news releases --------------- [news](https://www.turningstone.com/press/news) / [resort](#) / [The Crescent, The Lodge and The Tower Earn Prestigious AAA Four Diamond Designations Affirming Resort-Wide Standard of Excellence](#) ![](https://www.turningstone.com/uploads/press/1786975772TurningStoneResortCasinoLogoforTSRCNews.webp) ### The Crescent, The Lodge and The Tower Earn Prestigious AAA Four Diamond Designations Affirming Resort-Wide Standard of Excellence ***The Crescent, Turning Stone’s newest hotel, earns one of the hospitality industry’s most respected recognitions just weeks after grand opening.*** **Oneida Indian Nation Homelands (August 17, 2026)** – Turning Stone Resort Casino’s The Crescent, The Lodge and The Tower hotels have earned highly-respected AAA Four Diamond Awards reinforcing a resort-wide standard of excellence and world-class accommodations expanded through the historic $400 million Turning Stone Evolution. For The Crescent to achieve this distinction just weeks after opening is an especially impressive accomplishment and early validation of its exceptional guest experience. To earn a Four Diamond designation, hotels must pass a rigorous evaluation that includes unscheduled visits from AAA expert inspectors. AAA Four Diamond hotels are noted for upscale style and amenities enhanced with the right touch of service. The Crescent delivers a new state of luxury in Upstate New York with 258 modern guest rooms, sweeping views and effortless access to the resort’s award-winning dining, spa, golf, gaming and nightlife. The Crescent is home to Salt, a modern fine-dining restaurant that spans the entire seventh floor, The Pantry, a new grab-and-go cafe, Rome Health Convenient Care at Turning Stone offering a variety of high-quality care services for team members, their families and resort guests, Oneida Sky, a heritage shop featuring handmade crafts, artwork, jewelry and products by Members of the Oneida Indian Nation, and the Crescent Park, a beautifully designed natural landscape with waterfalls, flowers, and sculptures honoring the Oneida Indian Nation’s Wolf, Bear and Turtle clans. “From the very first day of opening its doors, The Crescent has demonstrated Turning Stone’s commitment to world-class hospitality and luxury, joining the exceptional standard of service our guests have experienced at The Lodge and The Tower,” said Oneida Indian Nation Representative and Turning Stone Enterprises CEO Ray Halbritter. “Thanks to our dedicated team, we have earned the reputation as one of the most exceptional resorts in the Northeast." Through the Turning Stone Evolution, Turning Stone is transforming into New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort. The Grand Expo, a majestic, state-of-the-art events and conference destination features a 30,000-square-foot ballroom, expansive pillarless spaces, towering ceilings, natural light and spectacular outdoor event spaces. The Grand Expo arrives on Labor Day and will double Turning Stone’s event space to 225,000 square feet, providing connectivity to all Turning Stone hotels, 26 restaurants, entertainment, amenities and recreation. Turning Stone is New York’s most awarded four-season resort and has received more than 1,000 national awards and recognitions. Most recently, Turning Stone has been named Casino Player Magazine’s #1 Best Overall Gaming Resort for 2026, GolfWeek’s Top Public Courses (New York: Atunyote, Shenendoah, Kaluhyat) and earned top honors that include the Forbes Travel Guide 4-Star Awards (The Lodge, TS Steakhouse, Wildflowers, Skʌ:nʌ́: Spa), Conde Nast Johansens Award for Excellence (Best Immersive Experience), Best of Dining and Nightlife - Best Overall Dining by Casino Player Magazine, and Best Spa in New York (Spas of America Top 10 Casino Spas; Skʌ:nʌ́:). For photos of The Crescent, The Lodge and The Tower click [here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/eesrkml4y0ricib0etnnp/AHu1T5dgJHkiZXBIviz8BXo?rlkey=hmijf007y9r1n6uxj21depp3o&st=69cdi6bs&dl=0). **About Turning Stone Resort Casino** A renowned, award-winning destination that is redefining luxury in Upstate New York, the Oneida Indian Nation’s [Turning Stone Resort Casino](http://www.turningstone.com./) features world-class amenities and New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort including six hotels, two luxurious spas, five golf courses, more than 26 dining options, a 125,000 square foot Las Vegas-style gaming floor, TS Sports, a state-of-the-art sports betting lounge, The Showroom, an intimate concert venue, a 5,000 seat arena, and several nightlife venues. Conveniently located 30 miles east of Syracuse at NYS Thruway exit 33, Turning Stone was named the #1 Best Gaming Resort in New York by Casino Player Magazine and the #1 Best Overall Dining in 2026. Turning Stone has also earned the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award for The Lodge, Wildflowers restaurant, TS Steakhouse, and Skʌ:nʌ́: Spa, and, for more than a decade, the AAA Four Diamond Award for The Lodge, The Tower Hotel, and Wildflowers restaurant. **Media Contact:** Kathleen Shaffer; Head of Public Relations 315.569.8193 - - - [ Next ](https://www.turningstone.com/press/news/dining/tin-rooster-goes-beyond-barbeque) We use cookies to give you the best website experience. By clicking “Agree & Proceed”, you agree to our [Privacy Policy](https://www.turningstone.com/privacy-policy) Advanced Reservations Encouraged