The Art of the Stay

The Otesaga Resort Hotel’s well-earned reputation for providing guests with exquisite lodging accommodations among one of the most beautiful lakeside settings in the country is reason alone to plan your visit. However, our superior guest services, attention to detail, and a number of amenities keep guests coming back time and time again.

Start a new Thanksgiving tradition this year. Forgo the stress of hosting - and the preparation that comes with it - and celebrate Thanksgiving at The Otesaga.

Earlier this year we introduced you to our new Taste of New York series. This feature is dedicated to highlighting some of the wonderful ingredients we source from local growers and producers from around the region to use in our dishes here at The Otesaga. For this installment, we’ve selected delectable New York State-grown apples, the main ingredient in our Otesaga Apple Cake. While it’s just one of a few apple-inspired dishes created by our chef, we can’t think of a better autumn treat to celebrate apple season.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro at meeting planning or the responsibility to plan an event fell under the “other duties as assigned” caveat in your job description, it pays to have an organized method for planning a meeting. A to-do list is an essential part of the process. To ensure you cross all of your T’s and dot your I’s, we’ve created this meeting planning checklist to help get you on your way.

The endless attractions that can be found in Cooperstown make it the perfect family-friendly destination. Historians, baseball fans, art lovers, outdoor adventure seekers, foodies, and water sports enthusiasts will find that America's Most Perfect Village truly offers something for everyone! The Farmers' Museum in Cooperstown is just one of many outstanding attractions that make the trek to America's Most Perfect Village worth the trip. The museum is one of the oldest rural life museums in the country and offers a unique look at the heritage of the region. Interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and collections allow visitors an experience like no other.

Otsego Lake is known as one of the prettiest lakes in New York State. The eight-mile-long lake provides dozens of activities and recreational opportunities year-round for residents and visitors to The Village of Cooperstown. The locals know lakefront life in Cooperstown cannot be beat and we invite you to experience it for yourself!