Nightshade Inn & Gardens
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US$112
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About this property
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Amenities
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Camillus, Nightshade Inn & Gardens is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Camillus Erie Canal Park and Camillus Forest Unique Area. This motel is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Syracuse University and 14.3 mi (23 km) from JMA Wireless Dome.
What's nearby
Camillus Erie Canal Park(2.6 Miles)
Camillus Forest Unique Area(4 Miles)
Charlie Major Nature Trail(8.3 Miles)
Kegs Canalside(8.4 Miles)
New York State Fairgrounds(9.3 Miles)
State Park at the Fair(9.4 Miles)
John D. Barrow Art Gallery(9.5 Miles)
Bishop Guppy Farm Trailhead(9.5 Miles)
Burnet Park(9.5 Miles)
SCA Bog Trailhead(9.6 Miles)
Empire Expo Center(9.7 Miles)
Clift Park(9.7 Miles)
Shotwell Memorial Park(9.8 Miles)
Lake Onondaga(9.9 Miles)
Skaneateles Historical Society(9.9 Miles)
Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR)(17.2 Miles)
Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County)(46.9 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Free parking
Outdoor Furniture
Location
2382 West Genesee Turnpike, Camillus, New York, United States of America
Camillus Erie Canal Park (2.6 Miles)
Camillus Forest Unique Area (4 Miles)
Charlie Major Nature Trail (8.3 Miles)
Kegs Canalside (8.4 Miles)
New York State Fairgrounds (9.3 Miles)
State Park at the Fair (9.4 Miles)
Room options
1
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 2
200 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews
9.2
Superb
Based on 313 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe Nightshade Inn & Gardens as a modest roadside motel with recently updated interiors, exceptionally clean rooms and bathrooms, and warm, accommodating owners who add thoughtful touches like in-room snacks, bottled water, and simple coffee-and-pastry offerings.
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Travellers describe Nightshade Inn & Gardens as a modest roadside motel with recently updated interiors, exceptionally clean rooms and bathrooms, and warm, accommodating owners who add thoughtful touches like in-room snacks, bottled water, and simple coffee-and-pastry offerings.
Many find the location convenient for Syracuse and Skaneateles, quiet and safe despite being on Route 5. Some mention small rooms and an older exterior; a few note occasional heater noise, cold bathroom floors, or spotty Wi-Fi/TV sign-in, and isolated concerns about odor, door security, or insects. Expect a no-frills stay with personable service and solid value.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic, with drive-up parking, in-room fridge/microwave, and a lobby coffee station with light grab-and-go items; Wi-Fi/TV access can be spotty, and one guest suggested an additional interior door lock.
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Jeanine
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
10
maggie
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I enjoyed my stay. The location was a bit remote but not too far from our destinations. It had a little bit of a retro feel because it appeared to have some of what i guessed was interior features from long ago. The staff was nice. I loved the jazzy continental breakfast lobby experience. Would stay again.
I enjoyed my stay. The location was a bit remote but not too far from our destinations. It had a little bit of a retro feel because it appeared to have some of what i guessed was interior features from long ago. The staff was nice. I loved the jazzy continental breakfast lobby experience. Would stay again.
8
Natalie
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
6
brittany
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
10
Leonora
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed with my 2 little ones and felt so lucky to find such a clean comfortable place to stay. Owners are so welcoming and have it loaded with extras upon entering room with snacks and waters. Everything is spotless. In the morning they have a coffee bar with muffins and oatmeal. Highly recommend.
Stayed with my 2 little ones and felt so lucky to find such a clean comfortable place to stay. Owners are so welcoming and have it loaded with extras upon entering room with snacks and waters. Everything is spotless. In the morning they have a coffee bar with muffins and oatmeal. Highly recommend.
10
Paula J
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very nice, convenient hotel. Perfect for my needs. Water in room, along with fruit and snacks, makes for a homey touch. Staff is very friendly, and the cost is fair.
This is a very nice, convenient hotel. Perfect for my needs. Water in room, along with fruit and snacks, makes for a homey touch. Staff is very friendly, and the cost is fair.
