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A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green cushions.

A modern restaurant with a central bar, yellow chairs, and a green booth seating area.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A patio with a stone fire pit, a grill, and two chairs.

1. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Cortland

12.9 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Fanfan

P9,314

P10,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the ceiling, a mural on the wall, and a lifeguard stand.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a blue and white wall, and a sign that reads "HOME TO WINE STUDIOS."

A modern building with a sign reading "HOMETOWNIE STUDIOS."

2. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

14.6 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Linda

P5,771

P6,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A motel with a parking lot, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a small garden area with shrubs and gravel.

Two single beds with headboards, a patterned carpet, a nightstand with a lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a coffee maker, a glass display case, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Embassy Inn."

3. The Springwater Inn

21.6 km from James Kennedy State Forest

cesar

P5,798

P6,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel with a beige facade, multiple windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, and a wardrobe.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A reception area with a stone wall and wooden reception desk. There are signs for Holiday Inn Express and a welcome sign.

4. Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

15 km from James Kennedy State Forest

darren

P8,324

P9,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A large lodge with multiple stories, a prominent wooden facade, and a scenic mountain backdrop.

An indoor water park with multiple water slides and pools.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather seating, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A lakeside setting with picnic shelters, a lifeguard stand, and a building with a green roof.

5. Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

4.8 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Adam

P10,688

P15,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A large, stately house with a symmetrical facade, prominent columns, and a central entrance.

A room with a dark blue wall, a chandelier, a large window with white frames, a wooden table with a white tablecloth, and a patterned rug.

A room with a fireplace, bookshelves, a chandelier, and a large window with blinds.

A spacious room with a high ceiling and large windows, featuring a long table and several chairs, surrounded by a patterned carpet.

6. Benn Conger Inn

21.1 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Amelia

P9,319

P10,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor furniture, and umbrellas.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a clear entrance.

A modern kitchen with a stone fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A modern dining area with booths, tables, and chairs.

7. Hampton Inn Cortland

14.5 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Steve

P10,154

P11,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple stories.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A lobby with a fireplace, four striped armchairs, a coffee table, and a television.

A hotel lobby with red patterned chairs, a brown ottoman, and two lamps on a round table.

8. Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites

10.7 km from James Kennedy State Forest

P9,381

P10,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A small building with a stone facade and a balcony.

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a blue-striped blanket. There are bedside tables with lamps and a phone.

A reception area with a black reception desk, a yellow chair, a white counter, and a colorful striped rug.

A gym with cardio equipment, a treadmill, and exercise balls.

9. Motel 6 McGraw, NY - Cortland

12.8 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Diane

P5,494

P6,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A reception area with a desk, two chairs, a potted plant, a framed picture, and a bulletin board.

A motel with a parking lot, several cars parked in front, and autumn-colored trees in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a lamp, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a shower curtain.

10. Cortland Motel

13.2 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Sierra

P4,563

P5,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a microwave, and a desk with drawers.

A Red Roof Inn building with a large parking lot and a single-story structure.

A RedRoof Inn building with a parking lot and a clear blue sky.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, and a self-service kiosk.

11. Red Roof Inn Cortland

14.6 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Guy

P4,938

P5,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

12. Best Western University Inn

24.7 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Waqar

P7,350

P8,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large TV mounted on the wall, a wooden shelf with decorative items, and a carpeted floor.

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof and a sign indicating it is a Courtyard Inn.

A hotel lobby with a television mounted on a wooden wall, a reception desk with a 'Boarding Pass' sign, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a wooden fence.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

24.6 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Hernan

P7,831

P8,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a telephone on the table.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and toilet.

A two-story building with a covered entrance labeled "188".

A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

14. Quality Inn Cortland - University Area

15 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Debbie

P6,421

P7,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A hotel room with a shower, a bed, a dresser, and a mirror.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, wall sconces, and a painting.

A bakery display case with various baked goods, a counter with a cash register, and a wall with framed pictures.

