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Mark Twain Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Elmira motel

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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden cabinet with a microwave, and a bathroom with a bathtub.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden cabinet, and a radiator.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a tiled shower area.
A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front, set against a backdrop of a green hill.
Front of property

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1996 Lake Street, Elmira, NY, 14901
  • Place, Eldridge Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mark Twain's Grave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Eldridge Park Dog Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with floral curtains, and a wooden floor.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Romantic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a heater, and a window with curtains.

Romantic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Elmira

In Elmira .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Elmira motel, you'll find Eldridge Park and Eldridge Park Dog Park. Mark Twain's Grave and Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Eldridge Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mark Twain's Grave - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Eldridge Park Dog Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Elmira College - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 33 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Chemung County Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Sauce Boss - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪1157 North - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quick Stop Beverage - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mark Twain Motor Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Elmira motel
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Elmira motel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mark Twain Motor Inn offers 60 accommodations with air conditioning. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals 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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit 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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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MARK TWAIN MOTOR
MARK TWAIN MOTOR Elmira
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Mark Twain Motor Hotel Elmira
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mark Twain Motor Inn to the airport?

Mark Twain Motor Inn is 8.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mark Twain Motor Inn?

As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mark Twain Motor Inn on Jul 21, 2026 start from CA $93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mark Twain Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mark Twain Motor Inn.

Does Mark Twain Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Mark Twain Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mark Twain Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Mark Twain Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Mark Twain Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Mark Twain Motor Inn have a pool?

Mark Twain Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Mark Twain Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Mark Twain Motor Inn to downtown Elmira?

Mark Twain Motor Inn is 2.2 mi away from Elmira.

Mark Twain Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 257 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mykah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sonja

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirtiest place I have ever stayed! Smelled terrible, the bed was like a board and had to wear my shoes to shower. Literally the worst place I have ever stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, tv got the stations I wanted. The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

A nice little basic place to stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Plenty of parking and very convenient location

Very nice people at the office will stay there again good value
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a nice big lawn.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely overpriced. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent enough hotel but needs some update.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really like this place when i go up there to visit my husband
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Chistine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful area near Elmira College

Staff was very friendly and nice. Checking in and out was quick and easy,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

brian

Disliked: Room comfort
Nothing fancy, just the cheapest place to sleep. I would stay again if in the area
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendship
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veronica

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

nice hotel

nice,clean will stay there again. everything was nice great room and service. already told my friend about it
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it was ok. Clean sheets and a shower was all we needed for the 12 hours we spent there
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It's a place to lay your head. Couple bugs and spiders. Bathroom is old as the hills, but the bed had a really nice soft blanket on it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Economical
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good price and quite area

Booked hotel because it was close area attractions, Watkins Glen International Speedway, Corning Glass museum and other great local attractions. Price was right but beds were old and a bit uncomfortable, everything else in room was ok and meet the needs for a weekend getaway.
Verified

6/10 Okay

belle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They could use a decorating update, but the rooms were clean. The owners were very pleasant and it was near to where I had to be
Verified

6/10 Okay

Craig M

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

graduation stay

We came for Elmira College graduation. A better breakfast selection than just coffee would have been nice.
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Needs a face lift

Was in town for a family wedding. I found Elmira to be a charming old industrial town rich in history. But the mark Twain Inn is badly in need of updating.
Verified

8/10 Good

James

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

Plenty Good Enough

Great Mattress, plenty of fresh linens, urban yet not crowded location, AC worked fine....older motel, of course, but clean