I stayed for one night at the Cornell Inn recently after attending an event in the area. The inn…read morewas convenient to the historic downtown area, yet away enough to feel a bit quieter and more peaceful. Paige at the front desk was phenomenal! Very friendly at check-in and answered all my questions during my stay, always with a smile on her face. My room was beautiful. I chose room 25 (Vivian) on the 2nd floor of the main house. While it's a small room, it was cozy and quite lovely. I spent some quiet time writing at the desk, and later enjoyed the fireplace with a Duraflame log provided by the inn. They also provide a free bottle of wine, which was waiting for me in my room. The next morning, hot breakfast was waiting in the dining area downstairs. There were several options, which I appreciate having a choice. The pumpkin French toast casserole, seasoned potatoes, and bacon were superb. A great way to start the day! I loved my stay so much that I'm returning in January for another night!

Some people visit the Berkshires for the music, but we come for the cozy charm of the Cornell Inn…read more The experience starts the moment you book your stay, with a wide variety of beautifully appointed rooms to choose from, just pick based on your vibe. From the warm welcome upon arrival--complete with a welcome drink, pastries, and brownies--to the impeccable service, every detail feels well thought out. We were a bit apprehensive when we heard about the new ownership, but thankfully, much of the charm remains intact. The bar now uses a Bartesian machine, which makes good cocktails, though I can see it becoming cumbersome if multiple guests arrive at once. Breakfast is always wonderful with a variety of entrées and sides. My only wish? That they bring back the specialty coffee machine--I miss those cappuccinos! Fortunately, their excellent selection of Harney & Sons teas helps make up for it. Already looking forward to our next visit!

I booked the Motel Montreal on Expedia. The room was advertised as having a partial lake view. When…read moreI checked in at the Motel Montreal, the front desk clerk said to follow her and she walked me to the front desk at the Lake Haven hotel next door. The room she gave me had a view of the parking lot. I indicated the room was advertised as having a partial lake view. She didn't offer anything else except to give the number of a reservation manager. I called and texted that number with no response. The number listed on Expedia was for the Sundowner. I called that number with no response. I ended up turning in the keys and working with Expedia to try to get a refund. Customer service is terrible!

I don't write bad reviews, I just don't and especially not for family owned places but this is…read moresomething different entirely. This place is outdated and not taken care of. Photos are misleading, there was moldy spot on the mattress topper which was just sitting there exposed for us to see when we got there. Carpet hasn't been changed in probably 30 years. Stained beyond belief. Spiders crawling on the walls. Sheets were wrinkled which really made me question how clean they were. We ended up leaving that same day. Normally I would have stuck it out for the two days that we were booked BUT we had our one year old daughter with us and there was NO WAY in hell I'd let her sleep in her pack and play on that disgusting floor. I'm so beyond words disappointed. There's truly no excuse for this sort of negligence of such beautiful property. Parents be warned, pictures are misleading.

What a stunning location. The views are stunning. The atmosphere was perfect and just a wonderful…read moreplace.

I've heard about The Sagamore Resort for years and was excited to finally experience it this past…read moreweekend. Everyone I mentioned it to raved about how wonderful it is, so we arrived with high expectations and lots of anticipation. At check-in we were given a list of activities, which all looked fun -- though we later learned most didn't begin until the following day. Not a big issue, just something to be aware of if you're arriving for a short stay. We stayed in the Hermitage Lodge, and the layout of the room was actually very nice -- a downstairs kitchenette and small living area, with a beautiful loft upstairs featuring a king bed. The only drawback was having just one bathroom. Unfortunately, shortly after arriving, we noticed several ants -- first on the bed in the loft, then in the bathroom, and later in other areas of the room. Given the cold winter weather, it was surprising. We chose to mention it to the front desk the next day. They kindly offered to move us and provided a $70 credit, which we appreciated. Since we only had one night left, we decided not to relocate. At the room rate, we had hoped for a bit more in terms of condition upon arrival. We enjoyed lunch at Caldwell's and dinner at Mr. Brown's Pub, and later at La Bella Vita -- all pleasant experiences (I've reviewed those separately). The property itself is truly beautiful. In the winter, however, many of the scheduled activities and amenities seemed primarily geared toward families with young children. That's perfectly fine -- I've raised two boys, I get it -- but it wasn't quite the "grand" weekend experience we had envisioned. I can absolutely imagine that in the summer, with the stunning views of Lake George and the full range of offerings, this resort feels magical. In the winter, while still lovely, it didn't fully match our expectations for the price point. Overall, it's a beautiful property with kind staff and great dining -- just perhaps better suited to families or a summertime stay.

Beautiful ski area! Trails are diverse in terms of difficulty; grooming was outstanding. Friendly…read moreemployees, tasty food in the lodge restaurants.

Best mountain for families! Best ski school (all three kids…read morelearned/are learning on it) my two oldest are exceptional skiers and very safe. The mountain is not too small and not too large so perfect for families with kids. Affordable to actually stay on the mountain which is a must with little ones. Christiansens is a solid restaurant with good food and great beer with the perfect ski mountain atmosphere. The snowmaking team (Team Snowmagedon) knows what they are doing. While other mountains north or nearby are struggling, Jiminy has the good snow. They do well to combat the elements or rain or warmer weather. We always have a great time!!

Since electricity and a working toilet are non negotiable when I am paying for a room, this place…read morefailed to meet my standards. The Tara rooms are terrible. Supposedly the upstairs rooms have been updated, but all they did was replace carpet with laminate floors. The carpet in the downstairs rooms carries the smell of mold and smoke. The rooms are not clean, the bathroom in particular has seen better days. The toilet needs to be flushed multiple times to clear visible debris. The refrigerator in our room didn't work and smelled awful; to their credit, they did bring another one. But when the electricity when out in the middle of the night no one was at the front desk to answer and a fridge needs power. Suggest you don't make our mistake.

I was here once visiting my in-laws who have a site and had a nice time. The resort is very big…read morewith lots to do, different than all other camps I've been to. It's nothing like a jellystone or KOA campground - which are more updated and geared towards families and kids. Blackthorne in my opinion is tailored for adults - A few bars, restaurants, concerts. Very quirky decorations which is fun. And many of the regulars have amazing set ups on their sites.