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Our top choices for Watkins Glen motels

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

1. Colonial Inn & Creamery

Colonial Inn & Creamery
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"We love the place! It was so cute and cozy our stay at Watkins. The ice cream was amazing! It also walkable to go to Seneca Lake and the state park!"
United States
Ivan
The price is RM383
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Colonial Inn & Creamery
A two-story building with a thatched roof, a dock leading to a water body, and colorful chairs lined up outside.

2. The Anchor Inn and Marina

The Anchor Inn and Marina
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (476 reviews)
"Nice place, quiet with a view of the lake. Close to town."
United States
Dan
The price is RM461
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Anchor Inn and Marina
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a lake and greenery.

3. The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Location and on site restaurant and bar."
United States
James
The price is RM732
RM820 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca
A covered porch with chairs and tables, a door, and windows with lights.

4. Gorgeous View Motel

Gorgeous View Motel
2.5 star property
Watkins Glen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (171 reviews)
"Great motel with a great view! We really enjoyed our time"
United States
Joshua
The price is RM548
RM613 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Gorgeous View Motel
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, (413 reviews)
"Nice quiet spot , kept up nicely , Very friendly people to deal with"
United States
FD
The price is RM508
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Longhouse Lodge Motel

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, (739 reviews)
"Really nice place, perfectly located for our trip to the Finger Lakes. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Shane
The price is RM568
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Falls Motel - 2 Mi to " Watkins Glen State Park, Seneca Lake " AND 4 Mi to Watkins Glen International Track " The Glen "
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, and a door leading to a balcony.

7. Budget Inn Horseheads

Budget Inn Horseheads
2.5 star property
Horseheads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (263 reviews)
"Excellent value, very clean and bed was very comfortable. We will definitely stay there in the future."
United States
Ralph
The price is RM306
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Budget Inn Horseheads
A modern kitchen area with a coffee machine, a sink, and a sign about first aid for choking.

8. Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post

Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post
2.0 star property
Painted Post
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Excelente hotel!"
United States
claudia
The price is RM278
RM311 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden cabinet with a microwave, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

9. Mark Twain Motor Inn

Mark Twain Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Elmira
6.2 out of 10, (282 reviews)
"Amazing room, great stay!"
United States
Chance
The price is RM235
RM264 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mark Twain Motor Inn
A hotel room with a wooden dresser, a television mounted on the wall, a lamp, and a coat rack.

10. 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 RM323
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Relax Inn Elmira
An outdoor patio with a round table and a fire pit, surrounded by wicker chairs.

11. Vinehurst Inn And Suites

Vinehurst Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Hammondsport
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (739 reviews)
"Always a really nice stay, highly recommend!"
United States
Andrew
The price is RM486
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Vinehurst Inn And Suites
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.

12. 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 RM323
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a bench, two lamps, and a door leading outside.

13. Corning Inn

Corning Inn
2.5 star property
Painted Post
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Erl
The price is RM262
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Corning Inn
A red building with a sloped roof and a sign that reads "The Coachman Motor Lodge."

14. 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 RM313
RM350 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Coachman Motor Lodge
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 RM862
RM974 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Grayhaven Motel
A white building with a green awning, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

16. Economy Inn Ithaca

Economy Inn Ithaca
2.0 star property
Ithaca
7.0 out of 10, Good, (319 reviews)
"Was close to everything"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM306
RM346 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Economy Inn Ithaca
A restaurant with a TV, seating, and a window.

17. Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads

Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads
2.0 star property
Horseheads
4.0 out of 10, (341 reviews)
"Hotel is in good condition and will need a major update, could use brighter colors and update current furniture and modernize the bathroom"
United States
Thomas
The price is RM274
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Horseheads
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Best Western Plus Horseheads - Elmira

Best Western Plus Horseheads - Elmira

10/10 Excellent
"Good value hotel"
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Best Western Plus Horseheads - Elmira

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Watkins Glen Motels information

Number of reviews
6,585
Accommodation
23 Motels
Lowest Price
RM264
Highest Price
RM974

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watkins Glen?
As you'll save on your room price, you can make the most 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?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip holidays, 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 Wi-Fi and bar, as well as room amenities such as 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 Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. The Anchor Inn and Marina: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. A nightclub along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-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 self-parking.
How many motels are there in Watkins Glen?
Expedia has 5 economical 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, make sure that you 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: Wings of Eagles Discovery Center, Eldridge Park and Park Avenue Sports Center. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Watkins Glen State Park, The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor.
What's the weather like in Watkins Glen?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in Watkins Glen are January, March, December and February, with each month seeing an average of 18 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Watkins Glen while 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. You can also search for flights into 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 to rent a car for your trip.

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