We had an excellent experience at this hotel. Everything is spotless. Every staff member you…read moreencounter is pleasant and helpful. Their amenities are plentiful. The grounds are well manicured. The bed was comfortable and the pillows are plentiful. The location cannot be beat. We had dinner and drinks at the Blue Pointe Grille the night we arrived. I was a little hesitant to eat at the hotel restaurant. I was bracing to be disappointed. Service was on point and cocktails were well made. Food was delicious. We had a high top in the bar right near a window for a nice view of the lake. Highly recommend.

It's rare that I'm dazzled by a hotel or feel that it's worth the money (they're all stupid…read moreexpensive these days), but Harbor Hotel was a wonderful experience I'd recommend to anyone. Don't get me wrong, it's expensive. But for once I felt like I'd gotten my money's worth! Everything everywhere was meticulously clean and well-kept. Our room was spacious and bright, with a private balcony and chairs, a couch and coffee table, and a full table that allowed us to take comfortable advantage of the room service breakfast. Potpourri sachets in the closet, free water bottles in the lobby, free coffee stations on each floor, and chocolates every night on the pillows--details, people! We also enjoyed the indoor pool and hot tub, and of course the gorgeous patio and firepits overlooking the lake which was 80% of the reason we booked here. All of the staff we encountered, from the front desk to the housekeepers, were very friendly. I did think it was a little strange that the fitness center was in a whole different building and you have to walk across the parking lot to get to it, but hey--you get your steps in. The hotel is also very centrally located. On the water, of course, but next door to Seneca Harbor Station from which you can book lake cruises. It's also less than a mile from the entrance to Watkins Glen State Park and hiking trails and only a 5-10 minute walk from most restaurants. We did most things on foot. When you do get back in the car, there are multiple wineries within a 15-minute drive. The only problem the whole visit was the hotel internet, which was terrible every day. You could make do in the daytime, but at night, when everyone was back in their rooms after the day out exploring, it was slow to the point of unusable, and I ended up turning on my data hotspot to even be able to check my email. I would not suggest bringing time-sensitive work with you, and you should not expect to be able to stream videos on your devices. Just disconnect, you'll be less frustrated. There is an onsite restaurant and bar, and while it's nothing mind-blowing, it is a nice option to have (and is one of the few "higher end" type places in Watkins Glen). Menu includes a few of the standard local wines, which was nice!

Honestly one of the most quaint B&B's I have ever had the pleasure to stay in. Ashley along with…read moreDave are "the hosts with the most". There is no reasonable request Ashley cannot accomodate....there are breakfast choices, all which are absolutely delicious, just like mom used to make. Rooms very comfortable as well as the beds. The snack and coffee bar is always stocked and water in the refrigerator is plenty. There is a sitting room with a TV which is very comfortable and plenty of board games. The only draw back was the lack of a dresser in which to empty my suitcase as I was staying 4 nights....but that's the ONLY negative for me. Ashley is always willing to get the firepit going outside! We grabbed a bottle of wine from one of the many wineries close by and hung out around the fire. An absolute highly recommend gem !!

This is exactly what the words "Bed & Breakfast" bring to mind. The house is old in the best way…read more Lots of charm, very well maintained/restored, beautiful period modern conveniences updates. David and Ashley were great hosts-warm, welcoming, knowledgeable about the area and answered all our questions. The B & B is convenient to Watkins Glen and many wineries. And the breakfast....choice four full breakfast options, prepared to order, and absolutely delicious!!! Already planning a return trip!

