Located in Herkimer County, New York, Herkimer was established in 1788 and has a total area of about 32 square miles. The town of Herkimer sits in Central New York, and is about halfway between Syracuse and Albany. As of 2007, City-Data.com lists Herkimer as having a population of almost 7,000.
The Herkimer Motel offers a variety of one and two bedroom suites, including a whirlpool suite, queen suite and studio suite. Amenities at the hotel include an outdoor heated pool and fitness center. Attractions near the motel include the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Ace of Diamonds Mine and Campground, and the Adirondacks Enchanted Forest/Water Safari. An on-site Denny's Restaurant offers a free continental breakfast to guests.
Located on Washington Street in Herkimer, America's Best Inn offers a variety of basic guest room amenities, and all guests receive a complimentary breakfast on site. A unique aspect to the hotel is that it offers EcoRooms, which have over a dozen products that are waste reducing, energy efficient, biodegradable and non-toxic. These rooms are designed to be healthier and safer for guests and room attendants. Attractions near America's Best Inn include the National Soccer Hall of Fame and Erie Canal Marina.
The Bellinger Rose Bed and Breakfast offers romantic rooms with queen size beds, fireplaces, and private bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs. The bed and breakfast offers guests in-room massage services. Guests to the area can visit the Turning Stone Resort and Casino, Glimmerglass Opera, The Farmer's Museum and Ommegang Brewery. Restaurant near the bed and breakfast include West Side Saloon and Steakhouse, Sorrento's, PK's Pub and Albany Street Cafe.
The Red Carpet Inn is located in Ilion, New York, just over 3 miles from Herkimer. The motel has 31 smoking and non-smoking rooms, and a party hall is available for rent on the premises. Attractions near the hotel include The Utica Zoo, Madison-Bouckville Antiques, Bear Pond Wines and Cooperstown Bat Company. Dining options available include Beardslee Castle, East End Steakhouse and Yetty's.