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The Benjamin Hotel

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Located close to The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor, The Benjamin Hotel provides a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Kitchen

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Studio Suite, City View

A bedroom with a large bed, a leather sofa, wooden flooring, and a view of a building through large windows.

Luxury Studio Suite, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a brick wall, a large bed with multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Luxury Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with green and white bedding, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wooden bench, and a window with a view of a brick wall.

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, a brown leather sofa, a desk with chairs, and a painting of a landscape.

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Watkins Glen, The Benjamin Hotel is in the city center. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Hector Falls. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Visit our Watkins Glen travel guide
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223-1 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

What's nearby

  • A wooden building with large windows and a deck.
    The Tasting Room
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A white boat named 'Esperanza Rose' docked at a pier with a forested hill in the background.
    Seneca Lake
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a building with a sign, and a forested hill in the background.
    Seneca Harbor
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A canyon with a waterfall and a river.
    Watkins Glen State Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Watkins Glen Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    12 min walk
  • Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill
    5 min walk
  • Jerlando's Ristorante
    1 min walk
  • Burger King
    10 min walk
  • Arby's
    14 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • J.R. Dill Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Accessibility

  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 70-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Benjamin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Benjamin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Benjamin Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Benjamin Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Watkins Glen, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor. Watkins Glen State Park and Hector Falls are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Benjamin Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Place was in a great location to walk to restaurants, shopping and the waterfalls. The room was incredible, from design to space and size. The bathroom will take your breath away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No complaints! Lovely property and great location. Room was spacious and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The decor was amazing. So modern and so comfortable!!!!!! Plus the view of Main Street was great and interesting!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was amazing! You could bring your groceries here for a week and never have to leave your room, and the room was beautiful! So big!!! If you do decide to leave, its location is excellent! Walking distance to many bars and shops and Watkins Glen State Park which is a must visit! We would definitely recommend the Benjamin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing stay at The Benjamin. The room was comfortable, and the property has been beautifully renovated with real attention to detail. The bathroom was spacious and spotless, and there were so many thoughtful touches that made our stay feel special. Located right in the heart of town, the location couldn’t be better. We loved it and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing stay here! The hotel was spacious, spotless, and had a beautiful modern design. You can tell they put a lot of thought into every detail. We loved all the little extras, especially the complimentary snacks and the bath bombs. They made the stay feel so welcoming and luxurious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location easy parking even for winter. State park close.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was beautiful, right in the center of town. Was the perfect trip and it allowed us to relax in the room with a lot of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and spacious spot which has recently been beautifully renovated. Plus, it’s located right in the heart of town. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and easy checking and check out
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely loved this hotel. The room was beautiful and the location was super convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nicely appointed room, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was immaculate with all the amenities you found need. Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Well stocked and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay! The room was beautiful and pristine. The location was perfect. I highly recommend The Benjamin Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean and quiet and provided so many amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Whenever I come to Watkins Glenn I will only stay at this property from here on out. Perfect location, everything I forgot was provided in the room, and haunt the bar downstairs was perfect. I would highly suggest this to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is by far one of our favorite stays. Everything was clean, anything we could've needed was there, and the communication was quick and flawless. Walking distance to so much. We already plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, charming interior. Walkable to local restaurants and State Park. Nice to stay in an independent hotel with all the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great place. Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this room and will use this hotel again when we come back to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and spacious , modern and immaculate room. Good location near many places to eat, the state park and Seneca Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025