We stayed here to be close to some of the National Park sites. It's very conveniently located, across the street from the FDR home. On July 4th weekend, we paid $75 for our room, and it was the best deal of the trip. The motel is a big 'C' facing away from the road, with little side wings pointing toward it. Parking was pretty tight since they were so full. Sadly, the excellent neon sign has been recently replaced by a cheap and tacky plastic sign, which did sort of hurt the retro vibe.

I originally thought the owners were a bit crusty, but when I came back to fill the ice bucket, they were very friendly and had good tips on food in the area. Our room was next to the office, and was pretty large. It was worn, but clean. The furnishings were dated, but that was just part of the fun, as was our beautiful pink tile bathroom. We really enjoyed the pool, which was pretty large for this sort of place. Despite the brutal heat, we were almost alone using it. The bed was comfortable, and although it was not the quietest night we've ever spent (motel full, road traffic), we slept well. I might try one of the other old motels next time to satisfy my curiosity, but I would be very happy to end up here again.

I have stayed at the GOLDEN MANOR several times over several years, mainly during the Antique Auto Show in May and Dutchess County Fair in August. It is an older, one level, somewhat "dated" Mom & Pop motel from the late 1950s or early 1960s and set back from the roadway. You can park almost infront of your room door. It is not fancy, but it's very clean and adequate. This colonial looking motel is typical of the area, time and era it was built. It is also located just across from the FDR Estate and there is still a real Drive-In movie theatre right next door. The breakfast buffet is limited, but OK...juice, coffee, tea, donuts. There are plenty of restaurants and 24 hour diners in the area.

Some posters claim they were treated rudely which may be true, but I have always found the owners to be helpful. The owners are always very accommodating to our vintage car club activities. The owners speak English as a second language and sometimes their communication is not the best, but they do try and they take pride in the up-keep of their establishment. The perceived rudeness is sometimes just a language barrier. "Trude" will be happy to help you as best she can whether it's to change your room location or type of accommodations.

It's clean,and the managers are courteous. They have a simple breakfast with coffee, buns and juice. They are far enough fro rte 9 that you won't have much highway noise.

It's been may be 3 years since I've stayed here. The owners DO maintain this property, which is quite large. . I've always had a decent room, dated in a cool way..kind of retro. Period ( 60's ) furnishings..in excellent condition.. room is in good shape. I had a slight mildew order as I see some have complained about, but not a problem for me. The room was large. I would absolutely stay here again. I like the price and there is a restaurant nearby .. a steakhouse/brewery minutes south.. I mean it is probably walking distance ..that was very good. there is a very attractive pool that was not operational when we were there, if this is important to you, check on it. the chairs surrounding the pool are kind of retro too.. pink,green,lavender. Most rooms face your parking spot, but some do not. If walking is an issue, ask about this as my room was facing the pool and there is, of course, no parking spot right there.