Watertown is in upstate New York, 30 miles south of the Canadian border. The dramatic scenery of the Adirondacks is nearby, winter sports are on the city's doorstep, and the Black River, which offers rafting, white-water canoeing and fishing, runs through Watertown. The Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York features interactive exhibits illustrating modern science and technology. A selection of hotels are within a five-minute drive of the center.
Set in a pink building with Art Deco styling, the Best Western Carriage House Inn is a six-minute walk from the Sci-Tech Center. The 142 rooms and 12 suites have 42-inch LCD televisions and DVD players, and the front desk has a free DVD library. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor pool, a sauna and fitness equipment. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast and the on-site restaurant, Sonora's Mexican, is open for lunch and dinner.
A 15-minute walk or a three-minute drive from the Sci-Tech Center, the Watertown Travelodge's room rates include free parking, breakfast and wireless Internet access. Nearby dining options include the family-owned Pete's Restaurant, serving homemade Italian dishes; the 1025 Ruyi Japanese Steak House; and India House, offering authentic Indian cooking. During the winter season, visitors can ski and snowboard at the Dryhill Ski Area, a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Families can enjoy a visit to the Thompson Park Zoo, which is a five-minute drive away.
A half-mile off Interstate 81, the Econo Lodge Watertown, surrounded by landscaped gardens, is a three-minute drive from the Sci-Tech Center. The 57 guest rooms, some with full kitchens, are available for short or extended stays. The hotel features an indoor heated swimming pool. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast and a selection of restaurants are available in the vicinity for other meals. These include Shorties Diner, serving classic American favorites, and Sboro's, which serves Italian dishes.
The Hampton Inn Watertown, a five-minute drive from the Sci-Tech Center, has 90 rooms, and the deluxe guest rooms come with whirlpool tubs. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at the hotel, and try out some of the local eateries for lunch and dinner. Choices include Cavallario's Cucina Restaurant, which serves authentic Italian dishes, and the Fung Hing Chinese Restaurant. As well as a wide selection of stores, the Salmon Run Mall, a three-minute drive from the hotel, has more dining options and a movie theater.
