The Benjamin Hotel
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About this property
Centrally located hotel with kitchenettes, memory foam beds, and a virtual front desk in Watkins Glen.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters. 70-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at The Benjamin Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Watkins Glen, steps from The Tasting Room and within a 5-minute walk of Seneca Harbor. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Watkins Glen State Park and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Hector Falls.
What's nearby
The Tasting Room(0.1 miles)
Seneca Lake(0.2 miles)
Seneca Harbor(0.2 miles)
Watkins Glen State Park(0.4 miles)
Watkins Glen Beach(0.8 miles)
International Motor Racing Research Center(0.9 miles)
Castel Grisch Winery(2.4 miles)
Schuyler Hospital(2.4 miles)
Montour Falls Historic District(2.7 miles)
Montour Falls Memorial Library(2.8 miles)
She-Qa-Ga Falls(3.1 miles)
Hector Falls(3.4 miles)
Lakewood Vineyards(3.7 miles)
Eagle Cliff Falls(4 miles)
Barnstormer Winery(4.2 miles)
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)(21.6 miles)
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)(31.3 miles)
Location
223-1 N Franklin St, New York, United States of America
The Tasting Room (0.1 miles)
Seneca Lake (0.2 miles)
Seneca Harbor (0.2 miles)
Watkins Glen State Park (0.4 miles)
Watkins Glen Beach (0.8 miles)
International Motor Racing Research Center (0.9 miles)
Room options
17
Luxury Studio Suite, City View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
750 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Luxury Studio
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Patio
12
Luxury Studio Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
12
Luxury Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews
10
Exceptional
Based on 166 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers consistently praise The Benjamin Hotel for its spacious, modern rooms and oversized bathrooms, exceptional cleanliness, and a walkable Main Street location near Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake, and restaurants, with in-room kitchenettes and thoughtful amenities adding convenience.
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Travellers consistently praise The Benjamin Hotel for its spacious, modern rooms and oversized bathrooms, exceptional cleanliness, and a walkable Main Street location near Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake, and restaurants, with in-room kitchenettes and thoughtful amenities adding convenience.
Recurring drawbacks include no on-site parking (street parking can be tricky) and a stair-only entry, with a few street-facing rooms reporting traffic noise. Service is mostly contactless via door codes, but communication is responsive and helpful when needed. Expect a stylish, apartment-like boutique stay with thoughtful details.
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Facilities
In-room kitchenettes and small extras like water/snacks are appreciated, and a wine bar downstairs is noted. However, there is no on-site parking and entry involves stairs; several guests found street parking inconvenient.
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Denise
Nov 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
10
Mary
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The parking is definitely a negative.
The parking is definitely a negative.
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Michael
Nov 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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!!
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!!
10
Erin
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful experience at the Benjamin Hotel. Spacious, comfortable room with great amenities. It was conveniently located in downtown Watkins Glen and while there is no parking onsite, it was never an issue to find easy street parking nearby. Will definitely stay again!
Wonderful experience at the Benjamin Hotel. Spacious, comfortable room with great amenities. It was conveniently located in downtown Watkins Glen and while there is no parking onsite, it was never an issue to find easy street parking nearby. Will definitely stay again!
10
Joan
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed at the Benjamin for 3 nights and loved it. The room was so attractive, well-planned and spotless. Others have mentioned the parking challenges, so I won’t repeat that concern. However, I cannot believe that no one has mentioned the empty cupboards in the kitchen. There are no dishes of any kind, no plates, no bowls, no mugs, and no utensils at all. If you stay here, you should know this.
We stayed at the Benjamin for 3 nights and loved it. The room was so attractive, well-planned and spotless. Others have mentioned the parking challenges, so I won’t repeat that concern. However, I cannot believe that no one has mentioned the empty cupboards in the kitchen. There are no dishes of any kind, no plates, no bowls, no mugs, and no utensils at all. If you stay here, you should know this.
10
David
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place. Would stay there again. Only negative is that you have to find your own parking and there are stairs to climb to the rooms. Otherwise the rooms are very nice, spacious, and location is great if you want to be in town!
Very nice place. Would stay there again. Only negative is that you have to find your own parking and there are stairs to climb to the rooms. Otherwise the rooms are very nice, spacious, and location is great if you want to be in town!
