Complete Guide to Letchworth State Park
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Where to Stay in Letchworth State Park
Lodges and Deluxe Rooms
Site | Description | Amenities | Rates* | Location |
Glen Iris Inn | William P. Letchworth’s private estate, recently remodeled, is in the heart of the Portage Gorge and offers the best views of the area. The Inn features styling consistent with the time period in which Letchworth resided. | 12 standard rooms: one double or two twin beds, full private bath, dressing table & telephone service. 3 luxury suites: queen bed & dressing table, furnished living area, full bath and telephone service. Cherry suite: features patterned hardwood floors & whirlpool tub. French doors lead out to the second floor Dinning room: Serves lunch and dinner. | $140-185 (standard room) $240-270 (special room) $230-230 (Suites) Max. 2 people. Book now | Above Middle Falls in the Portage Gorge on the southwest end of the park. Map |
Pinewood Lodge | A remodeled series of 7 luxury lodges with a natural, but contemporary design. Perfect for families and small groups. | All Rooms: double bed & a sleeper sofa (double), coffee maker, microwave oven, small refrigerator, table/chairs, telephone service & television with VCR, full bath. | $185-215.+ $10 for every guest beyond 2.
| On the ridge above the Glen Iris Inn in the Portage Gorge on the southwest end of the park. |
Pinewood Lofts | A series of luxury units for groups of 2-4, with leather sofabed, fireplace, tv, and kitchenette. | All Rooms: Living room with leather sofabed, gas fireplace, flat screen TV with satellite, kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, wine glasses, cheese board, full bathroom with 2 person whirlpool tub, loft bedroom with King bed – $310 per night. | $325-360 per night. Max 4 people.
| On the ridge above the Glen Iris Inn in the Portage Gorge on the southwest end of the park. |
Caroline’s Cottage | A fully furnished 3 bedroom cottage tucked away in a private area of the park. Great for up to 6 people. | The house has a fully equipped kitchen, living & dining areas & one full bathroom. | $335-375 per night. Max 6 people. | In a private area of the park on the southwest end.
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The Stone House | An extravagant 2-story, three-bedroom stone cottage was situated across the street from Inspiration Point. This house is perfect for family retreats and weekend getaways. | The house is beautifully furnished & features a living room with fireplace & stereo system, dining room, sunroom, patio, fully appointed kitchen & two & a half bathrooms. | $435.00 ($465.00 in October) | On the southwest end, across from Inspiration Point.Map |
The Chalet | The Swiss Chalet style home was built by William P. Letchworth as part of a farm on his estate. It is now a fully equipped luxurious guesthouse. For up to 8 people. | The house has a living room with gas fireplace and leather furniture. The kitchen is fully equipped with appliances, dishes, glassware and basic cookware. The living room has a view of Eagle Hill looking towards the Portage gorge area of the park. 3 bedrooms: 1 queen, 1 with 2 double beds & 1 with 2 twin beds. 2 full bathrooms. | $430-475. Max 8 people. | Above Middle Falls & the Glen Iris in the Portage Gorge on the southwest end of the park. |
Camping and Cabins
Site | Description | Amenities | Rates* | Location |
[A] Cabins | Set in a wooded area, these family-size cabins offer both natural environments, camping community atmosphere and home comfort. | 22 Cabins: Each cabin has 3 rooms, refrigerator, cooking stove, table/chairs, 6 cots with mattresses, flush toilet, cold running water, electric heat and fireplace. Linens & cooking utensils are not provided. No water late fall through winter. No pets. Community laundry, showers & restrooms available. 7-day or 14-day reservations only (Saturday to Saturday only) late June through August. | Rates depend on date. Max. 6 people. 2 night min.Book now + fee for out of state campers | Near the Lower Falls. |
[B] Cabins | Set in a wooded area, these family-size cabins offer both natural environments, camping community atmosphere and home comfort. | 22 Cabins: Each cabin has 3 rooms, refrigerator, cooking stove, table/chairs, 6 cots with mattresses, flush toilet, cold running water, electric heat and fireplace. Linens & cooking utensils are not provided. No water late fall through winter. No pets.Community laundry, showers & restrooms available. | Rates depend on date. Max. 6 people. 2 night min.Book now + fee for out of state campers | Near the Lower Falls. Closer than [A] Cabins. |
[C] Cabins | Set in a wooded area, these family-size cabins offer both natural environments, camping community atmosphere and home comfort. The only cabins a available in the northern portion of the park. | 18 Cabins: 13 cabins have 3 rooms, 5 have 1 room. Refrigerator, cooking stove, table/chairs, 6 cots with mattresses, electric heat. No running water. Linens & cooking utensils are not provided. No pets. Community laundry, showers, playground, water station & restrooms available. Highbanks recreation area and a swimming pool close by. 7-day or 14-day reservations only (Sunday to Sunday only) late June through August. Open year round. | Rates depend on date. Max. 6 people. 2 night min.Book now + fee for out of state campers | orth of the Highbanks campground area 2 Miles south of the Mt. Morris Dam.Map |
[D] Cabins | Set in a remote wooded area, these family-size cabins have little to offer, but a rustic and cozy stay. With few amenities and unrefined interior, these cabins are truly roughing it. | 10 Cabins: 8 1-room cabins accommodate 6, 2 are limited to 2 people maximum. Refrigerator, cooking stove, table/chairs, 2-6 cots with mattresses. No heat. No running water. Linens & cooking utensils are not provided. No pets. Community showers & restrooms available. 7-day or 14-day reservations only (Saturday to Saturday only) late June through August. | Rates depend on date. Max. 6 people. 2 night min.Book now + fee for out of state campers | On the southeast side, near the Parade Grounds.Map |
[E] Cabins | Set in a remote wooded area, these family-size cabins have little to offer, but a rustic and cozy stay. With few amenities and unrefined interior, these cabins are truly roughing it. | 10 Cabins: 1-room cabins accommodate 4. Refrigerator, cooking stove, table/chairs, 2-6 cots with mattresses. No heat. No running water. Linens & cooking utensils are not provided. No pets. Community restrooms available. Closed early fall through winter. | Ratesdepend on date. Max. 4 people. 2 night min.Book now + fee for out of state campers | On the southeast side, between Big Bend & that Genesee Valley Canal Locks.Map |
Tent & Trailer Camping | Letchworth offers 8 loops of campsites within the Highbanks campgrounds, containing roughly 25 sites each. These sites are within close proximity to the Highbanks recreation facility and pool. | 270 Campsites: With electric hookups. All sites have access to road & community showers, restrooms and water. Community playground and laundry facilities are located near the campground entrance. Pets are allowed in the 100, 200, 700 & 800 loops. A campsite can fit a trailer or 2 tents. | Rates depend on date.Max. 4 people.2 night min. | In the Highbanks campground area 3 Miles south of the Mt. Morris Dam.Map |
* Rates listed are estimates only and are subject to fluctuations based on season. Taxes and fees not included. This page is not affiliated with Letchworth State Park and the Lodging options listed above. NYFalls.com has no affiliation with Letchworth State Park or the Glen Iris Inn.