10
Rebecca
8 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, well maintained, clean, affordable and the staff member was friendly. My only concern was that the interior of the main door to the room did not have another layer of safety, which would be a lock from the inside only.The door only has a deadbolt, so anyone with a spare key or ability topic the lock would be able to enter. I would suggest an inside bar lock. Otherwise it was a great place and we would stay again.
Great location, well maintained, clean, affordable and the staff member was friendly. My only concern was that the interior of the main door to the room did not have another layer of safety, which would be a lock from the inside only.The door only has a deadbolt, so anyone with a spare key or ability topic the lock would be able to enter. I would suggest an inside bar lock. Otherwise it was a great place and we would stay again.
10
Sara
31 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were very hospitable. Although breakfast was not listed as an amenity, the hotel staff provided fruit, granola bars and muffins. The rooms are clean.
The staff were very hospitable. Although breakfast was not listed as an amenity, the hotel staff provided fruit, granola bars and muffins. The rooms are clean.
8
Vince
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very quaint and charming roadside inn with drive up to the door parking. Comfortable accomodations with a large bathroom. Fruit/snack provided in room upon check in. Quick to go continental bfast available in the office at checkout. If checking in after hours, (after 9p), arrangements need made with the staff. This information was not on Expedia. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
A very quaint and charming roadside inn with drive up to the door parking. Comfortable accomodations with a large bathroom. Fruit/snack provided in room upon check in. Quick to go continental bfast available in the office at checkout. If checking in after hours, (after 9p), arrangements need made with the staff. This information was not on Expedia. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
10
Jason
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Do not let the outside appearance deceive you--it is obvious that a lot of personal effort has been put into making the rooms clean, comfortable, and functional. We appreciated the firm beds, excellent bedding (worlds better than most at similar motels), larger refrigerator and ceiling fan. Road noise was negligible. Felt the sense of hospitality when checking in and appreciated the welcome snacks in the room. Would definitely stay again.
Do not let the outside appearance deceive you--it is obvious that a lot of personal effort has been put into making the rooms clean, comfortable, and functional. We appreciated the firm beds, excellent bedding (worlds better than most at similar motels), larger refrigerator and ceiling fan. Road noise was negligible. Felt the sense of hospitality when checking in and appreciated the welcome snacks in the room. Would definitely stay again.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a strong point across reviews, with many calling rooms and bathrooms spotless and recently refreshed; however, a few guests reported musty odors or minor lapses.
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Carole
15 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Last minute reservation, welcoming people. Nice motel in beautiful tree serting. Room is very clean, feels like home,,with fruit and snacks. Nicely renovated.
Last minute reservation, welcoming people. Nice motel in beautiful tree serting. Room is very clean, feels like home,,with fruit and snacks. Nicely renovated.
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Jan
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
8
Bruce
14 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant overnight stay. Rooms have been updated and maintained very well. Very clean! A real bargain for the price. One minor issue was the 3 knock noise that the heater made each time it activated. Quite annoying. A friend who also stayed as the same did not have the same issue. Despite the issue that I had I would stay here again.
Very pleasant overnight stay. Rooms have been updated and maintained very well. Very clean! A real bargain for the price. One minor issue was the 3 knock noise that the heater made each time it activated. Quite annoying. A friend who also stayed as the same did not have the same issue. Despite the issue that I had I would stay here again.
10
james
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
nice place, very clean room, friendly staff
nice place, very clean room, friendly staff
10
Karen
7 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was exceptionally clean and the owners very friendly. I loved that they provided fresh fruit and bottled water along with the snacks in the room. The continental breakfast was nice too!
The room was exceptionally clean and the owners very friendly. I loved that they provided fresh fruit and bottled water along with the snacks in the room. The continental breakfast was nice too!
10
Dominika
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed my stay at Nightshade Inn & Gardens! The staff was accommodating and friendly, the room was exceptionally clean and comfortable and had a very “homey” feel to it. The bathroom was the same way. Will definitely recommend staying here to friends and family when visiting, and I will be staying again myself!
I really enjoyed my stay at Nightshade Inn & Gardens! The staff was accommodating and friendly, the room was exceptionally clean and comfortable and had a very “homey” feel to it. The bathroom was the same way. Will definitely recommend staying here to friends and family when visiting, and I will be staying again myself!
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Jennifer
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Floors not clean, musty smelling room, which is too bad because the staff was really nice and very welcoming.
