The Clipper Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Clayton inn

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Queen Room
Front of property
Exterior
Queen with Twin Bed
Queen Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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126 State St., Clayton, NY, 13624
  • Place, Clayton Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Antique Boat Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen with Twin Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Clayton

In Clayton .Within a 5-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Lake Ontario and Clayton Marina. The Clayton Opera House and Thousand Islands Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Clayton Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Clayton Opera House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Antique Boat Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Coyote Moon Vineyards - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 36 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boat Yard at French Bay - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Diprinzio's Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Restaurant & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Thousand Islands Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Foxy's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Clipper Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Clayton inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Clayton inn.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Clipper Inn offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Clayton inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 40 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in each accommodation.

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The Clipper Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 272 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Milford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always have a wonderful stay at the Clipper. It never disappoints.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Marcus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately, we stayed at The Clipper Inn. This a motel than a hotel. There were cobwebs in the corner ceiling with a spider in it. The toilet leaked at the base and bugs in the bathroom. The floor was dirty so had to wear shoes all the time. Finally, the beds are worn out. I woke up with an aching back. They need to refresh the property immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

2 nd stay

Had a very nice stay ,,this is our second stay here and both stays were very nice .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One Night Business Stay

Very nice motel in Clayton. Connected to one of the best restaurants in the area as well. Comfortable, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food in the restaurant was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will stay there again

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very happy with our accommodations. The room was clean and the price was reasonable. Mike was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Staff pleasant. Reserved 2 queens but when we arrived it was a queen and a single. Worked out ok. Kind of noisy. Inexpensive option for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel really could use a remodel. Rooms are old and musty smelling. Cleanliness could be better too!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent stay at the Clipper Inn- I would come back to try the restaurant next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ondine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The inn was great with only 1 downfall, the floors in the room were disgustingly dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

ROBERT, Ennismore

Travelled with partner
There was a black hair on my pillow case when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checkin was easy Mike is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Close to everything, private area off room in back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024