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VisitRochester wants your business—we believe Rochester can meet all your convention needs and that we have the professional expertise and tools to make it happen. Perhaps you’ve not thought about bringing a meeting or convention to Rochester—one phone call will connect you to the right people to make your meeting or convention a success. The VisitRochester team will take care of all the details.

From our award-winning Rochester Riverside Convention Center to top-notch lodging facilities, to our world class museums and attractions, Rochester has everything you’ll need to produce a first-class event—including VisitRochester‘s professional convention staff to assist you.

Every meeting or convention held in Rochester is given VIP treatment. Attention to detail is a hallmark of our customized convention services. Whether it’s a site inspection, pre-convention promotional materials (video, images, personalized promotional flyers, etc.), delegate housing and reg-istration assistance, professional hospitality staffing, assistance with local media, spouse tours, or an online services directory, the VisitRochester convention sales and services team is ready to help.

The area has much to offer. Meeting and convention attendees can take advantage of our abundant community assets including over 11 colleges and universities, rich cultural resources, unique off-site meeting venues, and yes, more per capita golf holes than any other city its size.

Additionally, Rochester is easily accessible from the New York State Thruway, Amtrak, and Greater Rochester International Airport.

Rochester’s rich entrepreneurial history is reflected today in emerg-ing technologies in such fields as optics, fuel cell, engineering, medical research, and education. Our strong faith community continues to draw faith-based meetings and conventions from across the United States and beyond.

In fact, Rochester continues to host successful meetings and conven-tions in these fields—as well as others. Why not? We have a wealth of top notch speakers on these subjects (and many more), right here in our community.

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As mentioned, our convention sales and services team is always ready to accommodate your meeting needs. Information on meeting planning in Rochester is also available on our website, www.meetinrochester.com.

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A valuable resource for any organization that uses hospitality services

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We hope this guide serves as a useful tool for selecting meeting, convention and

hospitality facilities in the Albany-Saratoga, Buffalo Niagara, Rochester and Syracuse-Central New York areas.

We compiled this guide by offering hoteliers and the owners of meeting and banquet facilities in the four regions the opportunity to provide detailed information about their properties and services.

This collaborative publication has a readership of more than 200,000 and is a supplement in The Business Review in Albany; Business First in the Buffalo Niagara area; the Rochester Business Journal; and the Central New York Business Journal, serving Syracuse, the Mohawk Valley and Greater Binghamton.

We’d especially like to thank our sponsor: Visit Rochester.

We welcome your comments.

For more information, contact:

■ The Business Review in AlbanyEditorial: Mike Hendricks - (518) 640-6809Sales: Carolyn Jones, Publisher - (518) 640-6802

■ Business First in BuffaloEditorial: Jeff Wright - (716) 541-1620Sales: Shelley Rohauer - (716) 541-1622

■ Rochester Business JournalEditorial: Paul Ericson - (585) 546-8303 ext. 110Sales: Ray Schey - (585) 546-8303 ext. 150

■ Central New York Business Journal Editorial: Adam Rombel - (315) 579-3902Sales: Mary Eisert-LaMacchia - (315) 579-3907

Albany 5 Buffalo 15 Rochester 26 Central New York 38■ Hotels

Albany area ............................................................. 8Buffalo Niagara .....................................................18Rochester area .....................................................29Central New York region .....................................40

■ Conference CentersAlbany area ...........................................................13Buffalo Niagara .....................................................22Rochester area .....................................................33Central New York region .....................................45

■ Meeting & Banquet FacilitiesAlbany area ...........................................................14Buffalo Niagara .....................................................24Rochester area .....................................................34Central New York region .....................................45

■ ResortsAlbany area ...........................................................14Buffalo Niagara .....................................................25Rochester area .....................................................34Central New York region .....................................44

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New York’s Capital Region is known as the center of state government, but

its history, arts and entertainment ven-ues, diverse restaurant scene, growing technology sector and elite educational institutions also distinguish it as a prime business destination.

The four-county area, mostly sand-wiched between the Hudson and Mohawk rivers, and its four most-visited cities—Albany, Saratoga Springs, Sche-nectady and Troy—has hotel, conference and convention space for groups of all sizes (See listings beginning on page 8).

A few of the more popular entertain-ment venues include the Times Union Center and The Egg in Albany, historic Proctors in Schenectady, Saratoga Per-forming Arts Center in Saratoga Springs and the landmark Troy Savings Bank Music Hall in Troy.

The region is attracting more inter-

national visitors—and permanent resi-dents—as its tech sector grows. Many come to work at the prestigious College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering at the University at Albany, and at Glo-balFoundries. The computer chip maker is building a $4.6 billion manufacturing plant in southern Saratoga County, about 25 miles north of Albany.

GlobalFoundries employment will grow from the current 1,110 workers to 1,400 by 2014. CNSE, meanwhile, employs 2,500, many of whom work for private, international companies that share research space at—and collabo-rate with—the nanocollege.

“Diversity is taking on a whole new meaning for us. ” said Michele Vennard, CEO of the Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Albany attracted $786 million in tour-ism revenue in 2010, or half of the $1.5 billion generated from all of Albany

County and five surrounding counties.“We’re a mature destination that’s

been well located for 400 years. Once we get people here, it’s really an easy sell,” Vennard said.

Mark E. Baker, president of the Sara-toga City Center Authority, echoed those sentiments.

Saratoga Springs, already a draw because of its iconic Saratoga Race Course and summer thoroughbred sea-son, continues to cement itself as a year-round destination, he said.

“Conferences tell us their numbers go up because attendees are familiar with Saratoga,” Baker said.

This city’s historic downtown is lined with casual and fine dining restaurants, boutiques and specialty shops.

“This community was built on hos-pitality, and we continue to be a hospi-table host,” Baker said. “We’re a very attractive package.”

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■ The region at a glanceFour core counties: Albany, Rensselaer,

Saratoga, SchenectadyPopulation: 848,000Major employers: Albany Medical

Center, Golub Corp., General Electric Co., St. Peter’s Health Partners, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, GlobalFoundries, University at Albany, College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Stewart’s Shops Corp.

Median income: $44,000

A view of downtown Saratoga Springs, above. Top, the Albany skyline is dominated by the office towers of the Empire State Plaza.

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Albany–Saratoga ■ Empire State Plaza Convention

Center (above)Empire State Plaza, Albany, N.Y. 12223518-474-4759ogs.ny.gov/ESP

Built: Between 1965 and 1978Owner: State of New York, operated by

Office of General Services Leasable space: 150,000 square feetNo. of rooms: 8Largest room holds: 1,750 for banquets,

2,600 theater styleSpecial accommodations/features:

The Egg, a two theater complex, one with 982-seats, the other with 450; panoramic view of Albany’s skyline; glass-enclosed observation deck in 42-story Corning Tower; opens on to Concourse, a plaza with shops, restaurants, underground parking

■ Saratoga City Center522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866518-584-0027saratogacitycenter.org

Opened: 1984Owner: City of Saratoga Springs, leased to

City Center AuthorityAttached to: 250-room Saratoga HiltonLeasable space: 32,000 square feet

(added 12,000 square feet in 2011)Hosted conferences: Foundation for

Long Term Care; NYS School Business Officials; Speech, Language and Hearing Association; Sematech; NYS Library Association, NYS Nurses Association

Return bookings: 80 percentBooked for 2012: GE Global Research;

NYS Athletic Administrators; Biomass Alliance; Empire State College; NYS School Superintendents; NYS Nurse Practitioners

Largest room: 20,000 square feetHolds: 800 for banquet or 2,200 theater

style, with capacity for four break-out rooms

Special accommodations/features: The two new rooms—one 6,000 square feet and the other 5,500 square feet, have flexible uses and windows that overlook Saratoga’s historic downtown

2011 Conference bookings: Up 33 percent from 2010

■ The Capital Region after hours Where to go once the day’s business is done

What Where More… Website

Annual thoroughbred meet

Saratoga Race Course July 30-Sept. 3 nyra.com/saratoga

Times Union Center Downtown Albany Hosts A-list entertainers, major sporting events

timesunioncenter-albany.com

Proctors Schenectady Historic theater proctors.org

Albany Symphony Various venues David Alan Miller, director

albanysymphony.com

Palace Theatre Downtown Albany Big-name entertainers palacealbany.com

Troy Music Hall Downtown Troy Historic music theater troymusichall.org

Crossgates Guilderland Shopping mall shopcrossgates.com

Colonie Center Colonie Shopping mall shopatcoloniecenter.com

Saratoga National Golf Club

Saratoga Springs Golf course golfsaratoga.com

New York State Museum Downtown Albany Museum, exhibits nysm.nysed.gov

■ Booking an event? Start here …

Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau 518-434-1217 albany.org

Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce 518-431-1400 acchamber.org

Colonie Chamber of Commerce 518-785-6995 coloniechamber.org

I Love NY 1-800-CALL-NYS iloveny.com

Rensselaer County Chamber of Commerce 518-274-7020 renscochamber.com

The Chamber of Schenectady County 518-372-5656 schenectadychamber.org

Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce 518-584-3255 saratoga.org

Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau 518-584-1531 discoversaratoga.org

The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County 518-371-7748 southernsaratoga.org

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n 74 State74 State St., Albany, N.Y. 12207Phone: 434-7410Website: 74state.comGeneral manager: Terri DeVoe Director of sales: Emily Cuda Number of guest rooms: 74Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 80• Classroom seating: 100

Average rate for single-night stay: $101-$200

n Albany Marriott Hotel189 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 458-8444Website: albanymarriott.comGeneral manager: Catherine

Stevens Director of sales: Steve Schifley Director of catering: Sharon

Cohen Number of guest rooms: 359Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 820• Classroom seating: 1,300

Free airport shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Albany Ramada Plaza3 Watervliet Ave. Ext., Albany, N.Y. 12206Phone: 438-8431Website: albanyramada.com

General manager: Jeffrey Crandall

Director of sales: Ronda Shayne Number of guest rooms: 216Seating capacity in:


Free airport shuttleFree Amtrak station shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: Less than $100

n Best Western Albany Airport Inn200 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 458-1000Website: bwalbanyairport.comGeneral manager: Nusair Bawla Director of sales: Stacie BlairNumber of guest rooms: 153Seating capacity in:• Banquet rooms: 200• Classroom seating: 400Free airport shuttleFree Amtrak station shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Best Western Clifton Park617 Plank Road, Clifton Park, N.Y. 12065Phone: 371-1811Website: bestwestern.comDirector of sales: Mary

Grupinski Number of guest rooms: 99Seating capacity in:

• Classroom seating: 35

Average rate for single-night stay: Less than $100

n Best Western Sovereign Hotel1228 Western Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12203Phone: 489-2981Website: sovereignhotels.comGeneral manager: Mansoor

Mustafa Director of sales: Carol

Robinson Number of guest rooms: 192Seating capacity in:


Free airport shuttleFree Amtrak station shuttlesAverage rate for single-night


n Cocca’s Inn & Suites Route 7 Airport979 Route 7, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 785-5571Website: coccas.comGeneral manager: Jeanette

Mock Director of sales: Marilyn

Seidner Number of guest rooms: 36Free airport shuttleAverage rate for single-night


n Cocca’s Inn & Suites Route 9706 Route 9, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 785-0776Website: coccas.comGeneral manager: Heidi Carr Director of sales: Rocky Cocca Number of guest rooms: 50Free airport shuttleAverage rate for single-night


n Cocca’s Inn & Suites Wolf Road2 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 459-2240Website: coccas.comGeneral manager: Jeanette

Mock Director of sales: Rocky Cocca Number of guest rooms: 45Free airport shuttleAverage rate for single-night


n Comfort Inn & Suites99 Miller Road, Castleton, N.Y. 12033Phone: 479-3217Website: comfortinnalbany.comGeneral manager: Nicole

Nykorchuck Director of sales: Dolores

Doonan Number of guest rooms: 89Seating capacity in:


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The Capital Region’s largest sporting event takes place every summer at the Saratoga Race Course—2011 attendance totalled nearly 900,000 between late July and early September.

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“Saratoga Springs is our most popular location to hold our Annual Conference and Trade Show. Attendance by members and exhibitors typically

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National museums, vibrant arts district and performing arts venues

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n Courtyard by Marriott11 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 226-0538Website: courtyardsaratoga.comGeneral manager: Megan A.

Hennessey Director of sales: Leslie Forbert-

Miller Number of guest rooms: 146Seating capacity in:



n Courtyard by Marriott Albany Airport168 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 482-8800Website: marriott.com/albcaNumber of guest rooms: 78Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway1455 Washington Ave.,

Albany, N.Y. 12206Phone: 435-1600Website: marriott.com/albwsNumber of guest rooms: 78Seating capacity in:



n Cresthill Suites Hotel1415 Washington Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12206Phone: 454-0007Website: cresthillsuites.comGeneral manager: Lisa

Druckreier Director of sales: Kerry Stevens Number of guest rooms: 94Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Crowne Plaza Resort & Golf Club, Lake Placid101 Olympic Drive, Lake Placid, N.Y. 12946Phone: 523-2556Website: lakeplacidcp.comNumber of guest rooms: 249Seating capacity in:



n The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center660 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany, N.Y. 12211Phone: 869-8100Website: desmondhotels.comGeneral manager: John

D’Adamo Director of sales: Bob Sullivan Director of catering: Sandy

Makis Number of guest rooms: 323Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Econo Lodge622 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 785-1414Website: choicehotels.comGeneral manager: G.K. Patel Number of guest rooms: 57Average rate for single-night


n Fort William Henry Resort Hotel and Conference Center48 Canada St., Lake George, N.Y. 12845Phone: 964-6647

Website: fortwilliamhenry.comGeneral manager: Sam Luciano Director of sales: Roberta Daab Number of guest rooms: 194Seating capacity in:




n The Georgian Lakeside Resort384 Canada St., Lake George, N.Y. 12845Phone: 668-5401Website: georgianresort.comGeneral manager: Carla

Christopher Number of guest rooms: 158Seating capacity in:



n Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport45 British American Blvd., Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 782-7500Website: albanyairportsuites.

hamptoninn.comDirector of sales: Jill Buntich Number of guest rooms: 85Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown25 Chapel St., Albany, N.Y. 12210Phone: 275-4501Website: hamptonsuitesalbany.

comGeneral manager: Todd

Reichelt Number of guest rooms: 165Seating capacity in:



n Hampton Inn Albany/Wolf Road10 Ulenski Drive, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 438-2822Website: albanywolfroad.

hamptoninn.comDirector of sales: Jerry White Number of guest rooms: 153Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hilton Albany (formerly Albany Crowne Plaza)State & Lodge Streets, Albany, N.Y. 12207Phone: 462-6611Website: cpalbany.comDirector of catering: Jeffrey

Michaelson Number of guest rooms: 386Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport800 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany, N.Y. 12211Phone: 464-6666Website: hgialbany.comGeneral manager: Marc

Fleischer Director of sales: Amy Cushman Number of guest rooms: 155Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center62 New Scotland Ave.,

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Albany, N.Y. 12208Phone: 396-3500Website: albanymedicalcenter.

hgi.comGeneral manager: Nick Boulas Director of sales: Carney

McGuire Director of catering: Colleen

Lanahan Number of guest rooms: 129Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hilton Garden Inn Troy & Rensselaer Banquet and Conference Facility235 Hoosick St., Troy, N.Y. 12180Phone: 272-1700Website: troy.hgi.comGeneral manager: Dan Dolan Director of sales: Laura Petrovic Number of guest rooms: 127Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Holiday Inn205 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205

Phone: 458-7250Website: hialbanywolf.comGeneral manager: Cynthia

StanleyDirector of sales: Glenn

CunninghamDirector of catering: Jack

RoddyNumber of guest rooms: 312Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 1,560• Classroom seating: 2,200


n Holiday Inn Express Albany SUNY Area1442 Western Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12203Phone: 438-0001Website: hiexpress.com/albany-

westernGeneral manager: Kathy Tabora Director of sales: Tracie

Anteman Number of guest rooms: 121Seating capacity in:



n Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Albany Skyline8 Empire Drive, Rensselaer, N.Y. 12144

Phone: 286-1011Website: hiexpress.com/hotels/us/

en/rensselaer/greny/hoteldetailGeneral manager: Kesha Legg Director of sales: Emily Link Number of guest rooms: 82Seating capacity in:


Free Amtrak station shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs232 Broadway, Route 9, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 584-4550Website: saratogahi.comGeneral manager: Cynthia

Doring Hollowood Director of sales: Joanne

Kirkpatrick Director of catering: Julie

Tierney Number of guest rooms: 168Seating capacity in:



n Holiday Inn Wolf Road205 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 458-7250Website: hialbanywolf.comGeneral manager: Cynthia

