The Union Hotel is one of Corfu's most historic locations. It was built in the 1830's and was the talk of the town. This place saw many visitors come through the door as it was the main stomping ground from Batavia to Buffalo. The Hotel had of course a bar, restaurant, sixteen nicely furnished rooms, and a room to entertain in. The third floor was made in to a large ballroom that had one of the countries only "floating dance floors." The Hotel would hold be a gathering place for locals as well as a place to hang your hat for travelers passing through. The Union Hotel was a main stagecoach stop between Batavia and Buffalo.
Like all old wooden structures back in the day, the Union Hotel burned down in 1886 but was soon rebuilt to what stands there today. Along with the fire that destroyed the building, the Union Hotel comes with a historic past. You can be sure to note that this place saw it's moments of happier times with the dances in the ballroom, to also more seedy times with intoxication, prostitution and deaths. The Union Hotel's storied history is sure to tell a great story! What story can it tell us and can we find out on March 12th when we stop in for a cold one...I mean cold spot!
Beyond Ghosts is making there 4th visit to the Union Hotel on March 12th and we want you to come along to see why we keep going back. It still has that look and feel of an old 19th century hotel as you get a sense you stepped in to a time machine. As you enter the third floor ballroom, you get a feeling that the band is going to start playing on the stage. The 2nd and 3rd floor are mostly untouched and give you a sense of what the building was like way back when.
Along with the historic nature of the building, we have yet to be disappointed in the paranormal activity we have experienced at this hotel. We captured a shadow person darting across the hall in the second floor, as well as witnessing a dark figure up in the third floor dance hall. EVP's we have captured have ranged from direct responses, to laughing, and even recordings of objects being thrown across a room!
I know what everyone is thinking. Yeah, sounds great, but this is in another rowdy bar where all the noise is heard throughout the building. Well, that is not true at all. To the contrary the bar is separate from the "main" building that we will be investigating. It is closed off by a LARGE wooden sliding door that would make the medieval castles in Europe jealous! The background noise is not a factor at this location.
On top of the historic nature and paranormal activity of the Union Hotel, this place has got GREAT food. Shane puts out a spread that will make sure you are fat and happy before the investigation. Make sure to where your elastic pants! The "all you can eat" buffet ranges from 3 different meats like beef, chicken, and pork. And it seems like 10 different side dishes that range from salads, to pasta, and more! There is enough food to go back for 3rd's, 4th's and even 5th's. The food alone is worth a visit to this place that is only 5 minutes away from Darien Lake Amusement Park.
Not convinced yet? Well, of course we will be there, lol! The merry crew of Beyond Ghosts will be there to show you the in's and out's of the Union Hotel. Not to mention, we have a lot of new and experimental equipment that we will bring, and of course allow everyone to use. Just come with a flashlight and recorder, and we will provide the rest!
So take the short drive down Broadway towards Darien Lake, or the i90 Pembroke exit that leads you straight in to Corfu and the Union Hotel. This little hidden gem sure will not disappoint. Come see what guests have yet to check out of the Union Hotel, or better yet, why don't you check in for a long stay!
Go to the Beyond Ghosts EVENTS page for more info!
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