Lobby sitting area

Reviews of Roaring Brook Ranch Resort

3 out of 5
Roaring Brook Ranch Resort
Route 9N South, Lake George, NY

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 941 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 941 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 941 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 941 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 941 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tatum

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
You pay for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and the views were amazing.

4/10 Poor

christina

Disliked: Staff & service
Bloop
Definitely not what we expected. Nothing that was advertised was available, not even the pool. Arrived around 7:30pm on a Friday and the young guy at the desk was getting ready to leave our key in an envelope taped to the door so he could leave, we caught him just in time. Asked about the pool and other accommodations and “he did not know”. Was extremely boring sitting in the room with none of the activities that were advertised available. Didn’t even see a horse :(
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Maria

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms small bad poor lighting needs updating in the 1970’s bathroom We came in no one check us in no Id check Our name on the counter with in a white envelope will not come back here again The place needs many updates
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Location was beautiful, the grounds are amazing. We came off season so restaurant/bar were both closed. Newly renovated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Albert

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There’s a lot to say about this place and my experience but I just want to forget about it and NEVER go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Perfect location: close to the main drag in the village and close to the outlets going the other way. The cleanliness was a little lacking, as there was some hair and toothpaste on the bathroom sink and money left on the nightstand. The property is under new ownership and has great potential. Excited to see the changes that are to come.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

david

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dingy check in desk Moldy smelling room No wifi No phone No clock No coffee maker No microwave Intermittent basic cable - no premium channels Worst by far we ever stayed at Poor management is unavailable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Sep 26, 2023
Dear David:We've reviewed your comments regarding your recent stay, and while we value all guest feedback, we must clarify some points.Firstly, we understand that the Wi-Fi may have been choppy due to the recent storm. Unfortunately, such issues can occur in this region, and we do our best to mitigate them.Regarding your mention of a "dingy" front desk, we take pride in our facility's appearance and cleanliness. We regularly maintain our front desk area, and it's far from "dingy."As for the moldy smell in your room, we take this very seriously. Our rooms are thoroughly cleaned and inspected regularly. If any issue arises, we address it immediately.We do not advertise in-room coffee makers or microwaves, and this information is available on our website. While we appreciate your suggestion for potential future additions, it's important to clarify our current offerings.In terms of amenities like a phone, clock, and coffee maker, these are not part of our room features. We provide detailed information about our room amenities on our website and during the booking process.As for the TV service, we offer basic cable as advertised. Premium channels are not included in our standard package.We take guest feedback seriously, but we also want to ensure that we address any misunderstandings and provide accurate information about our property. We appreciate your comments and hope to provide you with a more satisfactory experience if you choose to stay with us again.Best regards,RBR Team

2/10 Terrible

Tracie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front door sticks, hard to get in and out of building! Linens stained! Wash cloth with brown stain! Not to mention there was a cricket that sown the night in the room! Bathroom floor was dirty! Needless to say we checked out early and was told we would be receiving a refund for one night and have yet to receive it! Expedia was notified and roaring brook ranch was notified! The worst place I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice environment
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The staff was great every one was helpful place lost electricity because of a storm moved us to new rooms had a problem and took care of it most off the place is remodeled rooms were clean this place is quiet will stay there next year tom
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice would come Back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

