The Surf Lodge

The Surf Lodge in Montauk combines the character of a hotel with the atmosphere of a distinctive waterside venue, designed for guests who prefer an intimate and relaxed setting over a traditional large hall. The property stands out through its coastal architecture, open-air feel, and role as a place where accommodation, socializing, and evening programming naturally come together.

The indoor and outdoor areas create a relaxed yet carefully curated experience, with an emphasis on the nearby water, clear spatial flow, and a comfortable setting for smaller performances, private events, and evening gatherings. Visitors often value the combination of hotel stay, food, drinks, and programming in an environment well suited to summer nights and events by the coast.

The venue is located at 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, United States. Access to the entrance is most convenient by car, taxi, or ride-hailing service, with parking availability worth checking before arrival because the property sits in a quieter part of Montauk. For a wider overview of reaching Montauk and getting around the area, the city section below provides useful transport information.

Montauk, located at the eastern end of Long Island in the state of New York, is one of those destinations where a relaxed oceanfront atmosphere naturally blends with concerts, sporting events and festival programs. Although it is known for its beaches, marina and distinctive coastal character, the town is an excellent choice for visitors who want to combine tickets for an event with a short escape from the busy rhythm of New York. Montauk offers an authentic setting for events by the sea, from smaller music performances and local gatherings to sports activities, fishing tournaments and outdoor programs.

For arrival, Montauk station on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is especially important, serving as the endpoint of the Montauk Branch, with connections toward New York terminals Penn Station and Grand Central Madison and transfers through Jamaica Station. Hampton Jitney bus service connects Montauk with New York City and other places on the South Fork, while Suffolk County Transit On-Demand covers areas such as East Hampton, Amagansett, Napeague and Montauk. For air arrivals, practical options include Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), with access via Ronkonkoma / MacArthur Airport Station, as well as JFK and LaGuardia for larger city and international connections; Montauk Airport and East Hampton Town Airport are also located in the area for private and general aviation. Thanks to the combination of train, bus lines, taxis and on-demand rides, getting to hotels, beaches, smaller halls, sports fields and event spaces in Montauk remains simple even when visitors do not use their own car.

Before or after an event, it is worth visiting Montauk Point Lighthouse and Montauk Point State Park, walking along the Atlantic Ocean or stopping by Fort Pond and Lake Montauk. The center of Montauk around Montauk Highway offers casual restaurants, bars and shops, while Ditch Plains Beach and Montauk Harbor give the town its distinctive surfing and fishing rhythm. Instead of a classic old town, Montauk offers visitors a coastal character, open views and places to unwind, so tickets for a concert or sporting event can easily become a complete eastern Long Island experience.