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Finding an ideal historic hotel in New York State does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Bear Mountain Inn, a nice option for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the hotel. Bear Mountain Inn features a 24-hour front desk, a picnic area, and a gift shop, to help make your stay more enjoyable. If you are driving to Bear Mountain Hotel, free parking is available. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Anthony Wayne Recreation Area. Bear Mountain Inn puts the best of Bear Mountain at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Nestled in a prime location, Bear Mountain Inn captivates guests with its stunning surroundings and ample outdoor activity options. While opinions on value and service vary, with some guests mentioning overpriced services and disorganization, others enjoy satisfactory accommodation deals and commend the staff's friendliness.
The inn's amenities, including picturesque trails and a pet-friendly atmosphere, are popular, though some limitations are noted. Cleanliness is generally well-regarded, and while the rustic charm is appreciated, there are mixed reviews about room decor and noise levels.
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The location is great. Both the inn and the stone cottages are in quiet location on the state park, overlooking Hessian Lake. It’s quiet and peaceful, great for hanging out and relaxing. The cottages are a good size, there is a common room with small fridge and microwave, couch and table/chairs. There is a fireplace that requires special wood which can be purchased from the front desk. The rooms are small but adequate, you don’t go to Bear Mountain to sit in your room. There is a porch overlooking the lake with big couches. There are trails for hiking but the weather rainy when we were there so we didn’t use them. The doors to the rooms need to be slammed shut, can be disturbing for other rooms. It’s dark around the cottages at night, and it’s a 15 mins or so walk from the cottages to the inn. Can’t really walk it at night, too dark. The restaurant was closed while we were there due to COVID-19 but they can’t us a list of local restaurants and delivery places. It took 60+ mins for deliveries and overpriced for average food (we tried a few deliveries but not sit in). WiFi did not work in the rooms, apparently only in the common room which was not helpful. Plenty of parking at the inn and the cottages. You can’t turn left into or out of the cottages, have to go up to the inn and/or to the roundabout. There’s not much around so if you want anything for your room, like drinks/snacks, bring with you.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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As the title suggests we have been making a yearly family trek here for quite some time. During the early years the Inn was “retro” but clean and cozy. Then the seemingly decade long Inn renovation started and we stayed at the Overlook Lodge or the Stone Cottages. When the Inn reopened we returned to find that the big fireplace room was no longer an all purpose gathering room for guests but now a restaurant. Of course things change, especially after a reno. We were disappointed this year however, to learn that the continental breakfast offered to guests all theses years had been discontinued, What a shame! It makes more sense, in my opinion, to add a few dollars to the room rate instead of taking something like that away. If you desire breakfast there is no choice but the Inn restaurant or get in your car and drive into Highland Falls as you are not allowed to bring outside food in. I have loved Bear Mt and have fond memories of family time there but this is the first time in all these years that it does not get 5 stars from me. The Inn rooms are cozy and clean. The views and hiking opportunities are good. The surrounding history is remarkable and a visit to West Point is a must. Be aware that the carousel on the Inn grounds is only open on weekends in the winter months.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Alicia D, General Manager at Bear Mountain Inn
Responded Jan 12, 2020
Thank you RPV13 for taking the time to post a review about you experience after 25 years. It is my understanding that our team did provide you with complimentary breakfast during your stay because you have been such great customers over the years. But you are correct we do not have complimentary continental any longer. We do have Bed and Breakfast packages now going into 2020 and hope that you will take advantage of that in the next visit. We wish you and your family a Happy and Healthy New Year and look forward to seeing all of you again in the future.
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I loved the location & the staff! We stayed for one night in the suite in the Inn. The suite is very spacious & comfortable room with a view of the lake, a mock fireplace, coffee bar, coffee table, large couch & upholstered chair with an ottoman. The bedroom is closed off with double French doors. The bedding & bed were very comfortable & we were able to control the room temperature. This is always a plus. The closets were roomy & there were 2 suitcase stands which I truly appreciate as my husband & I each have separate cases. There was only a shower in the bathroom but it has a built in seat. Just a few things would make this a 4 star plus room: 1. Better lighting in the bathroom. I could not see to put on makeup. 2. Bathroom accessories: A soap dish near the sink for the bar of soap. No vanity supplies such as q-tips or cotton balls either. 3. Living room furniture needs a bit of updating as it is beginning to show some wear. All in all, it was a very lovely stay!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alicia D, General Manager at Bear Mountain Inn
Responded Jan 23, 2020
Thank you PamH for taking the time to post a review for the Bear Mountain Inn. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and your lovely comments and suggestions. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
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Great property right on the state park. With that being said the view is gorgeous almost anywhere you are but the tourists noise and constant music is heard inside your room. Restaurant was closed so all dining had to be done about 20minutes away, which was totally worth it. After dropping our things off and going to dinner we came back to take a shower and unwind. This was difficult with the music blaring outside our window(third floor room) and after starting the shower we realized the handle was broken leaving us with minimal hot water. Cleaning crew never came when we left for lunch the next day, and the rooms and much of the property needed maintenance (or overhauls) just to make the price worth the stay. Minimal cleaning inside the room and the front desk gentleman doesn't seem to care much about hospitality. Would not recommend, go somewhere in Beacon to avoid the outdated room.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We stayed twice for 2 nights during June 2022. The ventilation is impossible to figure out intuitively. The hotel should definitely provide an in-room card or instruction. I heard several guests complain about this, including myself, but we were basically blown off, the front desk attendant saying that they would come up any time to adjust it. Also, the ventilation in room 311 is extremely noisy, in fact it woke us up during the night. We did receive a small discount for this. Various front desk staff were less than knowledgeable about the area, giving us wrong information about local restaurants, and also telling another guest that the restaurant was closed, when all she wanted was a drink, which was available in the Hiker's Cafe. The attendant at the desk when we checked out actually answered the phone when I was speaking to him. As to the room design, there is insufficient lighting near the closet in room 311 and near the coffee area in room 309. There is a gap underneath the room door in 309 that is about 1/2 inch that I blocked with towels to minimize light and noise. There was no plug or drain closure for the sink in 311. The grab bar in the tub in 309 is on the wrong side of the tub. The faucets in both 309 and 311 are situated too far back from the sink (I heard another guest mention this as well). On the plus side, the rooms are clean and the beds comfortable. The Inn is atmospheric and historic, with nice decor. It is in a great location. If you are considering staying here, you should weigh carefully whether it is worth $225 per night (weekdays).
