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Routes 30 and 896, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Fulton Steamboat Inn
Ranked #1 of 38 hotels in Lancaster
5.0 of 5 stars 857 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Gift shop(41)
  • Very nice(30)
  • Indoor pool(28)
  • Hot tub(27)
  • Dutch wonderland(19)
  • Friendly and helpful(18)
  • Bunk bed(16)
  • Sun deck(13)
  • Chocolate chip cookies(10)
  • Great Place(10)
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Glassboro, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Overpriced”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

I was very disappointed with my experience here. I paid extra for a room with a fireplace nd balcony. The fireplace wasnt real, it was just a few logs with orange lights in them that didnt provide heat, the balcony provided a dingy view of the parking lot. The phone didnt work and the room was dusty, for 150 a night i thought I'd be getting more. Stay at the Best Western, you're better off.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Peter Chiccarine, General Manager at Fulton Steamboat Inn, responded to this review
13 February 2012
Dear Valued Steamboat Passenger,

Thank you for sharing your recent experiences at the Fulton Steamboat Inn. We certainly appreciate your feedback, as it is through our guests' comments, and observations that we will continue to improve our facilities at the Fulton.

The Fulton Steamboat Inn is situated amidst beautiful Amish farmland in the heart of Lancaster County, conveniently located within minutes of Lancaster County’s most popular attractions, providing both a serene and convenient location for our guests. Our Sun Deck guest rooms are furnished with beautiful Victorian themed fixtures, offering our guests with a most unique, and memorable experience. All of our guest rooms on the Sun Deck are complete with electric fireplaces to enhance the décor of our Victorian themed rooms, as well as provide an alternate heat source for our guests.

We certainly appreciate your observations, and thank you again for sharing your experience. In the future, please do not hesitate to contact a Manager on Duty, available to our guests 24 hours/ day, so we may assist you with any concerns that may arise during your stay.

Best Regards,

Peter J. Chiccarine
General Manager
Fulton Steamboat Inn
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Magnolia, Delaware, United States
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“suprise in Lancaster!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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was pleslantly suprised at all the sevices we received and how wonderful all the staff were. Highly recommend staying there. there were couples and families they meet everyones needs..

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Newton, New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“First Hand Accomodations”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is a very nice place to stay. From the plush rooms to the swimming pool and hot tub you will have a great experience. The bar is very nice and the restaurant food for both breakfast and dinner was exquisite. From the wait staff, bartender and front desk is all for their guests. Thank you Crystal for going up and above with booking of our rooms. Come stay and you wouldn't be disappointed. We liked our first stay so much we brought our son, daughter in law and grandson back for a stay during "Thomas Week". Mike A. from NJ

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Very disappointing stay”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 via mobile

We have been regulars of the hotel for years. We have noticed in the past year things going downhill. This time our room was dirty --- used tissues under bed along with food. Room felt dirty. Heater in the room when used for heat was very loud. We stayed in the same room three weeks ago with the same complaint with the heater -- still wasn't fixed. We always fill out the comment cards. Does anyone read them ??? Also due to the rough play in the pool by groups this weekend -- we were unable to even use it. I'm very disappointed that our stay was not up to par.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Horseheads, New York
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A Disapointing Experience”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
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We Spent One Night In This Hotel. The Serice was disapointing, the pool was COLD and The Jacuzzi jets were fountians in the side walls. The guest across the hall had recently visited the bar and was abit loud at 12:30 AM. We wike to a contractor truck parked directly under our window at 7:00 AM slamming doors, raising ladders, drilling, hammering and such. The phn in our room didn't work, which required several trips to the front desk. The phn issues was never resolved. The most disturbing part of our unfortunate experience was all the hidden surveilence camera's leaving us to wonder how "private" our room even was. Whenever we visit Lancaster, we stay at Bird in Hand or Hershey Farms. Our Daughter was facinated by Steamboat so we gave it a try. Couldn't be more dissatisfied. We Would never stay ther again at any price although a discount was never offered, inspite of all the inconvienence.

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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Peter Chiccarine, General Manager at Fulton Steamboat Inn, responded to this review
5 February 2012
Dear Steamboat Passenger,

Thank you for sharing your comments regarding your recent stay aboard the Fulton Steamboat Inn. We aim to provide all of our guests with a memorable experience, and exceptional guest service, and I apologize that we uncharacteristically fell short on this occasion.

The safety and privacy of our guests is of utmost importance at the Fulton Steamboat Inn. Although we do utilize security cameras in public spaces for the safety of our guests, I can assure you, all of our guest rooms are, without question, reserved for the privacy of our guests. I appreciate your view regarding the temperature of the pool, and would like to reassure our guests that we maintain the pool water temperature between 82° and 85°, and the indoor air temperature between 84° and 88°. The contractors who are currently working to enhance the exterior of the Steamboat have agreed to begin at 9am. I have reviewed this agreement with our contractor, and certainly apologize for the inconvenience. All exterior renovations are scheduled to be complete by February 17, 2012.

In the future, please do not hesitate to contact a Manager on Duty if you have any questions or comments during your time with us. A Manager is available 24 hours a day, and may be reached by dialing -0- from your in-room telephone. I thank you again for your comments regarding your experiences with us at the Fulton Steamboat Inn.

Best Regards,

Peter J. Chiccarine
General Manager
Fulton Steamboat Inn
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Address: Routes 30 and 896, Lancaster, PA 17602
Price range (per night):* INR5,312 - 8,947

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