The Birches Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Gansevoort with free breakfast

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Design Studio
Exterior
Design Studio | Minibar
Design Studio | Balcony
Design Studio | Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

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660 Saratoga Rd, Gansevoort, NY, 12831
  • Place, Skidmore College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilton Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Saratoga Springs City Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Design Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gansevoort

At The Birches Motel you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Skidmore College and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Tang Teaching Museum. Highlights at this motel include free breakfast (local cuisine) and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a picnic area and luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this Gansevoort motel, you'll find Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Skidmore College - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Hannaford Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wilton Mall - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Saratoga Springs City Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Saratoga Race Course - 7 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 8 min drive
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Birches Motel

Motel in Gansevoort with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Birches Motel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Gansevoort motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Birches Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Birches Motel Gansevoort
Birches Gansevoort
The Birches Motel Motel
The Birches Motel Gansevoort
The Birches Motel Motel Gansevoort

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Birches Motel?

The Birches Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Birches Motel?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Birches Motel on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$173.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Birches Motel?

Yep, The Birches Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Birches Motel?

The closest beach to The Birches Motel is Brown's Beach (15.6 km).

Does The Birches Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Birches Motel?

No, The Birches Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Birches Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Birches Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Musty smell in room, ran out of hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was close to stuff, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Contactless check in. Easy, quick, convenient, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, tiny bathroom but clean, could use a decent coffee maker
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Mount Kisco

Very nice, clean and close to spac.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was a delightful gentleman. He gave me a lot of local insider knowledge because he grew up in the area. I can’t find anything wrong with my stay. It was absolutely great and I hope to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem. I have stayed in worse in higher class hotels. It was quiet, clean, cool, and super comfortable beds. My small complaint was the provided bathroom items (soap, shampoo, and conditioner), were empty (just conditioner). Great parking, safe rooms, and super quiet. Do not judge this motel by the outside (which is also very cute), it was an awesome stay. Easy check in and check out. Just far enough away from town to be quiet but close enough to take a quick ride to everything. Awesome stay can’t say enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is no staff on property instead you have access to a room where you can get extra pillows, towels, etc. Unfortunately when I was staying it was empty with the exception of a few towels and ironing boards.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamer

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I did not rate staff because there was no staff. That was fine because they texted the room # and room code to me. I checked in by text and that was also easy and efficient. This motel is a pleasure and I would go back again. A nice place to stay if you are going to the races at Saratoga.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were just passing through and needed a room for the night. Our room had 2 beds, dining table and chairs, microwave and refrigerator. More than I expected!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for an overnight. Stayed here after a performance at SPAC
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with family
A little run down but clean and quiet. Got a good nights rest. Check in and check out was smooth and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sweet

This is a sweet motel with a comfortable room. Jacob was polite and took care of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
It was a great location for our purpose. It was clean mostly. We wanted a no smoking room. Even signed a waiver saying we wouldnt smoke in it or if it smells like smoke we would be charged. However as soon as we stepped into the room, it smelt like smoke. Not horrible but to a non smoker definately noticable. I called the number for the office and someone got back to me very quickly and came out and checked. Also gave us a can of spray which helped. My other concern was the stains on the sheets and the cigarette burns holes in the comforter. Beds were very comfy. Lastly when wiping down porcelein when cleaning make sure you get all the hair. There was someonelses hair stuck to the pedestal sink and everytime you sat to pee you could see it. I think it is guiness having the code locks and being able to get extra towels and toilet paper too. It was a nice touch having the breakfast vouchers. The mexican american diner was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite a wonderful place to just relax and be around nature
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No actual breakfast just a voucher for a sandwich next door. Room smelled horrible, window was broken, bathroom door wouldn’t close, lamp didn’t work, big water stain on the ceiling. Not worth the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Average At Best

A little bit disappointed given the high reviews on the place. Stains on some of the sheets and towels, shower floor was slightly stained with some dirt/grime. Bed was comfortable, though and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024