A large crowd gathers in front of the Hollywood sign at Griffith Observatory to watch the solar eclipse on Monday, August 21, 2017 in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)
Tourists are traveling to Chautauqua County to watch Monday's solar eclipse, but doing so will come at a cost.
Hotels in some areas have limited availability and prices are soaring during eclipse weekend.
The DoubleTree at 150 W. Fourth St. has rooms available for $233 per night and $733 for three nights on the weekend. Clarion Pointe Jamestown – Falconer, 2800 North Main Street Extension costs $316 per night. Spencer Hotel & Spa Chautauqua, 25 Palestine Avenue, Chautauqua Rates are $372 per night and $1,216 on weekends (3 nights). Note: These nights are refundable and can accommodate 2 adults. Prices may vary depending on the day, according to priceline.com.
“To accommodate the anticipated influx of people into our region, we are working to ensure that normally closed restaurants and stores are closed on a daily basis,” said Daniel Heitzenrater, President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce. We are encouraging them to stay open during the eclipse period.” Commercial,
But when we surveyed food services and restaurants about their plans for the weekend of April 8, the responses were mixed.
Dan Serafin, owner of Serafin's Food Market in Erie, Pennsylvania. Standing on the market on Friday, March 22, 2024. Seraphine is stocking up for the crowds expected to arrive in Erie on April 8 to view the total solar eclipse. . (AP Photo/Jean J. Pasker)
“We plan to remain open during normal business hours,” said Patti Larson, owner and operator of Lisciandro's Restaurant. “There's nothing special here.”
“We're going to add an eclipse glass to everyone who orders a Double Play,” said John Raymond, owner and operator of Honest John's Pizzeria and Restaurant. “Our business hours have been extended as of now.”
“We are open Wednesday through Sunday, so we can cover most of the eclipse weekend, but we will remain closed on those days,” said the owner and operator of Paces Pizza. I want them to have a good time,” he said. Along with his family and friends,” Joe Town said.
Additionally, several local boatyards, marinas, and campgrounds are scheduled to open in time for Monday's solar eclipse.
“All rental vehicles are ready and the restaurant will be open,” said a staff member at Holiday Harbor Marina Celoron. “Due to the solar eclipse, we will open much earlier this year.”
Camping accommodations at Camp Grounds of America (KOA) Chautauqua Lake KOA Holiday Resort are subject to availability. The average nightly stay is $93 per day and requires a Saturday through Monday stay, as some sites are booked or not offered. For more information, please visit koa.com.
Jellystone Park Chautauqua County will also be open on a limited basis. Currently, the low end for a 3 night stay is $99 per night and the high end for a 3 night stay is at or near $138.60 for pull-through, 50 amps. site. Park models and rental cabins are also available for rent at various rates. There are no restrooms in the park and no showers or running water will be provided. This is dry camping only. All his RVs must be self-contained.
For residents of Chautauqua County, officials are asking individuals to ensure that essential items such as food, water, gasoline, and prescription medications are readily available. According to an official press release from the county, emergency response assets will be prepared across the county in advance of Monday, April 8, 2024, to prepare for the increase in tourism.
YMCA Camp Oniyasa will offer a family-style theme camp starting April 6th and ending Tuesday, April 9th. However, several all-inclusive eclipse viewing packages are available that include room and board for viewing on the camp's 150 acres. “Forever Wild” woodlands. Camp Oniyasa is located along the roaming shores of the northern basin of Chautauqua Lake. For more information or to register online, visit www.onyahsa.org or call 716-664-2802 ext. 238.
“We have a variety of packages available, from one night to the entire weekend,” said camp director John O'Brian.
The Boys and Girls Club of Jamestown does not offer special programs but is open due to the public school system closure.
“It allows kids to have access to the facility while they're not in school,” said Jeff Clune, executive director of the Winifred Crawford Divert Boys & Girls Club in Jamestown.
Martz Kohl Observatory is closed to the public. However, members can use the facilities. The observatory will host lectures on April 6 at 1 and 7 p.m. For more information, please email the observatory at martzobservatory@hotmail.com.
“For the last solar eclipse, which occurred in 2017, more than 900 people observed it from the observatory. This put the facility to maximum use,” said NASA Solar Eclipse Ambassador and experienced amateur astronomer. said Tom Traub.
