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Reviews of Castle Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Castle Hotel & Spa
400 Benedict Avenue, Tarrytown, NY

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 571 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 571 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Todd R

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was at this property in the late 90's, and it was really wonderful then. Not so wonderful in 2024, unfortunately. It has not been well-maintained. Furniture is scuffed, scratched, stained and old. Bath products were not re-stocked and only two bath towels were included ... and no face cloths. A light bulb was out in the room. The TV was exceptionally small, especially considering the size of the room, and it was impossible to access channels or streaming services - there were three pages of TV instructions, and even after following them, it didn't work! Common areas were not clean (e.g. the round pedestals under the breakfast room tables were filthy). There used to a high-end wonderful restaurant and spa at this property, and neither are available at this time. It really feels like this property is dying a slow death. In the absence of the restaurant (and apparently any culinary staff), they only provide a "light continental breakfast" this time of year: bagels, muffins, fruit and coffee/tea. No protein to be found (they could have at least provided hard boiled eggs and yogurt!). The fitness center is small but functional. It was quite warm in there, and there was no AC. The bathroom off the fitness center had no toilet paper. Some of the above complaints, in isolation, are not that big of a deal, but when taken together, should give you a picture of why this property has declined substantially and why you should look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharlyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique & Beautiful. Conveniently located in proximity to Metro North .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Trisha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 31 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful stay at Castle Hotel and that you would definitely consider returning.Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are delighted to learn that you enjoyed your time with us. It means the world to us to know that our efforts to provide exceptional service are being recognized and valued by our guests.We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even more memorable, please don't hesitate to let us know. We're here to ensure that your future stays with us are just as fantastic as this one.

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort. It's off season so no restaurant or spa which I'm sure are both great. The room was so spacious and beautiful. Cleanliness was decent, the duvet kept slipping out from the cover and had some stains (wine, makeup) and the shower is in need of updates (bad grout and aging from use)and one of the in room coffee mugs was dirty. But it was overall very nice. The staff are so friendly. The light continental breakfast was really good. Pastries, bagels, juice, etc. the view from the dining area is magical, you're atop the hill and can see the Hudson. Felt regal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 19 Mar 2024
Hi Stephanie, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle and feedback is always appreciated . we look forward to you returning to the castle

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 19 Mar 2024
hi Monica, thank you for the review and hope you come back to stay at the Castle.

2/10 Terrible

Annette

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful unkempt old building.The service was terrible. The room lacked tissues, hair conditioning, body lotion or any other notions.Housekeeping was barely existent. Bedding seemed used, dry blood stain on robe, trash behind dresser, filthy carpet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced during your stay. Your comments are of great concern to us, and we are committed to addressing each issue to improve our services.We apologize for falling short of your expectations regarding the room amenities and cleanliness. This is certainly not reflective of the standards we strive to maintain. Rest assured, we are conducting a thorough investigation into the matters you raised, and appropriate measures will be taken to rectify them.Our guests' comfort is our top priority, and we regret any inconvenience you faced. Please be assured that your comments have been shared with our housekeeping team to ensure that such oversights are not repeated in the future.Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience caused, and we hope to have the chance to regain your trust in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 7 Mar 2024
hi Elizabeth, we are happy you enjoyed your stay at the castle. we hope you come back soon.the castle hotel and spa

8/10 Good

Ramiere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and a nice little getaway from the city
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 7 Mar 2024
hi ramiere, we are happy you enjoyed your stay at the castle. we hope you return real soon.castle hotel and spa

2/10 Terrible

Agata

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is picturesque and has a nice climate and view. The staff was not helpful and I was unable to get my receipt for the stay. The breakfast is basic continental breakfast without warm options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your recent stay at our hotel. We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the picturesque surroundings and the pleasant climate with a nice view. However, we are genuinely sorry to learn about the challenges you encountered during your stay.We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with our staff and the difficulty in obtaining your stay receipt. This is certainly not the level of service we aim to provide, and we appreciate your bringing it to our attention. We are actively addressing the issue to ensure a more efficient and helpful process for future guests.Regarding the breakfast options, we understand the importance of a satisfying morning meal, and we appreciate your feedback. While our current offerings may be more on the continental side, we are always looking for ways to enhance our breakfast selections to cater to diverse preferences.We value your input and hope to have the opportunity to improve your perception during a future stay. If there's anything specific you would like to discuss or if there are additional details you can provide, please feel free to reach out to us directly.Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Yang, Mansfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience with family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 28 Feb 2024
hi Yang, we are happy you enjoyed your stay at the castle and hope you come and visit us again. warmest regards the staff at the castle hotel and spa

