The Benjamin Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Watkins Glen, steps from The Tasting Room

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1 bedroom, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk
Point of interest
1 bedroom, down comforters, memory foam beds, desk
Full-size fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, ice maker
Point of interest

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
223-1 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891
  • The Tasting Room
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Seneca Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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Room options

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 750 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Watkins Glen

The Benjamin Hotel places you next to The Tasting Room and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Seneca Harbor. This 4-room hotel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • The Tasting Room - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seneca Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bucket Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kookalaroc’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Benjamin Hotel

Hotel in Watkins Glen, steps from The Tasting Room
Guests of The Benjamin Hotel have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 70-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Memory foam beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Proposal/romance packages

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 70-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days 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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

The Benjamin Hotel Hotel
The Benjamin Hotel Watkins Glen
The Benjamin Hotel Hotel Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Benjamin Hotel?

The Benjamin Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Benjamin Hotel?

Located steps from The Tasting Room, this hotel is in Watkins Glen, and within a 10-minute walk of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Harbor. You'll also find Watkins Glen Beach and International Motor Racing Research Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Benjamin Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Benjamin Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Benjamin Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Benjamin Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Benjamin Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as proposal/romance packages and a tasting room.

Does The Benjamin Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Benjamin Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Benjamin Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Benjamin Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Benjamin Hotel.

Does The Benjamin Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Benjamin Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Benjamin Hotel is Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is 21.6 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is around 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Benjamin Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Benjamin Hotel offer a furnished patio and may feature city views.

The Benjamin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Couples lake weekend!

My husband and I, along with two other couples, stayed at the Benjamin hotel this weekend. It was absolutely gorgeous! Spacious and VERY clean rooms. The boutique style rooms were decorated perfectly and provided many more amenities and than your average hotel. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Klamath Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I kind of hate sharing how great this place is. I’d really rather keep it a secret, so that it doesn’t become loved to death.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franklin Room was excellent. It was clean, modern, spacious and the bed was super-comfortable. The bathroom was luxurious and the huge tinted windows were fantastic. I highly recommend The Benjamin Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was all my husband and I needed to celebrate his birthday. Location was amazing, close to seneca lake, great food options, good shopping, everything walkable. Area was quiet and clean. Parking although not onsite was easy. Would highly reccommend to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. We went in the off season and found many places closed but still had a great time. The Benjamin is beautiful! We'll definitely stay there again next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything; probably top 3 places we ever stayed! So impressive!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay for my Husband birthday! Rooms were spacious and clean! Local artwork on the walls, beautifully finished rooms, and in a great walkable location! Wonderful place! We will be back again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy weekend getaway. Room was spacious and well equipped for comfort and convenience. The king size bed was super cozy and pillows were just the right firmness for a restful sleep. Would recommend for couples.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay! The room and bathroom were very spacious, super clean and modern. Those backlighted exposed brick walls are gorgeous. The windows facing the street are beautiful, and the automatic blinds were impressive. The bed was comfy and the linens were soft. The stairs, and finding on street parking were not an issue for us, but I'm glad we knew ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay!!!!! Our room was soooo clean, new, and tastefully decorated. It was an excellent break from life to enjoy some wine and time with your spouse.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A divine place to stay

Beautiful hotel room. It reminded me of staying in SoHo in NYC, and conveniently located in proximity to some of the best wineries in NYS. The modern amenities in the bathroom were a treat, and I enjoyed a relaxing bath with the peppermint bath bomb provided. A divine place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location for taking in Watkins Glen

Central location easy to walk the Main Street shops. The room was modern and beautiful with double vanity, huge walking shower and standing tub. King bed, full size fridge. Glassware, dishes and microwave. There is no assigned parking which wasn’t a problem in December but may be in a busier season( I knew this in advance). Great access to the Seneca Wine Trail. Super quiet building with only 3 other rooms. We would recommend it and would stay again. However I would worry about parking in a busy summer season.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

The room was amazing and spotless. Very comfortable bedding, huge bathroom with tub and separate walk in shower, kitchen had fridge, microwave and coffee maker. The location was great. Close to restaurants and right above a wine bar that hosted wine tasting the night we were there. The only minor issue was with a key code for check in but hosts were at the wine bar and helped us with the check in so it wasn’t really a problem. They were very helpful. I would stay there again and again. It was lovely. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Benjamin Hotel was absolutely perfect! This is a new hotel so it’s currently a hidden gem. Once more people find out about this place, it will be nearly impossible to book a room. There are only 4 rooms and each one has its own design. We stayed in the Watkins room and it was incredible. It should be known that there is no actual staff. You have a pin to get into your room. It’s really an awesome idea. The rooms are brand new and extremely clean and over the top. The bathroom is huge with a dual shower head shower. The room is extremely spacious with the most comfortable bed ever. Everything in the room is brand new and top notch. Of all the hotels we have ever stayed in, this was definitely the nicest. We can’t recommend this place enough. The only small downfall is there is only currently street parking, but it was perfectly fine. We did speak with some people who said they are working on finding a better parking spot. This hotel was worth every penny!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis, Broken Arrow

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Jefferson room for two nights. Although this room is facing the busy Main Street, we slept soundly and did not hear anything. We were impressed with the roominess of our room. The bathroom was also spacious. I would recommend putting a bar to hang on to when showering for safety. We love the comfort and convenience of this hotel. It is walkable to restaurants and Watkins Glen State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELVA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

george

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just got back from our stay at the Benjamin Hotel in Watkins Glen. The hotel was conveniently located right in the downtown area near all the shops and restaurants and a quick walk down to Lake Seneca. Our room was HUGE! The bathroom itself is the size of some hotel rooms. There was even a walk out to the rooftop. Parking was a breeze, especially since it was fall. The hotel is located directly above a nice bar, a wine bar and a breakfast place. We met the owner down at the wine bar and she even invited us to a private event they were holding that night. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend the Hotel Benjamin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Me and my boyfriend actually booked a second night! The room is so beautiful and the bed is super comfortable! It is in a great location! Would definitely recommend to my friends and hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We would definitely book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024