10 Best Motels in Watkins Glen: Find Cheap Motels in Watkins Glen, NY 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Watkins Glen?

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and bar, as well as room amenities like a sofa bed. Gorgeous View Motel : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. The Anchor Inn and Marina : Enjoy access to the nightclub, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Colonial Inn & Creamery : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay. Longhouse Lodge Motel : Stay within a 10-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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1. Colonial Inn & Creamery

Watkins Glen

Frederick

￥27,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View | Balcony view

2. The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

Watkins Glen

David

￥33,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

3. The Anchor Inn and Marina

Watkins Glen

Kathleen

￥23,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

4. Gorgeous View Motel

Watkins Glen

Robin

￥24,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View | Desk, WiFi (free), alarm clocks, bed sheets

5. Longhouse Lodge Motel

Watkins Glen

Dolores

￥23,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Suite, 1 King Bed | Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

6. The Falls Motel - 2 Mi to " Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake " AND 4 Mi to Watkins Glen International Track " The Glen "

Montour Falls

Veronica

￥24,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

7. Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post

Painted Post

Samrat

￥14,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

8. Vinehurst Inn And Suites

Hammondsport

Ashlie

￥22,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

9. Budget Inn Horseheads

Horseheads

Ralph

￥11,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

South Side

Kathleen

￥16,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

11. Corning Inn

Painted Post

Nataliya

￥10,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

12. Relax Inn Elmira

Elmira

Lucia

￥10,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Treman Lodge Queen | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, memory foam beds, desk

13. Grayhaven Motel

Ithaca

Jing

￥38,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

14. Economy Inn Ithaca

Ithaca

Jennifer

￥13,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Romantic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Mountain View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

15. Mark Twain Motor Inn

Elmira

Chance

￥9,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Top Watkins Glen Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Corning

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were super comfortable, bathroom was clean, lobby was inviting and comfortable to hang out if you needed to make a private phone call."

Lakeside Resort

8/10 Good

"Nice option near Watkins Glen (5 min drive). Units are newish (some wear evident) and clean though a bit spartan. Some units are clustered near parking area / office and some are more isolated. Noise from traffic and guests can be noticeable. Food is excellent but dinner service ends early. Staff is pleasant and helpful, nice people. Rocky the dog is a pleasant ambassador. Good enough option and pleasant overall. Would stay again."

La Tourelle Inn & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were lovely. In addition to a well appointed bathroom, access to a comfortable robe, and luxurious bedding, the room had a settee and a wall of library books which was a lovely touch. The bar was great and had a nice selection. The communal space was welcoming and comfortable. Breakfast included scrambled eggs, bacon, breads and pastries, fruits and yogurt as well as locally brewed coffee. The grounds were lovely and you can walk to Buttermilk Falls State Park, but if you want to see the main waterfall (and potentially swim) it is about a 45 minute to a 1 hour walk each way, so something to keep in mind. We had a great time and would stay there again."

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Watkins Glen Motels information

Number of reviews	5,236
Accommodation	23 Motels
Lowest Price	￥9,423
Highest Price	￥38,916

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watkins Glen?

Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Watkins Glen has to offer. Top sights to visit include Watkins Glen State Park.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Watkins Glen?

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and bar, as well as room amenities like a sofa bed. Gorgeous View Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. The Anchor Inn and Marina: Enjoy access to the nightclub, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Colonial Inn & Creamery: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay. Longhouse Lodge Motel: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels should I expect to find in Watkins Glen?

Expedia has 5 motels in Watkins Glen.

What can I do in Watkins Glen?

Visitors to Watkins Glen like its lakeside and wineries. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. Enjoy nature with a stop at Watkins Glen Beach and Seneca Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Eldridge Park, Park Avenue Sports Center, and Finger Lakes Boating Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Watkins Glen State Park, The Tasting Room, and Seneca Harbor.

What's the seasonal weather like in Watkins Glen?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Watkins Glen to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Watkins Glen are January, March, December, and February, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Watkins Glen when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Watkins Glen to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is located 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is 22.7 mi (36.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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