The home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum, Cooperstown is an idyllic lakeside destination, popular with families, couples and groups of friends looking to soak up the beauty of New York State. Accommodation options include everything from simple B&Bs and romantic inns to a luxurious lakeside resort, perfect for unwinding in style. Even better, the best places to stay in Cooperstown are within easy reach of both bustling Main Street and Otsego Lake, so you’re all set to make the most of it all.

Cooperstown’s Main Street is at the heart of the action. Expect to find friendly boutiques and excellent eateries, as well as great galleries and museums. The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum is an undoubted highlight, drawing fans from across the USA. If you’re into art and history, head to the Fenimore Art Museum or to the Historic Hyde Hall Museum, a striking lakeside mansion. The seven-week Glimmerglass Festival fills the town with musicals and opera during the summer months, whilst there are also lively gigs, tours and tastings at Brewery Ommegang, and distiller-led tours at Cooperstown Distillery. Families, on the other hand, will enjoy the interactive exhibits at the Farmers’ Museum, which includes a recreated 19th-century village and farm, or pick-your-own days at Middlefield Orchard.

For outdoorsy visitors, life centres around the lake. Spend your days paddle boarding, kayaking, boating and fishing, or playing a lakeside round of golf. There are also myriad miles of hiking and cycling trails in the area. For an outdoor ropes course, rock climbing and bowling, try the Clark Sports Centre — a sure-fire hit with the kids!

The best places to stay in Cooperstown fill up fast during festival season, so book your trip well in advance.

The Best Places to Stay in Cooperstown

For a charming B&B

• The Landmark Inn Cooperstown is a luxurious B&B set within two acres of manicured gardens. Expect sumptuous interiors in spacious rooms and suites with big bathtubs and private sun porches. Feast on farm-to-table breakfasts and unwind alongside a crackling fire in the evenings. A romantic, indulgent choice.
• The Railroad Inn offers cool, contemporary accommodation and continental breakfasts in a building dating back to 1890, set close to Main Street. Two-bedroom suites and large lofts are perfect for families travelling with little ones. Friendly and relaxed.
• The Inn at Cooperstown features elaborate period decor in pretty rooms and suites — some of which have four-poster beds. Highlights include the gorgeous building, complete with a lovely porch for watching the world go by, as well as an excellent location between Main Street and the lake. One for history buffs.

For a Lakeside Resort

• The Otesaga is a grand estate on the edge of Otsego Lake. Top-notch faciliites include a soothing spa, fantastic dining options, an award-winning golf course, a swimming pool, tennis courts and extensive watersports. Elegant rooms and suites are ideal for a couples' retreat or fun-filled family holiday. Absolute bliss.

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Albany International Airport, a 1.5 hour drive from Cooperstown.
• New York State is great for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Time your trip for the summer months (June to September) to enjoy warmer temperatures, ranging from 20 - 25°C. Autumn is slightly cooler, but the blankets of red, orange and yellow leaves are seriously striking. This is a hugely popular time to visit, so book your stay well in advance to avoid missing out!

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