8
Victoria L
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was like an apartment. It had everything you need yo enjoy your stay! The mini kitchen was great and well stocked. The bathroom was so big! The bed was comfortable and the owners were just downstairs if you needed anything. I ended up forgetting my book there after we checked out. The owners repsonded right away and i was able to get in quickly to retrieve it. I would stay there again and have recommended it to others! Great location too!
This was like an apartment. It had everything you need yo enjoy your stay! The mini kitchen was great and well stocked. The bathroom was so big! The bed was comfortable and the owners were just downstairs if you needed anything. I ended up forgetting my book there after we checked out. The owners repsonded right away and i was able to get in quickly to retrieve it. I would stay there again and have recommended it to others! Great location too!
10
Becky
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is the swankiest hotel I have stayed at for the price. I stayed in off-season. The bed was comfortable, the location is walkable, off street parking, the shower was excellent, good temperature control, and staff accessible via phone. Only negative is no elevator. Had to haul my luggage up a large staircase.
This is the swankiest hotel I have stayed at for the price. I stayed in off-season. The bed was comfortable, the location is walkable, off street parking, the shower was excellent, good temperature control, and staff accessible via phone. Only negative is no elevator. Had to haul my luggage up a large staircase.
10
Brandi
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is by far our favorite, we will be rebooking in the future. The location is convenient to shops and dinning. The room was so clean & inviting. We very much appreciated the small snack & water offerings, the wine glasses to use after we bought wine while going tasting in the local area. The separate shower was clean, large, great water pressure & stayed hot. We also really liked the “contactless” check in & check out. Like I said, we will absolutely be rebooking and have told many of our friends to book The Benjamin!
This hotel is by far our favorite, we will be rebooking in the future. The location is convenient to shops and dinning. The room was so clean & inviting. We very much appreciated the small snack & water offerings, the wine glasses to use after we bought wine while going tasting in the local area. The separate shower was clean, large, great water pressure & stayed hot. We also really liked the “contactless” check in & check out. Like I said, we will absolutely be rebooking and have told many of our friends to book The Benjamin!
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amy
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very new clean and nicely appointed efficiency room. Comfortable bed, large bathroom with double sink, kitchenette and large screen tv. Easy self access to room, street parking available and good location to visit areas of interest.
Very new clean and nicely appointed efficiency room. Comfortable bed, large bathroom with double sink, kitchenette and large screen tv. Easy self access to room, street parking available and good location to visit areas of interest.
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Cleanliness
Reviews repeatedly describe rooms and bathrooms as spotless and well maintained.
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Maggie
Jan 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very clean and quiet and provided so many amenities.
The room was very clean and quiet and provided so many amenities.
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Rachael
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Pavel
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Surprisingly new, modern, aesthetically pleasing , very roomy and clean small boutique hotel in the heart of Watkins Glen. The bathrooms are spacey with high ceilings and great shower! The bed is comfortable. You have a full kitchenette and the owners also own a winery and a small bar downstairs and welcome you with a complimentary bottle of Riesling!
Surprisingly new, modern, aesthetically pleasing , very roomy and clean small boutique hotel in the heart of Watkins Glen. The bathrooms are spacey with high ceilings and great shower! The bed is comfortable. You have a full kitchenette and the owners also own a winery and a small bar downstairs and welcome you with a complimentary bottle of Riesling!
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Jennifer
Mar 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!!!
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!!!
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Amy
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Toni
May 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
So clean it was literally spotless!! It had everything we needed. Everything was within easy walking distance. The only drawback was the parkingtheparking.
So clean it was literally spotless!! It had everything we needed. Everything was within easy walking distance. The only drawback was the parkingtheparking.
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ann
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
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Katrina
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Huge room and very clean
Huge room and very clean
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Craig
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This boutique hotel is located in central Watkins Glen steps away from a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment. Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Harbor are an easy drive or a comfortable walk away. I stayed in the Watkins Room, which was spotless, spacious, and provided every amenity I could have asked for. The memory foam bed was wonderful. My only regret is that I didn’t stay longer.
This boutique hotel is located in central Watkins Glen steps away from a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment. Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Harbor are an easy drive or a comfortable walk away. I stayed in the Watkins Room, which was spotless, spacious, and provided every amenity I could have asked for. The memory foam bed was wonderful. My only regret is that I didn’t stay longer.