geovanny

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not what I saw on their website
After all the hype about lake George, we got to our destination, it looked very run down! They told us they had just taken over the business the front desk person was the owner he was very nice! Once we got checked in went to our room and surprise the place looked like they just made the bed! Very dusty humid the ac was loud. The place had a musky smell. We stayed for the night the bed was very itchy we figured by the morning it would get better but no! Got up for breakfast which they told us they had a chef they would cook breakfast that we would have to pay which was cool, went there and the place was empty they had some bagels some fruit coffee the toaster didn’t work 😡. The best and only good part was the horses! The ppl who ram the horses were very nice ppl. Got back to our room after the horseback riding my wife got an allergic reaction to the dust! We decided to pack our stuff and proceeded to check out! We planned to stay two nights we ended up there for just one night. And got charged for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. However, this property was just acquired a few months ago and it is in terrible condition. The room smelled musty, there were screws missing from outlet covers, tiles are coming up in the bathroom. The towels are all random sizes and thickness. When the fan is used in the bathroom, it pulled even more yucky musty air into the whole place. There was no coffee maker and no microwave in the room. But there was a new fridge. The outdoor pool was AMAZING and beautifully warm. However, the indoor pool was not heated and smelled terrible. The property is beautiful but they really need to do more updates in the rooms before renting them. The tennis court needs to be ripped out and redone. There is also no map of the property. There was no coffee available on Saturday morning but there was coffee available on Sunday morning. But no lids fit the coffee cup. They really need to close until they get rooms suitable for guests or they should at least be honest with guests telling them BEFORE they book that the place is under construction and that not all amenities are available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Peoperty needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’ve was here same place last year it’s a good place, however AC is finicky and this go around it didn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is being renovated and is under construction. The photos do not represent what it actually looks like and has at this time. The pools are open and there is a fire pit. HOWEVER, there is NO restaurant or Food, there was NO cleaning service during the stay and we had to get and return our own towel. We also did our own trash and had to ask for the bags. The King suite that we booked and expected was NOT renovated as pictured. We did enjoy the horseback riding and fire pit. Location is also great. Management is very nice and responsive, but we still did not get any of the service that we expected based on the review and price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from RBR Team on Aug 21, 2023
Hi Vanessa,Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We apologize for any inconveniences you experienced during your stay. We'd like to provide some clarity on a few points.Our website clearly states that we are currently undergoing renovations in our bar and restaurant areas. This information is readily available for guests to review before making a reservation. Additionally, we make it a point to inform guests about these renovations upon their arrival to avoid any surprises.Regarding cleaning services, we typically provide turn over services for longer stays. However, if guests require housekeeping during their stay, we are more than happy to accommodate such requests. This information is also outlined on our website to ensure transparency. You however never specified your concerns about this during your stay, and if you did, we would've taken immediate steps to ensure your stay was more comfortable. As for your suite, while we understand that preferences for room aesthetics can vary, it's important to note that we have received positive feedback from other guests staying in the same room type this season. We unfortunately can't control whether you like the room or not as it's a subjective opinion. Additionally, the suite you were in didn't need any renovations because there is nothing wrong with that specific room. Renovations are for the rooms that need more TLC and maintenance work. Your room is one of our premium rooms that didn't require it. We value your feedback and apologize for any miscommunication that may have occurred. Our goal is to provide clear information and a pleasant experience for all our guests.Thanks for the review.

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from RBR Team on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for the kind review!

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, staff was superior, rooms were clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from RBR Team on Aug 21, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Please come back again.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful relaxing time! I cant say enough positive about the owner and his staff. Everyone was so gracious and communication wonderful! The property is beautiful and I look forward to seeing all the changes so many are working so hard for. The horseback riding was amazing!

8/10 Good

Robert

Newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from RBR team on Aug 21, 2023
Thanks for the review!

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from RBR Team on Aug 21, 2023
YAYY!! Cant wait to see you again!!

10/10 Excellent

Dorota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice place, beautiful resort. Our family have a great Time. My daughter enjoyed ponyrides and swimming In the pool .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from RBR team on Aug 21, 2023
Aww! We are so glad to hear this. Come back again! Thanks for the review.

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Quiet and serene. Hardeep is very attentive and responsive. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Eric, Westminster

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flood damage noted that caused some facilities to be unavailable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBR Team on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for addressing your concerns and we apologize for any inconveniences this caused for your stay. Hopefully mother nature doesn't cause a ruckus next time you come back! Hope to see you soon.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and views. Lots to do and explore. Close to restaurants and gas stations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Aug 2, 2023
Dear Stephanie,Thank you for choosing our property for your recent stay, and we sincerely appreciate your feedback. We are thrilled to know that you found our property to be gorgeous, with breathtaking views that made your stay even more special.We take pride in providing a wide range of activities and exploration opportunities to ensure our guests have a memorable experience. Moreover, we are delighted that our location close to restaurants and gas stations added convenience to your trip.It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back in the near future for another wonderful stay.Best regards,Roaring Brook Ranch Resort

