Sweet sweet spot to spend a night, or more. Clean. Very comfy. Quiet. Scenic route, worth the trip…read more Great water pressure, & very good water for drinking too!

The Meadowlark Inn is a surprising gem in upstate New York. The rooms are spacious, clean and…read morecomfortable. The giant backyard is fun for kids to play in or to gather. But the real gem is the proprietor, Austin. He made us feel so at home and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. He made waffles for all the guests and even went out and bought gluten free waffles for me. This really is more of a charming Bed and Breakfast instead of a roadside motel. I would recommend the Meadowlark to anyone looking to stay in the area.

Otsego Motel was a pleasant surprise. As another reviewer commented, don't let the defunct pool…read moredeter you from staying here. We came here to attend the Hall of Fame Induction weekend events. I wasn't sure what to expect to be honest. I read the reviews and booked. Mike was so nice to work with during the reservations process and throughout our stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and stocked with complimentary water. They offered breakfast in the mornings. We didn't dine at the motel because of other breakfast plans. But, I'm sure it would've been pleasant. If you are looking for a 5 star experience. Don't stay here. If you're looking for a friendly, clean, comfortable, convenient location and affordable... Otsego Motel is the place to stay.

My family and I stayed here 3 nights over the 4th of July weekend and couldn't have had a better…read moreexperience. As others have stated these are remodeled units probably dating back to the 30's or 40's.These rooms were exceptionally clean and well maintained. We actually enjoyed the eclectic feel of the cabins and refurbished furniture. The owner Mike was great and made sure we had everything we needed.

This place lives up to its name, except for the "hotel" part. It's one of the cleanest bars I've…read moreever been to, with spotless glass panels on the cooler, new lacquer on the bar, and a perfectly clean restroom. Bare bones, minimal beer options, but an exceedingly friendly bartender (who is the owner's father) and equally warm patrons. A real gem in this otherwise spare area, with an extensive food menu--allegedly the pizza dough recipe comes from a seventy-something Italian woman and the wings are made according to specs given by a real Buffalonian (although Frank's has been replaced by something "just as good"). The price is right here.

They have the cutest cottages overlooking the lake. All have decks. There is also Adirondack…read more Chairs in the common area to enjoy the Lake view. Also has two private docks for fishing and swimming and plenty of space to lounge by the lake. Staff was superb absolutely amazing! We will definitely be coming back.

4 1/2 stars. Son and I booked this place about a month before our trip to Cooperstown. It is a…read morecool, retro-type hotel. It isn't fancy, but offers spectacular views and access to the lake. When we arrived our room wasn't quite ready, so we asked what was a close place to eat. Jeremy at the front desk directed us to an excellent place just up the road. After spending an hour eating,vee came back and the room still wasn't ready. Jeremy took off from the cost for the inconvenience and we proceeded to hang out in the lobby talking to him about hunting, fishing, and the Cooperstown area. When our rooms were finally ready, we headed to their top level of rooms and settled in. I enjoy "vintage" hotels, but my son is used to modern ones. Needless to say, this place grew on him and it worked for us. We even enjoyed a cigar while overlooking the lake on our last day there. I thought it was a very good deal for the price and it's about a 10 minute ride to downtown Cooperstown, so you're a little ways away from that chaos. Can't beat the views!

We booked a three night stay here to use as a home base for some activities we had planned. The…read morehotels in Cooperstown were mostly booked, or very expensive and this was a reasonable alternative even though we knew we'd have to drive 10+ minutes into town. The first day we were there was fine. The parking was good and the room was very clean. Little did we know some of that would change. If you aren't familiar with Cooperstown Dreams Park, be sure to check the schedule before planning a trip to Cooperstown, unless you're there for a baseball tournament (which apparently our entire motel was). It will make your time there very difficult. All the shops will be clogged, and the Hall of Fame will be mobbed. Our motel was basically empty all day and you could come or go as you please. But at around 9:00pm it would get completely full with cars parked everywhere, even in places there weren't any spots. There would be car doors slamming, kids screaming and playing, and adults drinking and talking until well after 11:00pm. This happened every night. It was extremely annoying, especially when you're woken up from a sound sleep. There was no enforcement of quiet hours even though it's posted everywhere. So if you want to pay a bunch of money to sleep on a crappy spring mattress with zero support and be woken up by pretentious baseball families every night. I highly recommend staying here! Also, it was just far enough outside of Cooperstown to be annoying whenever you wanted a bite to eat or a warm breakfast. It was a one and done for us.

