I just spend a long weekend at the wonderful Portobello Inn. My bedroom, the Small room, was…read moreextremely comfortable with a comfortable Queen size bed, very efficient air conditioning, and a bathroom/shower with plentiful warm water. Each morning's amazing breakfast was exceptional and my hosts Roland/Steve were very accommodating, If I was ever hungry, it would have been my own fault, but each morning's breakfast got me started in fine fashion! One morning my hosts allowed my sister to enjoy the breakfast with me, even though she was not a guest. The Inn is an oasis from the busy world and while I was staying there it allowed me to finish one book, and take in all the ambiance of a richly appointed Inn. The Portobello is ideally situated so that I could easily get to Utica, Herkimer, and the wonderful Little Falls Canal Days celebration during my stay, Driving a car is a delight in the Mohawk Valley! Just an ideal place to stay full of peace, quiet, and friendly conversation. Thanks Roland and Steve!

My husband and I have stayed here twice, and both times Roland was the consummate good host. The…read morebeauty of the house is matched only by his ability to cook the best bacon I've ever had. The Portobello Inn's rooms are lovely and clean, with books and games right outside in the reading nook to help you pass a quiet evening. We've stayed at several B&Bs over the years, this is our favorite. We will definitely be back!

I found Red Roof Inn Herkimer to be affordable and clean. The parking lot is big and the bed was…read moresuper comfortable. It's located right off the Thruway, so a very convenient location. I stayed here after visiting Cooperstown for the Glimmerglass Opera Festival. I'm a swimmer so I loved the outdoor pool! The continental breakfast was standard fare like coffee, oatmeal, yogurt muffins, hard boiled eggs. It's not fancy but did the trick to get us on the road. There is a Denny's across the parking lot if you want a hot breakfast. This is one of the nicest budget hotels I've stayed in and I'd definitely return.

Very conveniently located off the NYS thruway, yet surprisingly quiet. Room was nice, clean and…read moreseemed to have possibly been updated somewhat recently. We would stay again.

The first impression I had of the Inn was unique! I was traveling with some close friends and I was…read moregiven the Suite to stay in for the night. When I first opened the door I was impressed by the size of the room, huge is all I can say. The bed was warm and cozy, buy was I tired after a long day. The suite consisted of a living room, bed room and bathroom. Even the bathroom was huge. In the morning I was greeted by a beautiful picturesque view of the falls. The Inn also provided a Continental Breakfast, and the best thing ever for a morning, a Kureg coffee maker with a selection of various coffees. The host was amazing, showing us the rooms and describing anything we might need to know. The place is Amazing and I suggest a stay when ever you're in the area. Sorry, some of the photos are blurry because I had a screen on the window. I forgot to mention that the bathroom had a Jacuzzi.

Excellent food, great attention from staff! Presentation is beautiful! They all do a great job!…read more Not to mention the yummy cocktails!

Treated myself to a weekend retreat here. Wish I could give 10 stars, because it was perfect!…read more Room was immaculate, with many antique furnishings throughout the Inn that have been lovingly cared for and preserved. Breakfasts were outstanding (leek and spinach quiche, with apple cider-basted sausage; rosemary and lemon French toast with lemon curd, REAL maple syrup and bacon cooked to perfection; pancakes with berries - each beyond delicious!). Chef is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions - she takes great care to make sure you're nourished with nutritious food. Staff were so welcoming and eager to please, from the minute I walked through the door. Truly a wonderful stay and I can't wait to come back!

Campanella Suite was really nice. Lower level close to…read moreeverything but extremely quiet. This B&B is highly recommended when in the area. Staff is friendly, helpful and overall excellent. Food at breakfast was fantastic and service was even better. Coffee yummy. Sheets on the bed our group of 6's overall favorite. Everyone enjoyed and mentioned their sheets in their suite. Bathroom and showers are modern and overall everything was clean. This is a must stop and stay.

The manager Matt W. was the kindest person I could have possibly met. He is the best manager and…read moredefinitely deserves to be the boss of the amazing establishment. He is so open and friendly and answers any questions you might have!! He meets the perfect requirements for the first person you meet when you come to a hotel. I highly recommend this hotel!!!!! Please pick it if you are looking at different options.

Utica Hampton Inn has lost that loving feeling…read more The Good: There was plenty of parking. There were enough towels in the room for a family of four. The Bad: We checked in on a Friday between 5-6 and the staff was not welcoming. They were just "going through the motions" and there was no joy in their work. When we made our way to the room, it was obviously well used and not as clean as we are used to when staying at a Hampton Inn. The carpet was "tired" and looked like it could use a good cleaning. There were smudges on the mirrors, paint peeling from the ceiling in the shower, and a giant cobweb hanging down over the sink in the bathroom. The ugly: Two of the bed pillows (out of 8) where very well loved and did not have any life/support left in them so we called the front desk to get them replaced. The agent we spoke with stated that they do not deliver to the room so we needed to come to the front desk to get replacement pillows. So when I took the pillows to the front desk, I genuinely felt that I was inconveniencing the staff. When I described why I was turning the pillows in, I watched as the staff member that I handed the pillows to openly mocked me as she described my concerns to a fellow staff member. When in Utica, I would avoid this location.

As a price benchmark, the Delta hotel in Utica was about 2.5 times the Travelodge cost. When I see…read morelow-priced places where the negative reviews are "old chairs," I tend to click the buy button. You might not want to spend all day at the Travelodge but it's fine for a vacation base. It's clean and everything works. Negative points are the lighting and Wi-Fi. But one huge positive for me is the location, if you're into small towns. So many motels these days are in the middle of nowhere, next to a highway and a gas station. Travelodge is walkable to food, coffee and the scenic river and canal area.