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Bert
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was vey clean and spacious.
The room was vey clean and spacious.
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Rooms
Rooms are consistently large, modern, and comfortable, with oversized bathrooms and big windows; some offer views of Franklin Street. A few note traffic noise in street-facing rooms or minor comfort quirks.
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Michael
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This place has plenty of space. This is perfect for solo or couples.
This place has plenty of space. This is perfect for solo or couples.
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Michelle
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
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Mark
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the room at The Benjamin. The room, itself, was huge, and the bathroom was the largest I've seen anywhere I've stayed. Double sinks and a bathtub in addition to a large shower.
We loved the room at The Benjamin. The room, itself, was huge, and the bathroom was the largest I've seen anywhere I've stayed. Double sinks and a bathtub in addition to a large shower.
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David
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful, spacious room.
Beautiful, spacious room.
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Ronald
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful room! Large, bright and airy. Large bathroom with big shower. Could have stayed there longer!
Wonderful room! Large, bright and airy. Large bathroom with big shower. Could have stayed there longer!
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ann
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
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Alyssa
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is right in the middle of the town. Great walking distance from everything. There is no staff. Just use the code texted to you to open the door from the street and they tell you which room is yours. Our room overlooked the street and it was a little loud from the cars but the room is really spacious and the large window shades blocks the street lights. Pretty clean and nice big bathroom and shower.
Hotel is right in the middle of the town. Great walking distance from everything. There is no staff. Just use the code texted to you to open the door from the street and they tell you which room is yours. Our room overlooked the street and it was a little loud from the cars but the room is really spacious and the large window shades blocks the street lights. Pretty clean and nice big bathroom and shower.
10
Ryan
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing stay! Great location. Our room was street side so a little noise but not bad at all. Slept great. Modern and open design. Such a great stay. Only suggestion by wife is makeup mirror. Everything in walking distance. Great location. Very clean.
Amazing stay! Great location. Our room was street side so a little noise but not bad at all. Slept great. Modern and open design. Such a great stay. Only suggestion by wife is makeup mirror. Everything in walking distance. Great location. Very clean.
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monica
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous spacious room with dramatic floor to ceiling windows on downtown. Decadent bathroom. Truly one of a kind. Mere blocks to Watkins Glen State Park.
Fabulous spacious room with dramatic floor to ceiling windows on downtown. Decadent bathroom. Truly one of a kind. Mere blocks to Watkins Glen State Park.
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Luana
Oct 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The bed was very comfortable but was way to tall to get in and out of. Pillows were way to big and oversized..
The bed was very comfortable but was way to tall to get in and out of. Pillows were way to big and oversized..
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Service
Check-in is contactless via codes, and communication with hosts is friendly and responsive when assistance is needed. There is little on-site staffing.
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Denise
Nov 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
10
george
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Ingris
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Benjamin Hotel was a great quaint hotel to stay at during our Watkins Glen stay. It is located on the Main Street of town allowing for walking distance restaurants, visitor center and Seneca lake. The hotel is more of a studio apartment allowing for a large space to accommodate your belongings. Since this is not your typical hotel there is no front desk but we received further information via text and when I called to refill towels and toiletries the staff responded immediately and provided all items requested. One item to note is that there’s a back door to the room that lead to the back side of the house. We stayed in the Watkins room and it made me a bit uneasy but the police department is right next door which helped ease my mind. One final note is there was not housekeeping so it’s up to you to keep the room cleanly but if we called to request service it may have been provided. Overall great stay for a new hotel that opened less than a month ago!
Benjamin Hotel was a great quaint hotel to stay at during our Watkins Glen stay. It is located on the Main Street of town allowing for walking distance restaurants, visitor center and Seneca lake. The hotel is more of a studio apartment allowing for a large space to accommodate your belongings. Since this is not your typical hotel there is no front desk but we received further information via text and when I called to refill towels and toiletries the staff responded immediately and provided all items requested. One item to note is that there’s a back door to the room that lead to the back side of the house. We stayed in the Watkins room and it made me a bit uneasy but the police department is right next door which helped ease my mind. One final note is there was not housekeeping so it’s up to you to keep the room cleanly but if we called to request service it may have been provided. Overall great stay for a new hotel that opened less than a month ago!
