[Updated June 11, 2023] Looking for Keuka Lake accommodations? If you’re heading to that famous Y-shaped lake in the Finger Lakes, you’ll be pleased to know that you have a range of lodging options, from lakefront bed-and-breakfasts to historic inns to no-frills Keuka Lake hotels.
In addition to accommodations located directly on the lake, there are plenty of places to stay in Hammondsport, NY, which is the charming village on the south shore, as well as in Penn Yan, NY, the historic village to the north.
Keuka Lake, nicknamed the “Crooked Lake” for its shape, is a popular summer destination for anyone who loves wine tasting, water sports, or simply taking in the astounding beauty of the third largest lake in the Finger Lakes. It’s also stunning in other seasons, especially in the fall when the foliage around the lake turns vibrant shades of color.
If you’re visiting any time of year, lucky you! Read on for a selection of Keuka Lake accommodations and find the best place to rest and recharge so you’ll have the most amazing vacation you possibly can.
A quick note on lodging policies
Policies vary from place to place. Some basic information to look for when making reservations:
- Many local inns and bed-and-breakfasts do not allow children as guests, or they have a minimum age requirement in place. This is often in the interest of preserving the historical buildings they’re housed in, and their antique furnishings.
- Some places put a room or two aside for guests traveling with pets; others do not allow them at all.
- A minimum two-night stay is often required during peak season, which is approximately May 1-October 31.
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Keuka Lake Bed-and-Breakfasts & Inns on the Water
Are lakefront accommodations essential on your trip to the Finger Lakes? If so, I don’t blame you!
There’s absolutely nothing better than waking up to lake views, sipping coffee while looking out over pristine water, still undisturbed in the quiet morning, and then later, taking a dip at sunset on a warm summer evening.
If this sounds like your dream lodging style, then the best places to stay on Keuka Lake are those listed in this section. Continue scrolling, however, if staying in the villages of Hammondsport or Penn Yan are more your style.
The Mansion at Keuka Lake
Imagine a stately Greek Revival mansion sitting on a bluff above Keuka Lake. A two-story portico supported by Ionic columns complete the scene of grandeur. This is The Mansion, which was formerly known by the name Esperanza, and is an estate that has served many functions since it was built in 1838.
Formerly a winery, an art gallery, and a bed-and-breakfast, it is now a premier Keuka Lake inn. Guests can reserve one of eight elegant rooms in The Mansion, or choose to stay at The Inn, an adjacent property with an additional 21 guest rooms. The Inn is meant to be the more casual property of the two, and second-floor rooms offer semi-private balconies.
Check rates by calling, emailing em@themansionny.com, or booking on Airbnb.
- Address: 3456 NY-54A, Keuka Park, NY
- Phone: 315-239-4800
Gone With the Wind Bed and Breakfast
This Keuka Lake bed-and-breakfast is housed in a stone mansion built in 1887 and perched on a hill 100 feet above the lake.
Guest suites are inspired by the iconic 1939 film the property is named after. You might check into Rhett and Scarlett’s Hideaway, a deluxe room with a fireplace, king bed, and private veranda; or Melanie and Ashley’s Room, done in cheerful French Country décor; or the pretty pastel room named for little Bonnie Blue.
On the nine-acre property, guests have access to a private cove for swimming, a lakefront gazebo, and walking trails. A full breakfast is served each morning. Owner and innkeeper Linda Lewis has been welcoming travelers to her B&B since 1989.
- Address: 14905 W. Lake Road, Pulteney, NY
- Phone: 607-868-3088
Moonshadow Bed & Breakfast
Originally built in 1888, this picture-perfect B&B overlooks Keuka Lake and is run by a husband and wife team from San Diego. Prior to their move to Upstate New York, Steven owned a catering company and restaurant while Jeanette was (and still is) a stylist in the fashion industry.
