This hotel has the potential to be great but due to lack of cleanliness, I feel it is going…read moredownhill quickly. When I was looking for a hotel in the area I did a bit of research and learned this homewood was recently renovated. The lobby is very nice and inviting along with the light color furniture selection and window detailing in the rooms. Homewood hotels always have a more spacious layout since they include kitchens and a living room area in either a studio or bedroom format. There is also a basketball court outside, an indoor pool, and 2 pelotons in the gym (per my coworker) for those that want to remain active during their stay. There is also onsite parking which I hear costs money from other reviews and I was not told that so waiting for that bill to come through... Now for the lack of cleanliness... I walked up to my room and there were 2 lady bugs right by my room number. I walked in my room and there was one on the wall. Since ladybugs can be an infestation, I figured switching rooms would not fix this. It was also late and I didn't feel like running around town to find another place to stay. Upon settling into the room I started finding hair in various places of all color... brown, blond, black, curly, wavy, and straight. My coffee table had a sticky spot on it, clearly not wiped throughly. There were brown/black spots on the ceiling and cabinets. I found a random pair of socks in the stairwell on my last morning as I was leaving. Also the cherry on the cake... my shower took FOREVER to heat up, to the point I thought it wasn't working. I made up my mind that I would suck it up and take a cold shower then check out first thing since I was exhausted and didn't feel like getting dressed and packing. Luckily as I was rushing to take my shower it started to get a little warmer and finally on the verge of hot, so I decided to stay another night and letting it run for 10 minutes before getting in (I would be pissed at this water bill if it were my actual home). Didn't remove a star for this but I do wish there were more takeaway options for breakfast like fruit. I grabbed a yogurt which worked but maybe some hotels are not doing fresh fruit anymore to minimize waste? I'll be staying here again soon since for longer trips my coworkers and I tend to need a kitchen to cook fresh meals (I hear the knives suck and my coworker bought her own) so I'll see if I just got a bad room or if the lack of cleanliness and lady bugs is consistent....

I'll start with the positives - this hotel was very clean, and the complimentary breakfast was…read moredelicious. However, what really rubbed me the wrong way was being charged $15 PER NIGHT for parking WITHOUT BEING TOLD! We checked in, and were asked if we had a car. Naturally we said yes, and were handed a little tag to hand on our windshield. At no point were we told there was a charge for parking, nor did it state as much on the aforementioned tag. Several of my friends who checked in with us had a similar experience. Even if we were appropriately informed that we would have to pay, it's nonetheless a ridiculous policy. The only time I've ever had to pay for parking at a hotel like this was in the heart of major cities such as Manhattan or Chicago, not rural New Jersey!! Considering the rooms are disproportionately expensive as it is, making guests pay for parking is corporate greed at its worst. Additionally, my wife and I left our room at 9:00am to attend a nearby wedding. We got back to the hotel around midnight, only to find that our room had not been cleaned. It was very disappointing. Lastly, a friend of hours who was also staying in the hotel had called the front desk to request extra linens. The response? "Come down and get them." Like I said, the lobby was very clean and the breakfast was great, but having to pay for parking in an area like this is ludicrous. What made it even worse was the deception.

REVIEW AS EVENT SPACE ONLY (SECRET TEA ROOM):…read more I attended a baby shower held at the DeBary Inn in Summit last weekend. This was my first time inside the building, which was built circa 1880, and also at a Cream Tea. It was a lovely experience! Secret Tea Room is a pop-up company that creates classic English tea party experiences. They host events at four locations - DeBary Inn and Reeves-Reed Arboretum (Summit), Morven Museum and Gardens (Princeton), and Van Vleck Gardens (Montclair). Great attention to details! Everyone loved the table settings and chinaware. The loose leaf teas were wonderful; that day, we had an apple cider, Ceylon, and green tea. Then came out the tiers. Oh, the scones! The scones are baked on premise, so they were fresh and delicious. At one point, the hosts also walked around table to table with fresh scones from the oven. It was so nice. I overheard a guest from another table joke, "Oh, you can leave the tray of 17 right here for us please. Thank you!" lol Because it's December, the DeBary Inn was decorated for the holidays with a lighted tree. Many guests took selfies in the living room/greeting area. It was a cute venue and party concept for a baby shower!

I checked out early after issues related to the hotel's pantry area, which is located directly…read morebeside my room. Another guest -- whose room was actually inside the pantry space -- confronted my company late at night for making coffee, claiming we were being "too loud." While I understand the challenges of shared spaces, this setup should be clearly disclosed at booking, especially if it falls under a "run of the house" rate. Guests deserve to know they may be placed next to, or even within, an active pantry area with unavoidable noise and foot traffic. What made the situation worse was the complete absence of staff during evening hours. With no concierge or on‑site support, there was no way to report the incident, request assistance, or ensure our safety when faced with a potentially volatile guest. Being left to manage the confrontation alone was unacceptable and felt unsafe. What made the situation worse was the complete absence of staff during evening hours. With no concierge or on‑site support, there was no way to report the incident, request assistance, or ensure our safety when faced with a potentially volatile guest. Being left to manage the confrontation alone was unacceptable and felt unsafe. Too bad as it is jn a very quaint town... " too quaint and quiet" that normal dynamics in a hotel establishment become an issue all of a sudden.

