Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds

2.5 star property
Hotel near New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse

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Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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670 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY, 13209
  • Place, Empire Expo Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New York State Fairgrounds
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Syracuse

In Syracuse .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Empire Expo Center and 2 miles (3 km) of New York State Fairgrounds with a stay here. State Park at the Fair and Lakeland Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Empire Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New York State Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Onondaga - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Onondaga Lake Visitors Center - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Daniella's Steakhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fair Deli Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Tot Spot - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tully's New York Beer Garden at NYS Fair - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rancher's Choice - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds

Hotel near New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A fitness center, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds. Self parking is free.

This Syracuse hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds offers 47 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Syracuse hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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

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: 21

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

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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

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

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

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds is 10.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $138, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds.

How close is Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds to the beach?

This hotel is 19.1 mi (28-min drive) from Oneida Shores.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have a pool?

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds does not have a pool.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds to downtown Syracuse?

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds is 0.9 mi away from Lakeland.

Best Western The Inn At The Fairgrounds Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tub was stained and cracked. Hotel smelled.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth, Canyon

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do NOT book this hotel. This was one of the worst hotel experiences we’ve ever had. The mattresses are absolutely terrible — without question the worst we have ever slept on. Completely uncomfortable and unacceptable for any hotel, especially at this price point. When we asked about a solution — a mattress topper, flipping the mattress, or any kind of adjustment — we were met with defensive responses instead of help. There was no effort to resolve the issue. The manager/owner was supposedly traveling, and staff had no idea when we would receive a response. That left us stuck with no support and no accountability.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth, Canyon

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do NOT book this hotel. This was one of the worst hotel experiences we’ve ever had. The mattresses are absolutely terrible — without question the worst we have ever slept on. Completely uncomfortable and unacceptable for any hotel, especially at this price point. When we asked about a solution — a mattress topper, flipping the mattress, or any kind of adjustment — we were met with defensive responses instead of help. There was no effort to resolve the issue. The manager/owner was supposedly traveling, and staff had no idea when we would receive a response. That left us stuck with no support and no accountability. The service felt disorganized and dismissive. If you value sleep and basic customer care, look elsewhere. Now the only positive: The restaurant inside the hotel is a completely different story. It is outstanding — easily one of the best restaurant experiences in Queens, New York. The food and service there were excellent. So here’s the bottom line: Do not book this hotel. But absolutely eat at the restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah Scattergood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to Fairgrounds
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean. And the staff was polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in was seamless and front desk clerk was quick, friendly and handed us our room keys within 2 minutes. Got to the room, it was literally spotless. Beds were comfortable and although the hotel looked booked solid, it was quiet and comfortable. Breakfast in the morning was standard fare - cold goods - cereal, juices, fruit, etc., as well as bagels, muffins, eggs, sausage, etc. The ONLY reason this isn't a star review is that snow removal on the sidewalks could be way better, and there was a lack of hot water, in that it wasn't very hot in the shower. Would stay again however.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel were clean. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was poor. Very little choice. Loud train in the middle of the night passed by for at least 30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 213 the bed mattress hasn’t been changed in years when u lay down u automatically go to the middle of the mattress like u sink in and the jetted tub not as great as u want the jets suck
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

BEN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERY THING WAS GREAT
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to fair. Staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Mattress in room was horrendous and juice was nothing but water and when brought to the attention of the staff nothing was done
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Upon arrival the lady at the front desk was not very friendly. The heater in my room was not responsive to the thermostat and the room kept getting hotter until I turned it off and then froze and then baked again. We were woke up by the front desk person banging on the door at 12:30 because pipes in the hotel had begun to burst flooding rooms and the entire ground floor. Fortunately our room was dry. Woke up to a cold room and turned the oven back on. No hot water for showers and when we got down stairs no breakfast due to the extensive damage. Same lady at desk was not willing to do anything thing to accommodate us for all the problems we had with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gail

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Roxanne

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked online last minute after I decided to call it a night due to bad weather. When I checked in I was charged an extra $97 for my dogs ! I travel with them often and have never had to pay such a high rate. I was given a “special” pet friendly room that was absolutely disgusting. Shower walls were cracked and falling apart. Water did not get hot . The room itself was very dirty. I knew it was far from a 5 star however cleaning isn’t that difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome staff and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cintia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay for sleeping. We stayed one night, place was quiet clean. One star removed because there wasnt to much options for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025