Stanley

Director of sales: Glenn Cunningham

Director of catering: Jack Roddy

Number of guest rooms: 312Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Hotel Indigo254 Old Wolf Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 869-9100Website: ichotelsgroup.comGeneral manager: Jennifer

BoylesNumber of guest rooms: 107Seating capacity in:



Free airport shuttle

n Hotel Vienna107 Route 296, Windham, N.Y. 12496Phone: 734-5300Website: thehotelvienna.comGeneral manager: Eric

Rasmussen Number of guest rooms: 31Seating capacity in:



n Hyatt Place Saratoga/Malta20 State Farm Place, Malta, N.Y. 12020Phone: 885-1109Website:

hyattplacesaratogamalta.comGeneral manager: Bill Gomez Director of sales: Linda Roth Number of guest rooms: 120Seating capacity in:



n Inn at Lake Joseph162 St. Joseph’s Road, Forestburgh, N.Y. 12777Phone: (845) 791-9506Website: lakejoseph.comNumber of guest rooms: 17Seating capacity in:



n Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center139 Lapland Lake Road, Northville, N.Y. 12134Phone: 863-4974Website: laplandlake.comGeneral manager: Barbara Ann

Hirvonen Number of guest rooms: 27Seating capacity in:



n LaQuinta Inn & Suites Albany Airport833 New Loudon Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 640-2200Website: lq.comGeneral manager: Gil Souery Director of sales: Rocky Cocca Number of guest rooms: 78Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Longfellows Hotel & Restaurant500 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 587-0108Website: longfellows.comGeneral manager: Daniel

Fortier Number of guest rooms: 50Seating capacity in:



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n The Quality Inn Central1632 Central Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 456-8811Website: qualityinn.comGeneral manager: Sandy

Fazzone Number of guest rooms: 100Seating capacity in:




n Quality Inn & Suites611 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 785-5891Website: choicehotels.com/hotel/

ny024General manager: Sheila D’Urso Number of guest rooms: 134Seating capacity in:




n Ramada Inn Glens Falls1 Abby Lane, Queensbury, N.Y. 12804Phone: 793-7701Website: ramadagf.com

General manager: Chris Harrington




n Residence Inn by Marriott Albany Airport1 Residence Inn Drive, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 783-0600Website: residenceinn.com/albtsGeneral manager: Betsy Baker Director of sales: Christine

Hood Number of guest rooms: 112Free airport shuttleFree Amtrak station shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Residence Inn by Marriott Tech Valley3 Tech Valley Drive, East Greenbush, N.Y. 12061Phone: 720-3600Website: marriott.com/albriGeneral manager: Maya Soler Director of sales: Hiroko Gier Number of guest rooms: 78Seating capacity in:


Free Amtrak station shuttleAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Residence Inn by Marriott-Saratoga295 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 584-9600Website: marriott.com/albsaGeneral manager: Bob Herrold Director of sales: Leslie Forbert

Miller Number of guest rooms: 100Seating capacity in:



n Robinhood Motel2205 Route 50 S., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 885-8899Website: saratoga.org/robinhoodGeneral manager: S. Kumar Number of guest rooms: 18Average rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n The Saratoga Hilton534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 693-1004Website: thesaratogahotel.comGeneral manager: Shawn

Goodway Director of sales: Darryl Leggieri Director of catering: Lindsay

Java Number of guest rooms: 242Seating capacity in:



n Schenectady Holiday Inn Meeting & Conference Center100 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, N.Y. 12308Phone: 393-4141Website: hischenectady.comGeneral manager: Kate Fahey Director of sales: Tonia

Brownwell Director of catering: Gianna

Enzien Number of guest rooms: 180Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Sleep Inn & Suites906 State Route 9, Queensbury, N.Y. 12804Phone: 955-3000Website: sleepinnlakegeorge.

comGeneral manager: Kristen

Collura Number of guest rooms: 78Seating capacity in:



n SpringHill Suites Albany-Colonie8 California Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 724-7999Website: marriott.com/hotels/

travel/albco-springhill-suites-albany-colonie/

General manager: Carrie Kerr Director of sales: Corinne

Whitlow Number of guest rooms: 119Average rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Thorobred Motel2968 State Route 9, Ballston Spa, N.Y. 12020Phone: 583-4903

Website: saratoga.com/thorobred-motel.htm

General manager: Satish Kumar Number of guest rooms: 7Average rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Travelodge Inn & Suites, Albany Airport42 Wolf Road, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 459-5670Website: coccas.comGeneral manager: Wanda Nolen Director of sales: Rocky Cocca Number of guest rooms: 90Free airport shuttleAverage rate for single-night


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n Carey Conference Center at Rensselaerville (formerly Rensselaerville Meeting Center)63 Huyck Road, Rensselaerville, N.Y. 12147Phone: 797-5100Website: careyconferencecenter.

orgGeneral manager: Joe Maloney

Director of sales: Carole Kilpatrick




n Holiday Inn Express & Suites400 Old Loudon Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110

Phone: 783-6161Website: hielatham.comDirector of sales: Derek Ellis Number of guest rooms: 161Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Saratoga Springs City Center522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 584-0027Website: saratogacitycenter.orgDirector of sales: Judy LeCain Seating capacity in:


n The NYS Nurses Association11 Cornell Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 782-9400Website: nysna.orgDirector of sales: Brenda Turner Seating capacity in:


n Times Union Center51 S. Pearl St., Albany, N.Y. 12207Phone: 487-2000Website: timesunioncenter-

albany.comSeating capacity in:


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n The Arkell Museum at Canajoharie2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, N.Y. 13317Phone: 673-2314Website: arkellmuseum.orgGeneral manager: Eric Trahan Director of sales: Sally Rappa Seating capacity in:


Average rate for single-night stay: No sleeping rooms

n Birch Hill1 Celebration Way, Schodack, N.Y. 12033Phone: 732-4444Website: birchhillcatering.comGeneral manager: Steven

Feldman Director of sales: Belinda

Shumway

n BFS Restaurant & Catering1736 Western Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12203Phone: 452-6342Website: bfsrestaurant.comGeneral manager: Shaw Rabadi Director of catering: Brendan

Rabadi Seating capacity in:



n Century House Hotel / Restaurant / Conference Center997 New Loudon Road, P.O. Box 1100, Latham, N.Y. 12110Phone: 785-0931Website: thecenturyhouse.comGeneral manager: Kimberly

Baker Director of sales: Sandy

Dowling Number of guest rooms: 68Seating capacity in:



stay: $101-$200

n Empire State Plaza Convention CenterEmpire State Plaza, Concourse Level, Albany, N.Y. 12242Phone: 474-0538Website: empirestateplaza.orgDirector of sales: Michael

Snyder Director of catering: Jason

Rumpf Seating capacity in:



n Glen Sanders Mansion1 Glen Ave., Scotia, N.Y. 12302Phone: 374-7262Website: onereputation.comGeneral manager: Vito Gaudino Director of sales: Laura

Bonesteel Number of guest rooms: 22Seating capacity in:



n Hall of Springs108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 583-3003Website: hallofsprings.comGeneral manager: Mark Delos Director of sales: Kevin Sykes

Seating capacity in:• Banquet rooms: 400• Classroom seating: 700


n Lakeview Catering/Sodexo6 Winners Circle, Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 459-2857Website: lakeviewcatering.orgDirector of catering: Diane

Murphy Seating capacity in:



n Michael’s Banquet House1019 New Loudon Road,

Route 9, Cohoes, N.Y. 12047Phone: 785-8524Website: michaelsbanquethouse.

comGeneral manager: Brandy

Treacy Director of sales: Rick Treacy Director of catering: Siobhan

Treacy Seating capacity in:



n The Old Daley Inn on Crooked Lake2339 State Route 43, Averill Park, N.Y. 12018Phone: 235-2656Website: olddaleyinn.comDirector of sales: Janice Keary Director of catering: Stephanie

Pettit Seating capacity in:



n Polish Community Center225 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 456-3995Website: albanypcc.comGeneral manager: David Wolff Number of guest rooms: 750Seating capacity in:



n The Sage Colleges65 1st St., Troy, N.Y. 12180Phone: 244-2000Website: sage.eduDirector of catering: Mo

Schifley Number of guest rooms: 250Seating capacity in:



n Saratoga Casino and Raceway342 Jefferson St., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: (800) 727-2990Website: saratogacasino.comDirector of sales: Colleen

Carlson Director of catering: Jennie

Jurkiewicz Seating capacity in:



n Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark89 Six Flags Drive, Queensbury, N.Y. 12804Phone: 824-6042Website:

sixflagsgreatescapelodge.comDirector of sales: Jeff Bartone Director of catering: Steve

Krehbiel Number of guest rooms: 200Seating capacity in:



n Treviso by Mallozzi’s257 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, N.Y. 12205Phone: 456-0292Website: trevisoalbany.comGeneral manager: Jeanette

Bowers Director of sales: Marissa

Sciarrino Director of catering: Carol

Ippoliti Seating capacity in:



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n Cranwell Resort, Spa & Golf Club55 Lee Road, Lenox, Mass. 01240Phone: (413) 637-1662Website: cranwell.comGeneral manager: Carl Pratt Director of sales: Dawn

Ramsey-Jacobsson Number of guest rooms: 96Seating capacity in:



n Dunham’s Bay Resort2999 State Route 91, Lake George, N.Y. 12845Phone: 656-9242Website: dunhamsbay.comGeneral manager: Matthew

Taormino Number of guest rooms: 39Seating capacity in:



n Gideon Putnam ResortSaratoga Spa State Park 24 Gideon Putnam Road, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866Phone: 584-3000Website: gideonputnam.comGeneral manager: Chance

Jorgensen Director of sales: Tom Wysocki Director of catering: Kathy

Fribourg Number of guest rooms: 124Seating capacity in:



n Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort2559 Main St., Lake Placid, N.Y. 12946Phone: 523-3353Website: golden-arrow.com

General manager: Heidi Holderied




n Hawk Inn and Mountain Resort75 Billings Road, Plymouth, Vt. 05056Phone: (800) 685-4295Website: hawkresort.comGeneral manager: Kelly Calvin Director of sales: Natalie Rosa Number of guest rooms: 50Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 200Average rate for single-night

stay: $101-$200

n Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort37 Corey Road, Hancock, Mass. 01237Phone: (413) 738-5500

Website: jiminypeak.comNumber of guest rooms: 102Seating capacity in:



n Northern Lake George ResortP.O. Box 2677, 8074 Lakeshore Drive, Silver Bay, N.Y. 12874Phone: 543-6528Website: northernlakegeorge.

comGeneral manager: Mark

Martucci Director of sales: Kimberley

Herrick Director of catering: David

Martucci Number of guest rooms: 32Seating capacity in:



n The Kaatskill Mountain Club Resort and Spa at Hunter Mountain Resort62 Liftside Drive, Hunter, N.Y. 12442Phone: 263-5580Website: kaatskillmtnclub.com,

huntermtn.comGeneral manager: Jennifer

Campbell Director of catering: Debbie

Reilly Number of guest rooms: 109Seating capacity in:



n The Otesaga Resort Hotel60 Lake St., Cooperstown, N.Y. 13326Phone: (607) 547-9331Website: otesaga.comGeneral manager: John Irvin

Director of sales: Robert Faller Director of catering: Gordon

Clarkson Number of guest rooms: 135Seating capacity in:



n The Sagamore Resort10 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing, N.Y. 12814Phone: 644-9400Website: thesagamore.comGeneral manager: Tom Guay Director of sales: Kevin Rosa Director of catering: Chris

Bradway Number of guest rooms: 385Seating capacity in:



Galleries in downtown Saratoga Springs remain an attraction after the thorobreds run at Saratoga Race Course. Here, a window shopping scene at Symmetry on Broadway.

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16 • BUFFALO Where to Meet, Where to Stay 2012

■ “Buffalo-Niagara is on a roll and is on

the radar screens of savvy

travelers looking for a des-

tination that hasn’t suffered

the kind of homogenization

that increasingly makes one

American city look like every

other ... Buffalo retains many

of its unique customs and tra-

ditions, as well as a kind of

throwback look and feel.”

Edward HealyVice president of marketing,

Visit Buffalo Niagara

Visitors come to the Buf-falo Niagara region for lots of reasons, and one

of them is the vibrant arts and cultural scene. This year promises to be extra special: 2012 marks the 150th anniver-sary of Albright-Knox Art Gallery, wide-ly regarded as a world-class gallery of contemporary art.

A self-described hub of artistic and cultural energies, the Albright-Knox invites you and yours to share in the celebration.

“Since its founding as The Buffalo Fine Arts Academy in 1862, through today, the Gallery has taken risks in collecting and exhibiting the art of its time, giving rise to an extraordinary collection of art,” the website states. “The Gallery’s 150th year will be partic-ularly exciting, with major exhibitions exploring its history and future and special events celebrating its found-

ing, its role in the Western New York community, and its collecting activity throughout the years.”

Simply put, it’s a cool place, says Gary Praetzel, Ph.D., dean of the Col-lege of Hospitality and Tourism Man-agement at Niagara University.

“There are many things about Buffalo that no one would expect. An example is the Albright-Knox,” he says. “I don’t think many people would expect that caliber of art museum here in a mid-sized city such as Buffalo. And obvi-ously there’s a whole range of other galleries here. The other part of this is who would expect the number of theater companies that we offer? From Shea’s Performing Arts Center to neigh-borhood theater companies, we have a tremendous range and richness in this region.”

And there you have it -- around here, there’s something for everyone.

From Buffalo, known as the Queen City on Lake Erie, to Niagara Falls, N.Y., which boasts the world-famous waterfalls and a unique history as a center of Native American culture, the region is a prime destination. There are myriad things to see and do, along with a friendly reputation, natural wonders and superb accommodations.

Area tourism leaders say it’s well worth checking out, whether it’s a trade group looking for a unique place to hold a convention or leisure travel-ers searching for some hot spots. You’ll find what you want and need right here in Western New York, including restau-rants, shopping, sports and recreation, natural and manmade treasures to view and explore, architectural jewels that earn national attention, state-of-the-art hotels and conference facilities, festi-vals and special events year-round.

This is a region that truly shines,

BuffaloNiagara

By JANE SCHMITT

GILLIAN WRIGHT

The Inner Harbor is the perfect playground for kayakers who take in the scenery and history of Buffalo’s commercial and recreational waterways on a beautiful summer evening.

NiagaraWhere history and tradition blend with progress

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according to Edward Healy, vice presi-dent of marketing for Visit Buffalo Niag-ara, the former Buffalo Niagara Conven-tion and Visitors Bureau.

“There are plenty of reasons to choose Buffalo Niagara as a travel destination,” Healy says. “For conven-tioneers, (it’s) a highly affordable and easily accessible choice. The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center has recently undergone a multimillion-dollar renova-tion and upgrading of its facilities and amenities. Virtually every hotel property within walking distance of the conven-tion center has also been renovated and updated within the last year or two. And the Buffalo Niagara International Airport remains one of the least-expensive air-ports in the country with a very compet-itive array of low-cost carriers servicing this market.

“In addition, Buffalo Niagara’s exem-plary reputation for service and hospi-tality make it a very attractive choice for meeting planners,” he says.

Fresh off a prestigious national confer-ence in late 2011, the region is basking in the afterglow of being described as “undoubtedly one of America’s greatest architectural cities” by Stephanie Meeks, president of the National Trust for His-toric Preservation in Washington, D.C.

“You have something really special here, and your hard work – often against steep odds – to preserve it has won the respect of the preservation community,” she told city leaders last fall.

Described as the Super Bowl of cultural tourism, the National Preservation Con-ference attracted more than 2,500 visitors Oct. 19-22 for an up-close look at the architectural, cultural and industrial heri-tage of Buffalo Niagara. The economic impact has been estimated at $4 million.

“The importance of the 2011 National Trust Conference cannot be overstated,” says Michael Schmand, executive direc-tor, Buffalo Place Inc. “The conference was a successful endeavor – placing Buffalo on par with much larger cities. It showcased our architectural and cul-tural assets to the world. It also made Buffalonians realize and appreciate all our wonderful region has to offer.

“The timing of the conference was fortuitous as it went hand-in-hand with the success of Canalside (on Buffalo’s waterfront),” Schmand says. “In 2011,

the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. embraced the concept of lighter, quicker, cheaper, which resulted in a vibrant, activity-driven waterfront expe-rience. Programming was expanded as ‘The Story of Buffalo’ was showcased to visitors.”

Visitors to Buffalo Niagara can expect to find something new and different every year.

“There was daily programming on-site, from the introduction of the Queen City Ferry to the new food operation, beach area, children’s activities and concerts,” Schmand says. “In late June 2011, Buf-falo Place moved our Thursday at the Square concert series to the Erie Canal Harbor site, which resulted in a fantastic summer of music on the Buffalo water-front.”

To the north is Niagara Falls, a wonder of the world that speaks for itself in so many ways.

