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Reviews of Rosemont Inn Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Rosemont Inn Bed & Breakfast
1423 Genesee Street, Utica, NY

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 160 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Paty, Darien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed and breakfast is located in a beautiful historical building which has seen better days and the neighborhood is really shady.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Oct 8, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with other travelers. We are in the oldest part of the city of Utica, a rust belt city. We do have people in our neighborhood who are poor or displaced and they come from many of the 43 different people groups that have come to call Utica home. Although not perfect, we have done many things to update and improve our 160 year old building. In a few days, the outside of the building will (finally!) be repaired and repainted. Simply finding a painter who is willing to do the job has taken over 3 months time. We appreciate your supporting our small, family-owned business. It is people like you supporting us in what we do here that will make a positive change in the lives of all the people who call Utica, NY home.All the best,Rita and Bob Sleys

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and breakfast were excellent. For areas of improvement, the road sign needs a light to illuminate it at night and the plants around it need to be trimmed to improve visibility. The landscaping on the grounds and on the porch need upkeep and improvement. It would be helpful to add a write up or plaque about the history of the home as you enter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old house that looks totaly restored. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rosemont B&B is just delightful. Rita is warm and welcoming, the room was spacious and beautifully furnished, the bathroom luxurious, and the breakfast delicious. We’ve already booked a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful. Clean. Excellent service. Unbelievable breakfast. It was located near everything. I slept like a baby. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Aug 22, 2023
Thank you, David!We look forward to having you as our guest again in the future.All the best,Rita SleysOwner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time and place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 23, 2023
Thank you so much for supporting our small, family-owned business. We appreciate it deeply.We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future.All the best,Rita Sleysowner innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rita is the perfect host. The Inn is well cared for and the hospitality outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 6, 2023
Thank you, Mike, for your kind words.We appreciate your support of our small family owned business.Happy Travels!Rita SleysOwner Innkeepr

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Jun 29, 2023
Thank you Rebecca!We will look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future.We appreciate your support of our small, family-owned business.All the best,Rita SleysOwner Innkeeper

6/10 Okay

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I liked the 19th century ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Owners very friendly and personable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Loanis

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
They canceled my reservation at the last minute and left us completely on the street. So sad. Check if everything is ok with your reservation before you arrive so you don't have the same experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Innkeepermom on May 24, 2023
We are very sorry for the inconvenience caused to you. We did investigate the issue. Two separate reservations were made on different dates. One was canceled. There was an error in the interface between our system and it seemed like everything was canceled. That's how you lost your reservation. Communication through these 3rd parties is always more complicated than contacting us. Again, we are sorry for the inconvenience this glitch in the system caused you and your family. Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, looked great, love the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from innkeepermom on Mar 30, 2023
Thank you, Adnan, for taking the time to share your experience with other travelers. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again.Best,Rita SleysOwner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is extremely run down on outside, surrounded by unkempt weeds, bare dirt and overgrown plants. It is in a run down area of the city which isn’t conducive for safe nighttime strolling. Inside is better in terms of room decorative furnishings, though still run down-windows frames are cracked and splintered from age, etc. Clearly efforts have been made to update a very run down house into a more upscale b&b, but needs a lot more work in terms of the actual structure and the appearance on outside.The odor from cleaning solution and intense lavender in the room was overpowering and caused a breathing problem for me; i didn’t want to try to sleep under those circumstances, and my husband agreed that we shouldn’t stay. He noticed that the fire alarm system appeared to be inoperable (it’s his area of expertise) and didn’t like that. Also, though it did not say on the Expedia reservation, I was told that because I used them to book, we would have to pay for our breakfast, they don’t include it in the price. Disappointing experience all around and of course non refundable, so an expensive lesson.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from innkeepermom on Aug 19, 2022
Dear Robert,We are located in the oldest part of the city of Utica. It is our desire to contribute to the community in a positive way and guests who choose to stay with us are helping us to do that.We have been making serious efforts since 2019 to update the Inn and make it more appealing to more travelers looking for a unique option in lodging.The odor in the room you were in was caused by heavy cologne from a previous guest. We only use unscented cleaning products.Our fire system was inspected 3 months ago and was working properly at that time.Although it is not our policy to refund last minute cancellations, I made an exception in your case. I sent you a message telling you that after I had looked at the room, I decided to refund you. I will say again, we did not cause the odor in the room and even after a second thorough cleaning which included carpet shampooing, washing curtains and all upholstery, the scent of the cologne still persisted. We had to run our ozone/UV disinfecting lamps for 2 hours to finally clear the scent.We are sorry that you had a negative experience. We try to make it clear in our property description that we are located in an inner-city area with many different types of people living in our historic neighborhood. We certainly are not for everyone and don't try to be. Please check your bank statement and you will see that your room cost was refunded and only the 25 cancellation fee was retained. All the best,Rita SleysOwner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stepping back in time.
Like stepping back in time with modern conveniences this B&B didn’t disappoint. The owners make you fell right at home. From sitting in the parlor surrounded by antiques, rocking on the porch in the cool night air to the delicious to the healthy and generous individually prepared breakfasts and a fantastic selection of teas, they do everything to make you feel like your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Klee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Venus was awesome, as she arranged drivers for us to Cooperstown and Edmeston New York, where Public transportation and/or Uber/Lift drivers were very limited. She was also very helpful with dining options, things to do and the breakfasts were excellent. Housekeeping staff was very friendly and enjoyable to talk with!!! Highly recommended, if we're in the area again, we'll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 23, 2022
Hi Klee, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with other fellow travelers. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Again, thank you for supporting our small, family owned business! We appreciate you more than we can say! All the best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast, fantastic staff. VERY CLEAN. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 2, 2022
Dear James, We thank you so much for your kind words. Your experience reflects the hard work of our dedicated team here at the Rosemont Inn. May we invite you to be *our* guest again at the Rosmont Inn? We would be honored to have the opportunity to serve you once again in the future. All the best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property has lots of charm. Breakfast was delicious. Host was very informative and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from Venus, Assistant Innkeeper on May 2, 2022
Thank you for choosing the Rosemont Inn Bed & Breakfast for your stay and also for sharing you experience and insights with others that they can understand the worthwhile trip to our Bed & Breakfast. We appreciate you and welcome more opportunities to provide you with our hospitality services in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Venus, Assistant Innkeeper on May 2, 2022
Thank you for choosing the Rosemont Inn Bed & Breakfast for your stay and for sharing your valuable experience with others that they can see they value in visiting the Rosemont Inn Bed & Breakfast for their stay as well. We hope that you will visit us again in the near future,

