Corning is situated in a river valley in New York's Steuben County, 140 miles east of Buffalo and 260 miles northwest of New York City. The city has a legacy of glass making and is home to the Corning Museum of Glass, which holds the world's largest collection of glass objects. Corning's downtown Gaffer District is also home to several art studios, antique stores, restaurants and the Rockwell Museum of Western Arts. Visitors to the city can keep fit all year-round with a swim in one of Corning's several hotels that feature indoor pools.
Just a four-minute walk from the Rockwell Museum of Western Arts, and steps away from a variety of restaurants, bars and shops, the Radisson Hotel has a Gaffer District location that Frommer's describes as "excellent." Frommer's also notes that this is the only full-service hotel in Corning. Along with a heated indoor swimming pool, which is open from early morning through late evening, the hotel features a 10-person outdoor hot tub and basic fitness center. Guests also receive complimentary guest passes to a local, more fully-equipped, fitness center. The hotel offers a golf package at the 18-hole Corning Country Club. The on-site Grill 1-2-5 serves regional specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and guests can have drinks and light meals at the Steuben Bar.
The Comfort Inn is a budget hotel located on the northern side of the Chemung River, a 10-minute walk from the Corning Museum of Glass. Along with a heated indoor swimming pool, guests can workout in the hotel's fitness room. Business travelers may also make use of the on-site business center. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast with hot waffles and complimentary coffee throughout the day. For lunch and dinner, guests can take a 15-minute walk to the Gaffer District, or dine at one of the several eateries surrounding the hotel, such as The Site Cyber Bar and Grill.
The Fairfield Inn is an affordably-priced hotel from the Marriott chain, located just off the I-86 and on the northern side of the river. The hotel offers special package deals that include accommodations and entrance to the Museum of Glass, or a chocolate tour. Fitness enthusiasts can swim at the hotel's on-site heated pool, workout at the fitness center, or play a round of golf at the Corning Country Club, which is only six miles away. Continental breakfast is included in rates, and restaurants within walking distance include Bob Evans family diner.