“For virtually every segment of the traveling public, Niagara Falls remains a wonder of the world that is on every-one’s bucket list of places they abso-lutely must visit,” says Healy of Visit Buffalo Niagara. “The Niagara Falls State Park offers visitors a relatively pristine and intact experience of the natural side of the falls and the Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds are truly legendary travel experiences that never lose their appeal.”

He adds: “The natural attractions of Niagara Falls and the cultural attrac-tions of Buffalo complement one another extremely well and make Buffalo Niagara a very compelling place to visit.”

The local hospitality industry caters to visitors during all four seasons, from individuals and families to students and senior citizens. It’s affordable and acces-sible, according to Pratezel of Niagara

University. “When you look at hotel prices here,

it’s very affordable. (Same for) airfares coming in and out of the Buffalo air-port,” says Pratezel, past board chair-man of Visit Buffalo Niagara. “And then on top of that, it’s an easy-drive market for a good percentage of the population of the United States. It’s a complete des-tination. It has something for everyone.”

■ For official tourist information and visitor

guides, go to these

sources.

Visit Buffalo Niagara (formerly Buffalo Niagara Convention & Visitors Bureau617 Main St., Suite 200Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 800-BUFFALO • 716-852-0511Web: visitbuffaloniagara.com

Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp.10 Rainbow Blvd.Niagara Falls, NY 14303 Phone: 877-FALLS US • 716-282-8992Web: niagara-usa.com

Two of Buffalo’s acclaimed architectural buildings are the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Darwin D. Martin House (left photo) in North Buffalo and the Louis Sullivan-designed Guaranty Building (below photo) in downtown Buffalo. Both are registered historic landmarks.

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n Amherst Courtyard by Marriott4100 Sheridan Drive Amherst, NY 14221Phone: 716-626-2300Web: marriott.com/bufcyEmail: [email protected] manager: David GuytonDirector of sales: Kathy RamosDirector of catering: Kathy

RamosNumber of hotel rooms: 108Seating capacity

Banquet rooms: 40Classroom seating: 30

Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $169

n Buffalo Niagara Airport Red Roof Inn146 Maple Drive Bowmansville, NY 14026 Phone: 716-633-1100Web: redroof.comEmail: [email protected] manager: William

Morello Jr.Number of hotel rooms: 109Average rate for single-night

stay: $65

n Buffalo Niagara Marriott1340 Millersport Highway Amherst, NY 14221Phone: 716-689-6900Web: marriott.com/hotels/travel/

bufny-buffalo-marriott-niagara/General manager: Peter FlorczakDirector of sales: Phillip AlterioDirector of catering: Patti DeilNumber of hotel rooms: 356Seating capacity


Free airport shuttle: Yes

n Clarion Hotel30 Lakeshore Drive East Dunkirk, NY14048Phone: 716-366-8350Web: clariondunkirk.comEmail: clariondunkirkgm@gmail.

comGeneral manager: Ashok ChopraDirector of sales: Ashok ChopraDirector of catering: Melissa

WdowiaszNumber of hotel rooms: 127Seating capacity

Banquet rooms: 350 in winter and 550 in summerClassroom seating: 250


n Comfort Suites Airport901 Dick Road Buffalo, NY 14225Phone: 716-633-6000Web: choicehotels.com/hotel/ny102Email: [email protected] manager: Subhash

Patwa, CHADirector of sales: Subhash Patwa,

CHANumber of hotel rooms: 100Seating capacity



stay: $129

n Comfort Suites Downtown601 Main St. Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 716-854-5500Web: choicehotels.com/hotel/ny200Email: [email protected] manager: Matthew

SpencerNumber of hotel rooms: 146Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: 129

n Days Hotel, Buffalo Airport4345 Genesee St. Buffalo, NY 14225Phone: 716-631-0800Web: daysinn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Joelene

LaSantaDirector of sales: Cindy

GreenfieldDirector of catering: Cindy

GreenfieldNumber of hotel rooms: 129Seating capacity



stay: $99-$149

n DoubleTree Club by Hilton125 High St., Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 716-845-0112Web: doubletree.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Elaine SarkisDirector of sales: Renee Stupski-

PundtDirector of catering: David

AdowskiNumber of hotel rooms: 100Seating capacity


Average rate for single-night stay: $139

n Ellicottville Wingate by Wyndham11 Mill St., PO Box 759 Ellicottville, NY 14731Phone: 716-699-6000Web: ellicottvillewingateinn.comEmail: ellicottvillewingate@yahoo.

comGeneral manager: Mike

SherburneDirector of sales: Shanell KierszNumber of hotel rooms: 84Seating capacity



n Embassy Suites Buffalo200 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NY 14202Phone: 716-842-1000Web: buffalo.embassysuites.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Bryan DrewDirector of sales: Karen MirandaDirector of catering: Lindsay

SnackiNumber of hotel rooms: 182Seating capacity

Banquet rooms: 300

Classroom seating: 300Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $189.95

n Fairfield Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport4271 Genesee St. Buffalo, NY 14225Phone: 716-633-2488Web: fairfieldinnbuffalo.comEmail: gparillo@buffalolodging.

comGeneral manager: Shelly CieslackDirector of sales: George ParilloDirector of catering: George

ParilloNumber of hotel rooms: 140Seating capacity



stay: 159

n Four Points By Sheraton Niagara Falls7001 Buffalo Ave. Niagara Falls, NY 14304Phone: 716-299-0344Web: fourpointsniagarafalls.comEmail: teresa.costello@

fourpointsniagarafalls.com

General manager: Deanna DiFilippo

Director of sales: Teresa CostelloDirector of catering: Teresa

CostelloNumber of hotel rooms: 141Seating capacity


Average rate for single-night stay: $119 /$169

n Garden Place Hotel6615 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221Phone: 716-635-9000Web: salvatores.netE-mail: gardenplace@

gardenplacehotel.netGeneral manager: John SantoraDirector of sales: Kayleigh

RonconeNumber of hotel rooms: 166Seating capacity:



stay: $100 or less

n The Giacomo222 First St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 716-299-0200Website: thegiacomo.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Jeff Deming

Director of sales: Hanna Hoffmann

Number of hotel rooms: 39Seating capacity

Banquets: 40Classroom seating: 50

Free shuttle to Niagara Falls International Airport: Yes


n Hampton Inn Buffalo Airport - Galleria Mall1745 Walden Ave. Buffalo NY 14225Phone: 716-894-8000Web: hamptoninn.comEmail: bufar_hilton.comGeneral manager: Desirae

KarmazynDirector of sales: Megan

ManningDirector of catering: Megan

ManningNumber of hotel rooms: 133Seating capacity



stay: $129-$189

n Hampton Inn Buffalo/Williamsville5455 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221

Phone: 716-632-0900Web: buffalowilliamsville.

hamptoninn.comEmail: khejmowski@

buffalolodging.comGeneral manager: Tracy CurtinDirector of sales: Kara HejmowskiNumber of hotel rooms: 80Seating capacity

Classroom seating: 18Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $169

n Hampton Inn Niagara Falls501 Rainbow Blvd. Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 716-285-6666Web: hampton-inn.com/hi/

niagarafallsEmail: [email protected] manager: Robert

SantiagoDirector of sales: Sarah PalmerNumber of hotel rooms: 99Seating capacity

Classroom seating: 30

n Holiday Inn Buffalo Airport4600 Genesee St. Cheektowaga, NY 14225Phone: 716-634-6969Web: hibuffaloairport.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Rick LikusDirector of sales: Megan PorterDirector of catering: Derek

VandielNumber of hotel rooms: 207Seating capacity



stay: $99

n Holiday Inn Buffalo Downtown620 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NY 14202Phone: 716-886-2121Web: hibuffalodowntown.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Judy

GlatzhoferDirector of sales: Dave CarrollDirector of catering: Cynthia

ReYesNumber of hotel rooms: 166Seating capacity



stay: $99

n Holiday Inn Buffalo-Amherst1881 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst, NY 14228Phone: 716-691-8181Web: hibuffaloamherst.comEmail: wpopadowski@

hi-buffaloamherst.comGeneral manager: Wendy

Popadowski, CHADirector of sales: David LackiDirector of catering: David PruettNumber of hotel rooms: 199Seating capacity



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Phone: 716-648-9200Web: holidayinnexpress.com/

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comGeneral manager: Nicole WysockiDirector of sales: Nicole WysockiNumber of hotel rooms: 84Seating capacity

Classroom seating: 15Average rate for single-night

stay: $119

n Holiday Inn Niagara Falls114 Buffalo Ave. Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Phone: 716-285-2521Website: hiniagarafalls.comEmail: terri@meranihotelgroup.

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n Homewood Suites Buffalo Airport760 Dick Road Cheektowaga, NY 14225

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n Hotel Indigo10 Flint Road Amherst, NY 14226Phone: 716-689-4414Web: hotelbuffaloamherst.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Tom MolendaDirector of sales: Dave CarrollDirector of catering: Karen

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n Hyatt Regency BuffaloTwo Fountain Plaza Buffalo, NY 14202Phone: 716-856-1234Web: buffalo.hyatt.comGeneral manager: Jay

DellavecchiaDirector of sales: Julie WilliamsDirector of catering: Susie PieriNumber of hotel rooms: 396Seating capacity

Banquet rooms: 1,410Classroom seating: 1,070


n The Inn at Holiday Valley6081 Rt. 219 South Ellicottville, NY 14731Phone: 716-699-2345Web: holidayvalley.comEmail: kdidonato@holidayvalley.

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n The Lenox Hotel140 North St. Buffalo, NY 14201Phone: 716-884-1700Web: lenoxhotelandsuites.com

Email: [email protected] manager: Molly MangasDirector of sales: Molly MangasNumber of hotel rooms: 20Average rate for single-night

stay: $89

n Lord Amherst Hotel5000 Main St. Amherst, NY 14226

Phone: 716-839-2200Web: lordamherst.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Bruce DuncanNumber of hotel rooms: 94Seating capacity



n Mansion on Delaware Avenue414 Delaware Ave. Buffalo NY 14202

Phone: 716-886-3300Web: mansionondelaware.comEmail: melissa@

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n Salvatores Grand Hotel6675 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221Phone: 716-636-4900Web: salvatoresgrandhotel.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Mark JergeDirector of sales: Mark JergeDirector of catering: Mark JergeNumber of hotel rooms: 76Seating capacity



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n Sleep Inn & Suites - Buffalo Airport 100 Holtz Drive Cheektowaga, NY 14225Phone: 716-626-4000

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n Sleep Inn Buffalo/Amherst75 Inn Keepers Lane Amherst, NY 14228Phone: 716-691-6510Web: sleepinnbuffalo.comEmail: [email protected]

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n Staybridge Suites Buffalo South164 Slade Ave. West Seneca, NY 14224Phone: 716-939-3100Web: staybridgesuites.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Kevin VerrallDirector of sales: Shannon RuthNumber of hotel rooms: 105Seating capacity

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n Sterling Inn Spa5195 Magdalen St. Niagara Falls, Ont., Canada L2G3S6Phone: 289-292-0000Web: sterlingniagara.comEmail: rhughes@sterlingniagara.

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n The Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley6447 Holiday Valley Road Ellicottville, NY 14731Phone: 716-699-7000Web: holidayvalley.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Richard

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n Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterConvention Center Plaza Buffalo, NY 14202Phone: 716-855-5555Website: buffaloconvention.comEmail: info@buffaloconvention.

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Banquet rooms: 8,000 Classroom seating: 5,500

n Canisius College2001 Main St. Buffalo, NY 14208Phone: 716 888-2934Web: canisius.edu/conference/Email: [email protected] manager: Gordon

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n The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls101 Old Falls St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 716-278-2100Web: ccnfny.comEmail: melissa.g@niagarafalls-cc.

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nGenesee Community CollegeOne College Road Batavia, NY 14020Phone: 585-345-6868Web: bestcenter.orgEmail: [email protected] manager: Jerry KozlowskiDirector of sales: Tina MarsceillDirector of catering: Lydia BeckerSeating capacity


n Niagara University Continuing Education5795 Lewiston Road Niagara University, NY 14109Phone: 716-286-8181Web: niagara.edu/ceEmail: [email protected] manager: Jay Stockslader,

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n Ramada Hotel & Conference Center2402 North Forest Road Getzville, NY 14068Phone: 716-636-7500Web: ramadahotelamherst.comEmail: joannek@

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n Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens2655 South Park Ave. Buffalo, NY 14218Phone: 716-827-1584Web: buffalogardens.comEmail: [email protected] manager: David SwartsDirector of catering: Mary RoseSeating capacity

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n Buffalo Transportation/ Pierce Arrow Museum263 Michigan Ave. Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 716-853-0084Web: pierce-arrow.comEmail: piercemuseum@roadrunner.

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n Buffalo Zoo300 Parkside Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214Phone: 716-837-3900Web: buffalozoo.orgEmail: [email protected] & CEO: Donna

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n Center of Renewal Retreat & Conference Center4421 Lower River Road Stella Niagara, NY 14144Phone: 716-754-7376Web: center-of-renewal.orgEmail: hospitality@center-of-

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n Chef’s Restaurant291 Seneca St. Buffalo, NY 14204Phone: 716-856-9187Web: ilovechefs.comEmail: [email protected] capacity

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n Classics V Banquet Center2425 Niagara Falls Blvd. Amherst, NY 14228 Phone: 716-691-6000Web: classicsv.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Anthony MayDirector of sales: Christina

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n Daemen College4380 Main St. Amherst, NY 14226Phone: 716-839-8253Website: daemen.eduEmail: [email protected] available: 200Seating capacity

Banquets: 350Classroom seating: 400


n Dave and Buster’s4545 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221Phone: 716-932-2422Web: daveandbusters.comEmail: alycia_vizcarrondo@

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n The Dock at the Bay3800 Hoover Road Blasdell NY 14219Phone: 716-823-8247Web: dockatthebay.comEmail: dockatthebay.comGeneral manager: Denise Davison

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n The Fairdale Banquet Center672 Wehrle Drive Amherst, NY 14225Phone: 716-632-1221Web: thefairdale.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Kevin

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n Hard Rock Cafe-Niagara Falls, USA333 Prospect St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 716-282-0007Web: hardrock.com/niagarafallsEmail: niagarafalls_sales@hardrock.

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n Laserton’s Block Party5101 N. Bailey Ave. Amherst, NY 14226Phone: 716-833-8766Web: lasertron.usEmail: group-amherstny@lasertron.

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n The Lodge Auction House & Banquet Center212 Cazenovia St. Buffalo, NY 14210Phone: 716-826-0168Web: thelodgebanquets.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Stephen PhillipsSeating capacity


n Marquis de Lafayette Banquets391 Washington St. Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 716-874-5400Web: marquisbuffalo.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Molly Ford

KoesslerDirector of sales: Molly Ford

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KoesslerNumber of hotel rooms: 57Seating capacity

Banquet rooms: 600Average rate for single-night

stay: $99-$220

n Pettibones Grille & Catering CenterOne James D. Griffin Plaza Buffalo, NY 14203Phone: 716-846-2081Web: pettibonesgrille.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Robert FreeDirector of sales: Anthony

SpragueDirector of catering: Sean ReganSeating capacity


n Quality Hotel & Suites240 First St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 716-282-1212Web: qualityniagarafalls.comEmail: banquets@

qualityniagarafalls.comGeneral manager: Christopher

MacKendrickDirector of sales: Gina CardinaliDirector of catering: Chris

CiszewskiNumber of hotel rooms: 211Seating capacity


n Rich’s Atrium & Catering1 Robert Rich Way Buffalo, NY 14213Phone: 716-878-8422Web: richscatering.comEmail: [email protected] manager: William

KreinerDirector of sales: Gail KendzioraDirector of catering: Steven

GuagliardiSeating capacity


n Salvatore’s Italian Gardens6461 Transit Road Depew, NY 14043Phone: 716-683-7990Web: salvatores.netE-mail: [email protected] manager: Joseph

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n Samuel’s Grande Manor8750 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221Phone: 716-634-8425Web: samuelsgrandemanor.comEmail: info@samuelsgrandemanor.

comGeneral manager: Mark FromholtDirector of sales: Sue ManfredoDirector of catering: Mark

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n The Tonawanda Castle69 Delaware St. Tonawanda NY 14150Phone: 716-743-8544Web: tonawandacastle.comEmail: jamieb@tonawandacastle.

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TanbakuchiDirector of sales: Jamie BallDirector of catering: Richard

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n Villa Maria College240 Pine Ridge Road Cheektowaga, NY 14225Phone: 716-981-1874Web: villa.eduEmail: [email protected] of sales: Diane C.

