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Best Western University Inn

90 East Main Street, Canton, NY, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

Best Western University Inn is a 3-star hotel located in Canton, New York, positioned in the mountains just a 3-minute walk from St. Lawrence University and a 2-minute drive from State University of New York Canton. The property sits within reach of regional educational institutions, with Clarkson University 10.2 miles away. Guests rate the location highly at 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The inn contains 98 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a refrigerator and LCD television. Complimentary wireless internet access is standard, alongside cable programming for in-room entertainment. Rooms feature private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations stocked with complimentary toiletries, desks, microwaves, and phones with free local calling. Guest comfort ratings for rooms average 4.2 out of 5.

Dining is available at County Seat, an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine for lunch and dinner, with room service also offered. A bar and lounge is available for beverages. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for an additional fee. The hotel features a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and an on-site golf course for recreation. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, free self-parking, a business center, wedding services, conference space totaling 3,897 square feet, a hot tub, sauna, and steam room. Hiking and biking trails are nearby, as is cross-country skiing and fishing.

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. The hotel does not accept pets. With an overall guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 738 reviews and an 83.4% recommendation rate, the property is well-regarded by visitors.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Canton, Best Western University Inn is in the mountains, just a 3-minute walk from St. Lawrence University and a 2-minute drive from State University of New York Canton. This golf hotel is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Clarkson University and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from St. Lawrence Power And Equipment Museum.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

St. Lawrence University - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
St Lawrence University Golf Course - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
St Lawrence County Center for History and Culture - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Grasse River - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
State University of New York Canton - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
St. Lawrence Health System Medical Campus - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Taylor Park Beach - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
North Country Children's Museum - 16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Clarkson University - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 17 km / 10.6 mi
St. Lawrence Health System - 17.1 km / 10.6 mi
Helen Snell Cheel Medical Campus - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi
Oswegatchie River - 18.1 km / 11.2 mi
State University of New York-Potsdam - 18.2 km / 11.3 mi
Raquette River - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 31.1 km / 19.3 mi
Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.) - 52.4 km / 32.5 mi
Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 204.4 km / 127 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western University Inn is Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 99 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at County Seat, a restaurant which specializes in American cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Practice your swing on the golf course and enjoy other recreational amenities, such as a 24-hour health club and an indoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Canton? This hotel has 3897 square feet (362 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Ogdensburg Airport - 18 mi Massena Aorport - 31 mi Syracuse Airport - 140 mi
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Complimentary car and bus parking

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Hotel does not accept pets
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

Know before you go

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.