8/10 Good

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice Stay
Classic B&B Mansion managed by Rita, the inn-keeper and her family. The room was clean and compfortable. Old carpeting in hallway but aside from that, the bed was comfortable and bath was newly renovated. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Great Place at a Great Price
One night stay and not planned ahead. This establishment was rated very well and for good reason. The staff goes all out to please their guests. It was nicely furnished and a real treat for someone that is into early American architecture and furniture. That said, the bed and bathroom is modern and very comfortable. The location is close to good dining and other brand hotels. The price was best available for the night we stayed and I was very happy with the accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from Innkeepermom on Nov 9, 2021
Thank you, Ron, for taking the time to share your experience with others. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again soon! All the best, Rita Sleys and team

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely Victorian in the Italianate style. The breakfasts were delicious. The breakfast menu was creative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Oct 27, 2021
Thank you, Cindy, for taking the time to share your experience with others. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you breakfast again in the future! All the best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building was beautiful, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Sep 12, 2021
Thank you, Karen! We enjoyed hosting you and appreciate your kind words. Serving a simple but delicious breakfast is easy with all of the wonderful NY state bounty we enjoy here in Central NY. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. All the best, Rita Sleys owner innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was impressive. However, the things that stood out for my wife and me were the more subtle things. The sheets were incredibly soft. The pillows were so soft; we purchased two. The breakfast, both days, was masterfully prepared. Finally, the hostess was extremely kind, and she gave my wife one of her recipes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Aug 30, 2021
Thank you, Philip, for your kind words and taking the time to share your experience with others. While the Rosemont Inn is certainly not for everyone, others who's tastes are in line with yours will certainly appreciate our efforts. It is easy for us to prepare a delicious breakfast with all of the wonderful farms we have so close by. We can even get whole wheat flour and oats grown right here in NY! We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you both again in the future. Please let us know how your version of Turkey Sausage with house-made Herbs de Provence turns out! All the best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Rosemont. Clean very welcoming wonderful staff. Front porch and rockers were awesome. Breakfast excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Aug 20, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are working hard to provide excellent customer service and grow our business. This year we were able to have our porches completely repainted! You can enjoy the flowers and watch the world go by on that porch. It's easy to serve an amazing breakfast with all the wonderful farmers we have in Oneida County and beyond. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern amenities in grand old home
We loved our quiet room in the historic home. Rita and staff provide modern, updated bathrooms, wi-fi, and snacks and beverages to make you feel at home. Will definitely stay again when in Utica!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 27, 2021
Thank you so much! We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic owner and hostess! We loved our room amd fantastic bath (fabulous rain shower). Breakfast was delicious! Owner recommended lovely spot for dinner (Motus) which was delightful. Overall happy w Stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 27, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others. We have been working hard since early 2019 to give each guest a 5 star experience. We are happy to hear that we served you well. Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rosemont B&B is a hidden gem. I will return and recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Jun 15, 2021
Thank you! We were happy to have the opportunity to serve you and make you feel welcome. Best, Rita Sleys

