Amsterdam Castle
Book this B&B online by submitting your travel dates in the box to the right. Nightly rates start at $250.00.
Inn Details
Built in 1894 for the National Guard, the Phemister family converted this unique 50 room armory into their private residence. Featured on HGTV's Rezoned show, the castle has 50 rooms and covers 36,000 sq ft. Near Saratoga and Cooperstown in the scenic Mohawk Valley. The friendly vibe and historic presence make Amsterdam Castle a treat for families and couples alike. Shoot hoops in the gym, lounge on the front moat with your computer, walk to dinner or borrow our bikes for the Eric Canal bike trail. We use only environmentally friendly cleaning supplies and serve local farm produce whenever possible for a sustainable environment.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Albany, NY (30 miles West)
- Directions to property:
2 minutes off I-90 Exit 27.
30 minutes to Albany International Airport.
30 minutes to Saratoga Springs.
45 minutes to Cooperstown.
Amtrak in town and in Albany.
Close to Mayfield, Johnstown, Gloversville, Canajoharie, and Schenectady. - Nearest major airport: Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County) 30 miles
- Meeting places:
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Suites
- There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 125.00 and $ 195.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 150.00 and $ 195.00
- Other Accommodations: Rooms
Officers Wing sleeps 4, can add adjoining Emmanuel Room for 1-2 extra persons for $50/night
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Amenities Basket | Desk |
| Fireplace | Hairdryer |
| Ironing Board | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| Air conditioning | BBQ grill |
| Board games | Ceiling fans |
| Internet Service | Piano |
| VCR | Videos |
| Wedding Facilities | Wet bar |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Pool & Golf at country club nearby | LMT Massage available offsite |
Meals
- A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: at guest's wish
- Breakfast is served in the Kennedy Room, In room
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed outside only
- Limited accommodations for guest pets
- Children are welcome
- Limitations on childcare
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (one night)
- Check in time is 3pm and Check out time is Noon
- Cancellations:
$25 per cancellation - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce
- Fulton County Chamber of Commerce
- Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | | Corporate Discount for longer stays | |
| | | Military Discount (It's an armory after all!) | |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Susan and Manfred Phemister
We are a friendly Europhile family keen on locally produced products and green cleaning. Come join our family for a round of basketball in the gym or a drink on the front moat. - The innkeepers speak: English, French, German
- There is one cat on the property
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Erie Canal Biking/Hiking trail, Great Sacandaga Lake, Cooperstown, Saratoga Springs, Old Fort Johnson, Howe Caverns
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing
Amsterdam Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Amsterdam, New York.