Very comfortable and accommodating stay along our cycling trip. Staff was kind and professional…read moreand the rooms were clean. Nice asset to the community.

A1 service. Great manager one of the nicest people I have met in hospitality. Many eooms are being…read moreredone.

The new owner since July, Vic, seemed like a nice fellow. One problem I had was there wasn't any…read moreheat in Room 3. Considering the temperature was in the 30s, this was an important feature. He did acknowledge the problem. They did provide a space heater, but it took a while to heat up the room. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable.

Peaceful getaway-- if you're looking for a comfortable, super clean room on a lake with a beautiful…read moreview-- ability to rent a row boat, kayak, or canoe, amazing hosts, and the best coffee and homebaked goods in the morning-- then this is the place for you! We stayed in one of their efficiency units-- which had a small kitchen stocked with dishes, cutlery, pots and pans-- there's also a BBQ available if you want to grill something. When we stayed there back in August, there was a little farm vegetable and fruit stand in front of their place--which was terrific, because we were able to get fresh veggies and fruits to have for with our meals. We also rented a canoe and a kayak to spend time in the evening and morning on the beautiful lake watching and listening to the loons. Additionally, there's fire wood for sale if you just want to sit by the fire pit in the evening while gazing at the stars. We highly recommend this lovely place.

The Oxbow was a wonderful experience. We had booked a room with them due to their proximity to the…read moreNTP hiking trail. We were able to ship supplies to them for restocking for our hike, and upon arriving early (before 1) we found our room ready and waiting for us and our package already in the room. The room was clean and fresh, not in the least musty like many motels can be. There is laundry service on site, as well as grills and picnic tables, boating options and firewood. We spent a pleasant afternoon sitting on the porch. The next morning the owners were there early with fresh coffee and homemade coffee cake still warm from the oven. A wonderful family run motel that makes you feel at home.

This is a beautiful hotel on Glimmerglass lake in Cooperstown, NY…read more From the moment you step in the staff are there to help and assist you. We were here for thanksgiving dinner buffet, a little pricey but it didn't disappoint!! Our waiter, Clayton, was a joy !! The buffet was over flowing with choices, and homemade flavors. We truly ourselves and did not leave hungry!!!

One of our favourite places! Fabulous service!! Fabulous ,…read moreDawn the concierge was accommodating. I can't say enough about the service, quality of products and the attention to detail! Thanks again to the staff, especially Dawn.

Wow!!! I can't put into words how amazing this place is. We've been to a lot of bed and breakfasts…read more quite a few that were :high end" but nothing compared to this magnificent place. There were a few rooms in the bed and breakfast itself but we chose to to stay in the cottage by the B&B "The Hog and Haus" which at one point in time housed pigs. This cottage is right next to a gorge that you can hear very clearly from inside the cottage and it lulls you to sleep. The cottage is rustic yet has all the amenities you could want (except television) there is a fully stocked fridge with soda, water, yogurt, a variety of fruit, milk, cheese (good brick cheese), creamer for coffee, and flavored seltzer water. There are also a variety of different kinds of crackers, cereals (the good kind), and baked goods that the host prepares daily. You also have access to the main house which is very tastefully decorated with antiques and a working pool table, and, get this.......an all you can eat ice cream sundae bar with all of the toppings and not one, not two, but over six flavors of ice cream!!!! There are also more snacks and beverages there. The cottage itself was more than worth the cost especially with the sound of the waterfalls in the gorge and the true cabin feel. If you plan to go to Cooperstown or even just want an awesome getaway (this place is well worth the trip from anywhere) come to Johnstown to stay in this charming historical place. Oh yeah..... there is a ton of history behind these walls including being part of the underground railroad. I promise, you will not be disappointed.

I think that the quality of a visit to a B&B depends on 2 factors - the accommodations themselves…read moreand the hosts that own the B&B. Both of those factors were off-the-charts at the Inn by the Mill. My fiancee' (well, now fiancee'... :)) took me up here on a 2 night trip for our 4th anniversary together and right away, I fell in love with this place. The numerous fountains and gardens framing the mill house are hard not to be enchanted with, and this is just the beginning. Ron and Judith are gracious hosts, with Ron having some amazing stories to tell. People wrote in the guest book in the Mill House that Ron should write down his memoirs, and listening to him for ten minutes will make you agree. The main Grist Mill Emporium will amaze you, with its numerous games (billards table, checkers, puzzles, tv, etc.) and of course, its amazing ice cream parlor with complimentary ice cream, toppings, sodas and other beverages! Heading over to the Mill House (the main guest house), you will instantly feel the sense of whimsy that Judith's decorating is trying to achieve. The outside koi pond compliments the larger pond in the Grist Mill. The porch is wonderfully day-dream inducing, especially if a recent rain has fueled the waterfalls into a loud stream behind the mill. The plethora of treats in the house's kitchen is evident as soon as one walks in, with the small cooler of baked goods courtesy of gourmet cook Judith (their famous oreo truffle torte is NOT to be missed!!) There is a fully stocked fridge (eggs, fruit, yogurt, bagels, etc.) along with every kind of tea and coffee that you would need...the living room and lounge areas are just magical and really evoke a great feeling of warmth that is a great way to start your day on vacation. My guy and I stayed by the Hog-n-Haus, a beautiful, romantic sweet little cottage literally right at the cliff of the waterfalls. Just beautiful and serene.... the perfect place to propose to your girlfriend of 4 years, which my guy did on August 3rd :). Thank you Inn by the Mill, for a truly wonderful and memorable experience. I couldn't have asked for more.