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Response from Seif Fakhoury, General Manager at Bear Mountain Inn
Responded Jan 20, 2023
Thank you for your review. Your feedback is important to us and helps us to grow and learn as a company.
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Our two nights staying at the Stone Lodges at Bear Mountain State Park were very disappointing. The Stone Lodges are a group of small buildings about a half mile from the main lodge, each with six rooms radiating from a central shared sitting area. The rooms are small, basically a bed and some room around it for walking and putting luggage, Our room was one of two facing the back of the building. The bathroom was so small that when you opened the door it bumped into the sink. So, to get to the sink you needed to open the door, walk in toward the toilet and shower, close the door, and then you could get to the sink. Fortunately, the four rooms facing the sides do not have the door problem. The room was cold. Part of the reason for this is that the building itself is one of those old (CCC-built?) projects one sees at various parks around the east coast, with no insulation or anything under the floor; at least this one is carpeted. There is heat, but you have no control over it. It seemingly goes on and off with a mind of its own, simultaneously for all the rooms in the building. The shared room is nice (although cold), with a fireplace and comfy seats near it, a table with four chairs around it, and a microwave (the rooms have frigs). The biggest problem is that our room had, on the opposite side from the door to the shared area, the emergency exit, complete with EXIT shining all day and all night. It is basically useless. There is no way that any occupants of the other rooms, if trapped by a fire toward the entrance, could escape from it if we were away and our room were locked. This has got to be one of the most flagrant violations of fire codes imaginable. Finally, we received different emails from the State Park with contradictory information about the main dining room – one said it was closed, the other said it was opening on (if I remember right) October 21st. It turned out to be closed, and the other place to get food was basically a snack bar. We had breakfast both days at Andy's in Highland Falls and other meals at other locations.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Bear Mountain Inn provided a terrible customer experience. Our room type and location was switched without any notification. We had booked a king bed in a room located at the inn and we were relocated to another building with 2 full beds. The rooms were messy and had bugs. Toilet paper and towels had to be requested as they were not stocked in the room. Seriously considered sleeping in the car. Multiple requests to speak with a manager were ignored. The front desk placed the blame on the event planner and said they could not do anything about the situation. Do not make a reservation with Bear Mountain Inn there are other hotels in the area that would have to be better.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Beds are uncomfortable, desk staff service is lackluster and there no continental breakfast included anymore. If you want to buy breakfast it will cost you $30 for oatmeal and coffee. This is not the Ritz Carlton people, it Bear Mountain!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Alicia D, General Manager at Bear Mountain Inn
Responded Feb 25, 2020
Thank you 782lovinglife for your post here on TripAdvisor. We appreciate you feedback and are always looking for ways to make our property better. We have seen many compliments on the ala carte breakfast and it seems to have gone both ways for the property. We do offer a bed and breakfast package which will include the breakfast with the guest room and hope that if you choose to return you will try that out.
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All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious and had everything we needed and was cutely decorated. It was a little confusing to find where to check-in initially, especially when it was dark at night, but after calling the Front Desk they gave us the exact address. We highly recommend the Spa (and the Spa package). All parts of the Inn followed CDC guidelines and there was a great selection of grab and go breakfast. We would definitely come back again!
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Date of stay: November 2020
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I was looking for a clean place that wasn't overcrowded, especially in light of the COVID pandemic. The staff at Bear Mountain Inn were friendly and helpful. The gift shop is great. The restaurant is closed, but the spa is open. The Inn is located within the State park and shares a parking lot with those who may come up for day trips. There are, however, designated spots for overnight guests, who don't have to pay the $10 per day parking fee. Some activities available on park premises are fishing, hiking, pedal boating, swimming, and picnicking. We visited an outdoor zoo trail and animal sanctuary there as well. Overall an extremely wonderful stay with lots to do.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Alicia Diamond, General Manager at Bear Mountain Inn
Responded Aug 19, 2020
Thank you Judith M for taking the time out of your busy schedule to post a review for our property. We wish you and your family a safe and healthy summer season!
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You could stay at the Inn after visiting HVSF. I suggest, though, trying to stay at Cold Springs-a town only a bit farther north. To get to Bear Mountain Inn, you would have to travel back over the Bridge. There is also another inn on 9A, nearer Boscobel (HVSF). Hope that helps.
There are more places to choose from in the Bear Mountain area.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bear Mountain Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Bear Mountain Inn?
Nearby attractions include West Point Museum (4.4 miles), Bear Mountain State Park (0.9 miles), and Manitoga / The Russel Wright Design Center (3.1 miles).
Are there any historical sites close to Bear Mountain Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting West Point Museum (4.4 miles), Manitoga / The Russel Wright Design Center (3.1 miles), and Fort Montgomery State Historic Site (0.8 miles).
