Directions
Centrally located in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes, the Inns of Aurora is one of the few luxury resorts near Cornell University, Wells College, Ithaca, Rochester and Syracuse. Surrounded by many of New York’s best wineries, a visit to Aurora is an easy getaway from New York City and other cities in the Northeast.
All overnight guests of Inns of Aurora are invited to check-in at Guest Arrivals, located at 378 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026.
From the South
Take I-81 North to Exit 12 (Homer). Go straight to the first stoplight. Turn right and go to next stoplight. Turn left onto State Route 90. Continue along State Route 90 for about 45 minutes until you reach the village of Aurora.
From the West
Take the New York State Thruway (I-90) East to Exit 41. Turn right onto Route 414 and then left onto Route 318. At the end of Route 318, turn left onto Routes 5 and 20. After 2 miles, turn right onto State Route 90. Stay on Route 90 for about 15 miles until you enter the village of Aurora.
From the East
Take NYS Thruway (I-90) West to Exit 40 (Weedsport). Follow Route 34 South for about 14 miles. You’ll travel through and past Auburn. Just after the small village of Fleming, turn right onto Route 34B, which you will take for another 8 miles. When you come to Sherwood Road, turn right. Follow Sherwood Road approximately 5.5 miles to State Route 90/Main Street and turn left.
From the North
Take I-81 South to Syracuse to the New York State Thruway (1-90) West. Take Exit 40 (Weedsport). Follow Route 34 South for 14 miles. You’ll travel through and past Auburn. Just after the small village of Fleming, turn right onto Route 34B, which you will take for another 8 miles. When you come to Sherwood Road, turn right. Follow Sherwood Road approximately 5.5 miles to State Route 90/Main Street and turn left.
1833 Kitchen & Bar
Inside the Aurora Inn, 1833 Kitchen & Bar offers creative, locally-sourced breakfasts, lunches, and dinners in its cozy dining room and on its expansive lakeside veranda.
Learn MoreArchery
Join our experienced guides and learn the basics of archery using a traditional recurve bow.
Learn MoreAurora Cooks!
From tasting experiences and show-stopping dinners, each session at Aurora Cooks! will inspire your creativity, expand your culinary knowledge, and create memories with your loved ones.
Learn MoreAurora Inn
Positioned in the heart of the village on the shores of Cayuga Lake, the Aurora Inn and its ten guest rooms are the flagship centerpiece of the Inns of Aurora.
Bicycles
Whether you’re taking a casual ride down Main Street or cycling through the scenic country roads that surround Aurora, our fleet of bicycles is sure to help you get out and explore!
Learn MoreE.B. Morgan House
This dramatic yet intimate lakefront mansion combines cheerful décor with historic grandeur in its seven guest rooms.
Learn MoreFargo Bar & Grill
Creative pub fare and local brews are the calling card of the Fargo Bar & Grill. Enjoy a flight of local craft beer, relax on the shady patio, or stop by for a round of pool or darts.
Learn MoreGuest Arrivals
All Inns of Aurora guests are welcomed to check in at our centralized welcome cottage, Guest Arrivals.
Learn MoreLakeside Tent
Our Lakeside Tent is a dynamic space for gatherings of up to 200 guests in the warmer months of the year. Enjoy lake views and a relaxed yet refined Finger Lakes atmosphere.
Learn MoreNature Trail
Our 3.5-mile nature trail provides a compelling way to experience the landscape surrounding Aurora, whether you journey out on your own or sign up for a guided hike with our outdoorsmen.
Trail MapOrchard Cottage
Tucked along Aurora’s quiet back lane, Orchard Cottage retains the charm of its 1850s character while thoroughly modernized as a restorative, private retreat.
Learn MoreRowland House
Spacious lakefront lawns meet refined worldly style in the expansive, relaxed Rowland House and its ten chic guest rooms.
Learn MoreRowland House Boardroom
With a private residence rental of Rowland House, enjoy the use of the home’s executive boardroom for strategy sessions for up to 15 guests.
Learn MoreThe Spa Café
The café is open exclusively to Spa guests and is the ideal spot to nourish your body throughout your visit. Our complimentary grazing table provides salads, soup, and light fare.
Learn MoreTaylor House
Situated in the heart of Aurora,Taylor House was built in 1838 as a grand lakeside estate. Today, it has been meticulously restored and reimagined as sophisticated event and meeting center.
Learn MoreThe Loft
With historic hand-hewn beams, exposed brick walls, and natural light from windows on three walls, the Loft is an inspired destination for gatherings of up to 50 guests.
Learn MoreThe Schoolhouse
The hub of activities in Aurora, the Schoolhouse is the home to the Fitness Center, the Loft, and Basecamp Adventure Center.
Activities OverviewThe Spa
Situated on the crest of the hill above Aurora with stunning views of Cayuga Lake, our farm-inspired Finger Lakes spa campus promotes healing and harmony in your body and mind.
Learn MoreVillage Market
In the heart of Aurora, the Village Market offers a selection of gifts, freshly brewed coffee, pastries and desserts, and craft beer. This quaint market also features take-home meals and snacks.
Learn MoreWallcourt Hall
This boutique hotel offers bold design and vibrant art throughout its 17 comfortable guest rooms.
Learn MoreWaterfront
Behind the Aurora Inn, you’ll find our guests-only waterfront access. Launch a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard, walk into Cayuga Lake from our sandy shore, or simply relax and enjoy the view.
Learn MoreZabriskie House
Serene hues and contemporary details transform this stately home and its ten guest rooms into a refreshing retreat.
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