Floors not clean, musty smelling room, which is too bad because the staff was really nice and very welcoming.
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Mark
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Cute old time motel for which the rooms have been wonderfully updated. Very clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Cute old time motel for which the rooms have been wonderfully updated. Very clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
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Marshall
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We didn’t stay. We left. The room had an odor that made my wife sick. The mattress on the bed was old and too thin. The room was also tiny. I do not understand how it was rated so highly. There were zero amenities. It’s a roadside motel that was listed on your site as a hotel
We didn’t stay. We left. The room had an odor that made my wife sick. The mattress on the bed was old and too thin. The room was also tiny. I do not understand how it was rated so highly. There were zero amenities. It’s a roadside motel that was listed on your site as a hotel
10
Meg
5 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place is a hidden gem. Not fancy but very clean, staff was friendly, complimentary snacks, water in room. The rim was spotless! Bathroom sparkling clean. I would rather have cleanliness and comfort than all the others extras. Very pleasant stay. Will recommend to family.
This place is a hidden gem. Not fancy but very clean, staff was friendly, complimentary snacks, water in room. The rim was spotless! Bathroom sparkling clean. I would rather have cleanliness and comfort than all the others extras. Very pleasant stay. Will recommend to family.
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Rooms
Rooms are updated and comfortable with modern bathrooms; several are compact, and comfort varies with mattress firmness. Guests note quiet interiors, occasional heater noise or cold bathroom floors, and sporadic Wi-Fi/TV access.
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Jeanine
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
8
Bruce
14 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant overnight stay. Rooms have been updated and maintained very well. Very clean! A real bargain for the price. One minor issue was the 3 knock noise that the heater made each time it activated. Quite annoying. A friend who also stayed as the same did not have the same issue. Despite the issue that I had I would stay here again.
Very pleasant overnight stay. Rooms have been updated and maintained very well. Very clean! A real bargain for the price. One minor issue was the 3 knock noise that the heater made each time it activated. Quite annoying. A friend who also stayed as the same did not have the same issue. Despite the issue that I had I would stay here again.
8
Jayne
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A small very clean motel in Camillus rooms were small but adequate size. Every detail was was clean .the beds are a bit soft but sleep able for a short visit The innkeeper was polite and professional.Fresh fruit and beverages were available in lobby office. Bonus!! Easy check in and easy checkout. Close to all the bigger highways.beautiful community of farms and homes .If I'm ever in the area again I will go back.
A small very clean motel in Camillus rooms were small but adequate size. Every detail was was clean .the beds are a bit soft but sleep able for a short visit The innkeeper was polite and professional.Fresh fruit and beverages were available in lobby office. Bonus!! Easy check in and easy checkout. Close to all the bigger highways.beautiful community of farms and homes .If I'm ever in the area again I will go back.
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Natalie
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
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Anthony
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean friendly environment, quiet, nice with mattress is firm if you like that. If not, may be problematic. Good AC !
Clean friendly environment, quiet, nice with mattress is firm if you like that. If not, may be problematic. Good AC !
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brittany
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
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Marshall
8 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We didn’t stay. We left. The room had an odor that made my wife sick. The mattress on the bed was old and too thin. The room was also tiny. I do not understand how it was rated so highly. There were zero amenities. It’s a roadside motel that was listed on your site as a hotel
We didn’t stay. We left. The room had an odor that made my wife sick. The mattress on the bed was old and too thin. The room was also tiny. I do not understand how it was rated so highly. There were zero amenities. It’s a roadside motel that was listed on your site as a hotel
10
Jessica
13 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
very clean and quiet, cold bathroom floor so just wear socks or slippers! Host was very nice and had complimentary snacks in the room
very clean and quiet, cold bathroom floor so just wear socks or slippers! Host was very nice and had complimentary snacks in the room
10
Gail M.
30 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The special touches in our room such as a bowl of snacks and a bowl of fresh fruits. Mints laid out just perfectly with two bottles of water. The lady that checked us in offered to have the coffee ready an hour ahead of the normal. We are older and have been in many hotels and motels. Never did we ever feel so special. The room was small and the dresser was older. But it was set up sp nice. I would stay there again.
