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Vernon Downs Hotel

2.5 of 5
4229 Stuhlman Rd., Vernon, NY 13476
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Vernon Downs Hotel
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Vernon
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Very old, needs renovation! Doors don't lock good - had to have security come and fix the door because it would not lock all the way. Windows very dirty. Very expensive for the quality. Hot tub very dirty with sand from the filters. Scum on top was yucky. Needed to be drained and refilled. Very close to turning stone so... More

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Endicott, New York
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3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Stayed at this hotel on April 12th for opening night at vernon downs. This was our third trip to this hotel. The room is always clean with fresh linen and towels. The staff is always friendly and the lounge and food is very nice and the food is good. The casino is connected tot he hotel so you do not... More

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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We stayed in this hotel whle visiting Hamilton College and it was very comfortable and came with a free continental breakfast. Our room was very spacious and included a sitting area with a sofa. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars was that it included no bathroom amenities such as shampoo, shoer gel or shower caps--only small bar... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

I have been going to Vernon for forty years. First was the harness track, then Turning Stone, and finally Vernon racino and hotel. We had always stayed at the Turning Stone, but on St. Patricks' day, they were full. We had comped rooms at Vernon Downs Hotel and decided to give it a try. The check in was fast and... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Dear Guest, I would like to thank you for your feedback regarding your visit with us. We are very proud of everything we offer here and work hard to provide outstanding guest service for everyone visiting. We are very excited with the beginning of racing season April 12th which will provide more activities for our guests. Once again thank you... More

Saratoga Springs, New York
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20 reviews 20 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Business brought me to the hotel otherwise I would have stayed at Turning Stone. When compared to numerous stays at Turning Stone I would rate this average at best. Everything just seemed sort of tired, staff was average, did not experience any standouts worth mentioning. The heating unit was hard to control, and the shower made a loud high-pitched whistle... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Dear Guest, I would like to apologize for your visit not meeting your expectations. I reviewed your comments with our maintenance department and also with our food and beverage manager. We take our guests comments serious and look to improve on any shortfalls. Once again thank you for your feedback and hopefully you will give us another try. More

Urbandale, Iowa
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4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

We always make it point to stay at the Vernon Downs Hotel and Casino on our way to and from the Boston area. Yes, it is farther off I-90 than the big fancy Turning Stone, and any of it's satellite inns, but it is well worth the short drive to Vernon. It is a very nice hotel, has lower rates,... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay with us and we work very hard trying to meet our guest’s expectations. I did review your comment on the continental with our food and beverage manager but we don’t expect to change our weekend breakfast buffet so it will remain being offered Monday through Friday. I’m pleased that your... More

Marcy, NY
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18 reviews 18 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

My husband and I have stayed here overnight several times. We live about 20 miles from Vernon, and like to take a couple of days every once in awhile to get away here. We have always had a consistently good experience. The hotel is located in a lovely rural area, very nice, well kept and modern, and the staff for... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
2 March 2013

Dear Guest, I’m very pleased that your accommodations met your expectations. I have reviewed with the maintenance department your comments regarding the Jacuzzi and shower noise which they are looking into. I have shared your comments with our Food and Beverage Manager who also is reviewing this with his team. One thing I couldn’t find is where the happy hour... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

Getting bit by Bed Bugs is not a good experience! Woke up scratching and didnt know why until i turned on the light and found 3 bugs running for cover. I smashed them and went to shower but no hot water then i went to the front desk. They said they would take care of it. I left shortly after.... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
2 March 2013

Dear Guest, We followed up doing a complete inspection of the room upon your departure and the next few days with no indication of any problems. We have a very aggressive maintenance program as well as preventative programs which we are proud of. Please feel free to contact me and we can discuss. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

We had a fire in March of 2012 and we stayed at Vernon Downs for a couple of weeks we were treated like family there. The room was cleaned everyday and every thing was comfortable for us. We ate at Mr.G's and also the buffet. I recommend everyone to go there. The staff were really great they couldn't help us... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
2 March 2013

Dear Guest, I’m very pleased that we were able to accommodate you during a time of need. Guest service is our number one focus always working toward making everyone’s stay memorable. We are looking forward to having you stay with us again and thank you for your comments. More

Syracuse, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

We stayed on a Saturday night in January 2013. The hotel is located in a nice upstate [NY] area. The room was reasonably quiet, clean, comfortable, and affordable. We ate at Mr. G's restaruant where the food and service were respectable. The casino is clean and smoke-free. The casino has a new virtual roulette game since real roulette is not... More

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Simon S, Manager at Vernon Downs Hotel, responded to this review
2 March 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback and when visiting during our racing season you are correct there is more activity taking place. I’m pleased that you did enjoy yourself and will be coming back to visit as we are very excited about our start to the racing season next month. Once again thank you for your comments. More

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Also Known As:
Hotel Vernon Downs
Downs Hotel Vernon
Address: 4229 Stuhlman Rd., Vernon, NY 13476
Region: United States > New York > Vernon
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Vernon
Price range (per night): S$153 - 212
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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