Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico | Conrad Punta de Mita
The Great American Eclipse of 2024 will begin its journey over North America through Mexico. Beach town Mazatlán is expecting the longest totality of any place on the continent with a total of 4 minutes and 27 seconds of awe-provoking darkness. In other parts of the country like Baja California Sur Cabo and Riviera Nayarit, skywatchers will get a glimpse at a partial solar eclipse with a 95% totality. Take advantage of being nestled along the Pacific Coast with a stay at Conrad Punta de Mita in Riviera Nayarit. Three outdoor pools—including a beachfront infinity pool—alongside two miles of white sands and blue waters are sure to call your name post-eclipse viewing.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
San Antonio, Texas | La Cantera Resort & Spa
Perched amidst the picturesque Texas Hill Country, La Cantera Resort & Spa’s Moon Shadow package invites guests to a three-night retreat complete with an exclusive eclipse-viewing welcome party. Collaborating with The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, this hilltop sanctuary is set to curate engaging and educational experiences on the big day, including a dedicated program for children. While the ranch-themed resort offers plenty of lounge chairs for optimal sky-watching, the eclipse-viewing extravaganza unfolds on Monday afternoon at the terrace of Grille 254 with bubbles, bites, and telescopes. The partial eclipse kicks off around 12:15 p.m. local time, with totality expected at approximately 1:33 p.m., lasting about two and a half mesmerizing minutes.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Austin, Texas | Fairmont Austin
While Austin may not boast the lengthiest totality, clocking in at one minute and 46 seconds compared to Mexico, its favorable location along the path of totality increases the likelihood of clear, blue skies compared to destinations farther northeast. A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits at Fairmont Austin, situated in the heart of downtown. Towering over Lady Bird Lake, the State Capitol, and Austin’s spectacular skyline, this 37-storey landmark will be the place to be for viewing the eclipse in the city between 12:17 p.m. and 2:58 p.m., with peak totality occurring around 1:36 p.m. If you’re really in the mood to ring in the spectacle in style, the hotel is home to the largest rooftop pool in the city. Go ahead, grab your eclipse glasses and a cabana.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Dallas, Texas | HALL Arts Hotel
In Dallas, witness the cosmic spectacle as the moon embarks on its journey across the sun around 12:23 p.m. Totality unfolds at 1:40 p.m., lasting for about 4 minutes. If you’re seeking an eclipse-viewing party in the city, make your way to The Perot Museum of Nature and Science or the Dallas Arboretum, both hosting events to commemorate the historic moment. For an entirely different perspective, consider checking into HALL Arts Hotel. Head to the rooftop, take a refreshing dip in the pool and float with a cocktail in hand as things get dark—you might just have the best seat in the house.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Cleveland, Ohio | The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
Celestial enthusiasts in Cleveland are in for a treat with 3 minutes and 49 seconds of totality. For a unique blend of athletic and cosmic wonder, baseball enthusiasts can snag tickets to the Guardians’ home opener to enjoy the eclipse spectacle from the stadium with complimentary glasses. If sports aren’t your thing, opt for viewing parties at the Great Lakes Science Center with on-site NASA experts or the Cleveland Museum of Natural History which kicks off the eclipse weekend with an after-hours museum party on April 4. The place to rest your head during these cosmic celebrations? Downtown Cleveland’s Ritz-Carlton. A lavish eclipse-themed package offers exclusive club-level accommodations featuring daily treats and a dedicated concierge. Guests will also receive keepsake solar-eclipse glasses and can savor celestial cocktails at Turn Bar + Kitchen, all while overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario | The Oban Inn & Spa
Come for the wine, stay for the eclipse. Known for its wineries and quaint tree-lined towns, Niagara-on-the-Lake makes for a blissful spot to gear up for the eclipse before heading towards the path of totality over Niagara Falls, just a 25-minute drive away. The eclipse will enter Canada through Southern Ontario and will last almost four minutes over the iconic Falls. After all the festivities near the Canada-US border, return to “Napa North” and raise a glass of pinot at The Oban Inn & Spa, a cozy boutique hotel built in 1824, surrounded by English-style gardens and ponds.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Lake Placid, New York | The Whiteface Lodge
Upstate New York’s Lake Placid, along with the rest of the Adirondacks, will be one of the best locations in the northeast to view the total solar eclipse. Join fellow observers at special viewing parties at Olympic Legacy Sites as part of Lake Placid’s Glow for the Gold. Get in on the action at the James C. Sheffield Olympic Speedskating Oval or join in the ultimate après ski at Whiteface Mountain. The Whiteface Lodge, situated in the picturesque woodlands of the High Peaks region, offers a lakeside location and stoic charm, making it a perfect spot for taking in 3 minutes and 21 seconds of totality.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Stowe, Vermont | The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Only in Stowe can you find breathtaking scenic views, abundant outdoor activities, small-town charm, and a front-row seat to the eclipse. While Burlington, just a 40-minute drive away, may be gearing up to be Vermont’s premier location for witnessing the solar eclipse, Stowe is set to experience 2 minutes and 48 seconds of totality. Get ready to party the eclipse away at The Lodge at Spruce Peak, where DJ Logic will headline the monumental event. Eclipse chasers can venture to the surrounding lakes, woodlands and peaks for an enhanced view of the skies. If you fancy some skiing alongside your eclipse viewing, take the free shuttle to Stowe Mountain for a unique vantage point as darkness sweeps across the slopes.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Montreal, Quebec | Hôtel William Gray
