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Vernon Downs Casino Hotel
This resort-style hotel has an adjoining casino overlooking Vernon Downs racetrack which offers live harness racing between April and November
Picturesquely set among Central New York’s rolling hills, this resort-style hotel has an adjoining casino overlooking Vernon Downs racetrack which offers live harness racing between April and November.
The hotel’s rooms come with flat screen TVs with complimentary HBO, in-room coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator and many have panoramic views of the race track. A continental breakfast is served free Monday to Friday and free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby and free parking.
Other amenities include an indoor pool and whirlpool tub, a fitness center, an arcade and conference space. There are also many dining options including the all-you-can-eat Champions Buffet just off the gaming floor along with Ring Eyed Pete’s Bar, The Triple 777 Café offering burgers, wraps and sandwich while Mr. G’s Food and Spirits features overstuffed sandwiches, big burgers, comfort food and more. The race track itself features the Gold Cup Buffet with a great view of the action and for an even closer view, the Miracle Mile Restaurant allows you an à la carte service with simulcast wagering right at your table. There is also the Trackside Concessions for a burger, dog, chili or soup.
Vernon Downs can be enjoyed as an adult getaway or a fun trip for the whole family. Check out some of our other weekend getaway ideas!
PET POLICY: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel’s rooms come with flat screen TVs with complimentary HBO, in-room coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator and many have panoramic views of the race track. A continental breakfast is served free Monday to Friday and free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby and free parking.
Other amenities include an indoor pool and whirlpool tub, a fitness center, an arcade and conference space. There are also many dining options including the all-you-can-eat Champions Buffet just off the gaming floor along with Ring Eyed Pete’s Bar, The Triple 777 Café offering burgers, wraps and sandwich while Mr. G’s Food and Spirits features overstuffed sandwiches, big burgers, comfort food and more. The race track itself features the Gold Cup Buffet with a great view of the action and for an even closer view, the Miracle Mile Restaurant allows you an à la carte service with simulcast wagering right at your table. There is also the Trackside Concessions for a burger, dog, chili or soup.
Vernon Downs can be enjoyed as an adult getaway or a fun trip for the whole family. Check out some of our other weekend getaway ideas!
PET POLICY: Pets are not allowed.
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