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3.0/5
Based on 27 guest reviews
- Complimentary breakfast is offered
- Hotel has 25 rooms
- 5 floors in hotel
- 10 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 2:00pm
- Check out time: 12:00
- Groups/Meetings rating of 7.5/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Located by the Chautauqua Institute
Map and Points of Interest Near The Spencer Hotel & Spa
Property Description
The Spencer...more captivating than opening your favorite storybook! A four-season Western New York Theme Hotel and Resort with rooms dedicated to authors, in the heart of the Chautauqua Institution. Celebrating a century of hospitality and more with our second season of enrichment workshops. All of our special packages feature one-of-a-kind spa services and world-class meals. Our spacious, comfortable rooms and suites make this Western New York Theme Hotel ideal for families and business events. The Spencer begins its second century with improvements to the hotel's physical facility, as well as enrichment programming designed to expand on the Chautauqua experience. We continue to offer guests the modern amenities and conveniences of the 21st century in an extraordinary American setting. The Chautauqua Institution is a United States National Historical District, and we are proud to be a part of it.Our guest rooms were decorated by local artists to honor the lives and works of famous authors. Each also offers a select library of their books, and musical selections are available that further convey the tone of their lives and times. Hand-painted murals grace many of our walls, floors and ceilings. Guests will also find faux finishes and yards of English lace in addition to custom-made drapes, dust ruffles and lampshades. The parlor and dining room have Strauss crystal, Oriental carpets and beautiful Victorian antiques. An elevator services all four floors. Four floors of porches grace the front of the hotel, and are appointed with Victorian sofas, chairs and rockers which overlook the famous Amphitheatre.The Spencer offers cozy areas that are perfect for playing a board game, curling up with a good book, or engaging in conversation. During pleasant weather our front porches provide a prime vantage point to take in the essence of Chautauqua. In our Monet Parlor a large television, as well as a movie projector and screen are available for your use.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 2:00pm |
| Check Out: | 12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2010 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 25 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 25 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Suites: | 10 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 600 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 40 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 45.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.5 Mi |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 100% | |
| Nightly Parking: | vary |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 13.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $10.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 13.00% |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 8.00 GST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 8.00% |
| Parking Fee: | 7.00 Per Day (Chautauqua Season only) |
| Cleaning Fee: | 300.00 Per Stay (ONLY IF SMOKING OCCURS) |
| Gym Fee: | 30.00 Per Stay (Wk membership, Chautauqua) |
| Spa Fee: | 85.00 Per Person/Per Hour (Massage) |
| Shipping Handling Fee: | 2.00 Per Item (If items are left in room) |
| Additional Person Fee: | 40.00 Per Person (above occupancy of 2) |
Amenities / Features
- All-inclusive resort
- Charge for early check out
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- DVD Player
- Elevator
- Fax available
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Shower
- Spa
- Television
- Terrace
- TV room
Airport & Shuttle Information
Jamestown Regional Airport, approx. 20 minutes awayErie International Airport, approx. 45-60 minutes awayBuffalo Niagara International Airport, approx. 1 hour 35 mins (80.2 miles)
Local Shuttle Info: yes
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Tally Ho Hotel & Restaurant - Enjoy a classic American breakfast in a cozy setting, just a 5-minute walk from your hotel.
- Lunch: Heirloom Restaurant at Athenaeum Hotel - Savor farm-to-table cuisine with a view of Chautauqua Lake, located within a 10-minute walk from your stay.
- Dinner: Andriaccio's Restaurant - Indulge in Italian-American favorites after a day of exploration, about a 15-minute drive from the Spencer Hotel.
- Activity: Chautauqua Institution - Explore the historic education center and summer resort, offering arts, education, and recreation programs, only a 2-minute walk away.
- Breakfast: Bestor Plaza - Grab a quick and delightful breakfast from one of the local vendors in the heart of Chautauqua Institution, just a 3-minute walk.
- Lunch: The White Carrot - Experience modern American cuisine in a charming setting, about a 25-minute drive from Chautauqua.
- Dinner: La Familia Restaurant - End your day with a gourmet meal focusing on local and seasonal ingredients, located within the Chautauqua Institution, just a 5-minute walk.
- Activity: Chautauqua Lake - Spend the day enjoying water activities or a leisurely walk along the lake, approximately a 20-minute drive from your hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Spencer Hotel & Spa
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Spencer Hotel & Spa.
Feel free to use the The Spencer Hotel & Spa meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chautauqua event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| The Peacock Dining Room | 17 x 21 x 9 | 441 | --/-- | 21 | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 32 | -- |
Close This The Peacock Dining RoomRoom Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 441 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 17 x 21 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 3 Columns: 1 Windows: 6 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about The Spencer Hotel & Spa
What time is check in?
Check in time is 2:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Spencer Hotel & Spa have?
There are 25 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at The Spencer Hotel & Spa?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at The Spencer Hotel & Spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Spencer Hotel & Spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
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