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! It is about a mile from the heart of Lake George, so you have peacefulness and quiet. Had chairs right outside of our room, so we could sit outside and relax. All of the guests that we met were wonderful. Yes, they are renovating the resort, but the owner was more than happy to show us around and tell us about what he plans to do with the resort. The owner was wonderful and was more than willing to share his plans/vision for the resort. He's only owned the resort for about 3 months, but he has a great vision for what he wants to do. The resort has two pools (indoor and outdoor), outdoor was the only one open. The pools were in great shape. Yes, we checked out the indoor pool. They do offer horseback riding for a fee. It was worth it. We had a great time! I'd go for a trail ride again. Can't wait to go back in the future to see everything that they have done to the resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Aug 2, 2023
Dear Laurie,Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay at our property and enjoyed the peacefulness and quietness of the surroundings, just a mile away from the heart of Lake George.We are glad that you appreciated the chairs outside your room, providing the perfect spot to relax and take in the serene atmosphere. It warms our hearts to know that you found all the guests to be wonderful, creating a friendly and welcoming environment.We are currently undergoing renovations, and we are delighted that you had the opportunity to meet the owner and hear about his vision for the resort. It's fantastic to see his passion for creating an exceptional experience for our guests. We are confident that his plans will elevate the resort to new heights.We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our outdoor pool and the horseback riding experience. Your kind words are a great motivation for our team.We can't wait to welcome you back in the future to show you all the exciting changes and improvements we've made. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to seeing you again!Best regards,Roaring Brook Ranch Resort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Property - Friendly Staff
Our room looked just as pictured online. The resort is currently undergoing renovations to the property. Food has been made available with on site "food trucks". The site bar and restaurant should be beautiful upon completion. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Guests seemed to be enjoying the swimming pool and special events were planned to enhance your stay. We were only staying one night. Wishing the new owners much success.
Horses adjacent to our building
Our room was in this building
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Aug 2, 2023
Dear Guest:Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that your room lived up to your expectations and looked just as pictured online. We take great care in ensuring our guests have an accurate representation of our accommodations.We appreciate your understanding during our ongoing renovations to improve the property. Our "food truck" was a temporary solution to ensure you have access to delicious meals, and we are excited for the completion of our new on-site bar and restaurant, which we believe will enhance your dining experience.Our friendly and accommodating staff takes pride in providing exceptional service, and it's heartwarming to know that you felt well taken care of during your stay.We're thrilled that our guests enjoyed the swimming pool, and our team plans special events to create memorable experiences for all our guests.Thank you for your well wishes to the new owners. We are confident that their dedication and vision will lead to great success.It was a pleasure to host you, even if it was just for one night. We hope you consider returning for a longer stay in the future, so we can continue to provide you with a wonderful experience.Best regards,Roaring Brook Ranch Resort

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so personable and so easy to work and talk to! Appreciate all they did for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Jul 28, 2023
Dear Noah: Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted that you found our owners personable and easy to work and talk to. It was a pleasure serving you, and we truly appreciate your appreciation. We hope to see you again soon!

8/10 Good

Kristina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful & serene
Beautiful, serene hotel with lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Jul 28, 2023
Dear Kristina: Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you found our hotel beautiful and serene. We take pride in providing a tranquil environment for our guests. We hope you had a great time enjoying the various activities we offer. Should your travels bring you back to the area, we'd be delighted to welcome you again.

8/10 Good

Hailee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A lot of the buildings appeared to be abandoned and the driveway was incomplete and very rough. The property has great potential after renovations. The room was in good shape and the front desk staff was very friendly. No Wi-Fi password was provided at check-in and the phone number for the hotel went to voicemail. You can text the phone number and they will answer the text. The pool had a tiki bar and was very clean. I will stay again in the future after renovations are completed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Jul 28, 2023
Dear Hailee:Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We greatly appreciate your insights as they help us to identify areas where we can continuously improve and enhance our guests' experiences.We're thrilled to inform you that since your stay, we have made significant upgrades to our property management system. One of the most successful features we've implemented allows us to communicate important information, including Wi-Fi passwords, directly with our guests via text messages. We apologize if you missed the texts from us on that front during your previous visit.We're delighted that you enjoyed your room and the friendly service provided by our front desk staff. Your positive remarks about the pool with its tiki bar and its cleanliness are truly heartening.Regarding the appearance of some buildings and the incomplete driveway you mentioned, we want to assure you that we have been actively working on renovations and improvements to elevate the overall guest experience. We're grateful for your understanding and support during this transitional phase.We genuinely value your patronage and your feedback, and we can't wait to welcome you back in the future. You'll be able to experience firsthand the positive changes we've made based on your valuable input.Once again, thank you for being our guest, and we look forward to providing you with an even more enjoyable stay on your next visit.Warmest regards,

