Watkins Glen motel close to Watkins Glen State Park
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel. Change of towels is available on request.
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include queen sofa beds and desks. Cable television is provided.
Bathrooms include showers. This Watkins Glen motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The motel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca has designated areas for smoking.
Grill@The Laurel - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Grill@The Laurel
Things to do
9-hole adjacent golf course
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room sofa bed
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Outdoors
On a lake
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Queen sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch TV with cable channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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The Laurel At Seneca Motel
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Reviews
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 997 reviews
10 - Excellent
539
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 997 reviews
8 - Good
298
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 997 reviews
6 - Okay
103
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 997 reviews
4 - Poor
43
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 997 reviews
2 - Terrible
14
Reviews
8/10 Good
Amy
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly front desk staff. Great wautperson in restaurant.
View of the Lake is grand!
Good location. Close to Watkins Glen State park and Lake Seneca Cruises.
Check in Staff (Holly) was very personable, and helpful. I would definitely recommend this property.
Wonderful room , clean, amazing view , great restaurant and friendly staff. Nice restaurants in town, beautiful park , wineries, and very relaxing atmosphere. The place to stay
Absolutely beautiful setting and friendly atmosphere. We spent 4 days and fell in love with the hotel and location close to Watkins Glen. We’d go back in a minute. Looking forward to a return visit soon.
As other reviews stated, this is a clean and efficient property that has a gorgeous view of the lake. It’s about a mile from downtown. We took advantage of the deck and fire pits in the evening and it was lovely.
The rooms are smaller but had everything we needed. We had no issues with the bathroom/shower (other than there was no fan) and the beds were comfortable. Appreciated the in-room fridge and the property was well lit.
The motel appears to have three separate buildings: the restaurant/lobby, a set of rooms that are up on the hill, and a set of rooms closer to the water. While they all have water views,
If you want to be the closest to the water, you should request not 101-105.
This little hiden gem was perfect for our 4 days away. Recently redone. Cute rooms with an amazing view. Nice restaurant and bar on location. Outside deck with firepits and seating
Lorin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Dean
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The exterior of the hotel was a little worn but the room was clean and comfortable. We were disappointed that the deluxe queen room was on the ground floor and the lake view was obstructed by parked cars. It looked like rooms above us had a great view of the lake.
Perfect location for my waterfalls road trip. Quiet, comfortable, fantastic view. Would be great for a two night stay even though I only stayed for one night. Very nice shower.
Great view of lake. Internet services not working entire stay. No TV remote in room. Bathroom light flickering on and off. When we called staff somewhere before 9 PM no one answered the phone. Next morning they just brushed it off. Internet was still down and staff said they would tell house keeping about issues but didn’t bother to address immediately.
I loved the view across the lake.
I was very disappointed as one of the sites i looked at showed a pool.
When i got there it was covered by a huge deck. Nice deck but no pool.
Nice little motel just a short drive to Watkins Glen State Park and local restaurants. The room was clean and comfortable, and the deck area was a great place to relax with a view of the lake. A peaceful and convenient spot for a Finger Lakes getaway!
This place is located 5 minutes from town for some great food choices, the theater was in town, swimming at the state park as well as parking to hike the gorge. Our room had been renovated recently but the facility itself looks outdated but looks like they’re in the middle of remodeling. The place was quiet we could not hear our neighbors. There’s a nice deck with chairs tables and benches to sit and watch the water. The was a good price for a clean just outta town place to stay. Definitely book the room with the view.