Fulton Steamboat Inn - RONKS

A charming step in time with a Victorian style. We enjoyed the quaint sitting areas like the fire pits and gazebos; however, we were expecting the hotel to somehow be on water based on web pictures. Room service staff was so accommodating. The restaurant had big portions and breakfast good. Plan accordingly for your group and making reservations if tour bus groups are there. I would consider paying extra for the walk in shower rooms. They are larger and avoiding the step over tubs in regular rooms is suggested. Enjoyed our stay

For me, first impressions mean alot. When I arrived and saw this beautiful steamboat themed front and a walking plank with a waterway filled with koi fish, I knew I was in for a treat. The first impression of the property was beautiful! Lots of adirondack type chairs in the front. When you enter, the lobby is so beautiful! They have two beverage dispensers set up that is complimentary. One is water with fresh fruit inside and the other was fresh lemonade. They also had a plate of cookies! There was a beautifully decorated room that had a large tv where you can book attractions, restuarants and find activities. in the area. On the wall there were tons of brochures on things to do. They also have a wonderful gift shop! Onto checking in: No matter where you stay the first face you see behind the registration desk represents the property. I have travelled extensively and you get all kinds of front desk staff. You get the ones who have a cold indifference and barely look up when you check in, you get the ones who are all business with no smile and care more about checking you in with efficiency and moving on to the next guest. In this case, I got the nicest, warmest, most personable front desk attendant that I have had in I dont know how long. His name was Josh. When I arrived at the desk, Josh greeted me with a warm smile. He checked me efficiently and explained all the amenties of the property. The room: It was absolutely lovely! It had a gorgeous bed, nice size tv, a good size fridge (not the tiny minis that you usually get), a coffee maker and a microwave. You also have a side table and a wing back type chair. The decor was stunning! The shower was hot and had amazing pressure. The room as well as the entire hotel smelled so nice and was so clean. You also get a decent sized Lancaster guidebook in the room. As you are walking down the hallway folk type music is piped in. The property and amentities: Although the kidney shaped indoor pool was small, it was perfect. I personally do not like giant pools as it means more crowds. This was so, so nice. There were floor to ceiling windows and super comfortable cushioned lounges on the inside as well as surrounding the wraparound deck outside. They had plenty of seating! They had plants all over and it was super clean. The hot tub was hot and very enjoable. They do add alot of chlorine so make sure your little ones bring goggles. What I LOVE most about the pool and hot tub is that they have ADULT ONLY swim from 10pm till 12 am. I just love that!! There were always fresh towels for the taking. They also a nice restaurant and bar. I am sure you can get a cocktail and bring it outside and sit by the pond. The grounds: I thoroughly enjoyed them.There are so many areas to sit and relax. Plus tables. For children (which mine are now adults so it doesnt pertain to me) they have a fantastic playground! They have a large pond with tons of ducks and koi fish. Please do not feed bread to the ducks. Its very bad for their stomachs. There are weeping willows or magnolia trees surrounding the pond with adirondack type chairs all around. Behind that are corn fields and farms that are just so picturesque! They even have two gazebos with wood tables to sit. They also have TWO firepits. Just ask the front desk to bring the wood and light the fire. The maintenance was so, so friendly!! I brought my own marshmallows, wood sticks and graham crackers and made smores!! Checkout was seemless and in the morning the beverage dispensers were replaced by hot coffee dispensers. NOTE: Last February I stayed at the Disney's Port Orleans Resort. It was supposed to mimic New Orleans and the deep South. It was an expensive, horrible stay for me in every aspect, And...it was triple the price than the Fulton Steamboat Inn. Fulton Steamboat far surpasses what Disney tries to do. They should send a rep out here to see what a real New Orleans/Southern type themed property looks like. Fulton Steamboat's attention to detail cant be beat! They can learn alot from them! This was a fantastic stay!

This was the best place I think I have ever stayed. Loved everything about my stay here. I recommend this place! I will be back

Had dinner at Fulton Steamboat Inn. Fabulous meal. Great atmosphere. Good prices. Definitely will be back.

Great hotel, excellent location, kids loved feeding the ducks and fish outside