Their backgrounds shine through in the full gourmet breakfast served each morning, in each of the stylish, contemporary guest suites, and in the overall friendly “laid-back California style” the couple brings to their business.
Moonshadow Bed & Breakfast is open year-round.
- Address: 10249 Gibson Road, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-374-9777
Keuka Lake Rentals
Traveling with a group of family or friends? If so, your ideal Keuka Lake lodging may be a rental that can comfortably house a large number of people.
For Keuka Lake rentals, check out Finger Lakes Premier Properties and VRBO. Both offer lakefront vacation rentals that can accommodate various group sizes.
Where to Stay in Hammondsport, NY
Located at the south end of Keuka Lake, Hammondsport is a small village oriented around a historic Village Square, which has many shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Pulteney Square (pictured) is the park in the center of it all. When looking for places to stay in Hammondsport, notice that some are located close to the Village Square, while others are a short walking or driving distance away.
If you want to stay near Hammondsport’s incredible selection of shops and restaurants, be sure to stay close to the Village Square. If your trip consists mainly of visiting wineries near Hammondsport, it may not matter if you have to drive to the Village Square (you’re probably driving to the wineries anyway).
For each option below, note the distance from the lodging to the Village Square and book what suits you best!
Hammondsport Bed-and-Breakfasts & Inns
Keuka Lakeside Inn
This lodging option offers the perfect mix: a lakeside vacation plus all the small-town charm you can take in.
Located on the shores of Keuka Lake, the inn has more than 230 feet of lakefront property, and lists lawn chairs, a scenic gazebo, a fire pit, and a boat launch among their amenities.
To make it even more enticing, the inn is only .2 miles from the Village Square–just a short 5-minute walk. The inn offers 17 modern guest rooms, some of which look out onto direct views of the lake. An Adjoining Room option is available and can accommodate up to six people. Run by Ron and Deb Leonard, Keuka Lakeside inn is family-owned and has been in operation since 1963.
They’re open from early April through late October.
- Address: 24 Water Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-569-2600
Black Sheep Inn & Spa
Five elegant guest rooms, each offering their own modern and stylish decor, are housed in a beautiful black and white octagon-shaped house originally built in 1859. The inn is 100 percent vegan, and that includes their daily hot breakfast offerings of mouthwatering favorites like fluffy pancakes and French toast. They even serve a full English breakfast, a nod to owners Miranda and Simon’s homeland, and yes–all dishes are plant-based! Ingredients are sourced locally and/or grown in the inn’s garden.
Guests can also book on-site spa treatments. Couples who want a little extra pampering can select “Romantic Getaway” add-ons, with options including massages, wine-tasting, and a 4-hour wine tour (prices are in addition to room rates).
Black Sheep Inn & Spa is 1.3 miles from the Village Square in Hammondsport, requiring an approximate 3-minute drive.
- Address: 8329 Pleasant Valley Road, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-569-3767
18 Vine Inn & Carriage House
If you’re looking for a group vacation rental in Hammondsport, check out this elegant village estate, which was built in 1860 as a home to Jules and Catherine Masson and their children. At the time, Jules was the champagne master at Pleasant Valley Wine Company. He is in fact credited with being the first American wine producer.
The stately home is .4 miles (a 7-minute walk) from the Village Square and can only be rented as a whole unit (individual rooms are not available). 18 Vine Inn & Carriage House has seven bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen, an enclosed sun porch, a swimming pool, and more. The rental can accommodate up to 14 guests. If you’re looking for more Keuka Lake rentals, see the companies I mentioned above (under “Keuka Lake rentals”) for more resources.
- Address: 18 Vine Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 800-863-8415
Blushing Rose Bed & Breakfast
Guests will experience the hospitality here right away with the offering of freshly baked cookies upon arrival. Daily fresh baked goods are also available and a full breakfast is served each morning. After a day of exploring the local area, feel free to relax on the front porch, soaking in Hammondsport’s small-town charm. On chillier days, warm up in the parlor by the electric fireplace.
