The Clarkson Inn

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel on river in Potsdam

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Interior entrance
Exterior
Business centre
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
On the river, The Clarkson Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy firepit. Connect to WiFi, host events in the banquet hall, or unwind by the barbecue grills. Helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ski storage
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $205
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guest Room with One Queen Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Guest Room with Two Queen Beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (ADA with Two Queen Beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

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1 Main St, Potsdam, NY, 13676

What's nearby

  • Raquette River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clarkson University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State University of New York-Potsdam - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Stables at Windy Point - 7 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.) - 37 min drive
  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Clarkson Inn

Enjoy your visit to Potsdam with a stay at The Clarkson Inn. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Gas grills

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Clarkson Inn
Clarkson Inn Potsdam
Clarkson Potsdam
The Clarkson Inn Hotel
The Clarkson Inn Potsdam
The Clarkson Inn Hotel Potsdam

Frequently asked questions

Does The Clarkson Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Clarkson Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Clarkson Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Clarkson Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clarkson Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Clarkson Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. The Clarkson Inn also has a picnic area.

What's the area around The Clarkson Inn like?

The Clarkson Inn is located by the river, a short 3-minute walk from Raquette River and 5 minutes' walk from Clarkson University. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Excellent dining options are available within walking distance of the property. (5 reviews)
  • The property offers easy parking and convenient access to a nearby park with a river and hiking trails. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with many choices and some reviewers even mentioning it as one of the best around. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice accomodations

The room was larger than expected which was a nice surprise. The location to the University was very good. The Inn is undergoing renovations which did take away from the atmosphere, However, it did not bother me in the least.
GraceAnn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lisa, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Bathroom

Bathroom ventilation was complained of. Not addressed at all.
Joon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good! Staff was great!
Karla, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ABRAHAM, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

First time in the new rooms

The Clarkson is in the middle of a remodel, and it's coming along nicely. We've stayed there 3 prior times, but this is the first in their refinished rooms. The bathroom tile was very nice, the new furniture was also comfortable and stylish. The staff was friendly as always
Joanne, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The Clarkson Inn is undergoing renovations at this time, so no breakfast in the morning while it is redone. The newly renovated rooms no longer have the vibe of the original, now that modernized,
Patricia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Never stayed at the Clarkson Inn. After I booked through Hotel.com Clarkson Inn called and said they had nothing available. They sent me to the Hampton Inn which was nice.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Steve, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We got transferred to the Hampton Inn because of renovations and it was excellent!
Carrie, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Geniene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Miyo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great Location
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy walking access to local shops and restaurants. Convenient for visits to area students.
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Classic favorite.

I like to stay here every time we visit my daughter for school. Perfect location. I’m excited they are doing some renovations, excited to see new upgrades.
DIANA, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Patricia, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff who very clearly communicated that the property was undergoing renovations. There was some extended noise after 11 PM that seemed to come from a vehicle outside (nothing to do with the property but disruptive for someone staying on the 1st floor). Outside of that, for a tiny town, there are enough options for coffee and dining while visiting the area colleges etc.
Sara, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Classic, quiet, comfortable, convenient!
Wendy, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

lovely inn which captures the "olde tyme" spirit of new england small inns of days gone by rooms are spacious and well laid out heat/air/etc. are excellent- very god infrastructure people [staff] are gracious and welcoming just a great stay
Glen, 2-night family trip
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