Oneonta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oneonta
Oneonta
Oneonta
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See historic sights, encounter wildlife and journey into the mountains near this attractive city in central New York State.

Oneonta is a small college town located along the banks of the Susquehanna River in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. The presence of students from Hartwick College and the State University of New York at Oneonta give the place a youthful energy. Visit Oneonta for its parks, forests, ski areas and historic sites.

Walk down Main Street where you’ll find a large variety of shops and restaurants. Observe the many Victorian-era buildings. For more historic structures, stroll through the Oneonta Downtown Historic District. Look for the Old Post Office, built in 1915.

Oneonta has many green spaces providing ample opportunities to enjoy wildlife spotting. Overlooking the town is the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary. Take a position at one of the lookouts to photograph red-tailed hawks and golden eagles. Walk among the plants of the large indoor tropical garden at Joseph L. Popp, Jr. Butterfly Conservatory to see free-flying butterflies and more than 30 species of tropical birds.

Devote a whole day to Gilbert Lake State Park. Here you can swim or sail and hike along more than 12 miles (19 kilometres) of trails. Consider camping overnight or staying in a cabin.

Escape to the Catskill Mountains for more outdoor activities. Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain and Belleayre Mountain are within an hour’s drive of Oneonta. Hike, fish, bike and horseback ride in the summer and ski in the winter.

Unwind in the evening with live entertainment. Catch a concert at the Foothills Performing Arts Centre. Plays and concerts are staged at the restored 19th-century Oneonta Theatre. During the summer, Neahwa Park is the place to be to enjoy the summer music series of eclectic concerts.

Oneonta is 170 miles (274 kilometres) from New York City and 79 miles (127 kilometres) from Albany. The nearest airport is Oneonta Airport, about 5 miles (8 kilometres) away. A rental car is a good idea to get around, especially if you want to explore Oneonta’s natural environment.

The Marx Hotel

The Marx Hotel

2.5 out of 5
55 Market St, Oneonta, NY
Stay at this hotel in Oneonta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"I highly recommend staying here! Emily made our trip to Cooperstown so much better! She went above and beyond to make sure our trip was memorable! By far the best hotel I have ever stayed at. I travel a lot so I see a lot of them. What separates this hotel from all the others? Emily. Thank you Emily ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Marx Hotel
Quality Inn Oneonta Cooperstown Area

Quality Inn Oneonta Cooperstown Area

2.5 out of 5
5206 State Highway 23, Oneonta, NY
The price is ฿3,564 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,564
฿4,063 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Oneonta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Quality Inn Oneonta Cooperstown Area
Motel 88

Motel 88

2.5 out of 5
340 Chestnut Street, Oneonta, NY
The price is ฿3,576 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,576
฿4,076 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oneonta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6/10 (500 reviews)
"Close to everything in Oneonta. Appears to be permanent residence in one out of the way section but no issues at all."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Motel 88
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Radio City Apartments

Radio City Apartments

3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,512 reviews)
"Close to everything, very cool place. The rooms are a little tight as far as space goes, but overall, I would stay there again"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Radio City Apartments
31 Street Broadway Hotel

31 Street Broadway Hotel

2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
5.4/10 (1,097 reviews)
Good place to stay
"The hotel was fine! good location!! The check in was not easy because the front desk guy was not able to find the reservation I was notified in advance about the security deposit only using credit cards"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

31 Street Broadway Hotel
Starlight Hotel

Starlight Hotel

2.5 out of 5
40-40 College Point Blvd, Flushing, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Flushing. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (598 reviews)
"Clean and huge, excellent services"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Starlight Hotel
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