New York City, offering guests an immersive retreat that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from Manhattan,” said Phil Hospod, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dovetail + Co. “Charlestowne Hotels shares our commitment to independent hospitality and will be a valuable collaborator as we continue to build on the retreat’s success, creating even more opportunities for connection, discovery, and memorable stays.”
“Today’s travelers are looking for experiences that feel personal, transportive, and connected to place, and this property delivers that in a truly remarkable way,” said Kyle Hughey, Chief Executive Officer, Charlestowne Hotels. Our team is excited to support the property’s next phase of growth to strengthen market awareness, implement strategic demand generation, and continue elevating the guest experience.”
As experiential travel continues to drive consumer demand (Amex) Dovetail + Co and Charlestowne Hotels will work together to expand leisure and group demand, strengthen direct booking performance, and further elevate the retreat’s visibility within the luxury travel, outdoor hospitality, and corporate retreat markets through integrated revenue management, sales, and marketing initiatives.
For more information about Collective Retreats Governors Island, visit CollectiveRetreats.com.
About Collective Retreats Governors Island
Situated just an eight-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan, Collective Retreats Governors Island offers an unparalleled luxury “glamping” oasis featuring unobstructed, sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty and the iconic New York City skyline. This premier indoor-outdoor resort seamlessly blends rugged natural beauty with upscale hospitality, offering guests a selection of beautifully appointed, climate-controlled canvas tents, cozy tiny cabins, and premium glass-walled suites equipped with plush bedding and private decks. Beyond the unique accommodations, the retreat serves as a culinary and wellness destination, boasting open-air wood-fired dining at Three Peaks Lodge, craft cocktails on the Sunset Terrace, daily morning yoga, and signature nightly s’mores around communal fire pits. For travelers and city-dwellers seeking a peaceful, immersive escape without leaving the boundaries of New York City, this island sanctuary delivers the perfect balance of adventure and modern luxury.
Led by Phil Hospod, Dovetail + Co is an owner, developer, and creator of hotels, bars, and restaurants designed to inspire exploration and discovery. Combining expertise across real estate and hospitality, the company creates distinctive destinations that leave an impression. Dovetail + Co’s portfolio includes acclaimed properties such as Wayfinder Newport in Rhode Island, Wayfinder Waikiki in Hawaii, Wayfinder Bishop in California, Urban Cowboy Lodge in New York’s Catskill Mountains, Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa in Bermuda, Collective Retreats Governors Island, and Now Now Noho in New York City. Dovetail continues to expand its portfolio, focusing on storied destinations that spark curiosity while leveraging the company’s core strengths in hospitality, design, and destination development.
For over 45 years, Charlestowne Hotels has been recognized for its management and development of lifestyle hotels and is consistently ranked as one of the leading hospitality management companies for independent, collegiate properties, soft brands + brands, condo hotels and adaptive reuse properties. The company’s portfolio of 60+ hotels and 50+ food & beverage outlets can be found in urban city centers, secondary cities, and resort destinations across the country. Charlestowne’s management expertise encompasses all phases of operations, inclusive of day-to-day management, new development, property renovations + repositioning projects, and hotel transitions. Charlestowne properties consistently achieve above-average RevPAR growth and receive some of the country’s top travel accolades, including topping the “best hotels” lists by Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, USA Today and TripAdvisor. To achieve this, Charlestowne brings an individualized and agile approach to each of its managed properties, working with owners and on-site teams to implement lifestyle operations, revenue optimization and strategic marketing that elevate the property’s unique story and enhance the guest experience. For more information visit CharlestowneHotels.com.