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The Birches Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Gansevoort with free parking

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Design Studio | Minibar
Design Studio | Living area | Flat-screen TV
BBQ/picnic area
Design Studio | Balcony
Superior Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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660 Saratoga Rd, Gansevoort, NY, 12831
  • Place, Skidmore College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilton Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Saratoga Springs City Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Studio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Design Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gansevoort

The Birches Motel is located within a few miles (5 km) of Skidmore College and Tang Teaching Museum. This 11-room motel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Skidmore College - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Hannaford Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Wilton Mall - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Saratoga Springs City Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Saratoga Race Course - 7 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 8 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Birches Motel

Motel in Gansevoort with free parking
Guests staying at The Birches Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a picnic area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This smoke-free motel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Select Comfort beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Birches Motel Gansevoort
Birches Gansevoort
The Birches Motel Motel
The Birches Motel Gansevoort
The Birches Motel Motel Gansevoort

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Birches Motel?

The Birches Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around The Birches Motel?

This motel is located in Gansevoort, close to Saratoga Race Course and Saratoga Performing Arts Center. You'll also find Saratoga Springs City Center and Congress Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Birches Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Birches Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Birches Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Birches Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Birches Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a comfy mattress as well as free breakfast and a terrace.

Does The Birches Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Birches Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Birches Motel offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Birches Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Birches Motel for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Birches Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from The Birches Motel?

The closest major airport to The Birches Motel is Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial), which is 22 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County), which is located 25.3 mi away (34-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Birches Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Birches Motel.

The Birches Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eleni

Traveled with family
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Hampton

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upon arriving, I was greeted with a room that was infested with house flies. There were easily 30-40 of them. So disturbing. I was afraid to open the closet for fear of what might be in there! There is no front desk person and it was a digital self check. So, it was not clear what I should do. I proceeded to kill as many as I could and called it a night. Photo is of one group of my kills! I found a number to call the next morning and a nice fellow that lives on site answered. He said he was going to relay the issue to the owner. I never heard from anybody again. The lack of an interest or consideration from the management to simply acknowledge the issue with a courtesy call or email prompted me to write this review. It’s a cute little motel with some simple design updates to the room. Could do with an extra chair and a small credenza to set your stuff. Other than the gross flies, it’s your typical little motel made to look modern. Overpriced for what is and definitely so for my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy contactless checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

argenis santiago

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jacob, the reception manager at The Birches went above and beyond to help me resolve an issue with a double booking issue I had with Expedia and secure my refund. Expedia still has an old account of mine from twenty years ago listing a yahoo email I no longer use. You cannot get a human being to help in real time at Expedia. I have tried for years to get Expedia to use only my new account and associated email to no avail. I had only one booking showing on my Expedia app until check in time when ai called Jacob directly at The Birches. THANK YOU JACOB !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Arron

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I found the floor to be extremely dirty, blood stains on the mattress bedding, tiny bathroom and shower, i wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My stay was "okay". Its fine for a night, but its not a cool old motel refresh like i thought. Very cheaply done, and things were pretty worn. But it wasnt filthy or felt unsafe. Just not great. You can do better in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and parking was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jacob helped with a room request. The room was clean and comfortable. Parking way right outside our door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

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

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Musty smell in room, ran out of hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was close to stuff, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Contactless check in. Easy, quick, convenient, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, tiny bathroom but clean, could use a decent coffee maker
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Mount Kisco

Very nice, clean and close to spac.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was a delightful gentleman. He gave me a lot of local insider knowledge because he grew up in the area. I can’t find anything wrong with my stay. It was absolutely great and I hope to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem. I have stayed in worse in higher class hotels. It was quiet, clean, cool, and super comfortable beds. My small complaint was the provided bathroom items (soap, shampoo, and conditioner), were empty (just conditioner). Great parking, safe rooms, and super quiet. Do not judge this motel by the outside (which is also very cute), it was an awesome stay. Easy check in and check out. Just far enough away from town to be quiet but close enough to take a quick ride to everything. Awesome stay can’t say enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is no staff on property instead you have access to a room where you can get extra pillows, towels, etc. Unfortunately when I was staying it was empty with the exception of a few towels and ironing boards.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamer

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I did not rate staff because there was no staff. That was fine because they texted the room # and room code to me. I checked in by text and that was also easy and efficient. This motel is a pleasure and I would go back again. A nice place to stay if you are going to the races at Saratoga.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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