I brought my wife and kids here for the 4th of July weekend to visit some family I had in the area…read more One of my uncles and his family had stayed here previously and recommended it to us. I am really glad they did. We stayed in a two bedroom unit with my parents. There was plenty of room for all of us. There were plenty of blankets and towels, and the full-sized kitchen gave the place a nice home-like feel. There were even chilled glasses in the freezer for our drinks! The view from the patio is amazing. We enjoyed some time just sitting outside watching boats sail around the lake. For the July 4th fireworks, we sat on the deck (which is exclusive for guests) right on the water. We could not have asked for a better view. As much as we liked the atmosphere of the room, we liked the owners even better. We interacted mostly with Olga, who was so sweet and accommodating. Anything we needed was provided. She treated us to a fresh watermelon, and even allowed my wife (who is a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan) to take a Bills glass that was in the freezer home. I cannot say enough good things about Admiral Peabody's. It is definitely a place at which I would stay over and over again.

The best place to stay in Watkins Glen on the lake? Admiral Peabody's 100%. My husband and I found…read morethis place last week by accident through a recommendation from a concierge at another hotel. We needed to find last-minute accommodations that would allow our dog and also didn't cost $500 a night after our van broke down unexpectedly. Admiral Peabody's was an affordable, clean and dog friendly hotel in Watkins Glen that we totally lucked into because it didn't even come up on our searches! This place totally exceeded our expectations. Admiral Peabody's doesn't feel like a hotel. It feels like your own lakeside cottage. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite. We were able to sneak a look at the one bedroom bungalow cottages which were also adorable! Our suite was roomy, comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. It was also really nice sitting on the deck right outside of our room. PLUS, Admiral Peabody's has a private dock right on the lake with tables, chairs and a blue tooth music system. I'm not sure how old this yelp listing is but the owner now is Luke. HE IS THE BEST. If you are looking for a great place to stay in Watkins Glen, don't pass up this hidden gem.

This place lives up to its name. It's right across the street from, and all of the rooms have,…read morewell... A gorgeous view of Seneca Lake. Nothing fancy, just a simple roadside motel. The owner does a very good job of keeping it up. When I went to check in, nobody was at the office, but there was a phone number listed. I called, and unfortunately, the man that ran, the place was taking care of some personal business. All of the rooms are on a combination door lock so he gave me the combination, and told me we would just take care of the paperwork in the morning. I went over to check in in the morning, and my first night was so good, I decided to stay for another three nights. My first night was booked through hotels.com, but the owner told me that I could book with him directly for the remaining three nights, and he would give me a discount. It saved me some dollars. I appreciate it. He was friendly, and helpful. Again, nothing fancy on the room. The room and the bathroom were spotless The TV got a good picture with cable, there was a coffee pot, a fridge, and a microwave, and the bed was very comfortable. The shower had plenty of room, and I'm a big guy. The only thing is, there is no shower mat, so you have to be careful. There were plenty of towels.. The Wi-Fi worked great, with enough speed to easily stream video one evening the Wi-Fi did go down, I contacted the gentleman, and he said he would take care of it. He actually came over to my room, to let me know had been fixed, when he could've just called or texted me. That was excellent service. The price was very reasonable, compared to some of the other places in town. Again, you're not getting anything fancy, you are getting a very simple comfortable place. Watkins Glen is right in the middle of the finger Lakes region. There are plenty things to do, lots of good shopping, and great restaurants. This is the perfect place to launch A visit to the finger lakes. I'm a fan. I would easily stay here again. Thanks.

The good news: spotless. Very well maintained and clean. Staff were friendly. Cheapest rates in…read moretown. Best view in town I would imagine. Unfortunately, here are the issues I had. The shower was not made for a regular sized human. If you drop the soap, you will need to leave the shower to retrieve it. If you want to wash under your arms, you will need to open the curtain to lift them. There was one night stand for two guests using CPAPs is not ideal. No towel racks. Pizzeria tables and chairs? Nah... not for me. It was watch TV in a bed with no headboard or "sit in a DMV waiting room" vibes. So, ups and downs... It was definitely clean.

I stayed one night in August 2025. The room was clean, comfortable, in good shape, and reasonably…read morepriced. Wifi was spotty. The free breakfast was minimal. Outdoors, the location left a bit to be desired and it was noisy from trucks on a nearby steep highway. I'd use them again.