10
Michael
Nov 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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!!
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!!
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Edward
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unique and beautiful experience. The amenities are well appointed and the communication has been convenient and friendly throughout. The room is surprisingly modern and spacious. All around 5 stars and we will be back!
Unique and beautiful experience. The amenities are well appointed and the communication has been convenient and friendly throughout. The room is surprisingly modern and spacious. All around 5 stars and we will be back!
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Alyssa
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is right in the middle of the town. Great walking distance from everything. There is no staff. Just use the code texted to you to open the door from the street and they tell you which room is yours. Our room overlooked the street and it was a little loud from the cars but the room is really spacious and the large window shades blocks the street lights. Pretty clean and nice big bathroom and shower.
Hotel is right in the middle of the town. Great walking distance from everything. There is no staff. Just use the code texted to you to open the door from the street and they tell you which room is yours. Our room overlooked the street and it was a little loud from the cars but the room is really spacious and the large window shades blocks the street lights. Pretty clean and nice big bathroom and shower.
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Victoria L
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was like an apartment. It had everything you need yo enjoy your stay! The mini kitchen was great and well stocked. The bathroom was so big! The bed was comfortable and the owners were just downstairs if you needed anything. I ended up forgetting my book there after we checked out. The owners repsonded right away and i was able to get in quickly to retrieve it. I would stay there again and have recommended it to others! Great location too!
This was like an apartment. It had everything you need yo enjoy your stay! The mini kitchen was great and well stocked. The bathroom was so big! The bed was comfortable and the owners were just downstairs if you needed anything. I ended up forgetting my book there after we checked out. The owners repsonded right away and i was able to get in quickly to retrieve it. I would stay there again and have recommended it to others! Great location too!
10
Becky
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is the swankiest hotel I have stayed at for the price. I stayed in off-season. The bed was comfortable, the location is walkable, off street parking, the shower was excellent, good temperature control, and staff accessible via phone. Only negative is no elevator. Had to haul my luggage up a large staircase.
This is the swankiest hotel I have stayed at for the price. I stayed in off-season. The bed was comfortable, the location is walkable, off street parking, the shower was excellent, good temperature control, and staff accessible via phone. Only negative is no elevator. Had to haul my luggage up a large staircase.
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Brandi
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is by far our favorite, we will be rebooking in the future. The location is convenient to shops and dinning. The room was so clean & inviting. We very much appreciated the small snack & water offerings, the wine glasses to use after we bought wine while going tasting in the local area. The separate shower was clean, large, great water pressure & stayed hot. We also really liked the “contactless” check in & check out. Like I said, we will absolutely be rebooking and have told many of our friends to book The Benjamin!
This hotel is by far our favorite, we will be rebooking in the future. The location is convenient to shops and dinning. The room was so clean & inviting. We very much appreciated the small snack & water offerings, the wine glasses to use after we bought wine while going tasting in the local area. The separate shower was clean, large, great water pressure & stayed hot. We also really liked the “contactless” check in & check out. Like I said, we will absolutely be rebooking and have told many of our friends to book The Benjamin!
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Michelle
Oct 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
If you’re ever going to be in the Watkins Glen/Seneca Lake area you have to stay here. Amazingly comfortable, clean and leaves you feeling like you’re at a luxurious hotel with a small town feel. Right on the Main Street of town and within walking distance to great restaurants and attractions. Love the ease of check in and getting your room assignment. Quiet and safe. Can’t wait to go back!
If you’re ever going to be in the Watkins Glen/Seneca Lake area you have to stay here. Amazingly comfortable, clean and leaves you feeling like you’re at a luxurious hotel with a small town feel. Right on the Main Street of town and within walking distance to great restaurants and attractions. Love the ease of check in and getting your room assignment. Quiet and safe. Can’t wait to go back!
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Location
Central Main Street location with easy walking access to restaurants, Watkins Glen State Park, and Seneca Lake. Good base for the wine trail.
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Michelle
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
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maria chiara
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Vey charming hotel in the heart of town. Most restaurants are in walking distance, and so is the lake. The rooms are big and very well equipped. The bed was very comfortable. You access the hotel, and the room, with a personalized code, which allows you to be completely free. I would recommend this hotel in a heartbeat and would go there again.
