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Best Western Gateway Adirondack Inn
175 N Genesee St
Utica, New York

Red Roof Inn Utica
20 Weaver Road
Utica, New York

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Utica
23 Wells Ave
Utica, New York

Hotel Utica, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
102 Lafayette Street
Utica, New York

Hampton Inn Utica
172 - 180 North Genesee Street
Utica, New York

Rosemont Inn Bed and Breakfast
1423 Genesee Street
Utica, New York

Radisson Hotel Utica Centre
200 Genesee St
Utica, New York

Days Inn Utica
150 N Genesee St
Utica, New York


Hotel Tips

Ask to be shown a room before you check-in which signals the front desk agent to show the best room available to sell it right away. This can put you in the best room available at that time and gives you the ability to check for cleanliness, smells and sounds before transacting with the hotel.

Bring an actual credit card to avoid deposits and pre-authorizations consuming money in your checking account which will reduce your available balance. Hotels that accept paper cash often ask for a hefty deposit to cover potential damages in your room leaving you scrambling to find an ATM.

Ask to be placed opposite of any roadways. Road noise can be a constant source of pollution which may not be a noticeable problem during the day but reveals itself at night. Don't be afraid to request a room change to get a better sleep.



Things To Do

Utica has that special dining venue and you are sure to find something to please with numerous meals served to satisfy each palette. A wide variety of restaurants and delis are available to choose from with a nice selection of entrees and especially desserts.

Utica shopping is better than online shopping so that you can touch, feel, smell and taste as an experience with an item before deciding to purchase it for yourself or as a gift. Local merchants have hand selected their inventory to provide a unique selection for your downtown.

Utica is the place to buy jewelry offered by downtown merchants with a wide variety of lovely earrings, necklaces, bracelets and of course diamond rings. You are sure to find the top artisan brands and jewelry maker that brings a special touch to each piece offered.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Tim Dygert
Very cool stores.

Taylor Stainbrook
I've never been to Spicewood but my sisters and I will be coming on June 2nd for a sister vacay weekend.

Kimberly Carter
Becuz it's fun

Jolette Kosier
We are coming to Anoka this weekend we would like to see what this area has to see and enjoy.

Christie
Downtown Salem is getting better and better - love the small businesses!


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