While Montreal’s totality may be relatively short at 1 minute and 27 seconds, it’s an ideal spot for those in search of a social eclipse experience. Infused with cultural charm and a festive atmosphere, the city will offer numerous venues for eclipse-themed parties, including the city’s official viewing location—the Montreal Science Centre. When planning your eclipse trip, Hôtel William Gray fits the bill. Nestled near Montreal’s Old Port and dating back to the late 18th century, this historic boutique hotel features rooms with private terraces, an outdoor pool and an unbeatable rooftop terrace. At the rooftop restaurant, Terrasse William Gray, indulge in Old World-inspired fare while immersing yourself in the celestial wonder overhead.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
North Hatley, Quebec | Manoir Hovey
Nestled in Québec, the 39-room Manoir Hovey offers a prime vantage point for the upcoming eclipse with its position just five miles from the centerline for over three minutes of total eclipse time. Guests embarking on an early spring retreat can witness this celestial event from the resort’s picturesque lakefront English gardens or take to Lake Massawippi using complimentary paddleboats and kayaks. The total eclipse begins at 3:27 p.m. After the spectacle, relax at the recently opened lakefront Le Spa Manoir Hovey for a rejuvenating post-eclipse treatment.
Top Spots for Taking in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Fogo Island, Newfoundland | Fogo Island Inn
North America will bid farewell to the Great American Eclipse as it departs for the Atlantic Ocean over far-flung Newfoundland. For the ultimate eclipse chase, skywatchers will be heading towards one of the four corners of the Earth: Fogo Island. On the wild North Atlantic coast sits Fogo Island Inn, the premier spot for this April’s astronomical wonder. The property’s now sold-out Total Solar Eclipse package is set to be an unforgettable one, with ESA/Hubble & James Webb Space Telescopes Chief Science Communications Officer, Bethany Downer, and former NASA aerospace research engineer, Dr. Tom Edwards, hosting the event. If you missed out on snagging a spot, the island’s rugged coast provides plenty of seats for catching the celestial spectacle.
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Riviera Nayarit, Mexico |Conrad Punta de Mita
The Great American Eclipse of 2024 will begin its journey over North America through Mexico. Beach town Mazatlán is expecting the longest totality of any place on the continent with a total of 4 minutes and 27 seconds of awe-provoking darkness. In other parts of the country like Baja California Sur Cabo and Riviera Nayarit, skywatchers will get a glimpse at a partial solar eclipse with a 95% totality. Take advantage of being nestled along the Pacific Coast with a stay at Conrad Punta de Mita in Riviera Nayarit. Three outdoor pools—including a beachfront infinity pool—alongside two miles of white sands and blue waters are sure to call your name post-eclipse viewing.
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San Antonio, Texas |La Cantera Resort & Spa
Perched amidst the picturesque Texas Hill Country, La Cantera Resort & Spa’s Moon Shadow package invites guests to a three-night retreat complete with an exclusive eclipse-viewing welcome party. Collaborating with The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, this hilltop sanctuary is set to curate engaging and educational experiences on the big day, including a dedicated program for children. While the ranch-themed resort offers plenty of lounge chairs for optimal sky-watching, the eclipse-viewing extravaganza unfolds on Monday afternoon at the terrace of Grille 254 with bubbles, bites, and telescopes. The partial eclipse kicks off around 12:15 p.m. local time, with totality expected at approximately 1:33 p.m., lasting about two and a half mesmerizing minutes.
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Austin, Texas |Fairmont Austin
While Austin may not boast the lengthiest totality, clocking in at one minute and 46 seconds compared to Mexico, its favorable location along the path of totality increases the likelihood of clear, blue skies compared to destinations farther northeast. A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits at Fairmont Austin, situated in the heart of downtown. Towering over Lady Bird Lake, the State Capitol, and Austin’s spectacular skyline, this 37-storey landmark will be the place to be for viewing the eclipse in the city between 12:17 p.m. and 2:58 p.m., with peak totality occurring around 1:36 p.m. If you’re really in the mood to ring in the spectacle in style, the hotel is home to the largest rooftop pool in the city. Go ahead, grab your eclipse glasses and a cabana.
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Dallas, Texas |HALL Arts Hotel
In Dallas, witness the cosmic spectacle as the moon embarks on its journey across the sun around 12:23 p.m. Totality unfolds at 1:40 p.m., lasting for about 4 minutes. If you’re seeking an eclipse-viewing party in the city, make your way to The Perot Museum of Nature and Science or the Dallas Arboretum, both hosting events to commemorate the historic moment. For an entirely different perspective, consider checking into HALL Arts Hotel. Head to the rooftop, take a refreshing dip in the pool and float with a cocktail in hand as things get dark—you might just have the best seat in the house.