Vey charming hotel in the heart of town. Most restaurants are in walking distance, and so is the lake. The rooms are big and very well equipped. The bed was very comfortable. You access the hotel, and the room, with a personalized code, which allows you to be completely free. I would recommend this hotel in a heartbeat and would go there again.
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Adam
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great convenience and walkability of down. Wine trail just outside of town!
Great convenience and walkability of down. Wine trail just outside of town!
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Kenneth
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Right in town. Very convenient. Outstanding bathroom. Spacious room . Plan to return next year.
Right in town. Very convenient. Outstanding bathroom. Spacious room . Plan to return next year.
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vicky
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel. Brand new and spotless. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Benjamin. Very convenient to all the attractions in Watkins Glen. Thanks for making us feel so welcome.
Beautiful hotel. Brand new and spotless. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Benjamin. Very convenient to all the attractions in Watkins Glen. Thanks for making us feel so welcome.
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Kelly
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel was amazing. The location is perfect, right on the main street. Many restaurants within walking distance. The room was beautiful and very large. We will definitely return!
This hotel was amazing. The location is perfect, right on the main street. Many restaurants within walking distance. The room was beautiful and very large. We will definitely return!
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ann
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
We only stayed one night but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was large, modern, immaculately clean and comfortable. The bathroom is amazing. Street parking was easy. The hotel is located on the main street and the state parking is in walking distance.
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Dillon
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Walking distance around town is perfect.
Walking distance around town is perfect.
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Kelly
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved this hotel. The room was beautiful and the location was super convenient.
Absolutely loved this hotel. The room was beautiful and the location was super convenient.
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monica
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous spacious room with dramatic floor to ceiling windows on downtown. Decadent bathroom. Truly one of a kind. Mere blocks to Watkins Glen State Park.
Fabulous spacious room with dramatic floor to ceiling windows on downtown. Decadent bathroom. Truly one of a kind. Mere blocks to Watkins Glen State Park.
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Dining
Several mentions of a wine bar downstairs and many dining options within walking distance, but little direct feedback on on-site food or breakfast.
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Michelle
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
The hotel was unique, had an amazing view of Franklin Street and the best parts of Watkins Glen. Walking distance to the Watkins Glen State Park, restaurants, Seneca Lake, etc. Overall, just what we were looking for!
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Pavel
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Surprisingly new, modern, aesthetically pleasing , very roomy and clean small boutique hotel in the heart of Watkins Glen. The bathrooms are spacey with high ceilings and great shower! The bed is comfortable. You have a full kitchenette and the owners also own a winery and a small bar downstairs and welcome you with a complimentary bottle of Riesling!
Surprisingly new, modern, aesthetically pleasing , very roomy and clean small boutique hotel in the heart of Watkins Glen. The bathrooms are spacey with high ceilings and great shower! The bed is comfortable. You have a full kitchenette and the owners also own a winery and a small bar downstairs and welcome you with a complimentary bottle of Riesling!
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Denise
Nov 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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george
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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maria chiara
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Vey charming hotel in the heart of town. Most restaurants are in walking distance, and so is the lake. The rooms are big and very well equipped. The bed was very comfortable. You access the hotel, and the room, with a personalized code, which allows you to be completely free. I would recommend this hotel in a heartbeat and would go there again.
Vey charming hotel in the heart of town. Most restaurants are in walking distance, and so is the lake. The rooms are big and very well equipped. The bed was very comfortable. You access the hotel, and the room, with a personalized code, which allows you to be completely free. I would recommend this hotel in a heartbeat and would go there again.
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Kelly
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel was amazing. The location is perfect, right on the main street. Many restaurants within walking distance. The room was beautiful and very large. We will definitely return!
This hotel was amazing. The location is perfect, right on the main street. Many restaurants within walking distance. The room was beautiful and very large. We will definitely return!