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n Holiday Valley Resort6557 Holiday Valley Road Ellicottville, NY 14731Phone: 716-699-2345Web: holidayvalley.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Dennis EshbaughDirector of sales: Diane Althans, Conference SalesDirector of catering: Steven GotreauNumber of hotel rooms: 440Seating capacity



n Peek’n Peak Resort and Spa1405 Olde Road Findley Lake, NY 14736Phone: 716-355-4141Web: pknpk.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Paul PisanoDirector of sales: John CollinsDirector of catering: Carol SchenkNumber of hotel rooms: 107 plus condosSeating capacity



n Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd. Salamanca, NY 14779Phone: 866-939-7100Web: senecacasinos.com • senecameetings.com Email: [email protected] General manager: Gus TsivikisDirector of sales: Corey Stanley, director of revenue

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n Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel 310 Fourth St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303Phone: 866-939-7100Web: senecacasinos.com • senecameetings.com Email: [email protected] General manager: Chuck KilroyDirector of sales: Corey Stanley, director of revenue

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We hear it over and over from visi-tors like you: Rochester has the arts and entertainment of a big city

and the friendly attitude of a smaller one. Up-close and affordable professional sports, hundreds of great restau-rants, museums that celebrate history, fun, art and sci-ence from around the world—it’s all here. And if it’s the outdoors you like, hundreds of miles of trails and roads unfold from the city’s heart to rolling farmland.

Just over a million people live in the Rochester area. The region typically places high in rankings that exam-ine a host of community features, such as overall quality of life, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, quick commute time, housing affordability, smart workforce, business innovation and access to great health care.

Culture clubOur esteemed music school and philharmonic orchestra

are at the root of Rochester’s cultural offerings. Visitors often remark at the level of sophistication evident in our music, which ranges from operas staged in historic Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre to jazz trios in cozy clubs. There is music every night of the week in venues all over town.

The Eastman School of Music and Rochester Philhar-

monic Orchestra anchor the East End, where the annual Rochester International Jazz Festival will celebrate its 11th running this June. Over its nine days in 2011, the festival drew more than 180,000 music lovers to 285 con-certs by hundreds of musicians from around the world.

Rochester has an abundance of live theater as well. Among the big players are Geva Theatre Center—the highest-attended regional theater in New York—Down-stairs Cabaret Theatre, Blackfriars Theatre and Cen-terStage at the Jewish Community Center. Traveling Broadway shows are staged regularly at the Auditorium Theatre.

In the world of dance, Rochester’s own Garth Fagan Dance, an award-winning modern dance company, sells out shows around the globe. The company is based downtown. Rochester City Ballet adds its distinguished presence to the region and brings talented choreogra-phers and performers to Rochester. Nazareth College Arts Center is the home stage for both Fagan and RCB. Bush Mango Drum & Dance celebrates the rhythms of Africa. Check out Push Physical Theatre’s cutting-edge blend of dance and theater, Borinquen Dance Theatre’s Latin flair and the contemporary fusion of FuturPointe Dance.

The visual arts, too, thrive in Rochester. Painting,

sculpture, metalworking and woodworking programs at the area’s colleges and universities produce talented alumni. These creators strengthen the arts in Rochester beginning with their college years and continuing long after graduation.

The Memorial Art Gallery hosts blockbuster shows: Past crowd-pleasers have included Russian icons and the works of Georgia O’Keeffe, Maxfield Parrish and Edgar Degas. The massive collection at Artisan Works also is a visual treat. The project transformed 40,000 square feet of former warehouse space with 15,000 original works; sur-prises await at every turn. Open houses held on the first Friday of every month make it easy to catch art exhibits at dozens of local galleries. Anderson Alley Artists also open their studio doors during Second Saturdays.

Photography and film are popular art forms in Roches-ter. We’re the birthplace of Kodak, after all, and Roches-ter Institute of Technology, which has strong photogra-phy programs. You’ll discover rotating exhibitions in the city and suburbs, including those at the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film. Work by the plethora of talented photographers who live here is exhibited at Image City Photography Gallery in the Neighborhood of the Arts, where a new show is

Arts, innovation and the great outdoors

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mounted every month. We celebrate film in art-house theaters and numerous fes-tivals, from the brand-new Greentopia to the 53-year-old Rochester International Film Festival to festivals of Jewish, Polish, deaf, and gay and lesbian film.

NightlifeFor a night—or a day—on the town,

some of the best attractions can be found in these areas:

n East and Alexander: Eclectic cuisine, late-night clubs, British pubs and 20-some-thing watering holes. Bring your ID.

n East End: Local theater, the Eastman School of Music and Eastman Theatre, the historic Little Theatre movie house, jazz clubs, popular restaurants, comfort-able cafes. Soak in the vibe.

n Charlotte: Patio dining and drinks, beach and boardwalk, park concerts and ice cream. Bring the kids.

n Monroe Avenue: Sports bars and international eateries, unique shops. Tat-toos encouraged.

n Neighborhood of the Arts: Restau-rants, galleries, antiques. A feast for the senses.

n Park Avenue: Al fresco dining, cafes, boutiques. Prime people-watching.

n St. Paul Quarter: Martinis and dinner, dance clubs, salsa lessons, national club acts. Wear your dancing shoes.

n South Wedge: Cafes, Cajun barbecue, boutiques, wine and beer with a smile. Come as you are.

Dining diversityEverywhere you go in Rochester you’ll

find excellent restaurants. Downtown and in surrounding neighborhoods and suburbs, there’s no shortage of cuisine that spans the globe—Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Italian, Chinese, Ethiopian, French, German, sushi, steak and sea-food, continental, vegetarian and fusion-everything. Try something new while you’re here.

Uniquely RochesterRochester’s prominent role in the

history of film takes center stage at the George Eastman House. Besides its revolving exhibitions, it holds the personal film collections of Martin Scor-sese, Spike Lee and others. It’s also the 50-room mansion of Kodak’s founder.

Susan B. Anthony, the pioneer leader of the women’s rights movement, lived at 17 Madison St. with her sister. Today the house is a museum filled with photos and mementos of her life.

Genesee Country Village & Museum is one of the three largest living-history museums in the country, with 70 restored 19th-century buildings and costumed interpreters. The Strong National Museum of Play ranks among the top 10 children’s museums in the country. Rochester Muse-um & Science Center has a planetarium and three floors of interactive exhibits on science and technology, natural science and the region’s cultural heritage.

Great outdoorsOutdoor enthusiasts will find hundreds

of miles of multi-use and neighborhood trails in the area. The Genesee Riverway

Trail runs from the Erie Canal in Genesee Valley Park through downtown all the way to Lake Ontario along the Genesee River. See three waterfalls, the river gorge and 11 parks on the way. Go for a run along the Erie Canal, or take a self-guided tour of Rochester’s historic downtown. Favor-ite sights are the Powers Building, the world headquarters of Kodak and Bausch & Lomb, Xerox Tower and the Broad Street Aqueduct, which once carried the Erie Canal across the Genesee River.

Visit our parks designed by famed land-scape architect Frederick Law Olmsted: Seneca Park, with its steep river gorge and popular zoo; Genesee Valley Park, where the river hosts a collegiate row-ing regatta every fall; and Highland Park, home of the 110-year-old Lilac Festival.

One of the best city neighborhoods for a stroll is the residential area around Park and East avenues.

If you have the time, take a drive to the Finger Lakes and stop in to visit some of the 100 wineries in this fast-growing wine region.

FestsWhen the weather turns warm in May,

Rochester launches into one of the busi-est festival seasons around. (We rank high for the number of festivals per capita.) Some of the most popular are the Lilac Festival, Rochester International Jazz Festival, Corn Hill Arts Festival, Park Ave Summer Arts Fest and Clothesline Festival. Another high-profile event is the LPGA Championship, one of the most popular stops on the women’s golf tour. Greentopia Festival, a five-day, multime-dia event focusing on green living, takes place in High Falls, a historic area of the city that overlooks Rochester’s thunder-ing 96-foot waterfall on the Genesee River.

All businessManufacturing was for many years the

bedrock of the area’s economy. While

manufacturing continues to employ more than 60,000 people here, innovation and creativity are shifting our city’s course: Companies are emerging in biotechnol-ogy, imaging and optics, and fuel-cell research, all new strengths born from our established capabilities in higher educa-tion and manufacturing.

Robust high-tech output, innovation and diversity make Greater Rochester one of the 25 best places to live for “super-creatives,” professors, scientists, computer programmers, artists, writers and musicians. The professionals who support these creative fields, such as financial advisers and lawyers, are well-represented too.

Education itself, in fact, has become a prime economic driver. The University of Rochester is the largest employer and is in the midst of a $500 million expansion in medical care and research. Rochester Institute of Technology also is growing rapidly to meet industry demands, along with a dozen other local colleges. More than 80,000 students attend area colleges.

Rochester has long had thousands of small, fast-moving businesses. In addition to Kodak, Bausch & Lomb and Xerox, some of these have grown into far-reach-ing firms: Paychex Inc.; Constellation Brands Inc., the largest wine company in the world; and Wegmans Food Markets Inc., which has a gourmet approach to groceries and consistently ranks among Fortune’s top places to work. In fact, Rochester companies recently have ranked No. 1 in the magazine’s small-, medium- and large-firm categories.

The region is a national leader in pat-ents, with at least 1,000 granted each year to area inventors, led by scientists at Kodak and Xerox. The patents include developments in new types of film, lens-es, health care products, digital media and printing technology.

With a knack for reinventing itself, Rochester remains on the world’s stage.

Downtown Rochester GuidesDowntown Information CenterEast Main and St. Paul streets, Rochester(585) 232-3420www.rochesterdowntown.com

VisitRochester45 East Ave., Suite 400, Rochester(800) 677-7282www.visitrochester.com

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(866) 364-8808Web: www.aurora-inn.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 17Capacity in:

• Classroom seating: 36Average rate for single-night

stay: $201 to $350

■ Avalon Corporate Suites1553 Empire Blvd.Webster, N.Y. 14580Phone: (585) 671-4421Web: www.

AvalonCorporateSuites.comEmail: manager@

AvalonCorporateSuites.comNumber of guest rooms: 33Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Belhurst Castle4069 S. Route 14, P.O. Box 609Geneva, N.Y. 14456Phone: (315) 781-0201Web: www.belhurst.comNumber of guest rooms: 47Capacity in:

• Meeting rooms: 250Free airport shuttle: NAverage rate for single-night

stay: $201 to $350

■ Big Tree Inn46 Main St.Geneseo, N.Y. 14454Phone: (585) 243-5220Web: www.bigtreeinn.comGeneral manager: Debbie AltriethNumber of guest rooms: 8Capacity in:

• Meeting rooms: 175• Classroom seating: 80

Free airport shuttle: NAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ B&B at Dartmouth House Inn 215 Dartmouth St.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 271-7872Web: www.dartmouthhouse.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 5Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn940 Jefferson RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 427-2700Web: www.bestwestern.com/

rochestermarketplaceinnEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 98Average rate for single-night

stay: $100 or less

■ Best Western Victor Inn and Suites7449 State Route 96Victor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 924-3933Web: www.bestwesternvictorny.comEmail: bestwestern.justin@

gmail.comNumber of guest rooms: 71Average rate for single-night

stay: $100 or less

■ The Brookwood Inn800 Pittsford-Victor RoadPittsford, N.Y. 14534Phone: (585) 248-9000Web: www.thebrookwoodinn.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 108Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

■ Comfort Inn4371 Federal DriveBatavia, N.Y. 14020Phone: (585) 344-9999Web: www.comfortinn.com/

hotel/ny021Email: [email protected] manager: Rashi DevDirector of sales: Rashi DevNumber of guest rooms: 59Capacity in:



stay: $100 or less

■ Country Inn & Suites–Rochester Henrietta4635 West Henrietta RoadHenrietta, N.Y. 14467Phone: (585) 486-9000,

(585) 486-9010Web: www.countryinns.com/

rochesterny_southEmail: [email protected] manager: Hetal PatelDirector of sales: Cynthia SchenkNumber of guest rooms: 77Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

■ Courtyard by Marriott Brighton33 Corporate WoodsRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 292-1000Web: www.mariott.com/rocchGeneral manager: Donald

StubblebineDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 149Capacity in:


Free airport shuttle: YAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Courtyard by Marriott Rochester East/Penfield1000 Linden ParkRochester, N.Y. 14625Phone: (585) 385-1000Web: www.marriott.com/roccyGeneral manager: Jeff ShuttDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 95Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

■ Courtyard by Marriott Rochester West/Greece400 Paddy Creek CircleRochester, N.Y. 14615Phone: (585) 621-6050Web: www.marriott.com/rocgrGeneral manager: Lori PhillipsDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 78Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

■ Darien Lakes Econo Lodge8493 Alleghany RoadCorfu, N.Y. 14036Phone: (585) 599-4681

Web: www.econolodge.com/hotel/ny143

General manager: Julie StoneDirector of sales: Julie StoneNumber of guest rooms: 73Free airport shuttle: N

■ Diplomat Banquet Center and Hotel1 Diplomat WayRochester, N.Y. 14606Phone: (585) 647-1566Web: www.diplomatbanquetctr.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Justin Polizzi,

Louis PolizziDirector of sales: Julia KhouryDirector of catering: Julia KhouryCapacity in:

• Classroom seating: 1,600

■ DoubleTree Hotel Rochester1111 Jefferson RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 475-1510Web: www.rochester.

doubletree.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Basil BsisuDirector of sales: Mark McCabeDirector of catering: Sharon

McHenryNumber of guest rooms: 249Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

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■ The Edward Harris House Inn and River Cottage35 Argyle St.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 473-9752,

(800) 419-1213Web: www.edwardharrishouse.comEmail: innkeeper@

edwardharrishouse.com

General manager: Susan AlvarezDirector of catering: Susan

AlvarezNumber of guest rooms: 7Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

■ Extended Stay America–Rochester Greece600 Center Place DriveRochester, N.Y. 14615Phone: (585) 663-5558Web: www.extendedstayhotels.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Bob WilkinsNumber of guest rooms: 125


stay: $100 or less

■ Extended Stay America–Rochester Henrietta700 Commons WayRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 427-7580Web: www.extendedstayhotels.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Natalie MillerNumber of guest rooms: 127Average rate for single-night

stay: $100 or less

■ Fairfield Inn by Marriott Airport1200 Brooks Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14624Phone: (585) 529-5000Web: www.marriott.com/rocfaGeneral manager: Lynn RogowskiDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 62Free airport shuttle: YAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Fairfield Inn by Marriott Corning3 S. Buffalo St.Corning, N.Y. 14830Phone: (607) 937-9600Web: www.marriott.com/elmfiGeneral manager: Linda WrightDirector of sales: Lori WasilawskiNumber of guest rooms: 62Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester East/Webster915 Hard RoadWebster, N.Y. 14580Phone: (585) 671-1500Web: www.marriott.com/ROCWBGeneral manager: Ewa TurcoDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 62Free airport shuttle: NAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester South/Henrietta4695 West Henrietta RoadHenrietta, N.Y. 14467Phone: (585) 334-3350Web: www.marriott.com/rocfiGeneral manager: Christina BonelliDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 62Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Genesee Country Inn948 George St.Mumford, N.Y. 14511Phone: (585) 538-2500Web: www.geneseecountryinn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Deborah

StankevichDirector of sales: Deborah

Stankevich, Richard StankevichDirector of catering: Deborah

StankevichNumber of guest rooms: 10Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

■ The Greenwoods Bed & Breakfast Inn8136 Quayle RoadHoneoye, N.Y. 14471Phone: (800) 914-3559Web: www.greenwoodsinn.comNumber of guest rooms: 5Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Hampton Inn Geneva43 Lake St.Geneva, N.Y. 14456Phone: (345) 781-2035,

(877) 781-2035Web: www.geneva.hamptoninn.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 55Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Hampton Inn Rochester–Irondequoit1323 E. Ridge Road Rochester, N.Y. 14621Phone: (585) 339-3500Web: www.rochesterirondequoit.

hamptoninn.comEmail: ROCIR_hampton@

hilton.comNumber of guest rooms: 77Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

■ Hampton Inn Rochester North500 Center Place DriveRochester, N.Y. 14615Phone: (585) 663-6070Web: www.greecehamptoninn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Tamara EvansDirector of sales: Nancy SweazyNumber of guest rooms: 118Capacity in:

• Classroom seating: 30Free airport shuttle: YAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Hampton Inn–Webster/Rochester878 Hard RoadWebster, N.Y. 14580Phone: (585) 671-2050Web: www.rochesterwebster.

hamptoninn.comEmail: ROCWB_Hampton@

hilton.comGeneral manager: Chris MelloneDirector of sales: Jaime DengalDirector of catering: Jaime

DengalNumber of guest rooms: 90Capacity in:

• Classroom seating: 60Free airport shuttle: NAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

■ Hampton Inn and Suites7637 Route 96Victor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 924-4400


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Web: www.victorhamptoninn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Alan HoltDirector of sales: Denise LalleyNumber of guest rooms: 123Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites–Victor7502 Main St. FishersVictor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 672-2100Web: www.hiexpress.com/victorEmail: info-hiexpress@rochester.

rr.comGeneral manager: Robert BennettDirector of sales: Robert BennettNumber of guest rooms: 104Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites–Webster 860 Holt RoadWebster, N.Y. 14580Phone: (585) 872-0900Web: www.hiexpress.com/

websternyEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 104Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites–Henrietta 800 Jefferson RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 475-9190Web: www.holidayinn.com/

rochesternyGeneral manager: Manoj PatelDirector of catering: Brandy KlinkNumber of guest rooms: 120Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Holiday Inn Rochester Airport911 Brooks Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14624Phone: (585) 328-6000Web: www.hirochesterairport.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 279Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Homewood Suites Rochester-Greece400 Center Place DriveRochester, NY 14615Phone: 585-865-8534Web: www.rochestergreece.

homewoodsuites.com

Email: ROCCP_Homewood@ hilton.com

General manager: Kevin RosdahlDirector of sales: Vina PlataniaNumber of guest rooms: 95Average rate for single-night

stay: $100.00 - $149.00

n Homewood Suites575 Fishers Station DriveVictor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 869-7500Web: www.rochestervictor.

homewoodsuites.com

Email: [email protected] manager: Corey DooleyNumber of guest rooms: 90Capacity in:

• Classroom seating: 30Free airport shuttle: Y

Average rate for single-night stay: $101 to $200

n Hyatt Regency Rochester125 E. Main St.


