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Our top choices for Watkins Glen motels

A two-story building with a thatched roof, a dock leading to a water body, and colorful chairs lined up outside.

1. The Anchor Inn and Marina

The Anchor Inn and Marina
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (481 reviews)
"Nice place, quiet with a view of the lake. Close to town."
United States
Dan
The price is ￥15,375
￥17,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Anchor Inn and Marina
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

2. Colonial Inn & Creamery

Colonial Inn & Creamery
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"The room was clean, freshly painted, new flooring, updated bathroom, coffee in the lobby in the morning, walking distance to restaurants"
United States
Alison
The price is ￥18,065
￥20,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Colonial Inn & Creamery
A covered porch with chairs and tables, a door, and windows with lights.

3. Gorgeous View Motel

Gorgeous View Motel
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (173 reviews)
"Great motel with a great view! We really enjoyed our time"
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥19,596
￥21,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gorgeous View Motel
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a lake and greenery.

4. The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Location and on site restaurant and bar."
United States
James
The price is ￥29,512
￥33,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

5. Longhouse Lodge Motel

Longhouse Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (414 reviews)
"Nice quiet spot , kept up nicely , Very friendly people to deal with"
United States
FD
The price is ￥17,093
￥19,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Longhouse Lodge Motel
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6. The Falls Motel - 2 Mi to " Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake " AND 4 Mi to Watkins Glen International Track " The Glen "

The Falls Motel - 2 Mi to " Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake " AND 4 Mi to Watkins Glen International Track " The Glen "
2.5 star property
Montour Falls
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (742 reviews)
"Really nice place, perfectly located for our trip to the Finger Lakes. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Shane
The price is ￥20,308
￥22,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Falls Motel - 2 Mi to " Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake " AND 4 Mi to Watkins Glen International Track " The Glen "
An outdoor patio with a round table and a fire pit, surrounded by wicker chairs.

7. Vinehurst Inn And Suites

Vinehurst Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Hammondsport
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (742 reviews)
"Always a really nice stay, highly recommend!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥14,863
￥16,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Vinehurst Inn And Suites
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, and a door leading to a balcony.

8. Budget Inn Horseheads

Budget Inn Horseheads
2.5 star property
Horseheads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (268 reviews)
"Excellent value, very clean and bed was very comfortable. We will definitely stay there in the future."
United States
Ralph
The price is ￥9,348
￥10,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Budget Inn Horseheads
A restaurant with a TV, seating, and a window.

9. Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads

Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads
2.0 star property
Horseheads
4.2 out of 10, (344 reviews)
"You get what you pay for—one of the best options for a low budget. No breakfast, only coffee was available."
United States
Dharam
The price is ￥13,248
￥14,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads
A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a dark armchair, and a coffee table. There is a large window with curtains, a framed map on the wall, and a kitchen area with a counter and cabinets.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca
2.0 star property
South Side
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel had basically everything working, the rooms were clean, and had just enough options for breakfast for the price they have. We had a nice stay."
United States
Dileep
The price is ￥13,116
￥15,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a bench, two lamps, and a door leading outside.

11. Corning Inn

Corning Inn
2.5 star property
Painted Post
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. They definitely made the stay enjoyable."
United States
Jill
The price is ￥9,323
￥10,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Corning Inn
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden cabinet with a microwave, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

12. Mark Twain Motor Inn

Mark Twain Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Elmira
6.2 out of 10, (287 reviews)
"Amazing room, great stay!"
United States
Chance
The price is ￥9,103
￥10,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Mark Twain Motor Inn
A white building with a green awning, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

13. Economy Inn Ithaca

Economy Inn Ithaca
2.0 star property
Ithaca
7.0 out of 10, Good, (321 reviews)
"More water pressure"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥11,807
￥13,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Economy Inn Ithaca
A hotel room with a wooden dresser, a television mounted on the wall, a lamp, and a coat rack.

14. Relax Inn Elmira

Relax Inn Elmira
2.5 star property
Elmira
6.4 out of 10, (142 reviews)
"I had a family emergency and had to leave a day early I lt them know at 7:00am they didn’t offer to give refund a nights stay I was mad but I will stay again"
United States
Tim
The price is ￥11,077
￥12,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Relax Inn Elmira
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a window with a view, a desk with chairs, and a bedside table.

15. Grayhaven Motel

Grayhaven Motel
3.0 star property
Ithaca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"The room was very clean and well appointed. Looked like recently renovated. Staff was so friendly and helpful! The grounds were beautiful with cute touches."
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥24,055
￥27,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Grayhaven Motel
A red building with a sloped roof and a sign that reads "The Coachman Motor Lodge."

16. Coachman Motor Lodge

Coachman Motor Lodge
Elmira
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Simple and no frills but clean, comfortable beds, good showers and perfect to get a good night's rest. Large place too A little isolated but the manager made up for it with his being accommodation, understanding and communicating. Thanks Mr. Patel!!"
United States
Rajani
The price is ￥11,002
￥12,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Coachman Motor Lodge
A modern kitchen area with a coffee machine, a sink, and a sign about first aid for choking.

17. Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post

Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post
2.0 star property
Painted Post
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Excelente hotel!"
United States
claudia
The price is ￥10,699
￥11,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post
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Top Watkins Glen Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ithaca

Hotel Ithaca

10/10 Excellent
"Chech in staff friendly and helpful. We stayed in the North Tower. The room was perfect, clean and comfortable. Bathrobe provided was a nice touch. Disposable slippers would be great. Would definitely stay here again. Location was great with good parking."
philip 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hotel Ithaca

Find out more about Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen Motels information

Number of reviews
7,390
Accommodation
23 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,193
Highest Price
￥33,053

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watkins Glen?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Watkins Glen, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 116 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
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 Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and bar, as well as room amenities like a sofa bed. Colonial Inn & Creamery: Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Gorgeous View Motel: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. The Anchor Inn and Marina: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. A nightclub along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking 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: Park Avenue Sports Center, Wings of Eagles Discovery Center, and Eldridge Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: The Tasting Room, Seneca Harbor, and Watkins Glen State Park.
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.