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic surprise - what a charming and interesting property - a real castle! Service was great. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
HI WILLIAM, Thank you for your great review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle. we hope you come back and stay with us again. The Castle Hotel and staff.

8/10 Good

Tong-Chia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful castle and lovely environment
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Tong-Chia, Thank you for your review we're glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle. we look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Sawako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time staying in the castle!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Sawako, were glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle, we look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property with great history and friendly staff, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Martin, thank you for your kind review. we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle. we look forward to your return.

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were comfortable. Some of the linens and robes had holes in them or were worn. Breakfast was ok. I expected a little more for the cost. Check in and out was easy. Shower curtain was torn. Overall they need to spend more money on renovations since it is advertised as a spa hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Castel Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback following your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate your positive remarks about the comfortable rooms and the ease of check-in and check-out.However, we are genuinely sorry to hear about the issues you encountered with certain linens, robes, and the torn shower curtain. Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. We take your comments seriously and will address these concerns immediately to ensure a higher standard of quality.Regarding your expectations for breakfast and the overall cost, we regret that we fell short of meeting your anticipated level of satisfaction. Your feedback is valuable, and we will use it to evaluate our offerings and pricing structure to better align with guest expectations.We appreciate your suggestion about renovations, especially since we market ourselves as a spa hotel. We are committed to providing a rejuvenating and pleasant experience for our guests, and your input will guide us in making necessary improvements.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and showcase the positive changes we are implementing based on your valuable feedback.

4/10 Poor

Flavia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Two stars because the room was big. Mini fridge didn’t work. TV was tiny for a 4 stars hotel and gave you steps to watch movies and connect your phone to the TV however it didn’t work we call the staff for help and they said that it doesn’t work. Then why you leave instructions and waste people’s time trying to figure out the TV. Also there was garbage from previous guests under the bed. Breakfast was minimal but free and better than nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your positive mention of the spacious room and acknowledge your concerns regarding certain aspects of your stay.We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the non-functional mini fridge and the issues you encountered with the TV instructions. Your frustration is understandable, and we are reviewing our procedures to ensure accurate information is provided to our guests. We regret any wasted time and will work to improve our communication in this regard.The cleanliness concerns you mentioned, especially finding garbage under the bed, are unacceptable, and we sincerely apologize for this oversight. We have shared your comments with our housekeeping team to address and rectify these lapses immediately.Regarding breakfast, while we're pleased to hear it was better than nothing, we understand the importance of a satisfying start to the day. Your feedback will be used to assess and enhance our breakfast offerings.We appreciate your candid comments and hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future to provide a more positive experience.

6/10 Okay

Jinwoo, West New York

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a 4 start facility. The room is outdated, staff that checked us in was not that friendly. Probably would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystallynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
thank you Crystallynn, for the 5 stars. we hope to see you again at the Castle

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the castle atmosphere. Very beautiful. Parking on steep hill is tricky, but Valet parking is offered. Room was oversized and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Diane, we're glad you enjoyed your stay at the castle, come back and stay with us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Julinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beatiful place. Loved the history.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from The Castle Hotel & Spa on 12 Feb 2024
Dear Julinda,we appreciate your nice review, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Warmest regards,

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 31 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your rating of your recent stay at Castle Hotel. Your feedback is valuable to us as we continuously strive to enhance our guests' experiences.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 31 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your rating of your recent stay at Castle Hotel. Your feedback is valuable to us as we continuously strive to enhance our guests' experiences.

