I have been coming here for 20+ years, in all seasons, with all combinations of travel companions. We are high up in the Best Western priority points system, just from stays here.

Positive Points:

•Location: surrounded by lush green mountains, 360 degrees. This property is in the epicenter of the August Italian festival, and the best takeoff point for the Allegheny National Forest. Stunning old architecture, built during Bradford’s heyday, is in close walking distance.

•Value: Great value! Can negotiate better prices, if you watch specials. (AAA, “skiers special”) Free drink in bar. Free, consistently good, breakfast.
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•Restaurant quality: depends on the team. We always see who is on duty, when deciding whether to dine here. Can be excellent, or mediocre. Access is handy, especially if you arrive late.

•Availability: When all Ellicottville and Salamanca hotels are full, try here. I was a hero at the Gin Mill in Ellicottville, when a troop of Harley riders found themselves without lodging, and I suggested this place.

Here's the elephant in the room. Watch out for the effects of gas well hydrofracking. Bradford is in the epicenter of the hydrofracking boom, and this is scary. (A drilling technique that injects highly pressurized fracking fluids, which can contain deadly poisons and carcinogens.) The hotel caters to these companies. You see boots in the hall, out of town accents, uniformed men loaded into buses in the morning, and mysterious trucks that do not have to be properly labeled because they are exempt from the Clean Air and Clean Water act. Establishments have the right (and responsibility) to minimize any possible dangers to employees and the other guests, and I trust the Bradford Best Western is responding appropriately. In the meantime, it does not hurt to ask questions. (I would be especially intersted in swimming pool safeguards, given that chlorine does not purify these toxins.) In addition, I suggest:

•Use caution, before letting kids, pregnant women or pets alone in the hall or in the parking lot. I have seen boots, (my thought "Are they contaminated with hydrofracking mud?") sitting in the hall. . .probably worse, if these boots were prior occupants of your room. It only takes a miniscule amount of some of these chemicals to have a carcinogenic effect. Consult with your doctor, if you have any doubt.

•Do not park next to trucks whose contents are not apparent. Take special care if you observe any pools of liquid on the asphalt.

On a recent trip from Rochester, NY to Indiana, PA I was looking for a reasonably price place to stay at a halfway point. I was leaving late in the evening. Bradford is a bit south of Salamanca, NY and the only populated area of reasonable size that fit the requirements. I had a choice of several high end places including near the casino in Salamanca. I chose the Best Western because it was very reasonably priced but was a bit fearful that the quality might be less desirable.
I was pleasantly surprised. The night staff when I arrived, was very helpful. The room, comfortable and well equipped.
There is a very extensive complimentary breakfast that included hot items.
In the summer, a large outdoor pool is available.
I'll be driving this way again in the future and plan on staying there again.

We stayed at this hotel mainly because it was "pet friendly" and it definitely was. There is a large grassy area to take our "boys." It was our first time taking our dogs to a hotel and I will definitely do it again. The hotel staff were all very accomodating and pleasant; the room was clean, nicely furnished, and had a coffee maker, microwave, and refrigerator. There was a small lounge/restaurant/bar which was very convenient. The free breakfast was excellent.

My husband and I just returned from a short trip to Bradford, PA to visit the casino in Salamanca, NY. We took our two dogs with us since this hotel is pet friendly. First time we ever did this so I wasn't sure what to expect. We were able to check into our room early and it was clean and roomy. We brought the dog crates and there was enough room to set up both. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. On check-in they gave us coupons for a free drink in their "restaurant/lounge" which was a nice little bonus with our dinner. The free continental breakfast was good. The service was friendly and not at all overcrowded. I would definitely stay there again if we are in the area.