Lodging at the Gaffer Inn

Great communication with the accommodation. If you're expecting a traditional hotel with a reception and similar services, this is not the place for you It works a bit like a rental apartment – you receive a door code before arrival, but you can also get assistance from the restaurant downstairs. As other travelers have mentioned, the stairs are a bit steep, but manageable if you have no physical limitations. We stayed in Room 3 – very spacious, clean, with comfortable beds and a huge, well-equipped bathroom. The only thing that could improve the experience would be more natural lighting, as the room is a bit dark. We’d definitely stay here again – everything is within walking distance and the value for money is excellent!

We absolutely would stay at the Gaffer Inn again. We did read the previous reviews about the difficulty of navigating the front and back staircases to the second floor to our room, but we are in our sixties and you just had to be careful. It is easier to use the front stairs for unloading for sure. We stayed in room 3 and we absolutely loved the room. It was wonderful to have a separate tv/sitting area from the bed. We loved being right in the heart of Corning with all of the shopping and restaurants around. We loved sitting by the windows watching the happenings down on the street. We stayed during the week and our room was very quiet. It was great to be able to walk to so much including the Corning museum. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. We never had an issue with parking. We look forward to staying here again for our future visits!

We enjoyed our stay at the Gaffer. We stayed during the week and room was super quiet whole time during our stay. Staff downstairs was super friendly and helpful when we arrived. Room was 2 large rooms and a lot bigger then we expected. Parking was close by and never any issues finding a spot. Great location to walk to shops and restaurants. Would stay here again when in the area.

Spacious room but needs some TLC. You're pretty much on your own here too. You check in with the bartender at the bar downstairs. A tenuous walk up to your room and just figure it out. It was ok but I wouldn't stay again although there aren't many options in Corning.

Our room was so much more than we expected. The bedroom was large and offered the usual amenities but the surprise was large "living room". There was a gas fireplace, a roomy sitting room and tv. We felt like we could have stayed there for a long time and been very comfortable. The staff in the bar downstairs were very friendly and helpful. We were worried that it might be noisy in our room but it was not at all. The bar & grill was convenient and served good food for lunch or dinner. No breakfast. There was much more to do in Corning than we expected. Be sure to go to Watkins Glen. It is a short distance away and well worth it. Spectacular hike in a slot canyon.

Large, cozy room in the Gaffer District. The room was well appointed with two queen beds, a large comfy couch, electric fireplace and a small kitchenette. We were impressed with how clean the room was. Nice to have extra blankets if we needed them. Others had mentioned stairs. You do not need to access outside metal stairs at back of hotel as all rooms are accessible by front stairwell. Easy low rise stairs (about 20) Perfect location to go to restaurants, bars and shops by foot. A 10 minute walk to Corning Glass museum The listing had mentioned noise fro. Street and bar but we found the room very quiet (in November) We thought the $10 off coupon for the restaurant downstairs was a nice touch. Staff both checking in and cleaning were super friendly We will return. Nice for couples or girls weekend away.