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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Our top choices for Watkins Glen motels

1. Colonial Inn & Creamery

Watkins Glen

Patricia

SAR 639 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View | Balcony view

2. The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

Watkins Glen

Mimi

SAR 801 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

3. The Anchor Inn and Marina

Watkins Glen

Kathleen

SAR 627 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Gorgeous View Motel

Watkins Glen

Robin

SAR 580 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

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

5. Longhouse Lodge Motel

Watkins Glen

Amanda

SAR 570 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

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

SAR 585 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

7. Budget Inn Horseheads

Horseheads

Ralph

SAR 271 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

8. Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post

Painted Post

James

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

9. Vinehurst Inn And Suites

Hammondsport

Ashlie

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

South Side

Kathleen

SAR 394 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

11. Relax Inn Elmira

Elmira

Lucia

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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

12. Mark Twain Motor Inn

Elmira

Chance

SAR 261 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

13. Corning Inn

Painted Post

Nataliya

SAR 294 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

14. Economy Inn Ithaca

Ithaca

Jennifer

SAR 318 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

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

15. Grayhaven Motel

Ithaca

Jing

SAR 926 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Top Watkins Glen Hotel Reviews

Lakeside Resort

8/10 Good

"Dinner was not great."

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at this beautifully renovated mid-century motel overlooking Seneca Lake. Our room was spotless and had everything we needed, including a private balcony with a wonderful view. We also enjoyed spending time on the shared deck, which featured cozy gas fire tables and was the perfect place to relax and take in the scenery. The combination of the stylish renovation, beautiful setting, and comfortable accommodations made for a fantastic stay. We’d happily return!"

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: Finger Lakes Boating Museum, 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 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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