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Patrick
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We usually stay at a nice B and B outside of town for about the same price. This time, I thought we would stay in town so we could walk to restaurants and not worry about driving, especially after a few wine tours. That was a great decision. Okay, the on-street/municipal parking lot (very close) might discourage some, but if your focus is only on convenient parking go to a standard motel/hotel. This place is truly unique and the parking is very close. We loved the spacious room. Love the brick. The bathroom was very cool. Nicely done. Exceptionally clean. Great location. It was a very good decision to stay in town, and at this hotel. Way more fun. We also enjoyed the wine bar downstairs. I would give you 5 Stars. Thanks so much for a great stay. Pat O'Hara
We usually stay at a nice B and B outside of town for about the same price. This time, I thought we would stay in town so we could walk to restaurants and not worry about driving, especially after a few wine tours. That was a great decision. Okay, the on-street/municipal parking lot (very close) might discourage some, but if your focus is only on convenient parking go to a standard motel/hotel. This place is truly unique and the parking is very close. We loved the spacious room. Love the brick. The bathroom was very cool. Nicely done. Exceptionally clean. Great location. It was a very good decision to stay in town, and at this hotel. Way more fun. We also enjoyed the wine bar downstairs. I would give you 5 Stars. Thanks so much for a great stay. Pat O'Hara
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Kelly
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved this hotel. The room was beautiful and the location was super convenient.
Absolutely loved this hotel. The room was beautiful and the location was super convenient.
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Craig
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This boutique hotel is located in central Watkins Glen steps away from a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment. Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Harbor are an easy drive or a comfortable walk away. I stayed in the Watkins Room, which was spotless, spacious, and provided every amenity I could have asked for. The memory foam bed was wonderful. My only regret is that I didn’t stay longer.
This boutique hotel is located in central Watkins Glen steps away from a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment. Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Harbor are an easy drive or a comfortable walk away. I stayed in the Watkins Room, which was spotless, spacious, and provided every amenity I could have asked for. The memory foam bed was wonderful. My only regret is that I didn’t stay longer.
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Michelle
Oct 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
If you’re ever going to be in the Watkins Glen/Seneca Lake area you have to stay here. Amazingly comfortable, clean and leaves you feeling like you’re at a luxurious hotel with a small town feel. Right on the Main Street of town and within walking distance to great restaurants and attractions. Love the ease of check in and getting your room assignment. Quiet and safe. Can’t wait to go back!
If you’re ever going to be in the Watkins Glen/Seneca Lake area you have to stay here. Amazingly comfortable, clean and leaves you feeling like you’re at a luxurious hotel with a small town feel. Right on the Main Street of town and within walking distance to great restaurants and attractions. Love the ease of check in and getting your room assignment. Quiet and safe. Can’t wait to go back!
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Alyson
Aug 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a very comfortable stay. Super clean, beautiful bath and shower, nice living area. We loved the contactless check in and check out, though when we had a question or wanted to let the hotel know about something it was hard to get a hold of them. Overall, we loved it here and would stay again next time we are in WG.
We had a very comfortable stay. Super clean, beautiful bath and shower, nice living area. We loved the contactless check in and check out, though when we had a question or wanted to let the hotel know about something it was hard to get a hold of them. Overall, we loved it here and would stay again next time we are in WG.
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Daniel
Aug 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
great location, super neat and clean property.
great location, super neat and clean property.
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Bill
Jul 18, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel in a perfect location. Our room was enormous as was the bathroom. We could not have been happier with our experience
Great hotel in a perfect location. Our room was enormous as was the bathroom. We could not have been happier with our experience
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Maura
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The Benjamin is a wonderful place to stay if visiting Watkins Glen. You can walk to the gorgeous Watkins Glen park hike and restaurants. Beautiful big rooms and bathrooms. Perfect for 4 couples traveling together.
The Benjamin is a wonderful place to stay if visiting Watkins Glen. You can walk to the gorgeous Watkins Glen park hike and restaurants. Beautiful big rooms and bathrooms. Perfect for 4 couples traveling together.
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Kim
Jul 10, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
I can not say enough about the level of thought that went into the design and maintenance of this boutique hotel! Customer service was exemplary, the unit was extremely clean & well equipped, the location couldn't have been better, and the feel of the unit was luxurious yet comfortable. We will definitely be booking again.
I can not say enough about the level of thought that went into the design and maintenance of this boutique hotel! Customer service was exemplary, the unit was extremely clean & well equipped, the location couldn't have been better, and the feel of the unit was luxurious yet comfortable. We will definitely be booking again.
FAQs about The Benjamin Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is centrally located in Watkins Glen, steps from The Tasting Room and within a 5-minute walk of Seneca Harbor. It is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Watkins Glen State Park and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Hector Falls.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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There is no front desk at this property. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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