A building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a row of trees.

15. Clarion Inn & Suites Cortland - University Area

15 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Sade

P8,268

P9,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a window with a view of houses.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, a microwave, and a dresser.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, hairdryer, and a toilet.

16. Econo Lodge Cortland Downtown

14 km from James Kennedy State Forest

Julie

P5,596

P6,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious room with a large window, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a small table with a vase.

A two-story house with a chimney, large windows, and a wooden deck.

A spacious living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a comfortable seating area.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a ceiling fan, and a window.

17. Countryside Home Near Trails & Finger Lakes Area!

14 km from James Kennedy State Forest

P10,819

P25,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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Compare popular hotels close to James Kennedy State Forest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Cortland	9.2 Wonderful 589 reviews	View
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland	8.6 Excellent 557 reviews	View
The Springwater Inn	9.6 Exceptional 315 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG	8.8 Excellent 778 reviews	View
Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark	8.6 Excellent 901 reviews	View

Top James Kennedy State Forest Hotel Reviews

Cayuga Blu Hotel

8/10 Good

"One of the best free buffet breakfasts we had in hotels.. very nice staff & the breakfsst quality."

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, convince location"

Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

10/10 Excellent

"Lobby and property was beautiful. Rooms were spacious, clean and fully stocked. Carpets could use an upgrade. Overall we really liked it and would go back."

Benn Conger Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for some peace and quiet. Very large room! Food and service wonderful. About 25 min to Cornell/Ithaca downtown. Only minor issue was the lowish water pressure in tbe shower, otherwise fine stay."

Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent experience"

The Springwater Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and nicely decorated. Great location for access to everything in and around Ithaca."

Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

8/10 Good

"Hotel was ok, could benefit from some updating. One of our two beds in Room #19 was broken so that wasn't great. I'd try it again due mostly to close proximity to Ithaca College."

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

10/10 Excellent

"Better than expected"

Other attractions near James Kennedy State Forest

Greek Peak Mountain Resort

8.8/10 (198 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Virgil with a visit to Greek Peak Mountain Resort. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Cascades Indoor Waterpark

8.4/10 (140 reviews)

Bring the family to Cascades Indoor Waterpark and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Virgil. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Hope Lake

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hope Lake during your travels in Virgil.

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Tuller Hill State Forest

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Tuller Hill State Forest during your travels to Virgil.

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Hoxie Gorge State Forest

You can take time to visit Hoxie Gorge State Forest during your travels to Marathon.

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Freetown Town Hall

After visiting Freetown Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marathon.

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Peck Memorial Library

After visiting Peck Memorial Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marathon.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Kennedy State Forest?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit James Kennedy State Forest, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near James Kennedy State Forest?

Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 3 mi (4.8 km) from James Kennedy State Forest. Other good options around the area include Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites and Motel 6 McGraw, NY - Cortland.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to James Kennedy State Forest?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from James Kennedy State Forest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Kennedy State Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near James Kennedy State Forest.

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Our top choices for James Kennedy State Forest hotels

1. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Cortland

2. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

3. The Springwater Inn

4. Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

5. Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

6. Benn Conger Inn

7. Hampton Inn Cortland

8. Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites

9. Motel 6 McGraw, NY - Cortland

10. Cortland Motel

11. Red Roof Inn Cortland

12. Best Western University Inn

13. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

14. Quality Inn Cortland - University Area

15. Clarion Inn & Suites Cortland - University Area

16. Econo Lodge Cortland Downtown

17. Countryside Home Near Trails & Finger Lakes Area!

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Top James Kennedy State Forest Hotel Reviews

Cayuga Blu Hotel

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

Benn Conger Inn

Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

The Springwater Inn

Best Western Plus Finger Lakes Inn & Suites

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

Other attractions near James Kennedy State Forest

Greek Peak Mountain Resort

Cascades Indoor Waterpark

Hope Lake

Tuller Hill State Forest

Hoxie Gorge State Forest

Freetown Town Hall

Peck Memorial Library

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