VERONA, NY – Turning Stone Resort Casino has received four Four-Star Awards from Forbes Travel Guide for 2026. The honors were awarded to The Lodge at Turning Stone, Skʌ:nʌ́: Spa, Wildflowers restaurant, and TS Steakhouse. The property is the only resort in New York to earn four Four-Star distinctions this year.
“Achieving this recognition gets announced on a single day, but it’s earned over the other 364 through the dedication our team shows across every part of the guest experience,” said Ray Halbritter, Oneida Indian Nation Representative and CEO of Turning Stone Enterprises. “The pride our team takes in every guest interaction and every detail of their experience is what continues to set us apart.”
“Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality,” said Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide. “This year’s list reflects the changing landscape of luxury with properties setting the standard for authentic experiences while offering unparalleled amenities, enhanced well-being and delivering unforgettable moments. We are thrilled to recognize their dedication to creating truly world-class travel options for today’s discerning guest.”
The Lodge at Turning Stone, Skʌ:nʌ́: Spa, Wildflowers restaurant and TS Steakhouse welcomed guests from 48 different states and five countries in the last year. With the $370M Turning Stone evolution arriving early this summer, the resort is set to debut three new properties – the Crescent Hotel and new fine dining restaurant Salt Seafood & Raw Bar on June 29, and The Grand Expo, which will transform Turning Stone Resort Casino into New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort on Labor Day.
The Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards are determined through anonymous inspections that evaluate service, facilities, amenities, and overall guest experience against established criteria. A Four-Star rating reflects properties that meet high standards for quality and consistency. The 2026 awards mark the 68th year of the program, which evaluates properties across more than 95 countries.
