Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near New York State Fairgrounds

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Mobility Accessible Tub

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite with Jacuzzi - Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Syracuse

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds places you within a short walk of Empire Expo Center and within a mile (2 km) of New York State Fairgrounds. This hotel has 47 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Empire Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Onondaga - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Onondaga Lake Visitors Center - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • New York State Fair Station - 4 min drive
  • Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gianelli's Sausage - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beer Garden State Fair - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Tot Spot - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rainbow Milk Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪1911 Booth Nysf - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds

Hotel with free breakfast, near New York State Fairgrounds
Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sofa beds, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Daniellas Steakhouse

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Fairgrounds
Best Western Fairgrounds Syracuse
Best Western Inn Fairgrounds
Best Western Inn Fairgrounds Syracuse
Inn At The Fairgrounds Hotel Syracuse
Best The At The Fairgrounds
Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds Hotel
Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds Syracuse
Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds Hotel Syracuse

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

This hotel is located in Syracuse, a short 15-minute walk from New York State Fairgrounds and also 6 minutes on foot from Empire Expo Center. You'll also find Destiny USA and Lake Onondaga within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds serves free buffet breakfast at Daniellas Steakhouse.

Will Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds for a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

The closest major airport to Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds is Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR), which is 10.3 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds.

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shamid, Forest Hills

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cassandrs

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid almost $500 USD for the room. When we entered it smelt old/smoke-ish. We breifly had my sister in law there who also noticed. The staff service was lovely but we booked the room for the jetted tub. When we went to use the tub, the one piece where water dispenses when the jets are on was COVERED in mold. We took pictures & let the desk know. All she said was "oh? Okay." She seemed nice but it was a lot of money on a room advertised for it's tub, which we couldn't use for safety hazard reasons and took pictures of to show front desk. Super unsafe. For $100 more we could have had a suite at the hilton. It was upsetting as we chose this suite instead for the tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

shawn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

There is no actual hotel lounge. Its just a steak house connected to the hotel and it was supposed to be open but it wasnt. There was rarely anyone at the front desk. Breakfast was good. Bed was very comfortable. Ice machine was broken on second floor. Very close to Lakeview Amphitheater. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ran

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Amenities
Was nicer expected
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Similar to other reviews

They're making a good effort. The mattresses could use updating. The breakfast was like the other reviews, not good. The.hotel was clean and the attached restaurant was great,a bit expensive but very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lori

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is close to the New York State fair however the staff is unfriendly, our room wasn't cleaned, stains on bed sheets, it was noisy in the room next to mine and the breakfast is terrible!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
The place needs some upgrades bathroom door would not shut plus no microwave in the great location to go to state fair
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed for 2 days and no one made our bed and we did not get fresh linens
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with group
Nothing special, reasonably clean, breakfast in the morning just ok. And they literally triple their rates the week of the state fair so you pay 350 for a room that’s maybe worth 100. Hey.. you asked for my opinion, here it is.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tarayne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

laura

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed lately

The hotel has really declined in maintenance over the last year. I have stayed there about 10 times over the year and im disappointed in the maintenance. The past 2 months the ice machine on the 2nd floor has been broken. The building has a musty smell and our room last night had huge water stains on the ceiling and cracks. Went to the breakfast at 9:15 that was suppose to go to 10:00 and all food gone and everything cleaned up. Really disappointed in the hotel that has a restaurant with raving reviews in it and i have dined it this restaurant and its excellent. The 2 definitely dont jive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our recent stay at this hotel. Room was clean and comfortable. We really appreciated that a coffee maker and refrigerator was provided in room. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Too expensive for what you get. Pricing shot up because of state fair nearby Horrible breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The equipment in the fitness center was in poor condition. The room we were in looked like it had flooded at one point. You could tell by the poor condition of the closet. I tripped over the lip of the front door when we got there. They wanted to charge me $30 for ‘early check in’ then were surprised that I said we’d wait bc I didn’t care about checking in early. That’s just when we got there. I won’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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