The special touches in our room such as a bowl of snacks and a bowl of fresh fruits. Mints laid out just perfectly with two bottles of water. The lady that checked us in offered to have the coffee ready an hour ahead of the normal. We are older and have been in many hotels and motels. Never did we ever feel so special. The room was small and the dresser was older. But it was set up sp nice. I would stay there again.
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Jason
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Do not let the outside appearance deceive you--it is obvious that a lot of personal effort has been put into making the rooms clean, comfortable, and functional. We appreciated the firm beds, excellent bedding (worlds better than most at similar motels), larger refrigerator and ceiling fan. Road noise was negligible. Felt the sense of hospitality when checking in and appreciated the welcome snacks in the room. Would definitely stay again.
Do not let the outside appearance deceive you--it is obvious that a lot of personal effort has been put into making the rooms clean, comfortable, and functional. We appreciated the firm beds, excellent bedding (worlds better than most at similar motels), larger refrigerator and ceiling fan. Road noise was negligible. Felt the sense of hospitality when checking in and appreciated the welcome snacks in the room. Would definitely stay again.
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Service
Service is consistently praised as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with personal touches and attentive hosts. A few reported issues around reservation changes or a disputed refund.
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Michael
29 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My wife, daughter and I stayed 2 nights recently. It was one of the few locations available in the area because of the new york state fair. Therefore they charged us almost $300/night instead of their usual $150. On the second night, around 10pm, my 7 year old daughter stepped off of the bed and was stung by a wasp. We had no windows or doors open, not even in the bathroom so we had no idea how it got in. My daughter spent the rest of the night screaming and crying in pain. The following day i mentioned it to the manager who offered only his apologies. Later that same day another wasp was in the room which terrified my daughter. We found out there was a nest swarming with them in the awning just outside of our room. I complained to the manager who offered a refund, which he assured me he'd take care of on Monday. After trying to contact them on Monday and Tuesday, im confident that i was lied to and will not be receiving the refund in was promised. My daughter spent the next 48 hours in intermittent pain and crying throughout the night.
My wife, daughter and I stayed 2 nights recently. It was one of the few locations available in the area because of the new york state fair. Therefore they charged us almost $300/night instead of their usual $150. On the second night, around 10pm, my 7 year old daughter stepped off of the bed and was stung by a wasp. We had no windows or doors open, not even in the bathroom so we had no idea how it got in. My daughter spent the rest of the night screaming and crying in pain. The following day i mentioned it to the manager who offered only his apologies. Later that same day another wasp was in the room which terrified my daughter. We found out there was a nest swarming with them in the awning just outside of our room. I complained to the manager who offered a refund, which he assured me he'd take care of on Monday. After trying to contact them on Monday and Tuesday, im confident that i was lied to and will not be receiving the refund in was promised. My daughter spent the next 48 hours in intermittent pain and crying throughout the night.
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Jan
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
10
Joshua
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and quiet area. Staff was more than accommodating. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Very clean and quiet area. Staff was more than accommodating. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.
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Katherine
29 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I was returning to a previous ‘home’ area and have stayed here three years running. LOVE motels and really enjoy returning each summer. The owners remember you and are very personable. As an aside, I was checking in as a single female at the same time as two single males. When the owner handed me my key, he lowered his voice. I thought this was an extremely thoughtful way to behave. Thinking about any potential safety issues and my feelings was kind.
I was returning to a previous ‘home’ area and have stayed here three years running. LOVE motels and really enjoy returning each summer. The owners remember you and are very personable. As an aside, I was checking in as a single female at the same time as two single males. When the owner handed me my key, he lowered his voice. I thought this was an extremely thoughtful way to behave. Thinking about any potential safety issues and my feelings was kind.
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brittany
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
I booked this room through expedia and needed to modify the reservation upon arrival and stay one less day. Our flight into syracuse had been delayed and we were making stops along the way to dropping my son off at college. 3 other hotels were able to make the change for me with no issues. The owners at nightshade were either unwilling or unable to make the adjustment. Also, the internet was spotty during the afternoon and would not work for my laptop or the television both of the nights we stayed here. The room was fine, the owners were friendly but for our purposes it wasn’t great. We did sleep well though so that’s something.