The home was originally built in 1843 in the Italianate style with touches of Greek Revival. It was later purchased by J.W. Keeler and remained in the Keeler family for three generations. The Blushing Rose been operating as an inn since 1989, and under the ownership of Tami and Scott Reinhart since 2016. This charming Hammondsport bed-and-breakfast is just steps from the Village Square (2-minute walk).
- Address: 11 William Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-569-2687
Historic Champlin House Bed and Breakfast
Originally owned by Charles D. Champlin, a founder of Pleasant Valley Winery, this 1863 home has operated as a bed-and-breakfast since 2017, under the ownership of Cathy and Bob Kleckner. Located in the heart of Hammondsport, Champlin House is just a few steps from the Village Square (1-minute walk).
For guests who’d like to lounge on the property, the 300 square-foot Grand Porch is at their disposal, as is a large living room furnished with a streaming TV and a piano.
Guest rooms are available on the first and second floor of the Main House. The Carriage House Loft, separate from the Main House, is also available and well-suited to couples or families. A full breakfast is served daily.
Champlin House is open mid-April through mid-November.
- Address: 16 Shethar Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-483-5369
Village Tavern Restaurant & Inn
Accommodations include one and two bedroom suites that can sleep 2-4 guests. Each suite is on the second floor above Village Tavern Restaurant. The two-bedroom suite is furnished with a mini-refrigerator and coffeemaker, while guests staying in the one-bedroom suites have access to an outside deck.
Located directly on Hammondsport’s Village Square, this couldn’t be a more convenient location for those wanting to take in all that the village has to offer.
- Address: 30 Mechanic Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-569-2528
The Park Inn
Stylish modern guest rooms sit on the floor above a restaurant of the same name, which is located on Hammondsport’s Village Square. Each suite is furnished with either a king or queen bed and most have a sitting area and pull-out couch. The Park Inn has been an inn and restaurant since 1861 and is housed in Hammondsport’s oldest building.
For a large group Keuka Lake rental on the water, check out the Park Inn’s property, Glen Scott Manor, located on the west side of the lake.
- Address: 37 Shethar Street, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-224-4004
Hotels in Hammondsport
Best Western Plus The Hammondsport Hotel
Located a mile from Hammondsport’s Village Square (4-minute drive), this Best Western property is pet-friendly and has a fitness center and indoor heated pool. Your stay includes a hot buffet breakfast.
- Address: 8440 NY-54, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-224-4120
Vinehurst Inn & Suites
For a budget option, book a room at this roadside motel that’s clean (if a little dated), reasonably priced, and includes breakfast. Located 2.8 miles from Hammondsport’s Village Square (6-minute drive).
- Address: 7988 NY-54, Hammondsport, NY
- Phone: 607-569-2300
Where to Stay in Penn Yan, NY
Stay in this village located on the northeast branch of Keuka Lake if you’re planning to visit the Penn Yan wineries or want to walk, run, or bike on the Keuka Outlet Trail. Accommodations in Penn Yan include standard hotels as well as historic inns and bed-and-breakfasts. As with Hammondsport, I’ve included the distance from the lodging to historic downtown Penn Yan.
Penn Yan Bed-and-Breakfasts & Inns
Trimmer House B&B
This Queen Anne home was built for the Trimmer family in 1891 and Penn Yan locals Christi and Jim have owned it since 2018.
Eight guest rooms with period furnishings and a garden once featured on HGTV provide a perfect Finger Lakes escape. You might sleep in a queen-sized sleigh bed in one room, enjoy a cozy fireplace in another, or relax in a vintage claw foot bathtub in yet another. A library and music room are available to all guests.
Daily breakfast at Trimmer House includes baked goods, yogurt, granola, omelets, and more. Located .5 miles from downtown Penn Yan (10-minute walk).
