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About

Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center is a hotel venue in the Albany, New York area for couples looking for a country wedding. This rustic ranch sits about 30 minutes from the Albany International Airport, just north of Saratoga Lake. With the Adirondack Mountains in view, this cozy hotel and restaurant will host your wedding big or small.

Facilities and Capacity
The Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center began as the renovation of two 1915 dairy barns before becoming the pastoral venue it is today. With a handful of event spaces to choose from, including outdoor and indoor possibilities, and a guest maximum of 200, the historical venue suits couples’ needs. The indoor spaces are decorated with deep wood accents and mock storefronts. The well-manicured lawn outside encompasses the quaint green and white building exterior.

Services Offered
The hotel and event facility provides the following services to help everything go smoothly on couples’ wedding day, including:

  • Complimentary accommodations for the bride and groom
  • Accommodations for your guests
  • Bridal Suite
  • Event planning
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Wireless Internet


Cuisine
The restaurant caters to the couples’ weddings with American cuisine. They offer a wide variety of reception services to suit your every need. They also allow couples to bring in outside cake.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch
Hotel
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Planner
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center

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Carly Sent on 11/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

We loved having our reception here...it brings the outdoors inside!

Amazing food, service, decorations etc. Our guests raved about the food and the whole wedding. I originally wanted an outdoor wedding but that was overwhelming. Long Fellows has a tree inside, the walls look like outside siding with windows, and they have a pond with a bridge over it! We loved everything about it and Kelly was great to work with! Our centerpieces looked exactly how I wanted them and they made everything look beautiful!
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Shelly Sent on 09/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect in Every Way

I rarely describe anything as being perfect, but our wedding at Longfellows was just downright magical. Every single detail was attended to and went according to plan, thanks in great part to our wedding coordinator, Gerri. She anticipated every single thing and kept the entire evening running like a well-oiled machine. All of the food was amazing, the servers were on top of everything, and the bartender knew everyone's drinks after meeting them once! We got married inside by the tree and it was beautiful -- like I said, magical. Our guests who had never been to Longfellows before could not believe what a gorgeous place it is -- even more so when it's dressed up for a wedding. Our friends and family are still texting us to rave about the entire event, from the ceremony to cocktails to dinner to the party. I can not recommend Longfellows enough. The entire night was above and beyond our expectations!
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Amanda Sent on 05/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have asked for a better fall venue. It was perfect, everything went so smoothly and everyone had a wonderful time, especially us :)

Loved this venue! Perfect night! Dance floor off to the side is the way to go. Food was great. Drinks were great...the two bars (one full bar and the other wine and beer) worked our really nicely. Our night was really better then imagined.
Bridget
Bridget Sent on 02/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Flexible and amazing vendor during Covid-19

I had my wedding here in August 2020, originally planned for June. The owners and wedding planner Lauren were so wonderful throughout the entire planning process, especially since their was so much uncertainty surrounding Covid and wedding receptions. I’ve heard of nightmare stories from 2020 brides not getting back deposits, forcing to cancel, etc. but Longfellows allowed me and my husband to make decisions not based on fear of losing money, but based on what was best for us. Their flexibility, assistance and attention to safety was simply INVALUABLE and I would recommend this venue 1,000 times over for anyone who is looking for a beautiful wedding, dinner party or any event during COVID-19 and beyond.
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 08/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal service and care

Where do I begin....The appetizers were the talk of the party! Everything was set up and organized perfectly for cocktail hour. The class and elegance of the servers helping our bridal party to apps and drinks during photos was so helpful! All very thoughtful and considerate employees, that make you feel extra special on your big day. Outdoor weddings/catered events have a bad rep on plated meals....not with Longfellows---everything was delicious with a great presentation. Overall, it was top notch service with quality people. LONGFELLOWS is led by an amazing family who knows how to make you feel comfortable and happy with your decisions after each meeting, phone call or email correspondence. Will be using them in the future for events, and will be back for anniversaries at their restaurant!

Special shout out to Karen Harvey, our caterer manager. Who was the highlight of wedding planning without a wedding planner. She helped organize the entire wedding process by creating a step by step checklist that would align her team along with my other vendors. She really doesn't miss a beat! If I had a question, there Karen was immediately with the answer. I can't thank you enough.
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Brittany Sent on 11/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

I love this place!

I'm so glad that we picked Longfellows for our venue! The venue itself is stunning. There's a waterfall, a pond with live fish, and a gorgeous bridge where you can walk over the pond...all inside the venue. There's even a giant decorated tree in the middle of the dance floor! The staff was absolutely incredible, and did everything possible to make our day exactly as we wanted. The food was unbelievable. I'm still dreaming of the grilled cheese and tomato soup shooters. I can't say enough about how amazing this venue is!
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Aileen Sent on 07/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful venue, food was delicious, better than eating at the restaurant, staff who worked our event was lovely. The only thing is an event was just prior to ours so it was last minute putting the chairs together and our music couldn’t start when they liked. Would definitely recommend. Very happy!!
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Marissa Sent on 06/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
People literally came up to me during my wedding and said “if I could redo my wedding, I’d get married here.” That’s how amazing our special night was. Longfellows was amazing during the entire process. From visiting the venue after our engagement, the food tasting, the final meeting and all my questions in between, Brenda always got back to me very quickly and made my husband and I feel so at ease that our day was going to be perfect... and it was. The food was absolutely delicious, the staff was so nice and accommodating, and the banquet hall was decorated so beautifully with the tree and candles wrapped around the pond. I would recommend Longfellows and Director Brenda M. to anyone!
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Danielle Sent on 05/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Longfellows was the absolute BEST!!! Lauren is an absolute sweetheart as well as a highly-skilled professional who made all of our wedding dreams come true. Patricia was also a wonderful member of the waitstaff who was so thoughtful on the day of our wedding and really showcased the A+++ service of this venue. The food, atmosphere, and service was beyond all of my expectations, and everything was also so reasonably priced. I received so many compliments on our wedding, and would recommend them to any future bride or event in general!
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Crystal Sent on 04/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We used Longfellows for both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception. We could not be more pleased. What a beautiful venue. The food and service were exceptional both nights. We stayed the night of the rehearsal and the wedding night the rooms are beautiful. A special thank you to Brenda for all her quick responses to our emails and all of your work. We highly recommend Longfellows.
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Awards

130
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

16 Endorsements
Out of the Ordinary Photography Out of the Ordinary Photography Wedding Photographers

Longfellows and their team do a great job. I've done so many weddings at Longfellows in the past 15+ years I've lost count. If you want a Saratoga Springs venue location with an intimate feel, check them out! Their famous inside tree, their inside pond with beautiful fish and a stunning bridge, yummy food, all makes for a beautiful setting and event. OOTOphoto looks forward to working with you again!

Douglas Koch Designs Douglas Koch Designs Wedding Florists

Love working at Long fellows and their staff! I have been designing parties there for several years the venue is so very unique, lovely and intimate. It's a must see when considering Saratoga as your wedding venue location. They have it all; a hotel so your guests do not have to travel. Their staff is courteous, helpful, knowledgeable, and very professional, and their food is outstanding! I find myself going to eat there every time I visit Saratoga. Enjoy

Conway Entertainment Conway Entertainment Wedding DJs

The folks at Longfellow's really know how to take care of you. Geri & Brenda are always awesome to work with. The food is amazing and the rest of the staff always so helpful & friendly. Their cool indoor waterfall and unique Coy Pond with bridge is a great touch. Check Longfellow's out when its time to book your next event!

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Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center frequently asked questions

Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The space offered by Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Planner
  • Wifi
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant and Conference Center is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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