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The Deer's Head Inn

The Deer's Head Inn, located in the heart of Elizabethtown, NY, is widely regarded as the oldest tavern in the Adirondacks. Built in the final year of Thomas Jefferson’s presidency, the Inn has served travelers, locals, and public figures for more than two centuries, and later hosted two sitting U.S. presidents.
Reopened in 2016, the Inn operates today as a tavern, restaurant, with boutique lodging, rooted in the long tradition of hospitality, food, and gathering that has defined the building for generations. In recent years, the Deer's Head Inn has received national attention, including a feature in Travel + Leisure, which described it as “a place where history, hospitality, and genuine warmth converge.” Vogue has also signaled the Inn as one of the best places to stay in the Adirondacks.

Tavern & Dining

The Deer's Head Inn offers relaxed, thoughtfully prepared tavern dining built around seasonality, regional sourcing, and approachability. The menu changes regularly and balances creative dishes with familiar comfort-food staples, all served with a distinct lack of pretense. The Inn embraces a “high–low” philosophy: a place where a simple can of beer can sit comfortably alongside a carefully chosen cocktail or a well-prepared entrée; where dietary preferences and substitutions are welcomed; and where conversation, a game of pool, and good food coexist easily. The emphasis is on hospitality, flexibility, and making everyone feel at home. The tavern also hosts occasional live music and community gatherings, features
seasonal outdoor deck seating, and offers a private dining room for small events and special occasions.

Restaurant Hours

Wednesday through Saturday
5:00 – 9:00 PM

Rooms at the Inn

Upstairs, the Deer's Head Inn offers six beautifully renovated guest rooms, each with a private bathroom. The rooms are intentionally simple, quiet, and comfortable—designed for rest, conversation, and reflection.
In keeping with the Inn’s character, guest rooms do not include televisions. Instead, each room features a turntable and a small collection of LPs, inviting guests to slow down and enjoy analog music the way it was meant to be heard.

Property Amenities

Contactless check-in / check-out
Restaurant and bar on site
Room-specific air conditioning and heat
Internet access
Non-smoking rooms
Extensive book collection
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Check-In & Check-Out
• Check-in: 3:00 PM
• Check-out: 10:00 AM
• Late check-out: 11:00 AM (when available, $20 fee)

Policies & Additional Information

Parking is available adjacent to the building and on the street (winter guests should
avoid parking beneath roof eaves).
Payment is required at check-in; credit cards may be charged prior to arrival.
Children are welcome—please call ahead if you need additional space or
accommodations.
Guest rooms are located on the second floor and are accessible by stairs only.
Early check-in or late check-out requests should be arranged in advance.
A valid mobile phone number is required to receive day-of-arrival check-in information.
Cancellations made within three days of arrival are subject to a full-stay charge.