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Cleveland, Ohio |The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
Celestial enthusiasts in Cleveland are in for a treat with 3 minutes and 49 seconds of totality. For a unique blend of athletic and cosmic wonder, baseball enthusiasts can snag tickets to the Guardians’ home opener to enjoy the eclipse spectacle from the stadium with complimentary glasses. If sports aren’t your thing, opt for viewing parties at the Great Lakes Science Center with on-site NASA experts or the Cleveland Museum of Natural History which kicks off the eclipse weekend with an after-hours museum party on April 4. The place to rest your head during these cosmic celebrations? Downtown Cleveland’s Ritz-Carlton. A lavish eclipse-themed package offers exclusive club-level accommodations featuring daily treats and a dedicated concierge. Guests will also receive keepsake solar-eclipse glasses and can savor celestial cocktails at Turn Bar + Kitchen, all while overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River.
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Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario |The Oban Inn & Spa
Come for the wine, stay for the eclipse. Known for its wineries and quaint tree-lined towns, Niagara-on-the-Lake makes for a blissful spot to gear up for the eclipse before heading towards the path of totality over Niagara Falls, just a 25-minute drive away. The eclipse will enter Canada through Southern Ontario and will last almost four minutes over the iconic Falls. After all the festivities near the Canada-US border, return to “Napa North” and raise a glass of pinot at The Oban Inn & Spa, a cozy boutique hotel built in 1824, surrounded by English-style gardens and ponds.
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Lake Placid, New York |The Whiteface Lodge
Upstate New York’s Lake Placid, along with the rest of the Adirondacks, will be one of the best locations in the northeast to view the total solar eclipse. Join fellow observers at special viewing parties at Olympic Legacy Sites as part of Lake Placid’s Glow for the Gold. Get in on the action at the James C. Sheffield Olympic Speedskating Oval or join in the ultimate après ski at Whiteface Mountain. The Whiteface Lodge, situated in the picturesque woodlands of the High Peaks region, offers a lakeside location and stoic charm, making it a perfect spot for taking in 3 minutes and 21 seconds of totality.
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Stowe, Vermont |The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Only in Stowe can you find breathtaking scenic views, abundant outdoor activities, small-town charm, and a front-row seat to the eclipse. While Burlington, just a 40-minute drive away, may be gearing up to be Vermont’s premier location for witnessing the solar eclipse, Stowe is set to experience 2 minutes and 48 seconds of totality. Get ready to party the eclipse away at The Lodge at Spruce Peak, where DJ Logic will headline the monumental event. Eclipse chasers can venture to the surrounding lakes, woodlands and peaks for an enhanced view of the skies. If you fancy some skiing alongside your eclipse viewing, take the free shuttle to Stowe Mountain for a unique vantage point as darkness sweeps across the slopes.
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Montreal, Quebec |Hôtel William Gray
While Montreal’s totality may be relatively short at 1 minute and 27 seconds, it’s an ideal spot for those in search of a social eclipse experience. Infused with cultural charm and a festive atmosphere, the city will offer numerous venues for eclipse-themed parties, including the city’s official viewing location—the Montreal Science Centre. When planning your eclipse trip, Hôtel William Gray fits the bill. Nestled near Montreal’s Old Port and dating back to the late 18th century, this historic boutique hotel features rooms with private terraces, an outdoor pool and an unbeatable rooftop terrace. At the rooftop restaurant, Terrasse William Gray, indulge in Old World-inspired fare while immersing yourself in the celestial wonder overhead.
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North Hatley, Quebec |Manoir Hovey
Nestled in Québec, the 39-room Manoir Hovey offers a prime vantage point for the upcoming eclipse with its position just five miles from the centerline for over three minutes of total eclipse time. Guests embarking on an early spring retreat can witness this celestial event from the resort’s picturesque lakefront English gardens or take to Lake Massawippi using complimentary paddleboats and kayaks. The total eclipse begins at 3:27 p.m. After the spectacle, relax at the recently opened lakefront Le Spa Manoir Hovey for a rejuvenating post-eclipse treatment.
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Fogo Island, Newfoundland |Fogo Island Inn
North America will bid farewell to the Great American Eclipse as it departs for the Atlantic Ocean over far-flung Newfoundland. For the ultimate eclipse chase, skywatchers will be heading towards one of the four corners of the Earth: Fogo Island. On the wild North Atlantic coast sits Fogo Island Inn, the premier spot for this April’s astronomical wonder. The property’s now sold-out Total Solar Eclipse package is set to be an unforgettable one, with ESA/Hubble & James Webb Space Telescopes Chief Science Communications Officer, Bethany Downer, and former NASA aerospace research engineer, Dr. Tom Edwards, hosting the event. If you missed out on snagging a spot, the island’s rugged coast provides plenty of seats for catching the celestial spectacle.