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Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 546-1234Web: www.rochester.hyatt.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Nassy SaidianDirector of sales: Paul WaltersDirector of catering: Julie

BumgarnerNumber of guest rooms: 337Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Inn on Broadway26 BroadwayRochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 232-3595Web: www.innonbroadway.comNumber of guest rooms: 23Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n The Inn on the Lake770 S. Main St.Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-7800,

(585) 394-5003Web: www.theinnonthelake.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Chris BurnsDirector of sales: Judy WhiteDirector of catering: Linda

RohrachNumber of guest rooms: 134Capacity in:



n The Lodge at Bristol Harbour5410 Seneca Point RoadCanandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 396-2200Web: www.bristolharbour.comGeneral manager: Greg MulhernNumber of guest rooms: 31Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Morgan Samuels Inn B&B2920 Smith RoadCanandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-9232Web: www.morgansamuelsinn.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 6Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

n Radisson Hotel Rochester Airport175 Jefferson RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 475-1910Web: www.radisson.comGeneral manager: Frank ChikeyDirector of sales: Diane RaglandDirector of catering: Heather

LaValleyNumber of guest rooms: 171Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Residence Inn Rochester West/Greece500 Paddy Creek CircleRochester, N.Y. 14615Phone: (585) 865-2090Web: www.marriott.com/rocriGeneral manager: Lori PhillipsDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonNumber of guest rooms: 90Free airport shuttle: YAverage rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

n RIT Inn and Conference Center5257 West Henrietta RoadHenrietta, N.Y. 14467Phone: (585) 359-1800Web: www.ritinn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Janice EmersonDirector of sales: Vanessa GreeneDirector of catering: Carrie BeagleNumber of guest rooms: 304Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Radisson Hotel Rochester Riverside120 E. Main St.Rochester, N.Y. 14604

Phone: (585) 546-6400Web: www.radisson.com/

rochesterny_riversideNumber of guest rooms: 460Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Ramada Geneva Lakefront41 Lakefront DriveGeneva, N.Y. 14456Phone: (315) 789-0400Web: www.genevaramada.comNumber of guest rooms: 148Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Rochester Marriott Hotel1890 West Ridge Road Rochester, N.Y. 14615Phone: (585) 225-6880Web: www.marriott.com/rocapGeneral manager: Laura BennettDirector of sales: Lisa ThompsonDirector of catering: Travania

ClarkNumber of guest rooms: 210Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Staybridge Suites Rochester University1000 Genesee St.Rochester, N.Y. 14611Phone: (585) 527-9110Web: www.staybridge.com/

rochesterunivEmail: [email protected] manager: Brian PotterDirector of sales: Joanne

GiuseppettiDirector of catering: Bonnie

BuonomoNumber of guest rooms: 88Capacity in:



stay: $129.29 to $249.99

n Strathallan Hotel550 East Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 461-5010Web: www.strathallan.comNumber of guest rooms: 151Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200

n Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel16 N. Franklin St.Watkins Glen, N.Y. 14891Phone: (607) 535-6116Web: www.

watkinsglenharborhotel.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 104

Capacity in:• Classroom seating: 200


n White Farm Bed & Breakfast854 White RoadBrockport, N.Y. 14420Phone: (585) 637-0459Web: thewhitefarm.comNumber of guest rooms: 4

n The White Oak Bed & Breakfast277 Genesee St.Avon, N.Y. 14414Phone: (585) 226-6735Web: www.whiteoakbandb.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Barbara HermanNumber of guest rooms: 3Average rate for single-night

stay: $101 to $200

n Woodcliff Hotel & Spa199 Woodcliff DriveFairport, N.Y. 14450Phone: (585) 381-4000Web: www.woodcliffhotelspa.comEmail: welcome@

woodcliffhotelspa.comNumber of guest rooms: 234Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200


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n Beaver Hollow Conference Center1083 Pit RoadJava Center, N.Y. 14082Phone: (585) 457-3700 or

(800) 964-7903Web: www.beaverhollow.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Daniel EganDirector of sales: Kathy Egan,

Deirdre KingNumber of guest rooms: 91Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n The Best CenterOne College RoadBatavia, N.Y. 14020Phone: (585) 345-6868Web: www.bestcenter.orgEmail: [email protected] manager: Tina MarsceillDirector of sales: Tina MarsceillDirector of catering: Tyler Walis

n Byrncliff Resort and Conference Center2357 Humphrey RoadVarysburg, N.Y. 14167Phone: (585) 535-7300Web: www.byrncliff.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Scott

Meidenbauer, Patricia Meidenbauer

Director of sales: Lindsay EddyDirector of catering: Lynne

George, Kelly SchubertNumber of guest rooms: 25Average rate for single-night

stay: $100 or less

n Diplomat Banquet Center and Hotel1 Diplomat WayRochester, N.Y. 14606Phone: (585) 647-1566Web: www.diplomatbanquetctr.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Justin Polizzi,

Louis PolizziDirector of sales: Julia KhouryDirector of catering: Julia KhouryCapacity in:


n Eagle Vale Golf Club4344 Nine Mile Point RoadFairport, N.Y. 14450Phone: (585) 377-5200Web: www.eaglevale.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Jody StoddardDirector of sales: Ryan DillonDirector of catering: Ryan DillonCapacity in:


n The Inn on the Lake770 S. Main St.Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-7800,

(585) 394-5003Web: www.theinnonthelake.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Chris BurnsDirector of sales: Judy WhiteDirector of catering: Linda

RohrachNumber of guest rooms: 134Capacity in:



n Monroe Community College1000 East Henrietta RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 292-2010Web: www.monroecc.edu/go/ceCapacity in:


n OptiGolf Golf Centers10 Commerce DriveVictor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 924-4300Web: optigolfcenters.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Steve O’BrienDirector of sales: Michelle LathropCapacity in:


n RIT Inn and Conference Center5257 West Henrietta RoadHenrietta, N.Y. 14467Phone: (585) 359-1800Web: www.ritinn.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Janice EmersonDirector of sales: Vanessa GreeneDirector of catering: Carrie BeagleNumber of guest rooms: 304Capacity in:



stay: $101 to $200

n Rochester Plaza Hotel and Conference Center70 State St.Rochester, N.Y. 14614Phone: (585) 546-3450Web: www.rochesterplaza.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Paul KrempDirector of sales: Colleen CooganDirector of catering: Colleen

CooganNumber of guest rooms: 362Capacity in:

• Meeting rooms: 1,000• Classroom seating: 625


stay: $101 to $200

n Rochester Riverside Convention Center123 E. Main St.Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 232-7200Web: www.rrcc.comGeneral manager: Joseph Floreano Director of sales: Tracy ArmstrongDirector of catering: David

Carpenter

n Writers & Books Gell Center of the Finger Lakes740 University Ave. Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 473-2590, ext. 103Web: www.wab.org/gellEmail: [email protected] manager: Joe FlahertyDirector of sales: Kathy PottettiCapacity in:



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170 Specialty Shopsincluding Anthropologie, Coach, L.L. Bean, LUSH Cosmetics,

Pottery Barn, White House/Black Market (LEGO opening Spring 2012)

Major Department StoresJC Penney, Lord & Taylor, Macy’s, Sears

(Von Maur coming in 2013)

Fine DiningBiaggi’s, Bonefish Grill, Champps, P.F. Changs

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n Aurora Inn and E.B. Morgan House391 Main St.Aurora, N.Y. 13206Phone: (315) 364-8888,

(866) 364-8808Web: www.aurora-inn.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 17



n Belhurst Castle4069 S. Route 14, P.O. Box 609Geneva, N.Y. 14456

Phone: (315) 781-0201Web: www.belhurst.comNumber of guest rooms: 47Capacity in:

• Meeting rooms: 250Free airport shuttle: NAverage rate for single-night

stay: $201 to $350

n Bristol Harbour Resort5410 Seneca Point RoadCanandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 396-2200Web: www.bristolharbour.comGeneral manager: Greg MulhernNumber of guest rooms: 31



n Esperanza Mansion3456 Route 54ABluff Point, N.Y. 14478

Phone: (315) 536-4400Web: www.esperanzamansion.comEmail: [email protected] of guest rooms: 30Capacity in:


stay: $101 to $200


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n Agatina’s Restaurant2967 Buffalo RoadRochester, N.Y. 14624Phone: (585) 426-0510Web: www.agatinas.comEmail: [email protected] of catering: Marcy

FornataroCapacity in:


n Artisan Works565 Blossom Road, Suite LRochester, N.Y. 14610Phone: (585) 288-7170Web: www.artisanworks.comEmail: [email protected] in:


n Batavia Downs Casino8315 Park RoadBatavia, N.Y. 14020Phone: (585) 343-3750Web: www.bataviadownsgaming.

comCapacity in:


n Beaver Hollow Conference Center1083 Pit RoadJava Center, N.Y. 14082Phone: (585) 457-3700 or

(800) 964-7903Web: www.beaverhollow.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Daniel EganDirector of sales: Kathy Egan,

Deirdre KingNumber of guest rooms: 91Capacity in:

• Meeting rooms: 300


stay: $101 to $200

n Black & Blue Steak and Crab3349 Monroe Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14618Phone: (585) 421-8111Web: www.

blackandbluesteakandcrab.comCapacity in:


n Brockport Country Club3739 County Line RoadBrockport, N.Y. 14420Phone: (585) 638-5334Web: www.brockportcc.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Tim BerklewDirector of sales: Anna Berklew


n Burgundy Basin1361 Marsh RoadPittsford, N.Y. 14534Phone: (585) 248-2660Web: www.burgundybasin.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Mike Clarcq,

Carl ArenaCapacity in:

• Classroom seating: 2,000Free airport shuttle: N

n Carey Lake Restaurant and Banquet Hall959 Penfield RoadMacedon, N.Y. 14502Phone: (315) 986-1936Web: www.careylake.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Bruce Carey

Capacity in:• Classroom seating: 1,200

n Casa Larga Vineyards and Winery2287 Turk Hill RoadFairport, N.Y. 14450Phone: (585) 223-4210Web: www.casalarga.comEmail: [email protected] of catering: Belinda

AdamsCapacity in:


n Fair and Expo Center2695 East Henrietta RoadHenrietta, N.Y. 14467Phone: (585) 334-4000Web: www.fairandexpocenter.orgCapacity in:


n Frontier Field (Rochester Red Wings)1 Morrie Silver WayRochester, N.Y. 14608Phone: (585) 454-1001Web: www.redwingsbaseball.comEmail: [email protected]

n Gatherings at the Daisy Flour Mill1880 Blossom RoadRochester, N.Y. 14625Phone: (585) 381-0180Web: www.gatheringscatering.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Christopher

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester Victor7502 Main Street Fishers, Victor, NY 14564

585-672-2100holidayinnexpress.com/victor

n Gatherings at the Senator’s Mansion & Gatherings Catering Co.99 S. Main St.Churchville, N.Y. 14428Phone: (585) 293-2840Web: www.gatheringscatering.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Christopher

SteubingCapacity in:


n Genesee Country Village & Museum1410 Flint Hill RoadMumford, N.Y. 14511Phone: (585) 538-6822Web: www.gcv.orgEmail: [email protected] manager: Peter ArnoldCapacity in:


n George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film900 East Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 271-3361Web: www.eastmanhouse.orgEmail: [email protected] in:


n The German House315 Gregory St.Rochester, N.Y. 14620Phone: (585) 442-6880Web: www.thegermanhouse.comEmail: [email protected]

n Golden Ponds Restaurant and Party House500 Long Pond RoadRochester, N.Y. 14612Phone: (585) 723-1344Web: www.

goldenpondspartyhouse.comEmail: [email protected]

n Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum295 N. Main St.Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-1472Web: www.grangerhomestead.orgEmail: [email protected] in:


n Harro East Ballroom155 N. Chestnut St.Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 454-0230Web: www.harroeastballroom.comEmail: [email protected] in:



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n Hedges Nine Mile Point Restaurant1290 Lake RoadWebster, N.Y. 14580Phone: (585) 265-3850Web: www.hedgesninemilepoint.

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gmail.comGeneral manager: Thad SwiftCapacity in:


n High Tech Rochester Inc. 150 Lucius Gordon DriveWest Henrietta, N.Y. 14586Phone: (585) 214-2400Web: www.htr.orgEmail: [email protected] in:


n Italian American Community Center150 Frank DiMino WayRochester, N.Y. 14624Phone: (585) 594-8882Web: www.iaccrochester.orgEmail: [email protected] in:


n Lake Shore Country Club1165 Greenleaf RoadRochester, N.Y. 14612Phone: (585) 663-9100Web: www.lakeshore-cc.comEmail: [email protected]

n Lamplighter Restaurant831 Fetzner RoadRochester, N.Y. 14626Phone: (585) 225-2500Web: www.lamplighterrestaurant.

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n Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum dba The Strong1 Manhattan SquareRochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 263-2700Web: www.thestrong.orgEmail: [email protected] of sales: Debbie

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n Mario’s Italian Restaurant and Catering2740 Monroe Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14618Phone: (585) 271-1111Web: www.mariosit.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Anthony

DanieleDirector of sales: Carol GardnerDirector of catering: Carol GardnerCapacity in:


n Max of Eastman Place25 Gibbs St.Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 697-0491Web: www.maxofeastmanplace.com

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n Max at the Gallery500 University Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 697-0491Web: www.maxrochester.netEmail: [email protected] in:


n Max at High Falls60 Brown’s RaceRochester, N.Y. 14614Phone: (585) 697-0491Web: www.maxrochester.netEmail: [email protected];

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n Memorial Art Gallery of the University of Rochester500 University Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 276-8900Web: www.mag.rochester.edu/

facilitiesEmail: [email protected] manager: Karen StoltCapacity in:


n New York Wine & Culinary Center800 S. Main St.Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-7070Web: www.nywcc.comEmail: [email protected]


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The Genesee River, which runs through the heart of Rochester, has been a powerful force in the city’s economic development over nearly two centuries.

■ Pier 451000 N. River St.Rochester, N.Y. 14612Phone: (585) 232-7200Web: www.pier45attheport.comCapacity in:


■ Pieters Family Life Center 1025 Commons WayRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 487-3500Web: www.pietersfamilylifecenter.

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pietersfamilylifecenter.orgCapacity in:


■ Pomodoro Grill & Wine Bar3400 Monroe Ave. Rochester, N.Y. 14610Phone: (585) 586-7000Web: www.briobistro.comEmail: [email protected] in:


■ The Rabbit Room61 N. Main St.Honeoye Falls, N.Y. 14472Phone: (585) 582-1830Web: www.thelowermill.comEmail: [email protected] manager: Andrew

PennerDirector of sales: Alison DeMarcoDirector of catering: Sara GeenCapacity in:


■ Ravenwood Golf Club929 Lynaugh RoadVictor, N.Y. 14564Phone: (585) 924-5100Web: www.ravenwoodgolf.comEmail: mroeder@

ravenwoodgolf.comGeneral manager: Mike RoederDirector of catering: Jennifer

GossageCapacity in:


■ Richardson’s Canal House1474 Marsh RoadPittsford, N.Y. 14534Phone: (585) 248-5000Web: www.richardsonscanalhouse.

