Clarion Pointe Syracuse Downtown

Hotels
Clarion
7.2 (913 reviews)
454 James St. , Syracuse , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Comfortable beds
Convenient location
Cons:
Dirty outdoor areas
Inadequate Wi-Fi
Unsafe neighborhood

Categories

Cleanliness
6.55
Mixed sentiment; rooms were clean but issues with dirty duvets and external cleanliness noted.
Service
8.05
Standard quality for this hotel tier; generally positive but some service issues mentioned.
Location
7.05
Location is convenient but the surrounding area raises safety concerns.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were described as comfortable and clean, contributing positively.
Amenities
6.55
Amenities received mixed reviews, particularly breakfast quality and Wi-Fi.
Value for Money
7.55
Fair pricing for the quality provided, though concerns over surrounding area.
Food and Beverage
6.05
Breakfast quality was criticized heavily, impacting the overall rating.
Overall Experience
7.25
Overall experience mixed due to clean rooms but significant issues with safety and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 09:00

Property Description

Convenient Location

The Clarion Pointe Downtown is strategically positioned near major interstates and just a stone's throw away from Syracuse University and popular attractions like the Carousel Center and Carrier Dome.

Fine Amenities

Guests can indulge in complimentary perks such as a delicious breakfast, freshly brewed coffee, and convenient parking during their stay at this Syracuse hotel.

Business-Friendly Services

Business travelers can take advantage of free high-speed internet, copy and fax facilities, and special corporate rates. Additionally, a computer with internet access and printer are available for guest use.

Experience comfort and convenience at Clarion Pointe Downtown, your ideal choice for a memorable stay in Syracuse, NY.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.

Please note, guests must be 21 years of age or older in order to check in at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 913 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.55
Service: 8.05
Location: 7.05
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 6.55
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 6.05
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Burns solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Close proximity to everything

Cons:

Central location

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Java solo_traveller us
2
cop knocked on my door &said “where is he!” looking for someone meanwhile I traveled alone.
Pros:

The guy workers were nice and friendly but the lady was rude

Cons:

More breakfast & the woman at the front desk

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Carlo couple it
1
Da evitare ammeno che non si cerchi un motel ad ore per nasconderti
Pros:

Terribile, sembra di entrare in un altra struttura rispetto a quella delle foto. La verità…e’ un motel!!!

Cons:

Location, pulizia, camere, struttura. Tutto pessimo.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Stefan solo_traveller is
4
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple ca
7
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Michael couple de
6
Room was good, environment was bad, breakfast as well bad.
Pros:

Room was clean and good. Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast was bad. Unclean tables. Coffee was not good. Very limited buffet only 0% milk. Waste bin for used plates etc. overly full and not emptied.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Nicole solo_traveller us
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Riikka solo_traveller fi
7
good location, nice size room
Pros:

nice size room and bed, fridge, some staff members really friendly and customer service oriented (some not), good location

Cons:

somewhat overpriced, tiny gym, cross-trainer slightly broken (terrible noise + oversized resistance), nothing fresh (salad, fruits etc.) at breakfast, disposable tableware

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
7
Clean and comfortable facility but still has a way to go.
Pros:

Total flop. Failed to replenish hot items on the buffet.

Cons:

Volume on tv did not work making it hard to hear.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller us
7
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Rosina couple it
10
wonderful!
Pros:

Mili was outstanding! After she found out it was my birthday, she upgraded us and presented me with a gift!

Cons:

rain

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Tina couple us
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Samuel couple us
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Cummings couple us
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Webber couple us
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Anirudh solo_traveller us
1
Terrible - looks like a run down motel with disgusting breakfast and no internet
Pros:

Really really bad!!

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Jonathan couple gb
5
Costly One Night Stop Over
Pros:

Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Expensive room rate for the quality of the hotel. Location is poor with pan handlers around the site. Hotel wasn’t overly clean.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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NKECHI family_with_children ng
9
Bad situations can be made better. Mili's professionalism and help made the stay seem worthwhile
Pros:

The best part of this stay was the receptionist Mili. She qent over, above and betond to be helpful a s acxlmmodate requeats

Cons:

It was way too pricey for the amenities available - curious if it's like that all year round or just when it's Syracuae Uni graduation weekend.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Minna-Liisa family_with_children fi
9
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
10
Great place, wonderful atmosphere
Pros:

Breakfast was great! Can't go wrong with fresh hot waffles!

2026-05-04 via Nuitee