Happy February, motel lovers!
Hope you are beginning to notice the ever-so-sliiiiightly-longer daylight hours.

You may be reading this from a warm spot by the fire like our mascots in the photo, or maybe you are on break from work…Whatever you’re doing, we hope you’ll take a moment to contemplate what our ’22 – 2023 winter season has to offer you…

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Are you an educator or school staff member? Have you participated in the annual county-wide Ithaca Loves Teachers event?

Curated by the always-wonderful Visit Ithaca, this year’s event runs from
February 16 – 28th. Grayhaven is participating in the offerings.
“Ithaca Loves Teachers is open to all public school teachers, school district employees/staff, teachers union retirees, homeschool teachers and childcare workers with discounted lodging, dining and activities. You may also share your pass with one member of your household.
Registration is free. To redeem deals and upon checking-in to accommodations, please be prepared to show your school ID badge or equivalent, or proof of employment in education/teachers union retiree status.”

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SWEETHEART RETREAT:
Looking for a getaway for two with minimal planning? Let Grayhaven support you in your romantic (or BFF!) adventure! Check in early and settle into a glass of bubbly and a fun array of local snacks. Head down the road to Rasa Spa and enjoy one of their many relaxing treatments or maybe a massage using the gift card we’ve purchased for you. Mosey on over to dinner at one of our many fantastic local restaurants. Included in this stay with us, you’ll receive many lovely benefits…Simply visit our Packages webpage for details + to book.

MIDWEEK TRAVELER? LUCKY YOU!:
When you stay at least three midweek (Sun-Thurs), non-holiday, non-event weeknights with us you can get one of your midweek (Sun-Thurs) nights for free. Really! This offer is available year-round, just select this package at booking.

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Keep your eye on our Instagram account; there are always fun motel happenings that we love to share!

Last but not least, here’s the list of local February events happening here and near Grayhaven.
Hope you’re able to join us for one or all.

Upcoming Events at + Near the Grayhaven Motel Friday, February 3rd: Join us in our lounge from 4-7pm for First Friday Gallery Night. This month features Blake Fall-Conroy‘s recent neon, new light + sculpture.  Tuesday, February 14th: Enjoy South Hill Cider’s famous Raclette Nights on Valentine’s Day! Level up with our Sweetheart Retreat package to make it a getaway to remember. Monday, Feb 20th – Friday, Feb 24th: Bring your winter break teens to your work-away-from-home week so they can experience The Metalsmithery’s Knife Camp for Teens! Now in its 4th year, this annual event is extremely popular + fills up quickly. Reserve your spot (or one on the waiting list) soon. Tuesday, February 28th: Take advantage of our MidWeek Traveler special and see Elvis Costello + the Impersonators live at the State Theater!Visit www.grayhavenmotel.com for more information on booking and events!

If you’re looking for a fun weekend away, any weekend is a good one to visit the Finger Lakes. Here are our February suggestions...

Recommended itinerary for February 3rd – 5th:

• FRIDAY: Join us in our lounge from 4-7pm for First Friday Gallery Night. This month features Blake Fall-Conroy‘s recent neon, new light + sculpture. Follow this up with art of a different kind at the fantastic Silver Moon Cabaret at CSMA downtown!
• SATURDAY: Start the day at the Ithaca Farmer’s Market taking place in an indoor atrium all winter. Want to visit our regional vineyards? Winter doesn’t stop our growers! Read more HERE.
• SUNDAY: Drink coffee and read the Sunday NYTimes in the lounge by our wood stove. Check out at 11am then head out to any variety of gorgeous local / regional trails for a snowshoeing experience! Let this article be your guide. Happy trails! 

Recommended itinerary for February 24th – 26th:

• FRIDAY: Attend this nightlight-making workshop at Gourdlandia @2pm before checking in at Grayhaven. Once here, plug in your light and revel in its ambiance before your fantastic dinner at one of the many restaurants on the Ithaca Commons. 
• SATURDAY: After lunch + excellent hot beverages at Hound + Mare, check out The Alchemy of Art exhibit on its last day at State of the Art Gallery (located within walking distance of your lunch, just past the other end of The Commons). 
• SUNDAY: Enjoy hot coffee and a light breakfast in our Guest Gallery Lounge before checking out at 11. Get out to our local parks and hang until late afternoon so as not to miss Cayuga Chamber Orchestra’s 3pm rendition of Beethoven + Brahms  performed at the First Unitarian Church in downtown Ithaca.

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Winter rates and multi night discounts are active on the website. 
See you soon!