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Fulton Steamboat Inn: Traveler Reviews

Routes 30 and 896, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Fulton Steamboat Inn
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Boyertown, Pa
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Lovely Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

This was a very nice hotel and everyone we encountered was helpful. We took our 2 year old grandson and he loved feeding the ducks and fish and the playground. They even let us adopt a goldfish in the room during our stay. I would recommend this hotel to both familes and singles. The only complaint that I had was the comfort of the beds. Mattresses definitely need replacing as they were killing our backs.

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Farmingdale, NY
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Great Experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

We recently stayed at the Steamboat. We hadn't been there for a few years and were very impressed. We have to send out a very big thank you to Scott at the front desk. We made a last minute decision to stay in Lancaster and he was so helpful and courteous. We felt like he was an old friend. A major asset to this establishment!
We hadn't been to the Steamboat in several years and were very impressed with all the renovations. The lobby was so inviting and elegant. The whole place was decorated for Christmas which made it even more attractive. We stayed on the second floor which we'd never done before, and found the room clean, charming and very comfortable.
It's a great place to stay and we highly recommend it.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New Jersey
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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Unique, Friendly Hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

This is such a neat place to stay. It really feels like you are on a ship when you walk through the halls- the decor and even light music playing throughout gives a wonderful, old fashion cruise ambiance. We have no complaints about our 2 night stay...they have an elegant, very good restaurant with down to earth, friendly staff, an indoor swimming pool, and outside playground for the little ones on grounds! We could not have asked for a better hotel in the area!

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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eastcoast usa
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A Wonderful Mini- Getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2012

Our short stay at the Fulton Steamboat Inn was just the pleasant relaxation I needed. Though our room wasn't the largest hotel room we've ever stayed in, it is comfortable even with 2 children. The hotel is beautifully decorated inside with dark wood trim, copper ceilings and beautiful artwork. Outside is decorated with koi ponds , colorful and well kept landscaping, a pond side path with an occasional gazebo or bench, a relaxing fire pit with smore supplies in the gift shop, and even a really cool playground for the children. The staff is very gracious and helpful, serving warm cookies and lemonade in the evenings. They have a quality gift shop where you can even choose a goldfish to stay in your room with you for your stay. We enjoyed the extras like their restaurant and nice little pool and hot tub. They have part of the top floor set apart for guests with no children. And its just minutes away from all the attractions or a short ride down the road to real countryside. The only negative, if you could even call it that, was that trying to get a wifi signal from our room was difficult, although they have a public computer station in the lobby .

  • Stayed September 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Enjoyable”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2012

I really enjoyed this location. Its in a great spot with lots to do in the area. Cute little duck pond. I stayed last Christmas and would certainly stay again. Hotel is quaint and clean. I love the effect of staying on a steamboat with all the ship decor. The decorations and ambiance are really cozy. My husband and I can't wait to go back with the kids The front desk is very attentive. Cute little gift shop, and every night they have hot coffee waiting in the lobby. My kids loved the indoor pool and had a blast shopping at the outlets directly across the street. I would definitely recommend this place. I cant say enough good things about this place.

Stayed December 2011, traveled with family
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Also Known As:
Fulton Steamboat Hotel Lancaster
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Hotel Fulton Steamboat
Address: Routes 30 and 896, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Region: United States > Pennsylvania > Lancaster County > Lancaster
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Best Value Hotels in Lancaster
#2 Romantic Hotels in Lancaster
#2 Family Hotels in Lancaster
#7 Business Hotels in Lancaster
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Book passage today on the Fulton Steamboat Inn and discover the same style and dedication to comfort and fine dining that made the legendary riverboats famous! Experience the 19th century charm of Lancaster County at the perfect venue conveniently located within minutes of the American Music Theatre, Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre, over 200 Outlet stores, the Strasburg Rail Road, Dutch Wonderland and beautiful Amish Farmland! ... more   less 
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