You cant call with a live person to speak to. Too much round and round automation. Clearly too…read morelazy to hire enough people to handle their business.

Absolutely one of the most enjoyable vacation spots we have stayed at. Back in July when I took a…read moreweek off to run a Tough Mudder in upstate NY we swung by Cooperstown for a few days as we were looking for a nice place to stay. Searching the internet I found Cobblescote on the Lake. It was just what I was looking for. An old school kind of place with character that represented the area. During our week's vacation we had stayed in a few modern chain hotels and were super pleased to find a place such as this that was the total opposite. Right on Lake Otsego in a picturesque setting among the woods. As we drove up both of us were blown away. This place was something out of a Norman Rockwell painting he did for the Saturday Evening Post back in the day. Pure Americana from a time that relects our grandparents era of when vacationing upstate and in the Catskills was a big thing. The building itself and the rustic decor reminds me of a hunting and fishing lodge. American flags, wood everywhere, log furniture, hunting/fishing instruments on the walls, checkers game on the table, all types of outdoorsy articles and sporting things placed around, an amazing view overlooking the lake, and the most wonderful outdoor deck to enjoy it on. We were greeted by the owner, Peter, and he gave us a quick tour of the place. There are spacious grounds with gas grills and picnic tables, a beach area for swimming, fishing, boating or just relaxing right on the lake. They also will provide fishing gear for guests. I saw a canoe, pedal boat and kayaks that can be used free of charge. You can even get boat tours and fishing charters here. There is a free laundry room on site which is great if you're there with kids and cleaning some clothes is a must. Also some foosball, pinball and other games to occupy some time. Every morning a full complimentary breakfast is provided to all guests. All the rooms are newly refurbished with private baths and Adirondack décor. Cable TV in all rooms and free wifi throughout. AC units in the rooms too, but it can actually get cool enough at night so that you don't need it. Plus, they are located just 4 miles from Cooperstown, 4 miles from the Glimmerglass Festival, and 9 miles from Cooperstown Dreams Park so everything is a quick drive. Reasonable room rates for all this make it a terrific deal. I have to say the rooms are well kept, clean, and very cozy. Peter is a very attentive and affable resort owner who cares about his guests and makes sure they have everything needed for a great stay. One of the highlights for me was just getting up early each morning to have a hot cup of coffee on the deck while watching the sunrise over the lake. So relaxing and peaceful. At night we sat out there under a blanket and drank wine. Another was the option of a home cooked meal here on a Saturday night on the deck prepared by Peter and his friendly staff. Shrimp cocktail, crab and corn chowder, char broiled delmonico steak, and dessert. Delicious meal. (Extra charge for this but so worth the price.) Oh, can't forget that yummy breakfast quiche and fresh fruits the next day before we had to sadly head home. Overall, just a wonderful place and one of the best spots we stayed at during our vacation. Great memories. If you're looking for a more simpler place to rest your head at that brings you back to a time when upstate resort vacations were big then you should experience Cobblescote. We can't wait to go back again. Thanks Peter!