Great for a short stay, like a night. The lobby is out of this world. drop dead gorgeous. The art,…read moredecor, and the bar / restaurant are unbelievable looking. You will feel like you are in a movie. The restaurant is expensive and ok. The drinks are small. $20 for a tiny glass of wine. The martinis according to my husband were horrible. The menu is somewhat limited but what we had was ok. The waitstaff was really nice! The rooms: obviously old now renovated. Comfortable. Not luxurious. Not large. But fine. I'd stay a night for the atmosphere and the location is great! But I prefer the short hills Hilton or now renovated Madison hotel for serious hotel stay time. They are more comfy and have things this doesn't like phones in the room (like is there room service or what?) Also the wifi did not work for 2 of the days I stayed.

Wow, this place is the real deal. Chef Frank is simply a genius and the experience of dinning here…read morewas incredible. Can't wait to come back

We enjoyed staying at the Turkey Hill Inn's first-floor suite. Lovely old building, great location…read morefor walking to the downtown Summit restaurants. Comfortable bed and furniture, quiet street, clean. It was like staying at grandma's house, assuming your grandmother has beautiful antique and mid-century furniture. We were there in November, when temperatures varied by 20 degrees throughout the day. It was 60 degrees outside when I called Maria because the bedroom was too hot. She came right over, opened the bedroom window to let the radiator heat out, and turned off the heat for the building. She also brought linens so I could use the folding bed in the (cooler) living room.

"A Gem" I had a room at the Turkey Hill Inn for a long term…read more(12 week) stay this summer. As a first time customer, I was lucky to get the reservation since the Inn has so many repeat customers. The room was great and it came with its own parking spot on the premises. The owners are lovely and very accommodating and the location (close to train, highways and restaurants) was fantastic. All in all a great experience.

MOTOR INN LODGE HOTEL is the best hotel to stay at for business, family gathering, individuals,…read morevisiting the state of New Jersey, couples, just basically for everyone. The front office managers , supervisors, and employees are very professional. The housekeeping staff is very awesome and keep every room very clean. This hotel is phenomenal and is a very awesome. It is very worth the stay due to the professional office workers, housekeepers, and the fact that the hotel is a very nice place overall to stay at for any occasion. Thank You, Angela T.L

Staff is always 100% friendly for helpful rooms are very clean exactly what I expectedread more

As a 6x Award winning Chef! I was on the road a lot and stayed at some big name Hotels. But one day…read morein Minehill Nj in August 2023 every hotel was booked as iam driving down HWY 46 I see a sign on it was the Boundry Motel first thing I thought was omg this all that's open for a room. And I am very very happy that I came East instead of West Not only do the owner's Sam and his wife make sure everything is neat and clean manicured property rooms kept very nice and clean. But them two are like the nicest kind and welcoming but treats you like family god bless them and they are family to me

Place has made a significant change all rooms have been upgraded new management has changed it up…read moreand made it very friendly rooms are nice and clean overall a good experience for a good price I would definitely return and recommend this place to friends and family.

This is a charming 1840s three story Victorian home with parking right outside the front door. The…read moreproperty is gated which was nice. Art and Libby are lovely hosts. We had a nice room with bathroom ensuite. My friend and I were not able to stay for breakfast but they had a nicely appointed kitchen and island seating area, and other rooms where you could dine. Despite all rooms being filled with antiques, the house had a comfy feel to it. I really appreciated the ability to get into NYC easily and cheaply from this property . The NJ Transit station is about five minutes away (Maplewood Station). You can buy your tickets at a kiosk right at the station. In June of 2024, a round trip ticket into NYC was $15 and it's a 40 minute ride each way. Look at njtransit.com for train schedules - -generally a train every hour. You are dropped off right at Penn Station. When you are leaving NYC and going back to NJ , enter Penn Station from the corner of 7th Ave and 31st Street -- there is a NJ Transit entrance and you will see stairs or escalators and can get downstairs to access fare Kiosks as well as the tracks. (If you enter from other entrances at Penn Stations, it's a bit challenging to figure out how to get downstairs for the NJ Transit tracks)

We spent a long weekend at Les Saisons and really enjoyed our stay. The property was eclectic and…read moreextremely charming. We stayed in the Spring Room which was large and inviting. The attached bathroom was huge and had everything we needed. Erika took great care of us and cooked an amazing breakfast. Very friendly, relaxed and welcoming. We definitely will be back and have already recommended it our relatives who live in the area.

How does this peace of heaven exist in NJ?! Absolutely gorgeous space with deep history. All the…read morestaff were incredibly accommodating and kind - it's also their first summer open. The rooms are beautifully decorated. The views are stunning. They gave a great room, library, billiards, spa, and gym. And then event space - a wedding took place while we were there. It's connected to a walking park, there is also a farm, pool, tennis courts. Some activities are included like floor Pilates and some are extra like a private nature hike, farm encounters where we fed sheep and chickens. The pool is huge with plenty of chairs and live music on select days. Note that they have a members club who get special perks that sometimes trump guest services. The two restaurants are site as also delicious, though overpriced - including poolside food - as expected though. Absolutely love it here and no doubt will be back!

What an amazing hotel. The unique charming Mansion makes the experience Magical. I stayed in the…read moreBay Window Resort View. I Loved my room. The view looking out made me feel dreamy. The Spa was my highlight. Kyra the receptionist was lovely. Martel the spa director such a kind Man. Yuka my massage therapist was incredible. I highly recommend her. Nighty Eight Acres Thanksgiving lunch was spectacular. My server Veronica was delightful. Only critic was the front desk. They need more training & hospitality skills as this is a high caliber experience. The valet was great. Young respectful hospitable men.