Tiki Bar overcrowded and understaffed. Waited over an hour for food. 19' sport boat was slow and…read moredirty. Human hair throughout & empty cans left from previous boater. Rented a tube which was flat. Returned to marina to have it replaced & nowhere to dock to get help. Mike busy refueling jet skis. Would not rent here again.

Great value for the money. Clean, neat rooms with basic needs of fridge, bathroom, microwave…read more Friendly and helpful front desk clerk. Perfect home base for a weekend visiting the wine trail.

You can see Seneca Lake outside your room if you look sideways out the small windows as you are…read morelay in your bed. The rooms are just average. Beds comfortable. Sheets clean. Nice towels. Our bathroom smelled like paint. The carpets had that horrible powder smell. Can't even walk up to the lobby to get a cup of coffee in the morning. Door is locked. But the people are nice. Decent room. Expected a tad more.

This was a no-frills place to stay for an overnight in Watkins Glen (we stayed in the motel, not…read morethe fancier part). It's central to the state park and Seneca Lake, as well as walking distance to shops and restaurants. The bed was comfortable, there was a TV and we had a mini fridge. One icky thing was that there was a half full Gatorade bottle on the floor when we walked in. The indoor pool was heated, nice for a few laps, but annoyingly you have to ask the desk for a key before using it. And there was some (minor) garbage on one of the chairs in the pool area. Everything worked in the room and it's always fun to watch Forensic Files as you drift off to sleep in a hotel. I just wish it was a bit cleaner.

Horrible experience. We got there and the room immediately smelled like wet dog, mold, and mildew…read more The carpet was red with who knows what's on it. There were bleach stains and spiders. The bed spreads looked dirty and we were very concerned about bed bugs. HUGE HEALTH VIOLATION. We even considered getting another hotel but there was nothing available in the area so we were stuck there. It was so bad I cried my eyes out. Nobody took a shower because it was disgusting in there. One of our beds was BROKEN and when you laid on it you sunk to the middle. So glad we were only there for one night. I wish we could get our money back. Do not book this hotel they don't give refunds! Huge regret. Also, continental breakfast starts at 9 am. Ridiculous. There was an angry man who was staying in the hotel looking in peoples cars and complaining about us being in "his" parking spot. The lobby had fake Oreo cookies that tasted gross. You also have to ask them to open the pool and they meet you there. Pool closes at 8.

My wife and I joined an old colleague and his wife for dinner there on a Saturday evening. I had…read morebeen there many years ago before the new owners took over a while back. The restaurant has been opened up, brightened up with new lighting, and spectacular views of Seneca Lake. Really Avery nice setting. Because the restaurant had just opened, only a small bites menu was offered. We chose 5-6 small plates and shared them. I would never order these on my own, but we did order the eggplant fries. They were delicious. We also had the Kung pain broccoli, which I particularly liked. The bread was very fresh and quite tasty. Jennifer was our server and was terrific. She explained the next steps in expanding the menu and made sure we were well taken care of. We will go back when they have extended their menu.

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca is absolutely beautiful. The staff was amazing and the accommodations…read moreabove anything we could have asked for. Every detail was thought of, from the old charm of the original doors to the upgraded soft close drawers and USB plugs in the sockets, even the liquid creamer for the coffee showed an appreciation for the guests. Thank you for a breath taking Eclipse Weekend - we look forward to our next visit to Watkins Glen and a stay at the Hotel Laurel.

My group and I had a very positive experience. The Keuka Lake property was absolutely gorgeous…read more Fully furnished, clean, and we had an amazing time. Loved the tiki bar, back deck, and hot tub. We blew a fuse and somebody came and fixed it right away. I would absolutely rent again, and recommend to others. We made memories in a beautiful spot! Wonderful house

House was beautiful, but it was bug infested. They turned…read moreour water off, pretending that it was a plumbing issue when they just didn't want us using the outside water the people who run this place are absolutely pathetic, and I'm pretty sure that whoever actually owns the house would be very very disgruntled if they found out the way it was getting handled. This property management company is trash.