'Toga hotel options

[-BT-]

i know its late in the year to be looking, but i got the itch. My birthday is next Saturday and what better way to spend it then to head up to the spa. I was wondering if i could get a little feedback on some hotels in the area. Keep in mind that im just looking for a place to throw my bags in, nothing special... doubtful i remember the room im in once i get out of the cab after the first night

couple of prospects:
Saratoga Lake Motel $90 per night
The Design Motel
The Olde Stone House Round Lake, NY
Thorobred Motel
Hill View Cottages Diamond Point, NY $89 per night

anyone have any feedback on any of these? B/c im not willing to shell out $200 per night by myself just to use a room as a closet

any suggestions?

-bt-

[ELA]

Originally Posted by -BT-

i know its late in the year to be looking, but i got the itch. My birthday is next Saturday and what better way to spend it then to head up to the spa. I was wondering if i could get a little feedback on some hotels in the area. Keep in mind that im just looking for a place to throw my bags in, nothing special... doubtful i remember the room im in once i get out of the cab after the first night

couple of prospects:
Saratoga Lake Motel $90 per night
The Design Motel
The Olde Stone House Round Lake, NY
Thorobred Motel
Hill View Cottages Diamond Point, NY $89 per night

anyone have any feedback on any of these? B/c im not willing to shell out $200 per night by myself just to use a room as a closet

any suggestions?

-bt-

Do not -- let me repeat -- DO NOT stay at the Saratoga Lake Motel. Check out the reviews on the web. I had a friend stay there once and he's never been the same since, LOL. The Thorobred and Design -- I've passed by but can't offer any advice. I would check out both websites and the reviews on the web.

Even if you are just looking for a place to crash -- you still need to be careful.

Eric

[31lengths]

how far is it from Albany to Saratoga. Looking to book a package for 3 days.
Is Albany the closest airport and do they have a shuttle to the track.
Anyone?

[Storm Cadet]

Depending on where in Albany you stay...25-35 minutes away. and NO SHUTTLES!

[ELA]

call it about a 1/2 hour. Albany is the closest (major) airport. As far as a shuttle, I have no idea. I guess you'd have to check with the individual hotels. Good luck.

Eric

[Storm Cadet]

Where are you staying?

[31lengths]

Originally Posted by Storm Cadet

Where are you staying?

I dont have a place yet. I am weighing my options since this is a last minute thing. I'd like to go when Sumwon runs but not sure when that is. I only plan on staying 3 days at the longest.

Ive checked out some packages from the usual internet travel site and the packages range from $420-$620 (not including a rental car.) depending on when I go.
Thanks for everyones input. Keep 'em coming if ya have any other ideas.

[Unstable]

I checked out the public transportation - train and bus from Albany. Everything arrives after the first post time and leaves before the last race goes off. They sure don't make it convenient for the horseplayer.

[Unstable]

I just checked out the Albany Airport website.

http://www.albanyairport.com/3/ground/bus.html

NORTH DEPARTURES
10:35 am Clifton Park, Saratoga Racino, Saratoga,
Glens Falls, Queensbury, Great Escape,
Lake George, Bolton Landing

12:10 pm Saratoga, Glens Falls, Lake George
Warrensburg, Chestertown, Pottersville,
Schroon Lake

If you have a place in Saratoga, these might work for you. Don't know anything about return trips.

I decided to stay at the Comfort Inn near the Albany Airport and drive to Saratoga each morning. It's not the most convenient arrangement, but it's more convenient than not going at all.