- Address: 145 E. Main Street, Penn Yan, NY
- Phone: 800-968-8735
Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast
If a solar-powered bed-and-breakfast, surrounded by fruit trees and flower gardens, sounds like an idyllic place to pass time in the Finger Lakes, check out Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast, located 2.3 miles outside of Penn Yan (4-minute drive). Common guest areas include a large deck, fire pit, garden pergola, and enclosed sunroom. A country-style breakfast is served daily. Charles and Rebecca Franks are your hosts.
- Address: 1491 NY-14A, Penn Yan, NY
- Phone: 315-536-0686
The Laurentide Inn
Built in 1820, this beautiful Penn Yan inn is newly renovated. Each of the five guest suites are decorated with antique furnishings. Common areas include a billiards room, a parlor with a fireplace, and the stunning flower gardens, where guests are invited to sip wine, eat breakfast, or simply relax (when weather permits). A full breakfast is served daily. A Brown Bag Breakfast is available for early risers and late sleepers.
In addition to guest rooms, the Carriage House Loft, a former hay loft that’s been renovated into a studio-style suite, is available for booking. The loft includes two queen-sized beds, a living room and dining room, a full kitchen, and a jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. (Breakfast not included for Loft guests).
Guests will likely encounter friendly resident pup Fletcher. If you wish to bring your own dog, note that they’re only allowed in the Carriage House Loft. The Laurentide Inn is conveniently located in downtown Penn Yan.
- Address: 158 Main Street, Penn Yan, NY
- Phone: 315-719-3445
Hotels in Penn Yan
Best Western Plus Vineyard Inn & Suites
This pet-friendly hotel includes an indoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, and full hot breakfast. Located a half mile from downtown Penn Yan (10-minute walk).
- Address: 142 Lake Street, Penn Yan, NY
- Phone: 315-536-8473
Hampton Inn by Hilton Penn Yan
Located a mile from downtown (3-minute drive), this Hampton Inn property is pet-friendly with an indoor pool, hot breakfast, fitness center, and a fire pit on the terrace.
- Address: 110 Mace Street, Penn Yan, NY
- Phone: 315-536-8202
Accommodations Near Keuka Lake
A good way to maximize your Finger Lakes adventure is to stay somewhere convenient to more than one lake in the Finger Lakes. If, for example, you want to visit wineries on Seneca Lake and also those on Keuka Lake, staying at accommodations on Seneca Lake’s east side puts you within easy driving distance of both.
Read on for hotels near Keuka Lake.
Plum Point Lodge
We enjoyed our stay at Plum Point Lodge (formerly Rainbow Cove) on the west side of Seneca Lake. Amenities include a swimming pool, lake view rooms, an on-site farm-to-table restaurant, and a dock, all in a peaceful waterfront setting. If you stay at this picturesque lodge, you’ll be about a 15-minute drive to wineries on the eastern shore of Keuka Lake.
Lodge rooms, a farmhouse suite, and glamping yurts are available to book.
- Address: 3482 Plum Point Road, Himrod
- Phone: 607-243-7535
Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel
Staying here will really give you the best of both worlds when it comes to exploring the Finger Lakes!
Located on the harbor in the village of Watkins Glen, the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel is a luxury accommodation with some rooms offering panoramic views of Seneca Lake. Blue Pointe Grill, a restaurant serving classic American cuisine, is on site, as is Coldwater Bar, which has an outdoor patio for warm weather days. In Watkins Glen, you can take advantage of awesome opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking and kayaking.
If you’re searching for high-end places to stay near Keuka Lake, add this to the top of your list! From Watkins Glen, it’s about a 30-minute drive to Hammondsport.
- Address: 16 North Franklin Street, Watkins Glen
- Phone: 607-535-6116
Have you found your ideal Keuka Lake accommodations? The “Crooked Lake” is such a beautiful place to spend a vacation that you almost can’t go wrong, no matter where you stay!