10/10 Excellent

Polina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Polina, we hope to see you again at the castle. thanks for your review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Jennifer, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to you staying with us again at the Castle.

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi William, thank you for the review, we look forward to you staying with us again at the castle.

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIEANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from front desk agent on 26 Feb 2024
hi Christieann, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back and stay again with us at the castle

6/10 Okay

Helen, Philadelphia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
beautiful old building and handsome property. very limited service and lack of attention to details in their winter off-season
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem
I lived in Westchester for years and never knew about this amazing gem. The Castle is lovely inside and out, the rooms are beautiful, the beds are comfortable, and everyone on staff is friendly and helpful. The location is really convenient, and once you figure it out, the parking makes sense. We were there in the off-season for the restaurant, pool, and spa, which was actually very nice and quiet. There was an electric kettle in the room, which was really convenient for this tea lover. There was a leak in the room next door and the front desk reached out to make sure their clean up efforts weren't disruptive, which was very thoughtful. We will definitely be back again soon (hopefully). The only thing that wasn't amazing was the continental breakfast, which was lovingly displayed, clean, and in a gorgeous location, but the food itself was kind of uninspired, but for a free breakfast it was fine. (There are really good bagels about 5 minutes away, should you want real NY bagels)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at our Castle. We are thrilled to learn that you discovered us and found your stay to be an amazing gem.It warms our hearts to hear that you enjoyed the lovely ambiance of the Castle, beautiful rooms, and comfortable beds. We take great pride in our friendly and helpful staff, and it's rewarding to know they made a positive impression on your visit.Your understanding of our parking system is appreciated, and we're glad you found the off-season atmosphere to be quiet and pleasant. We're also delighted to hear that the electric kettle in the room added to your convenience, catering to your love for tea.We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the leak in the room next door, but we're pleased that our front desk team's efforts to minimize disruption were thoughtful and considerate.Your feedback about the continental breakfast is valued, and we appreciate your honesty. We will use this information to enhance our offerings and provide a more inspired experience.We look forward to welcoming you back soon and appreciate your recommendation about the bagels. Until then, safe travels!

8/10 Good

geraldine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Have stayed here on a few occasions , it's a beautiful property in a beautiful setting . Very clean , big spacious rooms and helpful staff . A good continental breakfast is available . The only issue this time , refrigerator in room not working and issues with tv , I also felt that because the restaurant , spa, and lounge were not open its not really fair to charge resort fee . I do understand its off season .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for your continued loyalty and for taking the time to share your thoughts following your recent stay at our property. We truly appreciate your kind words regarding the beautiful setting, cleanliness, spacious rooms, and helpful staff.We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the refrigerator and TV during your stay. Your feedback is valuable, and we will address these issues promptly to ensure a more seamless experience for our guests.Regarding the resort fee, we understand your concern, especially given the temporary closure of certain amenities during the off-season. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Please be assured that your comments have been noted, and we will review our policies to ensure fairness and transparency in our fee structure.We value your feedback and your continued patronage. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back during a time when all our amenities are available for you to enjoy fully.Thank you once again for choosing to stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

8/10 Good

Eduardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the castle vibe
Very unique. Loved the castle vibe. Room was very large
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Castle Hotel and Spa on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the unique castle vibe and found the room very large. Creating a memorable and special atmosphere is what we aim for, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark during your stay.We appreciate your positive feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another unique and enjoyable experience.

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nailah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Setting unmatched - 1905 Castle recreation. Breakfast uninspiring. Packaged oatmeal, bagel and yoghurt. Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time and plan to return again one day
We stayed here ten years ago In the summer and got to enjoy the grounds and pool and hesitated to stay this time, but I'm glad we did. It is a first class resort hotel and we felt pampered and we didn't even get the highest level room. The front staff was very kind and let us have a later checkout because our flight was in the evening....it was nice not to rush out. Breakfast is cold continental but appreciated. Coffee, tea and juice too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The castle is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Zeynep

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is gorgeous and it was clean however we were so disappointed at the breakfast. It was only two kinds of bagels and pineapple. We were not expecting a full service but at least a good continental one since it was included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Jazmin

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