10
John
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is great, very clean and reasonably price I will stay there again
Staff is great, very clean and reasonably price I will stay there again
10
Richard
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Owners are so nice!! We travel a lot and will definitely stay again!
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Owners are so nice!! We travel a lot and will definitely stay again!
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Brendan
10 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a great stay here. Wonderful staff provided excellent service. Five Stars!
Had a great stay here. Wonderful staff provided excellent service. Five Stars!
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Suheyla
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was so helpful, room was so clean and renovated, facility is well maintained. They put some snacks and fruits on my room which is great and thoughtful. 5 star!
Staff was so helpful, room was so clean and renovated, facility is well maintained. They put some snacks and fruits on my room which is great and thoughtful. 5 star!
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Harry
20 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Mr. Singh and staff were very accommodating.
Mr. Singh and staff were very accommodating.
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Location
Location is convenient for Syracuse, Camillus, and Skaneateles with easy highway access; many felt it was quiet and safe despite being on Route 5. A few noted it is a bit removed from central Syracuse.
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Jeanine
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
This location was close enough to the university that I could easily move between the two. I felt very safe and the room was very clean. I wish the tv had local stations. I was unable to watch live TV unless I put in my personal information which did make me comfortable.
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William
5 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was clean, room was clean. Close to Skaneateles.
Property was clean, room was clean. Close to Skaneateles.
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Jan
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
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Jayne
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A small very clean motel in Camillus rooms were small but adequate size. Every detail was was clean .the beds are a bit soft but sleep able for a short visit The innkeeper was polite and professional.Fresh fruit and beverages were available in lobby office. Bonus!! Easy check in and easy checkout. Close to all the bigger highways.beautiful community of farms and homes .If I'm ever in the area again I will go back.
A small very clean motel in Camillus rooms were small but adequate size. Every detail was was clean .the beds are a bit soft but sleep able for a short visit The innkeeper was polite and professional.Fresh fruit and beverages were available in lobby office. Bonus!! Easy check in and easy checkout. Close to all the bigger highways.beautiful community of farms and homes .If I'm ever in the area again I will go back.
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Natalie
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
Just a roadside motel, but very clean and fine for an overnight if you just need a place to sleep and shower. The bathroom was bright and spacious, the shower was nice and hot. The bed was a little uncomfortable for me, but my husband thought it was fine. There was a nice sized refrigerator in the room and a keurig in the lobby. A gas station/convenience store is right down the road and the village of Camillus is a short drive. If you are not looking for a full service hotel, I would recommend the Nightshade. Quiet, safe and clean.
10
Paula J
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nightshade is my go-to hotel for visiting Central NY. Close to Syracuse, clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being on Rt 5. The owners are very friendly and always leave snacks in the room. Affordable as well. Give them a visit if you are in the area.
Nightshade is my go-to hotel for visiting Central NY. Close to Syracuse, clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being on Rt 5. The owners are very friendly and always leave snacks in the room. Affordable as well. Give them a visit if you are in the area.
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Jeffrey
7 Nov 2023
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Stayed here for Syracuse Parents weekend. Nice place, excellent host. A little removed from Syracuse. Loved the goodie basket in the room. Also loved eating in downtown Camilus at Second Chance Diner
Stayed here for Syracuse Parents weekend. Nice place, excellent host. A little removed from Syracuse. Loved the goodie basket in the room. Also loved eating in downtown Camilus at Second Chance Diner
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Karla
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nightshade Gardens was just what we needed on our road trip from Vermont to Ohio: reasonably priced, conveniently located along our route, updated, clean and comfortable with friendly, welcoming staff.
Nightshade Gardens was just what we needed on our road trip from Vermont to Ohio: reasonably priced, conveniently located along our route, updated, clean and comfortable with friendly, welcoming staff.
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Nicole
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Nightshade Inn offered a comfortable stay that was very clean and conveniently located just outside of Syracuse.
The Nightshade Inn offered a comfortable stay that was very clean and conveniently located just outside of Syracuse.
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Paula J
14 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My stay was 1 night, for a family event and it was a good choice. A bit old fashioned, which I found charming. Owners were very friendly, room was clean and comfortable, with fruit, snacks & bottled water left for me! The price was great too, and while Rt 5 is very busy, the location was perfect for my needs. Will definitely book again when I need to come to town.