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■ Rick’s Prime Rib House898 Buffalo RoadRochester, N.Y. 14624Phone: (585) 235-2900Web: www.ricksprimeribhouse.comCapacity in:


■ Rochester Club Ballroom120 East Ave., Suite 201Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 232-7670Web: www.rochesterclub-ballroom.

comEmail: [email protected]

General manager: Charyleah Cordone

Capacity in:• Meeting rooms: 227• Classroom seating: 227

■ Rochester Museum & Science Center657 East Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14607Phone: (585) 271-4320Web: www.rmsc.orgDirector of catering: AnitaJoan

AngelicoCapacity in:


■ Rooney’s Restaurant90 Henrietta St.Rochester, N.Y. 14610Phone: (585) 442-0444Web: www.rooneysrestaurant.comEmail: [email protected] in:


■ Salmon Creek Country Club355 Washington St.Spencerport, N.Y. 14559Phone: (585) 352-3664Web: www.salmoncreekcc.comEmail: [email protected] in:


■ Seneca Park Zoo2222 St. Paul St.Rochester, N.Y. 14621Phone: (585) 295-7390Web: www.senecaparkzoo.orgEmail: [email protected] manager: Chip KneessyCapacity in:


■ Scotch ’N Sirloin3450 Winton RoadRochester, N.Y. 14623Phone: (585) 427-0808Web: www.scotchnsirloin.comEmail: scotchnsirloin@rochester.

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■ Shadow Lake Golf & Racquet Club1850 Five Mile Line RoadPenfield, N.Y. 14526Phone: (585) 385-2011Web: www.234golf.comEmail: [email protected] in:


■ Sheldrake Point Vineyard & Simply Red Lakeside Bistro7448 County Road 153Ovid, N.Y. 14521Phone: (607) 532-9401Web: www.sheldrakepoint.comEmail: [email protected]

■ Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park151 Charlotte St.Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 394-4922Web: www.sonnenberg.orgEmail: [email protected] manager: David

HutchingsDirector of sales: Deborah Kelly

Capacity in:• Meeting rooms: 72• Classroom seating: 24

■ Steamboat Landing Restaurant and Conference Center205 Lakeshore DriveCanandaigua, N.Y. 14424Phone: (585) 396-7350Web: www.steamboatlandingresort.

comCapacity in:


■ Susan B. Anthony House Inc.19 Madison Ave.Rochester, N.Y. 14608Phone: (585) 235-6124Web: www.susanbanthony.orgEmail: acallanan@

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■ Tapas 177 Lounge177 St. Paul St.Rochester, N.Y. 14604Phone: (585) 262-2090Web: www.tapas177.comEmail: [email protected] in:


■ Warfield’s Restaurant & Bakery7 W. Main St.Clifton Springs, N.Y. 14432Phone: (585) 462-7184Web: www.warfields.comEmail: [email protected] in:



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Visitors to the Central New York region are attracted by a series of

factors, including a central location, convenience of getting around, experi-ence hosting big events, recreation and culture, and many interesting places to see and things to do.

All that has helped make CNY — including Syracuse, the Mohawk Valley, and Greater Binghamton — a major destination for conventions, confer-ences, business meetings, and special events like athletic contests.

Central New York’s hospitality lead-ers say another draw is the way they personally service visiting groups, helping with all the details involved in

hosting a conference, convention, or other big event.

We turned to the Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau, Oneida County Tourism, and the Greater Binghamton Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for more information on what their parts of the region have to offer. Here is the information they provided.

SyracuseStrategically located in the

heart of New York State, Syracuse is easily accessible for most meet-ing attendees, with more than 63 million people located within a

350-mile radius of the city. Syracuse offers a variety of accommodations including more than 7,000 hotel rooms with 4,000 available for conventions. In addition, it provides flexible meeting and event facilities ranging from the time-honored Oncenter Convention Center and New York State Fairgrounds to the brand-new SRC Arena & Events Center, to the historic Landmark Theatre, onward to the iconic Carrier Dome.

Syracuse’s first-class natural resourc-es include more than 50 state, county, and city parks. The area’s abundant waterways continue to draw national, regional, and statewide athletic events such as Ironman 70.3 and Iron Girl Syracuse, both of which will return to the area in 2012. In addition to triath-lons, Syracuse is well respected for its first-rate fishing facilities including Oneida Lake, home to the 2012 B.A.S.S. Elite Series Oneida Championships. Syracuse continues to capitalize on its repeat customers and the growth of those events, in addition to securing new business opportunities, such as those in the expanding sustainability-meetings market segment, thanks to the community’s leadership in that area showcased by the Syracuse Cen-ter of Excellence and Destiny USA.

The Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau’s (SCVB) award-winning services

are complimentary based on hotel-room usage and include 24-hour availability during events. “Syracuse’s commitment to the customer experience brings event planners back over and over again,” says Tracey Kegebein, the SCVB’s vice presi-dent of sales and services.

Syracuse offers recreational and cultural activities that few cities of this size can. In addition to its many out-door parks, the Greater Syracuse area is home to more than 40 golf courses, and many museums and galleries, including the nationally known Everson Museum of Art and the Museum of Science & Technology. The Syracuse Opera is Central New York’s only year-round professional opera company, and the Syracuse Stage is the region’s pre-mier professional theatre. The spring 2012 grand opening of Carousel Cen-ter’s expansion will rebrand the retail destination as Destiny USA, the sixth largest mall in America. With a unique mix of traditional and outlet retail, entertainment, and dining, the expan-sion portion is on track to become the largest LEED Gold-certified retail struc-ture in the country.

Mohawk ValleyIts convenient location just off the New

York State Thruway (I-90) — Exits 31, 32, and 33 — makes Greater Utica, Rome, and Verona, a popular destination for successful

CNY offers attractions, events in addition to central location

■ For tourist

information and group & visitor guides,

go to these sources.

Greater Binghamton Convention and Visitor’s Bureauwww.VisitBinghamton.org(800) 836-6740Contact: Judi Hess, tourism and special events [email protected]

Oneida County Tourismwww.oneidacountycvb.comContact: Sarah Foster, director of group sales (800) 426-3132 [email protected].

Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureauwww.VisitSyracuse.orgContact: Tracey Kegebein, vice president of sales & services, (315) [email protected]

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gatherings. Meeting venues are within 20 to 40 minutes of Syracuse Hancock International Air-port and Amtrak provides service with train stations in Utica and Rome.

Whether you need space for 10 people or 10,000, the area provides state-of-the-art facilities, numerous banquet halls, and a variety of non-traditional venues offering options and opportunities for memorable meetings. The area has more than 2,700 rooms available at AAA Four Diamond resort hotels, national chains, and independently owned properties. A new La Quinta Inn will open in Verona this winter, followed by a new Hampton Inn & Suites opening in the summer in New Hartford. Vernon Downs Casino Hotel completed an $8.1 million expansion project in July 2011, adding more than 16,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, a new restaurant, and an outdoor terrace for events.

The Oneida Nation enterprise, Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, has become an increasingly prominent attraction for visi-tors from across New York State and beyond. Turning Stone offers gaming, four hotels, 19 restaurants, two spas, a 175-site RV park, and a wide range of diverse live entertainment. Having previously hosted PGA Championship events, it has five golf courses, including three nationally ranked championship courses and an indoor golf-training center. Turning Stone also offers a 5,000-seat event center, an 800-

seat showroom, and a conference center.If you’re looking to bring a group tour,

reunion, or social event to the area, there’s no shortage of attractions and things to do. Get creative with your networking activities and include a game of curling, enjoy live entertain-

ment in Utica’s brewery district, or take an exclusive behind-the-scenes factory tour at Saranac Brewery, Harden Furniture, or Meyda Tiffany Lighting.

Greater BinghamtonAt the confluence of the

Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers lies Greater Binghamton, a region rich in scenic beauty, enchanting villages, and lively cities. Its central location at the junctions of I-81, I-88, and NY 17 (future I-86) make it easily accessible within New York State. Add that to its 2,500 first-class, affordable, overnight accommo-dations, modern meeting/exhibit facilities, and top-quality sports venues, and you have all the ingredients for a successful event.

There are more than 250 restaurants, from locally owned and operated eateries to nationally recognized chains. You can choose to frequent quaint antique stores, specialty shops, or top brand names. Attractions in the area include the Roberson Museum & Science Center, The Bundy Museum of History & Art, the Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park, the Discov-ery Center of the Southern Tier, the Phelps Mansion Museum, Windy Hill Candle Factory, Cider Mill, and Antique Row. From Memorial

Day through Labor Day you can take a spin on one of the six antique carousels — the largest collection in the world. Culturally, the area offers art galleries and studios, the Broadway Theatre League, Tri-Cities Opera, Binghamton Symphony, and a repertory theatre.

AHL hockey (Binghamton Senators), AA baseball (B-Mets), Champions Tour profes-sional golf (Dick’s Sporting Goods Open), USTA Tennis (Binghamton Tennis Challeng-er), and more than a dozen top-quality golf courses await the sports enthusiast. Parks, campgrounds, and hiking and biking trails are sure to please outdoor fans.

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n Best Western Carriage House Inn300 Washington St.Watertown, NY 13601Phone: (315) 782-8000Website: www.bestwestern.comGeneral Manager: Jeri McInnisNumber of guest rooms: 160Average rate for single-night

stay*: $89 to $140

n Best Western Gateway Adirondack Inn175 N. Genesee St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 732-4121Website: www.bestwestern.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: John BarronNumber of guest rooms: 89Average rate for single-night

stay*: $90 to $150

n Best Western Plus6555 Old Collamer Road SouthSyracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 437-2761Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Roger DotyrDirector of Sales: Kristin NagyNumber of guest rooms: 185Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $99 to $159

n Best Western Syracuse Airport InnHancock International AirportNorth Syracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 455-7362Website: www.bestwesternsyracuse.

comGeneral Manager: Scott ParodyNumber of guest rooms: 95Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $70 to $150

n Binghamton Riverwalk Hotel and Conference Center225 Water St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 722-7575Website: www.theriverwalkhotel.

comEmail: inquires@theriverwalkhotel.

comGeneral Manager: Bud NolanNumber of guest rooms: 204Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $110

n Binghamton/Vestal Hampton Inn & Suites3708 Vestal Parkway E.Vestal, NY 13850Phone: (607) 797-5000Website: www.hamptoninn.comEmail: bgmhs_hampton_suites@

hilton.comGeneral Manager: JoAnne

Muniak Director of Sales: Julie CoughlinNumber of guest rooms: 79Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $113 to $189

n Candlewood Suites6550 Baptist WayEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-1684Website: www.candlewoodsuites.

comGeneral Manager: John TeesNumber of guest rooms: 92Average rate for single-night

stay: $78 to $121

n Candlewood Suites Syracuse Airport5414 South Bay RoadNorth Syracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 454-8999Website: www.candlewoodsuites.

com

Email: [email protected]

General Manager: Edward Buczek Director of Sales: Tarrie KissaneNumber of guest rooms: 124Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $79 to $149

n Clarion Inn & Suites Fairgrounds100 Farrell RoadSyracuse, NY 13209Phone: (315) 457-8700Website: www.clarion-syracuse.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Karen Crosby Sales Manager: Janelle HartNumber of guest rooms: 143Average rate for single-night

stay: $79 to $102

n Comfort Inn & Suites - Syracuse 6701 Buckley RoadSyracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 457-4000Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mary Jane

Arnold Director of Sales: Kyle HartleyNumber of guest rooms: 166Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $95 to $149

n Comfort Inn at Carrier Circle6491 Thompson RoadSyracuse, NY 13206Phone: (315) 437-0222Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Kathy Shue Director of Sales: Kyle HartleyNumber of guest rooms: 107Average rate for single-night

stay: $69 to $129

n Courtyard Binghamton3801 Vestal Parkway E.Vestal, NY 13850Phone: (607) 644-1000Website: www.marriott.com/bgmvsEmail: [email protected] Manager: Gwenda WardNumber of guest rooms: 78Average rate for single-night

stay: $129 to $300

n Courtyard Syracuse6415 Yorktown CircleEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-0300Website: www.syracusecourtyard.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Brad Zimmer Assistant General Manager:

Thomas CaracciNumber of guest rooms: 149Average rate for single-night

stay: $123 to $191

n Craftsman Inn & Conference Center7300 E. Genesee St.Fayetteville, NY 13066Phone: (315) 637-8000Website: www.craftsmaninn.comE-mail: [email protected] Manager: Randy MaloneDirector of Sales: Rachel AlcaroNumber of guest rooms: 90Average rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $129

n CrestHill Suites6410 New Venture Gear DriveEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-5595Website: www.cresthillsuites.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: James StockerDirector of Marketing

Communications: Joe StabbNumber of guest rooms: 85Free airport shuttle: Yes


n Crowne Plaza Syracuse701 E. Genesee St.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 479-7000Website: www.cpsyracuse.comEmail: [email protected] of Operations: Dan

BunnellDirector of Sales & Marketing:

Deidre WetelainenNumber of guest rooms: 279Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $159 to $299

n DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse6301 State Route 298 E.East Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-0200Website: www.syracuse.

doubletree.comGeneral Manager: Randy

Taormina Director of Sales & Marketing:

Bill Williams Director of Catering: Linda BennNumber of guest rooms: 250Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $499

n Embassy Suites Syracuse6646 Old Collamer Road S.East Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 446-3200Website: www.syracuse.

embassysuites.comGeneral Manager: Thomas OlsenNumber of guest rooms: 215Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $149- $329

n Extended Stay America/Syracuse - DeWitt6630 Old Collamer RoadEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 463-1958Website: www.extendedstay.comEmail: lbroderick@extendedstay.

comHotel Manager: Barb PrattRegional Director of Sales: Larry

BroderickNumber of guest rooms: 121Average rate for single-night

stay: $78 to $96

n Fairfield Inn & Suites5280 Willow PlaceVerona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 363-8888Website: www.marriott.com/syrvrGeneral Manager: Thomas E.

BatesNumber of guest rooms: 93Average rate for single-night

stay*: $149 to $174

n Genesee Grande Hotel1060 E. Genesee St.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 476-4212Website: www.geneseegrande.comEmail: hospitality@geneseegrande.

comGeneral Manager: Robert Benetti Conference Service Manager:

Jodi O’KeyNumber of guest rooms: 159Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $156 to $223

n The Grand Royale Hotel79 Collier StreetBinghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 722-0000Website: www.grandroyalehotel.

com

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comOperations Manager: Melissa

RahimovDirector of Sales: Kristen M.

Seyerlein Number of guest rooms: 61Average rate for single-night

stay: $89 to $249

■ Hampton Inn Carrier Circle6605 Old Collamer RoadEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 463-6443Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mark

Goodfellow Director of Sales: Kyle HartleyNumber of guest rooms: 115Average rate for single-night

stay: $98 to $181

■ Hampton Inn Utica172-180 N. Genesee St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 733-1200Website: www.utica.hamptoninn.

comGeneral Manager: Justin Zarnoch Assistant General Manager:

Maria BoyerNumber of guest rooms: 83Average rate for single-night

stay*: $115 to $193

■ Hilton Garden Inn6004 Fair Lakes RoadEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 431-4800Website: www.syracuse.hgi.com

General Manager: Robert McSweeney

Director of Sales: Eva ZmudoskyNumber of guest rooms: 100Average rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $249

■ Holiday Inn Arena - Binghamton2-8 Hawley St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 722-1212Website: www.

holidayinnbinghamton.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Robert GreeneDirector of Sales: William StacyNumber of guest rooms: 237Average rate for single-night

stay: $129 to $149

■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Binghamton University - Vestal3615 Vestal Parkway E.Vestal, NY 13850Phone: (607) 348-0088Website: www.hiexpress.com/

binghamtonnyEmail: [email protected]: Thomas M. BedoskyDirector of Sales: Laurie M. Stanchak Number of guest rooms: 81Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $119 to $159

■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Cicero5860 Carmenica Drive

Cicero, NY 13039Phone: (315) 288-5700Website: www.hiexpress.com/

syracusenorthEmail: [email protected]: Jacob Wright General Manager: Eric RidleyAssistant General Manager:

Daniel SmithNumber of guest rooms: 71Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $97 to $153

■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - DeWitt5908 Widewaters ParkwayEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 373-0123Website: www.hiexpress.com/

syracuseeastEmail: deanna@actioncompanies.

com CEO: Jacob WrightGeneral Manager: Deanna L.

