Coming to Saratoga area this summer, need some advice

[luvalab]

My wife gets a few extra weeks off this summer and we have decided to come to NY. We are looking to rent a place to stay for a week, most likely in the mountains somewhere. What things do I need to know? List best places to stay, eat, visit, etc. Of course I am going to make it to Saratoga for at least one day of racing, so any advice would be appreciated! Thanks!

[Sightseek]

Check out Airbnb for rentals and reserve early!

[Benny]

Saratoga is very expensive during racing season. Lake George to the north is touristy but the area is in the mountains and you can rent a place outside of town in a country like place, much less expensively and drive 30 mins to the track. A racing museum visit is a must. stay away from the Travers week racing too. Very crowded and $$$..

Search the past threads on the subject here and paceadvantage as it is a well worn trail. Good luck and enjoy Saratoga, you WILL be back, nothing like it.

[santana]

One day of racing ? You should go for atleast 3 days, and the Lake George are is a great place to be.

[South Beach Luv]

Originally Posted by Sightseek

Check out Airbnb for rentals and reserve early!

Thanks for posting this, we were staying in Albany because it fit our hotel budget better but now we will be within walking distance of the track. Going Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Travers weekend.

[Sightseek]

Originally Posted by South Beach Luv

Thanks for posting this, we were staying in Albany because it fit our hotel budget better but now we will be within walking distance of the track. Going Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Travers weekend.

Glad it helped!

[Revidere]

Originally Posted by luvalab

My wife gets a few extra weeks off this summer and we have decided to come to NY. We are looking to rent a place to stay for a week, most likely in the mountains somewhere. What things do I need to know? List best places to stay, eat, visit, etc. Of course I am going to make it to Saratoga for at least one day of racing, so any advice would be appreciated! Thanks!

Mohican Springs (engaging enterprises.com) offers rentals on log cabins in Lake George. I highly recommend them. The rate is also real attractive after Travers and around Labor Day. PM me for contact info and I can refer you!