My stay was 1 night, for a family event and it was a good choice. A bit old fashioned, which I found charming. Owners were very friendly, room was clean and comfortable, with fruit, snacks & bottled water left for me! The price was great too, and while Rt 5 is very busy, the location was perfect for my needs. Will definitely book again when I need to come to town.
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Dining
Dining is limited to simple offerings: complimentary fruit, snacks, and bottled water in rooms, plus coffee and light pastries or muffins in the office. There is no mention of a full on-site restaurant.
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Mary
17 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a pleasant stay at the Nightshade Inn from arrival to checkout. The room was clean and comfortable, with extra touches like fresh fruit and bottled water. We stayed here based on Expedia guest reviews, which were very accurate. The price was reasonable and the location was safe and easy to find. Highly recommend this locally run business.
We had a pleasant stay at the Nightshade Inn from arrival to checkout. The room was clean and comfortable, with extra touches like fresh fruit and bottled water. We stayed here based on Expedia guest reviews, which were very accurate. The price was reasonable and the location was safe and easy to find. Highly recommend this locally run business.
10
Jan
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
My daughter & I wanted to visit Skaneateles. Nightshade was just a 10-15 minute drive. Looks like 1950s motel from the road, but very cute, clean & well kept. Our room was as nice or even nicer than some upscale, expensive places I’ve stayed. Very clean, sleek & stylish. The bathroom was gorgeous! Looked recently remodeled. There was bottled water & bowls of snacks & fresh fruit in our room, which I thought was a very nice touch. Coffee, tea, fruit & pastries were available each morning in the office. The owner, Sing, was very friendly & accomodating. I will definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
8
John
15 May 2023
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Nice, family-owned spot. Quiet. I liked it, and the real strength coffee available every morning.
Nice, family-owned spot. Quiet. I liked it, and the real strength coffee available every morning.
10
Graham
18 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room is very clean and looks newly decorated. The manager was very helpful and pleasant. We had a welcome basket of fruit, cookies and granola bars in the room. All in all an excellent experience, I would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
The room is very clean and looks newly decorated. The manager was very helpful and pleasant. We had a welcome basket of fruit, cookies and granola bars in the room. All in all an excellent experience, I would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
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Karen
7 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was exceptionally clean and the owners very friendly. I loved that they provided fresh fruit and bottled water along with the snacks in the room. The continental breakfast was nice too!
The room was exceptionally clean and the owners very friendly. I loved that they provided fresh fruit and bottled water along with the snacks in the room. The continental breakfast was nice too!
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Leonora
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed with my 2 little ones and felt so lucky to find such a clean comfortable place to stay. Owners are so welcoming and have it loaded with extras upon entering room with snacks and waters. Everything is spotless. In the morning they have a coffee bar with muffins and oatmeal. Highly recommend.
Stayed with my 2 little ones and felt so lucky to find such a clean comfortable place to stay. Owners are so welcoming and have it loaded with extras upon entering room with snacks and waters. Everything is spotless. In the morning they have a coffee bar with muffins and oatmeal. Highly recommend.
10
Sara
31 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were very hospitable. Although breakfast was not listed as an amenity, the hotel staff provided fruit, granola bars and muffins. The rooms are clean.
The staff were very hospitable. Although breakfast was not listed as an amenity, the hotel staff provided fruit, granola bars and muffins. The rooms are clean.
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Vince
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very quaint and charming roadside inn with drive up to the door parking. Comfortable accomodations with a large bathroom. Fruit/snack provided in room upon check in. Quick to go continental bfast available in the office at checkout. If checking in after hours, (after 9p), arrangements need made with the staff. This information was not on Expedia. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
A very quaint and charming roadside inn with drive up to the door parking. Comfortable accomodations with a large bathroom. Fruit/snack provided in room upon check in. Quick to go continental bfast available in the office at checkout. If checking in after hours, (after 9p), arrangements need made with the staff. This information was not on Expedia. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
10
Gail M.
30 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The special touches in our room such as a bowl of snacks and a bowl of fresh fruits. Mints laid out just perfectly with two bottles of water. The lady that checked us in offered to have the coffee ready an hour ahead of the normal. We are older and have been in many hotels and motels. Never did we ever feel so special. The room was small and the dresser was older. But it was set up sp nice. I would stay there again.