Granato Number of guest rooms: 89Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $149

■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Fairgrounds6946 Winchell RoadWarners, NY 13164Phone: (315) 701-5000Website: www.hiexpress.com/

syrfairgroundsEmail: johnathan@

actioncompanies.com

CEO: Jacob WrightGeneral Manager: Johnathan

Rodriquez Director of Sales: Heidi Hackett Number of guest rooms: 87Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $97 to $131

■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Syracuse Airport5418 South Bay RoadNorth Syracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 454-0999Website: www.hiexpress.com/

syracusenyEmail: [email protected] Manager: Conrad Struzik Director of Sales: Stacey Philips Front Office Manager: Michelle

Groth Number of guest rooms: 95Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $159

■ Holiday Inn Utica1777 Burrstone RoadNew Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 797-2131Website: www.holiday-inn.com/

uticanyEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mark MosconiNumber of guest rooms: 100Average rate for single-night

stay*: $96 to $149

■ Holiday Inn Waterloo-Seneca Falls2468 State Route 414

Waterloo, NY 13165Phone: (315) 539-5011Website: www.hiwaterloo.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Scott Bullock Director of Sales & Marketing:

Melissa Oliver Number of guest rooms: 147Average rate for single-night

stay: $89 to $199

■ Homewood Suites by Hilton275 Elwood Davis RoadLiverpool, NY 13088Phone: (315) 451-3800Website: www.homewoodsuites.

comEmail: [email protected]: Carmen EmmiGeneral Manager: Missy Hughes Assistant General Manager: Sara

Rivizzigno Number of guest rooms: 102Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $123 to $192

■ Homewood Suites Ithaca by Hilton36 Cinema DriveIthaca, NY 14850Phone: (607) 266-0000Website: www.ithaca.

homewoodsuites.com Email: [email protected] Manager: Lynda Plain Director of Sales: Alisha CaseNumber of guest rooms: 91Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $289

■ Hope Lake Lodge and Indoor Water Park2177 Clute RoadCortland, NY 13045Phone: (800) 955-2754Website: www.

greekpeakmtnresort.comEmail: lodge@greekpeakmtnresort.

comVP of Sales & Marketing: Kevin

Morrin Number of guest rooms: 150Average rate for single-night

stay: $169 to $600

■ Hotel Clarence108 Fall St.Seneca Falls, NY 13148Phone: (315) 712-4000Website: www.hotelclarence.comEmail: guestservices@hotelclarence.

comRegional Hotel Manager: Jimmy

Wulforst General Manager: Frankie Cottrel, Food & Beverage Director: Chef

Dave Gibson Number of guest rooms: 48Average rate for single-night

stay: $89 to $109

■ Hotel Skyler601 S. Crouse Ave.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (800) 365-4663Website: www.hotelskyler.comGeneral Manager: Robert BenettiNumber of guest rooms: 58Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $169 to $359

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stay*: $119 to $180

■ Howard Johnson Binghamton1156 Upper Front St.Binghamton, NY 13905Phone: (607) 722-5353Website: www.hojo.comEmail:

[email protected]

General Manager: Alka Patel Sales: Cindy Elwood Guest Services: Aron BellNumber of guest rooms: 67Average rate for single-night

stay: $60 to $99

■ The Inn at the Beeches7900 Turin Road, Route 26NRome, NY 13440Phone: (315) 336-1775Website: www.thebeeches.comEmail: [email protected] & General Manager:

Frank Destito Number of guest rooms: 76Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $95 to $275

■ Inn at the Finger Lakes12 Seminary Ave.Auburn, NY 13021Phone: (315) 253-5000Website: www.innatthefingerlakes.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Jackie LewisDirector of Sales: Rita TrentiNumber of guest rooms: 77Average rate for single-night

stay: $89 to $169

■ Inn at Turning Stone5558 W. Main St.Verona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-8696Website: www.turning-stone.comCEO: Ray Halbritter COO: Peter CarmenVP Hospitality: Karen Ramirez VP Sales & Marketing: Ed

AllmannNumber of guest rooms: 61Average rate for single-night

stay: $69 to $339

■ Lake Ontario Conference Center & Hotel 26 E. 1st St.Oswego, NY 13126Phone: (315) 343-5121Website: www.bestwestern.comEmail: gbroadwelljr@oswegowfd.

comDirector of Sales: George S.

Broadwell

Number of guest rooms: 203Average rate for single-night

stay: $95 to $155

■ The Maplewood Inn400 7th North St.Liverpool, NY 13088Phone: (315) 451-1511Website: www.themaplewoodinn.

comEmail: info@themaplewoodinn.

comGeneral Manager: Todd Buchko Director of Sales & Marketing:

Danielle Thousand Number of guest rooms: 137Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $99 to $299

■ Microtel Inn & Suites5118 Route 365Verona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 363-1850Website: www.microtelinn.comEmail: [email protected].

comGeneral Manager: Cameron

RainesNumber of guest rooms: 81Average rate for single-night

stay: $70 to $119

■ Owego Treadway Inn & Suites1100 State Route 17COwego, NY 13827Phone: (607) 687-4500

Website: www.owegotreadway.com

Email: [email protected]: Kathryn Potter General Manager: James VonEschDirector of Sales: Laura B.

CostelloNumber of guest rooms: 92Average rate for single-night

stay*: $119 to $124

■ ParkView Hotel713 E. Genesee St.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 701-2600Website: www.theparkviewhotel.

comEmail: hospitality@

theparkviewhotel.comGeneral Manager: Robert BenettiNumber of guest rooms: 83Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $129 to $189

■ Quality Inn401 7th North St.Liverpool, NY 13088Phone: (315) 451-6000Website: www.choicehotels.comEmail: [email protected]: Curtis Patel General Manager: Pamela SmithNumber of guest rooms: 80Average rate for single-night

stay: call for prices

■ Quality Inn & Suites at Binghamton University4105 Vestal Parkway E.Vestal, NY 13850Phone: (607) 729-6371Website: www.qualityinn.comGeneral Manager: Ray CrouseNumber of guest rooms: 142Average rate for single-night

stay*: $109 to $139

■ Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront Hotel70 E. 1st St.Oswego, NY 13126Phone: (315) 343-1600Website: www.choicehotels.comEmail: sbroadwell@oswegowfd.

comAssistant General Manager:

Chris Jones Number of guest rooms: 92Average rate for single-night

stay: $99 to $209

■ Quality Inn, East Syracuse6611 Old Collamer RoadEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-9333Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Urso AubreyDirector of Sales: Kyle HartleyNumber of guest rooms: 134Average rate for single-night

stay: $65 to $89

■ Quality Inn of Rome200 S. James St.Rome, NY 13440Phone: (315) 336-4300Website: www.qualityinn.com/ires/

hotel/ny153Email: [email protected] Manager: Mansukh V.

PaghdalNumber of guest rooms: 104Average rate for single-night

stay: $77 to $135

■ Radisson Hotel Utica200 Genesee St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 797-8010Website: www.radisson.com/

uticanyEmail: [email protected] Manager: David

Cocomazzi Director of Food & Beverage:

Philip Torraco Number of guest rooms: 162Average rate for single-night

stay: $80 to $230

■ Ramada Inn Syracuse1305 Buckley RoadNorth Syracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 457-8670Website: www.ramadasyracuse.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Judy HerzigSenior Sales Manager: Donna

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Located just off the NYS Thruway I-90 at Exits 31, 32, & 33, our convenient loca-tion makes us an exceptional destination for successful gatherings. Whether you need space for ten or 10,000 people, there is a meeting facility for you with numerous banquet halls and a variety of non-traditional venues, too. Choose from luxurious Four Diamond resort hotel accommodations to quaint bed and breakfasts. Take your palate on a world tour of taste…our extraordinary eth-nic diversity yields a bounty of unique cuisines.

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n Ramada Limited Syracuse6590 Thompson RoadSyracuse, NY 13206Phone: (315) 463-0202Website: www.the.ramada.comOwner: Alam Virk, OwnerMarketing Manager: Nicole

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stay: $45 to $55

n Ramada - Utica Area/New Hartford141 New Hartford St.New Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 735-3392Website: www.ramada.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Sandip PatelNumber of guest rooms: 104Average rate for single-night

stay*: $75 to $161

n The Red Mill Inn4 Syracuse St.Baldwinsville, NY 13027Phone: (315) 635-4871Website: www.theredmillinn.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Danielle

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stay: $99 to $169

n Red Roof Inn20 Weaver St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 724-7128Website: www.redroof.comGeneral Manager: Bethany

PetriskiNumber of guest rooms: 112Average rate for single-night

stay*: $55 to $110

n Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center801 University Ave.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 475-3000Website: www.sheratonsyracuse.

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General Manager: David H. Heymann

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Number of guest rooms: 235Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $128 to $219

n SpringHill Suites by Marriott – Carrier Circle6580 Weighlock DriveDeWitt, NY 13057Phone: (315) 437-0056Website: www.marriott.comGeneral Manager: Danielle

NeuserNumber of guest rooms: 119Average rate for single-night

stay: $123 to $191

n Super 8 Motel650 Old Front St.Binghamton, NY 13905Phone: (607) 773-8111Website: www.super8.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: David

AgustinesNumber of guest rooms: 60Free airport shuttle: YesAverage rate for single-night

stay: $49 to $69

n The Hotel at Turning Stone 5218 Patrick RoadVerona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-7711Website: www.turningstone.comCEO: Ray Halbritter COO: Peter CarmenVP Hospitality: Karen Ramirez VP Sales & Marketing: Ed


stay: $69 to $339

n The Lodge at Turning Stone 5218 Patrick RoadVerona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-7711Website: www.turningstone.comCEO: Ray Halbritter COO: Peter CarmenVP Hospitality: Karen Ramirez VP Sales & Marketing: Ed


stay: $69 to $339

n The Towers at Turning Stone 5218 Patrick Road

Verona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-7711Website: www.turningstone.comCEO: Ray Halbritter COO: Peter CarmenVP Hospitality: Karen Ramirez VP Sales & Marketing: Ed


stay: $69 to $339

n Traditions at the Glen Hotel & Conference Center4101 Watson Blvd.Johnson City, NY 13790Phone: (607) 797-2381Website: http://traditionsresort.

com/Email: front.desk1@

traditionsresort.comGeneral Manager: Candace Jones Corporate & Catering Sales

Manager: Chris BreskiRooms Division Sales Manager:

Kristen Fata Number of guest rooms: 41Average rate for single-night

stay: $109 to $239

n Vernon Downs Casino and Hotel4229 Stuhlman RoadVernon, NY 13476

Phone: (315) 829-3400Website: www.vernondowns.comPresident & GM, Tioga Downs

& Vernon Downs: Thomas Osiecki

VP & General Manager: Scott Freeman

Senior Sales and Catering Manager: Amy Preble

Number of guest rooms: 155Average rate for single-night

stay*: $79 to $199

n Wingate by Wyndham90 Dart CircleRome, NY 13441Phone: (315) 334-4244Website: www.wingateInns.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Dawn CreverNumber of guest rooms: 76Average rate for single-night

stay*: $126 to $169

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■ Geneva On The Lake1001 Lochland RoadGeneva, NY 14456Phone: (315) 789-7190Website: www.genevaonthelake.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: William J.

SchickelCatering Manager: Christine ClarkNumber of guest rooms: 29Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 463Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 30• Theater seating: 40


■ Greek Peak Mountain Resort2000 Route 392Cortland, NY 13045Phone: (800) 955-2754Website: www.

greekpeakmtnresort.comEmail: lodge@greekpeakmtnresort.

comVP of Sales & Marketing: Kevin

MorrinNumber of guest rooms: 150Number of meeting rooms: 9Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 10,672Seating capacity in:



■ La Tourelle Resort & Spa1150 Danby RoadIthaca, NY 14850Phone: (607) 273-2734 Website: www.latourelle.comEmail: [email protected] Director: Scott Wiggins General Manager: Leslie Leonard Catering Manager: Eileen AhartNumber of guest rooms: 55Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,000Seating capacity in:



stay: $100 to $275

■ Mirbeau Inn and Spa851 W. Genesee St.Skaneateles, NY 13152Phone: (315) 685-5006Website: www.mirbeau.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Chris Pulito Sales Manager: Catherine SinclairNumber of guest rooms: 34Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 1,756Seating capacity in:


Average rate for single-night stay: $139 - $395

■ Riveredge Resort17 Holland St.Alexandria Bay, NY 13607

Phone: (315) 482-9917Website: www.riveredge.comEmail: [email protected] of Sales: Justin MannNumber of guest rooms: 128Number of meeting rooms: 10Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 1,290Seating capacity in:



■ Traditions at the Glen Hotel & Conference Center4101 Watson Blvd.Johnson City, NY 13790Phone: (607) 797-2381Website: http://traditionsresort.

com/Email: front.desk1@traditionsresort.

comGeneral Manager: Candace Jones Corporate & Catering Sales

Manager: Chris Breski

Rooms Division Sales Manager: Kristen Fata

Number of guest rooms: 41Number of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 6,560Seating capacity in:



■ Turning Stone Resort Casino5218 Patrick Road

Verona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-7711Website: www.turningstone.comCEO: Ray Halbritter COO: Peter Carmen VP Hospitality: Karen Ramirez VP Sales & Marketing: Ed

AllmannNumber of guest rooms: 711Number of meeting rooms: 20Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 30,000Seating capacity in:

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HotelsConference Centers/Meeting & Banquet Facilitiesn Bayshore 104 Bayshore DriveOswego, NY 13126Phone: (315) 343-5121 Website: www.bayshoregrove.comEmail: [email protected] of Special Events:

George S. BroadwellNumber of meeting rooms: 1Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 5,800Seating capacity in:

• Banquet seating: 350• Theater seating: 420• Classroom seating: 220

n The Beeches of Rome, Inc.7900 Turin Road, Route 26NRome, NY 13440Phone: (315) 336-1700Website: www.thebeeches.comEmail: [email protected] & General Manager:

Orlando J. Destito Banquet Manager: Dawn Hediger Number of guest rooms: 76Number of meeting rooms: 10Seating capacity in:


n Best Western Plus6555 Old Collamer Road SouthSyracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 437-2761Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Roger Doty Director of Sales: Kristin NagyNumber of guest rooms: 185Number of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,400Seating capacity in:


n Binghamton Riverwalk Hotel and Conference Center225 Water St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 722-7575Website: www.theriverwalkhotel.comEmail: inquires@theriverwalkhotel.

comGeneral Manager: Bud Nolan Director of Sales: Patty Weist Director of Catering Sales:

Katrina O’Dea-McLallen Number of guest rooms: 204Number of meeting rooms: 13Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,350Seating capacity in:

• Banquet seating: 630• Theater seating: 1,100• Classroom seating: 400

n Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena1 Stuart St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 778-1528Website: www.broomearena.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Brian L. HoffmanNumber of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 30,000Seating capacity in:

• Banquet seating: 4,500• Theater seating: 7,000• Classroom seating: 5,500

n Carnegie Conference Center @ Driver’s Village5885 E. Circle DriveCicero, NY 13039Phone: (315) 451-1803Website: www.carnegiecatering.comEmail: carnegiecatering@

carnegiecatering.comOwner: Joe LisowskiNumber of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 12,000Seating capacity in:


n Catering at the ZooOne Conservation PlaceSyracuse, NY 13204Phone: (315) 435-8511 x106Website: www.cateringatthezoo.orgEmail: jmahler@

rosamondgiffordzoo.orgDirector of Food & Beverage:

James MahlerNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,000Seating capacity in:


n Celebrations Banquet Facility & Catering2331 Slaterville RoadIthaca, NY 14850Phone: (607) 539-7416Website: www.

celebrationsbanquetfacility.comEmail: info@

celebrationsbanquetfacility.comOwner: John MorseOwner: Laurie MorseNumber of meeting rooms: 1Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 5,000Seating capacity in:


n Clarion Inn & Suites Fairgrounds100 Farrell Road

Syracuse, NY 13209Phone: (315) 457-8700Website: www.clarion-syracuse.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Karen Crosby Sales Manager: Janelle HartNumber of guest rooms: 143Number of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,234Seating capacity in:


n Clarion University HotelOne Sheraton DriveIthaca, NY 14850Phone: (607) 257-2000Website: www.clarionhotel.com/

hotel-ithaca-new_york-NY051Owner: Daniel HomikGeneral Manager: Stan Witco Director of Sales: Deanna

LockwoodNumber of guest rooms: 106Number of meeting rooms: 11Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,250Seating capacity in:


n Comfort Inn & Suites - Syracuse 6701 Buckley RoadSyracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 457-4000Website: www.syrhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mary Jane Arnold Director of Sales: Kyle HartleyNumber of guest rooms: 166Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,132Seating capacity in:


n Courtyard Syracuse6415 Yorktown CircleEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 432-0300Website: www.syracusecourtyard.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Brad ZimmerAssistant General Manager:

Thomas Caracci Number of guest rooms: 149Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 625Seating capacity in:


n Craftsman Inn & Conference Center7300 E. Genesee St.