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in Utica. Great location and the hospitality is top notch. Breakfast is included and was fantastic. Would stay there again without question.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Response from innkeepermom on May 18, 2021
Thank you! We are working hard to provide a high quality experience. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

DIANNA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from innkeepermom on Mar 10, 2021
Thank you, Dianna, for taking the time to share your experience with others. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I adored this place! I stayed here for two nights and felt completely at home. I fell in love with the photos but they don't do this place justice. The room was spacious and comfortable and kept me very warm (as I am not used to the Utica cold!). The staff was wonderful and so welcoming. I loved how conveniently placed this B&B is placed too. Everything I wanted to do was a short drive away which was a big plus. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Innkeepermom on Jan 3, 2021
Wow, thank you so much for your kind words! We truly appreciate your comments and look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Best, Rita Sleys

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely historic renovated BnB
I stayed here the night before picking up my college daughter. The Inn is lovely and the innkeeper was so nice. Check-in was super easy, and I was able to walk to the local pizzeria for a quick bite. They upgraded me to a room that had a fantastic shower with 6 showerheads! Water was warm, which was lovely. The best part was breakfast- homecooked meal with a poached apple with cinnamon, an omelette made to order and fresh squeezed juice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Nov 30, 2020
Thank you so much for your review! We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future when you return to the area on behalf of your daughter. Best, Rita Sleys Owner Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Moody's Stay-Cation
Rita and Faith (her rainbow baby) were a true delight! Even with the pandemic Rita allowed me and my boyfriend space while also being very attentive. Rita was a super host and we look forward to spending time away from the hustle and bustle that we call life. Breakfast was exceptional accompanied with a variety of teas throughout the day! I advise anyone if they are looking for a home away from home oasis go stay at the Rosemont Inn! Thank you Rita for making my weekend serene
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Jul 2, 2020
Thank you for being such a wonderful person! We truly love to provide a space of respite for those who are weary of the world sometimes. We are so glad that you were able to feel that calm and comfort while you were here with us. We are looking forward to serving you and your lovely man again soon! Wishing you only the best, Rita and Faith (and Grace, massage therapist)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful property, cozy housing, great breakfast and overall enjoyable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Jun 26, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others. We are striving to give everyone who stays with us a 5-star experience.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old Charm, Updated Amenities
The stay was amazing! Fantastic set up! They really kept the charm of the old Victorian House with the furniture and decorations while updating it for a more modern use. The place was spotless! Breakfast was delicious! I highly recommend this B & B to anyone traveling through Utica.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Jun 22, 2020
Thank you so much! We are continuing on our updates right now. All the redecorating is done and currently 2 additional rooms are getting total, custom bathroom remodels. The bounty of Central NY makes it easy to serve a great breakfast. We love all of our local farmers. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Happy travels! Rita Sleys Owner and Innkeeper

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely worth it!!
Rita was very welcoming and we enjoyed the Solitude room. Our breakfast was amazing! We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Response from Innkeepermom on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you, Kelly! It was a pleasure to meet you and host you. We look forward to having the opportunity again in the future. Best, Rita

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Old forge ny

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and very quiet! LOVED the breakfast!!!!! Baked apple french toast all homemade and delicious served in a quaint dining room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Feb 26, 2020
Thank you, Donna! We are glad that you enjoyed all the amenities that we offer. It's easy to make a great breakfast using all the wonderful ingredients from nearby farms. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you and your husband again in the future. Best, Rita Sleys

10/10 Excellent

Andy, Chicagoland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet room, comfy bed and linens, and excellent breakfast. The new shower was very nice, once I figured out how to turn it on. Delicious ginger beer in the common area fridge. Walkable to several excellent restaurants. The 1860s building has much more charm than a hotel and has more amenities, for a very competitive price. Will definitely stay here again if I'm back in Utica.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Feb 25, 2020
Thank you, Andy. It was a pleasure to meet and serve you. We are putting together a laminated instruction card for the controls of the new shower system to help future guests figure it out a little faster. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best, Rita Sleys

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from innkeepermom on Feb 25, 2020
Thank you!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Innkeepermom on Feb 16, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to provide to leave a review. We appreciate all feedback.