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The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

2.5 star property
Golf motel near Watkins Glen State Park

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Deluxe King Room, Lake View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room, Lake View
Breakfast and dinner served
Junior Suite, Lake View | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3380 State Route 14, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891
  • Place, Seneca Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Tasting Room
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe King Room, Lake View

Deluxe King Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View

Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, Lake View

Junior Suite, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Watkins Glen

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Watkins Glen motel, you'll find The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor. Watkins Glen State Park and Castel Grisch Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seneca Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • The Tasting Room - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Cornell University - 47 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pudgies Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Seneca Harbor Station - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

Golf motel near Watkins Glen State Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Watkins Glen motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Mini-fridge

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

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.
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Queen sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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
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, and debit cards. 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.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Glen Motor Inn Watkins Glen
Glen Motor Inn
Glen Motor Watkins Glen
Glen Motor
Glen Motor Hotel Watkins Glen
Glen Motel Watkins
Glen Motor Inn
The Laurel At Seneca Motel
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Motel
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Watkins Glen
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Motel Watkins Glen

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheri, W Carrollton

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cheri, W Carrollton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is clean and nice. Loved the funky retro vibe of the bathroom. My room faced the lake which was great. Close to Watkins Glen and many other cool things to see. Restaurant on premises. Staff was very friendly/helpful. Would stay here again when back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula Brach

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Okan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Don't get SCAMMED like we did! I booked The Laurel in high anticipation of enjoying that gorgeous, unobstructed, PRIVATE balcony view perfect for our wedding anni... right? WRONG!! Come to find our room at the bottom of a hill where 6 rooms sit ground level. My heart sank the second we pulled up DİRECTLY in front of our room's window. We got the view of a parking lot, guests/staff walking by, and 2 cars blocking any scenic landscape. Paid a considerable amount to keep the curtain closed now?? NO where in the description did it state they even have ground level rooms or I would have called to secure what is presented online, otherwise we wouldn't have booked it! We got the roadside motel experience for the same price as other guests with the million dollar view/private balcony. We asked to move since surely they'll make this right being that this is false advertising, right? WRONG AGAİN! Frontdesk was kind enough but fully booked, out of her hands. I contacted Expedia for some compensation for THEİR false ad, and the rep said "balcony is upon request". İ asked her to tell me exactly where it states that. No answer, because it's another LİE. Go ahead & read everything like I did: Policy, Amenities, About, İmportant to Know sections... NOTHİNG about possibly being thrown into a parking lot room. Expedia offered "key points" as compensation, which only covered the room tax. What a joke! Better call this place for what's ADVERTİSED so as not to get SCAMMED like we did!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff and great view of Seneca Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Outstanding view

What a gem and the view is absolutely priceless. A little outdated but clean. Staff was all very friendly and made sure you had everything you needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marguerite

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, quiet, great staff, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SRINIVAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the lake. Road is still under construction
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reem

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The deck with the fire pits were the best! The view of the lake was amazing and so relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Okay

Clean, friendly staff, good breakfast. Room needs updating. View was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean motel room with some nice, updated touches, including a spacious bathroom with updated retro fixtures (additional shelving or surface space would be nice, but kudos for the numerous hooks). A bit pricey at more than $300 a night, given limited amenities (no pool, sauna, lobby games, or attractions on the property aside from inviting deck space with adirondacks and picnic tables). Big props for the panoramic lake views from the rooms and the stylish restaurant with its fabulous menu and chef (highly recommend the jerk chicken!)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

The laurel at watkins glen.

Wonderful location overlooking lake seneca. Only 2 mins from marina,state park and downtown shops and dining spots. Room was clean,staff was great. Tbe views from the property were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly front desk staff. Great wautperson in restaurant. View of the Lake is grand!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
View from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view of Seneca Lake was spectacular—a quaint, hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Patio with fire pits
View of our room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025