Fayetteville, NY 13066Phone: (315) 637-8000Website: www.craftsmaninn.comE-mail: [email protected] Manager: Randy MaloneDirector of Sales: Rachel AlcaroNumber of guest rooms: 90Number of meeting rooms: 5Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,430Seating capacity in:

• Banquet rooms: 200• Theater seating: 200• Classroom seating: 85

n Crowne Plaza Syracuse701 E. Genesee St.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 479-7000Website: www.cpsyracuse.comEmail: [email protected] of Operations: Dan

Bunnell Director of Sales & Marketing:

Deidre WetelainenNumber of guest rooms: 279Number of meeting rooms: 16Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 12,000Seating capacity in:


n Crystal Chandelier Restaurant & Banquet Facility4579 State Route 28Middleville, NY 13406Phone: (315) 866-2011Website: www.crystalchandelier.netEmail: [email protected]/Operator: Rudolph F. Scialdo, II


• Banquet seating: 250• Theater seating: 300

n Daniele’s at Valley View620 Memorial ParkwayUtica, NY 13501Phone: (315) 733-8358Website: www.danielesonline.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Jeffery E.

DanielsNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,000Seating capacity in:


n Daniele’s Banquet Specialists8360 Seneca TurnpikeNew Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 733-8358Website: www.danielesonline.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Jeffery E.

DanielsNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 15,000Seating capacity in:


n DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse6301 State Route 298 E.East Syracuse, NY 13057

Phone: (315) 432-0200Website: www.syracuse.

doubletree.comGeneral Manager: Randy Taormina Director of SM: Bill Williams Director of Catering: Linda Benn Number of guest rooms: 250Number of meeting rooms: 14Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 12,000Seating capacity in:


n Drumlins Country Club800 Nottingham RoadSyracuse, NY 13224Phone: (315) 446-4555Website: www.drumlins.comBanquet Sales Manager: Reenie

CostelloNumber of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 9,400Seating capacity in:


n Embassy Suites Syracuse6646 Old Collamer Road S.East Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 446-3200Website: www.syracuse.

embassysuites.comGeneral Manager: Thomas OlsenNumber of guest rooms: 215Number of meeting rooms: 10Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 5,000Seating capacity in:

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■ Genesee Grande Hotel1060 E. Genesee St.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 476-4212Website: www.geneseegrande.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Robert Benetti Conference Services Manager: Jodi

O’Key Number of guest rooms: 159Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 6,100Seating capacity in:


■ Geneva On The Lake1001 Lochland RoadGeneva, NY 14456Phone: (315) 789-7190Website: www.genevaonthelake.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: William J. Schickel Catering Manager: Christine Clark Number of guest rooms: 29Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 463Seating capacity in:


■ Greater Oneida Kallet Civic Center159 Main St.Oneida, NY 13421Phone: (315) 363-8525Website: www.kalletciviccenter.orgEmail: [email protected] President: Michele Haynes-Newman

Office Administrator: Audrey B. MaglioccaNumber of meeting rooms: 1Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,000Seating capacity in:


■ Greek Peak Mountain Resort2000 Route 392Cortland, NY 13045Phone: (800) 955-2754Website: www.greekpeakmtnresort.comEmail: [email protected] of Sales & Marketing: Kevin Morrin Number of guest rooms: 150Number of meeting rooms: 9Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 10,672Seating capacity in:


■ Hart’s Hill Inn135 Clinton St.Whitesboro, NY 13492Phone: (315) 736-3011Website: www.hartshillinn.comEmail: [email protected] & Owner: Scott David

Lichorowic Owner: Barbara LichorowicNumber of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,500Seating capacity in:


■ Hathaway House3976 Route 41PO Box 621McGraw, NY 13101Phone: (607) 836-6006Website: www.hathawayhousecny.comEmail: [email protected]: Anthony TinelliVP/Chef: Gina TinelliNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,300Seating capacity in:


■ Herkimer County Community College Conference Services100 Reservoir RoadHerkimer, NY 13350Phone: (315) 866-0300Website: www.herkimer.eduEmail: [email protected] of Sales: Cindy Brewer Director of Continuing Education:

William McDonald Catering/America Food & Vending:

Colin FistrowiczNumber of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,500Seating capacity in:


■ Hill Top Inn Restaurant, Banquets, & Catering171 Jerusalem Hill RoadElmira, NY 14901Phone: (607) 732-6728Website: www.hill-top-inn.comEmail: [email protected]: Michael P. SullivanNumber of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 8,000Seating capacity in:


■ Hilton Garden Inn6004 Fair Lakes RoadEast Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 431-4800Website: www.syracuse.hgi.comGeneral Manager: Robert McSweeneyDirector of Sales: Eva ZmudoskyNumber of guest rooms: 100Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,400Seating capacity in:


■ Holiday Inn Arena - Binghamton2-8 Hawley St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 722-1212Website: www.holidayinnbinghamton.

comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Robert GreeneDirector of Sales: William StacyNumber of guest rooms: 237Number of meeting rooms: 9Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 6,000Seating capacity in:


■ Holiday Inn Syracuse/Liverpool441 Electronics ParkwayLiverpool, NY 13088Phone: (315) 457-1122Website: www.holidayinn.com/syr/I-90ext37Email: [email protected] Manager: James GallagherNumber of guest rooms: 197Number of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 30,000Seating capacity in:

• Banquet seating: 900• Theater seating: 1,500

■ Holiday Inn Utica1777 Burrstone RoadNew Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 797-2131Website: www.holiday-inn.com/uticanyEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mark MosconiSales Manager: Christine LopezNumber of guest rooms: 100Number of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,496Seating capacity in:


■ Holiday Inn Waterloo-Seneca Falls2468 State Route 414Waterloo, NY 13165Phone: (315) 539-5011Website: www.hiwaterloo.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Scott BullockDirector of Sales & Marketing:

Melissa Oliver Number of guest rooms: 147Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 9,000Seating capacity in:


■ Hotel Clarence108 Fall St.Seneca Falls, NY 13148Phone: (315) 712-4000Website: www.hotelclarence.comEmail: [email protected] Hotel Manager: Jimmy

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General Manager: Frankie Cottrell Food & Beverage Director: Chef Dave

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■ Hotel Utica102 Lafayette St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 724-7829Website: www.hotelutica.comEmail: [email protected]: Charles N. GaetanoNumber of guest rooms: 112Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,843Seating capacity in:


■ Jefferson Clinton Hotel416 S. Clinton St.Syracuse, NY 13202Phone: (315) 425-0500Website: www.jeffersonclintonhotel.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Jamie DennisNumber of guest rooms: 68Number of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): N/ASeating capacity in:


■ Knights Inn Little Falls20 Albany St.Little Falls, NY 13365Phone: (315) 823-4954Website: www.knightsinnlittlefalls.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mary K. LaBrecheNumber of guest rooms: 56Number of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,856Seating capacity in:


■ La Tourelle Resort & Spa1150 Danby RoadIthaca, NY 14850Phone: (607) 273-2734 Website: www.latourelle.comEmail: [email protected] Director: Scott WigginsGeneral Manager: Leslie LeonardCatering Manager: Eileen AhartNumber of guest rooms: 55Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,000Seating capacity in:


■ Lake Ontario Conference Center & Hotel 26 E. 1st St.Oswego, NY 13126Phone: (315) 343-5121Website: www.bestwestern.comEmail: [email protected] of Sales: George S. BroadwellNumber of guest rooms: 203Number of meeting rooms: 5Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 9,200Seating capacity in:


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Hotelsn The Lodge at Welch Allyn-Center of Training & Development4355 State Street RoadSkaneateles Falls, NY 13153Phone: (315) 291-3700Website: www.thelodge.

welchallyn.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: William BallardSales Manager: Bridgette DautrichCorporate Event Coordinator:

Linda Kehoe Number of meeting rooms: 8Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 25,000Seating capacity in:


n The Maplewood Inn400 7th North St.Liverpool, NY 13088Phone: (315) 451-1511Website: www.themaplewoodinn.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Todd Buchko Director of Sales & Marketing:

Danielle Thousand Number of guest rooms: 137Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,200Seating capacity in:


n McKinley at Huron Campus1701 North St.Endicott, NY 13760Phone: (607) 755-4349Website: www.mckinleycatering.comEmail: [email protected] of Sales & Special

Events: Vicky JonesNumber of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 10,000Seating capacity in:


n Mirbeau Inn and Spa851 W. Genesee St.Skaneateles, NY 13152Phone: (315) 685-5006Website: www.mirbeau.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Chris PulitoSales Manager: Catherine SinclairNumber of guest rooms: 34Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 1,756Seating capacity in:


n Mohawk Valley Community College1101 Sherman DriveUtica, NY 13501Phone: (315) 731-5722Website: www.mvcc.eduEmail: [email protected] Administrator: William Dustin Catering/Banquet Manager:

James Suriano Number of guest rooms: 120Number of meeting rooms: 10Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,500Seating capacity in:


n Mulroy Civic Center at Oncenter800 S. State St.Syracuse, NY 13202Phone: (315) 435-8000Website: www.oncenter.org

Email: [email protected] & CEO: Terri Toennies Director of Event Sales &

Services: Sean O’Key Director of Ticketing & Event

Bookings: Michael Spaulding Number of meeting rooms: 5Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,400Seating capacity in:


n Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center at Oncenter800 S. State St.Syracuse, NY 13202Phone: (315) 435-8000Website: www.oncenter.orgEmail: [email protected] & CEO: Terri Toennies Director of Event Sales &




n Onondaga Community College Conference Facilities4585 W. Seneca TurnpikeSyracuse, NY 13215Phone: (315) 498-6050Website: www.sunyocc.eduSales Manager: Sara MarshNumber of guest rooms: 300Number of meeting rooms: 30Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 13,983Seating capacity in:


n Owego Treadway Inn & Suites1100 State Route 17COwego, NY 13827Phone: (607) 687-4500Website: www.owegotreadway.comEmail: [email protected]: Kathryn PotterGeneral Manager: James VonEsch Director of Sales: Laura B.

CostelloNumber of guest rooms: 92Number of meeting rooms: 9Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 9,300Seating capacity in:


n Pensabene’s Casa Grande & Catering135 State Fair Blvd.Syracuse, NY 13204Phone: (315) 466-0312Website: www.pensabenes.comEmail: [email protected]: Jeffrey PensabenePartner: Terry PensabeneEvent Coordinator: Jessica KoppNumber of meeting rooms: 1Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,582Seating capacity in:


n Radisson Hotel Utica200 Genesee St.Utica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 797-8010Website: www.radisson.com/uticanyEmail: [email protected] Manager: David Cocomazzi Director of Food & Beverage:

Philip TorracoNumber of guest rooms: 162

Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,600Seating capacity in:


n Ramada - Utica Area/New Hartford141 New Hartford St.New Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 735-3392Website: www.ramada.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Sandip PatelNumber of guest rooms: 104Number of meeting rooms: 7Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,800Seating capacity in:


n Ramada Inn Syracuse1305 Buckley RoadNorth Syracuse, NY 13212Phone: (315) 457-8670Website: www.ramadasyracuse.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Judy Herzig Senior Sales Manager: Donna Yudin Banquet Manager: Rita Anne Nappa Number of guest rooms: 150Number of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,050Seating capacity in:


n The Red Mill Inn4 Syracuse St.Baldwinsville, NY 13027Phone: (315) 635-4871Website: www.theredmillinn.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Danielle Haskin Sales/Event Coordinator: Pamela

Christensen Number of guest rooms: 32Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,560Seating capacity in:


n Riveredge Resort17 Holland St.Alexandria Bay, NY 13607Phone: (315) 482-9917Website: www.riveredge.comEmail: [email protected] of Sales: Justin MannNumber of guest rooms: 128Number of meeting rooms: 10Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 1,290Seating capacity in:


n Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center801 University Ave.Syracuse, NY 13210Phone: (315) 475-3000Website: www.sheratonsyracuse.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: David H. Heymann Director of Sales & Marketing:

Richard F. DudaNumber of guest rooms: 235Number of meeting rooms: 10Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 10,000Seating capacity in:


n SRC Arena and Events Center4585 W. Seneca Turnpike

Syracuse, NY 13215Phone: (315) 498-6050Website: www.srcarena,comEmail: eventsmanagement@

sunyocc.eduGeneral Manager: Stephen HymanSales Manager: Sara MarshNumber of guest rooms: 300Number of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 60,000Seating capacity in:


n The Stanley261 Genesee St.Utica, NY 13501Phone: (315) 724-1113Website: www.thestanley.orgEmail: artscouncil@

stanleycenterforthearts.comExecutive Director: Joel McKissick Hospitality & Venue Services

Manager: Maureen Murray Number of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 2,500Seating capacity in:


n The Statler Hotel at Cornell University130 Statler DriveCornell UniversityIthaca, NY 14853Phone: (607) 257-2500Website: www.statlerhotel.cornell.eduEmail: [email protected] Manager: Richard AdieNumber of guest rooms: 153Number of meeting rooms: 14Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 4,140Seating capacity in:


n SUNY CortlandPO Box 2000Cortland, NY 13045Phone: (607) 753-2011Website: www.cortland.eduDirector College Union, Campus

Activities & Conferences: Michael Whitlock

Number of meeting rooms: 20Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 44,000Seating capacity in:


n SUNY Oswego Metro Center2 Clinton Square • The Atrium BuildingSyracuse, NY 13202Phone: (315) 399-4100Website: www.oswego.edu/metroEmail: [email protected]: Kimberly A. ArmaniOffice Manager: Melissa Barrett Bricker Marketing Coordinator: Amber

A. Spain-Mosher Dean, Division of Extended

Learning: Yvonne Petrella Number of meeting rooms: 8Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 1,300Seating capacity in:


n SUNYIT100 Seymour RoadOffice of Campus and Corporate EventsUtica, NY 13502Phone: (315) 792-7819Website: https://www.sunyit.edu/

corporate_events/Email: [email protected]

Director of Campus & Corporate Events: Connie M. Castellano



n Temple Adath Yeshurun450 Kimber RoadSyracuse, NY 13224Phone: (315) 445-0002Website: www.adath.orgEmail: [email protected] Director: Barbara S. SimonNumber of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 11,700Seating capacity in:


n Terra Cotta81 State St.Binghamton, NY 13901Phone: (607) 348-0518Website: www.terracottacatering.comEmail: suzanne@terracottacatering.

comDirector of Sales: Suzanne ClarkNumber of meeting rooms: 2Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 7,200Seating capacity in:


n Tioga Downs Gaming, Racing, and Entertainment2384 W. River RoadNichols, NY 13812Phone: (607) 699-3900Website: www.tiogadowns.comEmail: [email protected] & General Manager,

Tioga Downs & Vernon Downs: Thomas Osiecki

Group Sales Manager: Patti FazzaryNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 6,638Seating capacity in:


n Traditions at the Glen Hotel & Conference Center4101 Watson Blvd.Johnson City, NY 13790Phone: (607) 797-2381Website: http://traditionsresort.comEmail: front.desk1@

traditionsresort.comGeneral Manager: Candace Jones Corporate & Catering Sales

Manager: Chris Breski Rooms Division Sales Manager:

Kristen Fata Number of guest rooms: 41Number of meeting rooms: 6Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 6,560Seating capacity in:


n Traditions at the Links5900 North Burdick St.East Syracuse, NY 13057Phone: (315) 656-5298Website: www.traditionsatthelinks.

comEmail: [email protected]: Frederick E. KrausNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 3,000Seating capacity in:

• Banquet seating: 300

• Theater seating: 500• Classroom seating: 350

n Tsha ‘Hon’nonyen’-dakhwa’ (Onondaga Nation Arena)326 Route 11 Onondaga NationNedrow, NY 13120Phone: (315) 498-6813Website: www.

wheretheyplaygames.comGeneral Manager: Sherwin HillNumber of meeting rooms: 3Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 17,000Seating capacity in:


n Turning Stone Resort Casino5218 Patrick RoadVerona, NY 13478Phone: (315) 361-7711Website: www.turningstone.comCEO: Ray HalbritterCOO: Peter CarmenVP Hospitality: Karen RamirezVP Sales & Marketing: Ed Allmann Number of guest rooms: 711Number of meeting rooms: 20Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 30,000Seating capacity in:


n Vernon Downs Casino and Hotel4229 Stuhlman RoadVernon, NY 13476Phone: (315) 829-3400Website: www.vernondowns.comPresident & General Manager,

Tioga Downs & Vernon Downs: Thomas Osiecki

VP & General Manager: Scott Freeman

Senior Sales & Catering Manager: Amy Preble



n War Memorial at Oncenter800 S. State St.Syracuse, NY 13202Phone: (315) 435-8000Website: www.oncenter.orgEmail: [email protected] & CEO: Terri Toennies Director of Event Sales &



• Banquet seating: 3,520• Theater seating: 7,100• Classroom seating: 970

n Yahnundasis Golf Club8639 Seneca TurnpikeNew Hartford, NY 13413Phone: (315) 732-6123Website: www.yahnundasis.comEmail: [email protected] Manager: Mark

Jorgensen Banquet Manager: Jennifer

DiBrangoNumber of meeting rooms: 4Max exhibit area (sq. ft.): 11,000Seating capacity in:


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