Our son played baseball at Cooperstown Dreams Park this summer and we were happy to find a place to…read morestay on the lake. A beautiful 15 minute drive to the ballpark and the most accommodating hosts ever! Rooms clean, well-appointed and we were lucky enough to get one with a view :) Genevieve offered a wonderful breakfast each morning and the view from the open-air deck could not be beat! Great way to start each day. Plenty of amenities offered for couples or families: games, kayaks, paddle boat, bbq, fridge, microwave, laundry facility, to name just a few. All the comforts of home, which made it a perfect place to land for 8 days! Was fun to get to know the hosts (Genevieve, Mary, Peter & Clayton), as well as other guests. This place is a hidden gem and does not disappoint!

My family, like many others, has been coming here for YEARS. It is the perfect getaway for all…read moreages. Every spot has a lake view and we can just relax or swim or fish or boat. I've met so many people who come just to relax or attend the Opera just a mile up the road. This year we met first time induction attendees who said they'll be back next year. Highly recommended both the cottages and the motel!

Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The rooms were spacious and clean, the view from the lake was…read morebeautiful and the owners/staff were very courteous and welcoming. The only drawback is that the beds and pillows are very uncomfortable.

We were told this location will be close to our destination and we now learn its 45 mins away with…read morea 2 way highway that we would travel for the week will stay here. I attempted to cancel the hotel and explained the situation. Sadly, I rec a response from a very rude employee Jennifer who denied the cancelation. $800 was lost in this situation. We return next year with our 11u, we will not be returning to this hotel.

Fantastic! We made a…read morelast minute decision, after a week of our son playing at Cooperstown Dreams Park, to stay at Bayside Inn & Marina. It was just what the doctor ordered. The inn is located on the lake and has a private beach. There are both rooms and cabins. We had a room on the lake side, and it was so peaceful. Beautiful views and maybe a minute from the lake. It's about 10 minutes from downtown Cooperstown, so it's the perfect combination - relax at the lake or drive into town. There are grills available to use, and kayaks free to use for guests. The facility itself is on the older side, but it is well maintained, clean, and comfortable. And the staff are amazing - genuine smiles from everyone, friendly, and helpful. Did I mention the cost was around $100 less per night than the local " brand name" hotel, which is located in a strip mall and next to a McDonald's? No thanks! I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our visit. I don't know that we'll ever make it back to Cooperstown, but if we do I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

This place is not great. We chose it because it was cheaper than in Cooperstown, but not worth it…read more Spend some extra money and stay at one of the Inns in town or a B&B. The beds were worn out and the rooms were very small, but nothing compared to the bathroom. The bathroom was very small... the shower you could barely turn around in and the water pressure was BAD. Plus around 1045, I somehow changed the input on the TV and could not get it back to a working channel. We called the office, which was about 40 feet from our door.. and he was not friendly and said it would take him half an hour to get there. Poor service. Just tell me how to do it over the phone. Spend the money and enjoy a stay somewhere else.

Reservations were made a week before our planned stay at the Hickory Grove Motor Inn in…read moreCooperstown, NY for the two nights--July 1 and July 2. But just prior to our intended arrival, my husband and I tested positive for COVID. We called to cancel and were told we would be losing all our money ($490!), and that we could not rebook for another date either. WE SENT HICKORY GROVE MOTOR INN A PHOTO OF OUR POSITIVE COVID TESTS TAKEN THAT DAY. They indicated that we could come to their property anyway. Hickory Grove Motor Inn does not care if guests arrive at their property knowing they have active cases of COVID. So, do they care for the well-being of their guests? We booked through Travelocity who also attempted a refund for us, but the property would not agree to any kind of adjustment or refund. In fact, all charges were made on our credit card one day before our expected arrival. E. Dennis

Lunch on the big, comfy porch of swell country house loaded…read morewith history and character. Overlooks quaint, old-timey golf course with great views down lake and hills towards Cooperstown. Really tasty, different, super-fresh salads, sandwiches and deserts. Friendly, efficient staff.

From the owner: Simple fresh sandwiches using seasonal and locally inspired produce. Our goal is to serve great…read morefood in a low key and relaxed atmosphere.