See all properties

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Potsdam

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn

Interior entrance
Business center
Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guest Room with One Queen Bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1 Main St, Potsdam, NY, 13676
  • Clarkson University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • State University of New York-Potsdam
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Shower Only;with Sofabed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Shower Only;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (with Sofabed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View (Shower Only)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View (Shower Only)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Potsdam

City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Raquette River and Clarkson University. State University of New York-Potsdam and Canton-Potsdam Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Raquette River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clarkson University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • State University of New York-Potsdam - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Stables at Windy Point - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn

3.5-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Potsdam
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Potsdam hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1985
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn offers 40 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Reception

Hampton Inn Potsdam, NY

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 763 reviews
$185 nightly
The price is $206
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Potsdam, NY

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 75.00 per pet, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Clarkson Inn
Clarkson Inn Potsdam
Clarkson Potsdam
The Clarkson Inn Hotel
The Clarkson Inn Potsdam
The Clarkson Inn Hotel Potsdam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn to the airport?

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn is 23.7 mi (37-min drive) away from the Massena, NY (MSS-Massena Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn on Jul 27, 2025 start from $138.56, excluding 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.

Does Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn.

How close is Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (9-min drive) from Postwood Park and 12.9 mi (22-min drive) from Taylor Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn have a pool?

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn to downtown Potsdam?

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn is 0.3 mi away from Potsdam.

Best Western Potsdam University Park Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bathroom

Bathroom ventilation was complained of. Not addressed at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good! Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie, King George, VA

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ABRAHAM

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

First time in the new rooms

The Clarkson is in the middle of a remodel, and it's coming along nicely. We've stayed there 3 prior times, but this is the first in their refinished rooms. The bathroom tile was very nice, the new furniture was also comfortable and stylish. The staff was friendly as always
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are renovating so outside wasn’t really clean and lobby a mess. We didn’t like that there was someone noisy both nights. One at 2am and next night 3am. For a while.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Notified about construction after confirming reservation, no breakfast except old prepackaged muffins with an apple in a bag. They charged my credit card upon arrival even after saying we wanted to split the charge upon check out. Room was clean, but very thin walls, so noisy. Over all I would not recommend or stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Clarkson Inn is undergoing renovations at this time, so no breakfast in the morning while it is redone. The newly renovated rooms no longer have the vibe of the original, now that modernized,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thr Inn offered us a very convenient location for college tours. The parking was easy, and from the outside it looked great. The rooms were clean, but fairly dated. All the staff we encountered were extremely friendly and helpful. One even printed out a document I had left at home. We did not know, until walking through the doors, that the hotel was under renovation, so we walked into a front area with stacks of boxes and materials. While we didnt hear any noise, our room was on the other side of the major renovation, so walked past open construction to get there. We booked the Inn because of convenience and the promise of hot breakfast. Unfortunately, due to renovations, the breakfast was a cold grab and go. I just wish we knew of those things in advance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Never stayed at the Clarkson Inn. After I booked through Hotel.com Clarkson Inn called and said they had nothing available. They sent me to the Hampton Inn which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WE didnt have a hot breakfast, i was unaware of them being in construction. also we couldnt sleep in because of a fire alarm at 8:00 in the morning. and it was not an emergency.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Traveled with partner
We got transferred to the Hampton Inn because of renovations and it was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025