The special touches in our room such as a bowl of snacks and a bowl of fresh fruits. Mints laid out just perfectly with two bottles of water. The lady that checked us in offered to have the coffee ready an hour ahead of the normal. We are older and have been in many hotels and motels. Never did we ever feel so special. The room was small and the dresser was older. But it was set up sp nice. I would stay there again.
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Claudia
29 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Even had fresh fruit in room! In a.m., in the office, fresh brewed coffee and tea bags (hot water) available with danish, bananas, and cinnamon rolls. Close to doing events in Syracuse such as NYS Fair and visiting family.
Even had fresh fruit in room! In a.m., in the office, fresh brewed coffee and tea bags (hot water) available with danish, bananas, and cinnamon rolls. Close to doing events in Syracuse such as NYS Fair and visiting family.
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Maria
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean room perfect for a one night stay. Owners are very thoughtful, leaving snacks and water for late night arrivals.
Nice and clean room perfect for a one night stay. Owners are very thoughtful, leaving snacks and water for late night arrivals.
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Kevin
14 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable room
Comfortable room
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Don
13 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We were very impressed with the cleanliness of our room and the very friendly woman who checked us in. There were even snacks and fruit in the room for us. We would definitely stay there again.
We were very impressed with the cleanliness of our room and the very friendly woman who checked us in. There were even snacks and fruit in the room for us. We would definitely stay there again.
10
Louis
22 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great little motel, convenient location, very clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Great little motel, convenient location, very clean. Would definitely stay there again.
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George
20 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
My stay here was a great experience. Check in was quick and easy and was able to check in an hour early. Room was clean. Parking right outside your door. They had snacks and water in the room this was awesome. I will stay here again when I come back
My stay here was a great experience. Check in was quick and easy and was able to check in an hour early. Room was clean. Parking right outside your door. They had snacks and water in the room this was awesome. I will stay here again when I come back
FAQs about Nightshade Inn & Gardens
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Camillus, within a 10-minute drive of Camillus Erie Canal Park and Camillus Forest Unique Area. It is approximately 13.9 miles from Syracuse University and 9.3 miles from New York State Fairgrounds.
What are the 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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- 2026-09-25: 193.03142760375977USD
- 2026-09-26: 192.8814755493164USD
- 2026-09-27: 111.27968918701173USD
- 2026-09-28: 111.83996124847413USD
- 2026-09-29: 135.818084251709USD
- 2026-09-30: 135.92254828216554USD
- 2026-10-01: 147.52859396972656USD
- 2026-10-02: 170.40500000793458USD
- 2026-10-03: 181.6082180395508USD
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- 2026-10-10: 226.15229331848144USD
- 2026-10-11: 124.49934747070313USD
- 2026-10-12: 124.49934747070313USD
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- 2026-10-22: 124.49934747070313USD
- 2026-10-23: 170.40500000793458USD
- 2026-10-24: 181.8415837689209USD
- 2026-10-25: 112.07845608734131USD
- 2026-10-26: 111.93453467529297USD
- 2026-10-27: 136.09527498321535USD
- 2026-10-28: 147.5318499914551USD
- 2026-10-29: 136.09527498321535USD
- 2026-10-30: 181.8415837689209USD
- 2026-10-31: 181.8415837689209USD
- 2026-11-01: 101.73248205596924USD
- 2026-11-02: 101.78554120574951USD
- 2026-11-03: 122.2161322555542USD
- 2026-11-04: 122.36876265045166USD
- 2026-11-05: 101.65294584777833USD
- 2026-11-06: 170.40500000793458USD
- 2026-11-07: 170.18502598083498USD
- 2026-11-08: 111.93453467529297USD
- 2026-11-09: 112.07845608734131USD
- 2026-11-10: 124.65869122222901USD
- 2026-11-11: 101.78554120574951USD
- 2026-11-12: 101.78554120574951USD
- 2026-11-13: 147.5318499914551USD
- 2026-11-14: 147.5318499914551USD
- 2026-11-15: 112.07845608734131USD
- 2026-11-16: 112.07845608734131USD
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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