10/10 Excellent

Adan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional all my family very happy #15 people have great time every one helps customer all the room very clean I’m recommended to every one
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Aug 2, 2023
Dear Adan:Thank you for choosing our property for your family gathering, and we are thrilled to hear that everyone had a great time! Your kind words about our professionalism and customer service mean a lot to us.It brings us immense joy to know that all 15 members of your family enjoyed their stay and that our team was able to assist and accommodate everyone. Keeping our rooms clean and comfortable is a top priority for us, and we are delighted that you noticed and appreciated it.Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another wonderful stay. If there's anything else we can do to make your next visit even more enjoyable, please let us know.Thank you once again for your feedback, and we look forward to seeing you soon!Best regards,Roaring Brook Ranch Resort

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Sugar Loaf

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and go out of their way to accommodate you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBR team on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for your kind review. We appreciate it and hope to see you soon!

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived on Thursday and were prepared this resort is under construction so knew there was no restaurant available yet and that the place is a work in progress . Room was spacious, clean and ready for us when we arrived at 2:30ish. Hit the pool that day and it certainly was not green. The grounds are amazing & the location is about an 8 minute drive into lake George village and was nice being out of the hubbub of the village but close enough to everything. We went horseback riding the next day and the ranch hands were awesome with my son 12 years old who never rode before. Had a great time and we had three guides with us. Friday many more guests arrived and we had a very nice pool party, DJ, drinks and food truck available to us. The gals working did a fantastic job trying to keep up and we all had a nice evening- kids had a blast as well running around the property, hanging at the fire pit and just making friends. Yes this place needs some tender loving care and it looks like it’s starting and we can’t wait to come back when Reno is finished ! Go with an open mind ! Thank you for a nice time Hardeep & staff. Can’t wait to come back to see the place back in its glory!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from RBRR Team on Jul 28, 2023
Dear Pamela: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your delightful experience with us. We are incredibly grateful for your understanding and positive attitude during our ongoing renovations. Your support means the world to us.We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay in our spacious and clean room, and that the pool was a refreshing and enjoyable spot for you to relax. Our team takes great pride in maintaining the grounds and creating a beautiful atmosphere for all our guests to enjoy.It warms our hearts to know that you had a fantastic time horseback riding, and we're especially glad to hear that our ranch hands were awesome with your 12-year-old son, making his first riding experience a memorable one.We're overjoyed that you had a blast during the pool party with the DJ, drinks, and food truck. Our staff strives to create wonderful moments for all our guests, and it brings us immense joy to know that both you and your kids had a great time making friends and enjoying the various amenities on our property.Your kind words of encouragement truly motivate us to continue our efforts in giving our resort the tender loving care it deserves. We can't wait for you to witness the glorious transformation when our renovations are complete. Your loyalty and enthusiasm are genuinely appreciated.Thank you for choosing us as your getaway destination, and we eagerly await your return to our resort in all its renewed splendor. Until then, we wish you many more unforgettable experiences and adventures.Warmest regards,Simi and Hardeep

10/10 Excellent

RICK, Milford

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This resort was a great find, and I can’t wait to go back already. We rented 6 rooms as a group for a Lacrosse tournament at Lake George. The owners are amazing and accommodating, they made our stay one of the best and most enjoyable that I’ve had in a while. They are new owners after the pandemic shut the resort down and what they have done in a short time is amazing and the plans they have to put new life and ideas into the resort sound terrific. We also went for the horseback ride that they offered there which was great. Looking forward to next summer unless something brings us to Lake George earlier. Highly recommended 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the tranquility and hospitality of the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023