Best Western the Inn at the Fairgrounds

Hotels
Best Western
7.2 (853 reviews)
670 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Good location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Unfriendly staff
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.2
Multiple reviews indicate cleanliness issues, including dirty rooms and urine on beds.
Service
7.7
Service was described positively in some reviews, but instances of unhelpfulness and rudeness were noted.
Location
8.2
Location was repeatedly mentioned as a positive aspect.
Room Quality
6.7
Rooms were described as outdated and, in some cases, uncomfortable.
Amenities
5.2
Limited amenities mentioned; issues with body wash and cleanliness.
Value for Money
8.2
Some reviews indicated good value despite issues elsewhere.
Food and Beverage
8.2
The attached restaurant received positive remarks.
Overall Experience
7.2
Overall experience varied; many positive aspects balanced by significant negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:41

Property Description

Convenient Location

Located near the New York State Fairgrounds and a short distance from Syracuse city centre, Best Western Inn at the Fairgrounds offers easy access to local attractions and business centers.

Modern Amenities

Guests can enjoy complimentary wireless internet, a business centre, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre during their stay at the Fairgrounds Inn.

Proximity to Destiny USA

Just 4 miles away, guests can explore shopping and dining options at Destiny USA, adding convenience and entertainment to their visit.

Experience comfort and convenience at Best Western Inn at the Fairgrounds. Book your stay now for a memorable Syracuse experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in, photo ID and a credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Please note that the airport shuttle must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. The shuttle operates from 8 am to 10 pm. Contact the hotel for information regarding drop-off and pick-up locations.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.
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).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • 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 853 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.2
Service: 7.7
Location: 8.2
Room Quality: 6.7
Amenities: 5.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 7.2
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Lillian solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Tom couple us
10
Pros:

Easy walk to amphitheater

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Katie solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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A couple ca
1
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Clifford couple us
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Jerry extended_group us
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Julie couple us
10
Pros:

Very clean and newly remodeled

Cons:

That is was 215pm and we could not check in. It was 45 minutes early and was told no rooms available for another 30 minutes.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Somnath couple us
1
Unexpectedly bad experience, and a life threatening situation. Avoid this hotel.
Pros:

Breakfast was okay, nothing special to mention.

Cons:

Our check-in experience was typical; we arrived tired from Massachusetts around 8:30 PM. We were assigned a room on the second floor, but the room and the entire hallway felt suffocating because the air conditioning was turned off.

My next issue occurred when I got stuck in the bathroom due to a malfunctioning lock. It was very uncomfortable inside, but fortunately, I had my mobile phone with me and called the front desk for assistance. However, the front desk staff couldn’t open the lock, and there was no maintenance person available. Thankfully, the staff from the adjacent restaurant helped us break the lock before the fire department arrived.

This situation could have been life-threatening if I had been alone and entered the bathroom without a mobile phone. I quickly went to the front desk with my family to report the hot and stuffy room (it was the first week of July) and requested a room change. The front desk staff's attitude was unacceptable; instead of being apologetic or inquiring about our issues, she hesitated to give us a new room. Can you believe that?

The next morning, we experienced another problem: there was no hot water due to a plumbing issue that was communicated to us. Yet again, no maintenance staff was available to handle the issue.

I would strongly advise anyone reading this review not to book a room at this hotel. The management is poor, and the maintenance is inadequate.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Jennifer extended_group us
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Esmeralda couple us
1
Rude staff and dirty
Pros:

Dirty and the staff was very rude

Cons:

Dirty

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Matuszczak solo_traveller us
7
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Jennifer extended_group us
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Donna solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Gerald couple us
9
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Marty solo_traveller us
5
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Anirudh solo_traveller us
5
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Magdalena family_with_children us
1
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Appu family_with_children us
7
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Sheila solo_traveller us
9
Clean nice room located on the first floor
Pros:

I didn’t have the breakfast but I was attending the fairlgriunds so convenient

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Theresa couple us
7
Pros:

Convenient to fairgrounds- dog friendly (for well behaved dog!)-
Very clean room & friendly staff

Cons:

Breakfast was tasty enough but a bit boring as it was the same each day for the 3 day stay

2026-05-04 via Nuitee