The Jamestown center point is approximately the area of Reg Lenna Center for the Arts and the area of National Comedy Center.
Since many of Jamestown's attractions are shops and museums, you'll find plenty to do no matter what time of the year you visit. Every season offers a distinct experience, however, so you need to know the differences if you want to plan the best trip. The winter months are especially harsh here given that it's a northern state, and freezing temperatures are fairly common from December through February. If you don't care to travel in rain and snow, however, the winter is actually the driest season here.
The fall months also tend to be fairly slow with travelers. While they're certainly warmer than their winter counterparts, the temperature won't get much higher than 70 degrees Fahrenheit with lows below 40 degrees. Fall weather usually offers five to seven rainy days a month. If you don't mind temperatures being a little chillier, spring may be the better choice if you want to avoid the rain. Freezing temperatures may happen sparingly throughout March, and most of the spring is relatively cool with highs reaching 72 degrees.
While spring is an appealing season, it's the second busiest travel season for the city, which means you'll likely see higher costs for lodging. The largest bump in accommodation prices happens in the summer, however, when Jamestown experiences its largest influx of travelers. The weather is warm from June through August, but precipitation comes with six to eight days of rain per month. However, summer is a great time to visit, but make sure to pack your umbrella.
Jamestown offers plenty of opportunities to save money with many local hotels offering significant discounts. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jamestown should be high on your list if you work for the military or the government. Here, you can enjoy a discount rate on rooms. You can easily pamper yourself here with these amenities, in addition to the complimentary continental breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center. Your room will include satellite television and free internet access. You can also enjoy an indoor pool and the convenience of a 24-hour front desk.
Additional military discounts can be found at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Findley Lake (I-86 Exit 4). Located conveniently by the interstate, you can get anywhere in the Jamestown area you need to go by taking only a short drive. Every room in this hotel offers a flat-screen TV complete with cable programming. Wireless internet access is also complimentary along with a breakfast buffet. Extra amenities include dry cleaning and laundry services and an indoor pool. If you're interested in hosting a business meeting in Jamestown, you'll find 325 square feet of conference room space awaiting you at this hotel.
Juggling luxury and affordability is easy when you opt for one of the city's value hotels. With them, you'll find the best of both worlds, especially when you opt for a room at the Comfort Inn Jamestown - Falconer. When you stay here, you'll have access to a 24-hour fitness center and a complimentary hot and cold breakfast buffet every morning. Plus, you can enjoy the bar and lounge area where you can grab a drink in the evening. Inside your room, you'll find complimentary wireless internet access along with cable programming for your flat-screen television.
Another great option is the Hampton Inn & Suites Jamestown on West Oak Hill Road. Your comfortable guest room will offer free Wi-Fi, a 37-inch flat-screen HDTV with on-demand movies and video games, and in-room coffee maker. Give yourself some extra space by upgrading to a studio suite featuring a sofa bed, microwave, and a mini-refrigerator. Pick up an On the Run Breakfast Bag to go each weekday.
Jamestown is the home of Lucille Ball, and one of the top attractions is, naturally, the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum. Here, you can learn all about the first couple of comedy through many replica sets along with actual costumes, rare memorabilia, and more. It's open seven days a week and is easy to fit into your vacation itinerary. For a much broader museum about comedy, however, the National Comedy Center is your best bet. From Charlie Chaplin to Dave Chappelle, you'll find exhibitions for the greats here celebrating all the laughs they've given us throughout the years.
Since Jamestown is sitting comfortably on Chautauqua Lake, you'll find plenty of opportunities to go boating here. Whether you're interested in fishing, canoeing, or relaxing out on the water, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more relaxing atmosphere. If you want to get more in touch with nature, stop by the Audubon Community Nature Center. Its mission is to provide positive outdoor experiences and opportunities to learn more about the world and the creatures that inhabit it.
The fun doesn't stop in Jamestown with its attractions and festivals to enjoy all year long. If you're ready to embark on this adventure yourself, you'll need to book a hotel that can provide the best experience. Whether you're looking for affordability or luxury, Jamestown has plenty of options available. Start your journey today, and create memories of Jamestown that you will cherish forever.
Below are reviews of the city of Jamestown, NY from an actual visitor's perspective.
We liked the museum, Lucy's childhood home, the restaurants nearby.
Home of Lucille Ball! Quaint little town!
The staff was extremely helpful and kind!
Visited the Lucy/Desi Museum, Comedy Museum, Tim Hortons and Lucille Ball's gravesite. "Sauce" restaurant also a winner!
Very friendly staff.
The National Comedy Center was great, loved the Lucy Museum and very cute/good restaurants within walking distance.
Beautiful hotel! Very quaint and has kept the aura it has represented for years.
It was OK! A lot of food options!
The Comedy Center and the lake.
Didn't see much while there. Liked the cleanliness. Would have loved to walk down the street and visit some businesses.
Farmer ?? market down town and ice rink and family and friends great place to stay.