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Mark Twain Motor Inn

Property class: 2.5

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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. - Mark Twain Motor Inn (Elmira)
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden cabinet, and a radiator. - Mark Twain Motor Inn (Elmira)
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a tiled shower area. - Mark Twain Motor Inn (Elmira)
A motel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop. - Mark Twain Motor Inn (Elmira)
A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front, set against a backdrop of a green hill. - Mark Twain Motor Inn (Elmira)
Mark Twain Motor Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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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

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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

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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

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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

About the neighborhood

Elmira is home to Mark Twain Motor Inn. Regal Arnot Mall and Park Avenue Sports Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eldridge Park and Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum. Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms and Wings of Eagles Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Elmira travel guide
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1996 Lake Street, Elmira, NY, 14901

What's nearby

  • A fountain with a statue, surrounded by a brick wall and trees.
    Elmira College
    9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • A canyon with a waterfall and a river.
    Watkins Glen State Park
    33 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • A tall clock tower with a pointed roof and two large clocks.
    Cornell University
    59 min drive - 38.8 miles
  • Eldridge Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Eldridge Park Dog Park
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles

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
  • 1157 North
    3 min drive
  • The Sauce Boss
    2 min drive
  • Pick's Pub
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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)

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Mark Twain Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mark Twain Motor Inn located?

Situated in Elmira, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eldridge Park and Eldridge Park Dog Park. Mark Twain's Grave and Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mark Twain Motor Inn Reviews

6.2

6.2

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 276 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleeshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean and gentleman at checkout was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent they have new refinished rooms that are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old style motel on the outside with nicely updated room on the inside! Nice quiet area but close to everything. Owner (?) is very nice and friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

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 review

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic lodgings. Room was spacious and decently furnished including a refrigerator and microwave. Not even a vending machine in sight. Nothing nearby except a gas station and a small Wegmans down the road. It was what I needed at the time so I am satisfied but go with low expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arpit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Deep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an old style motel but very clean and well kept. Bedsheets were clean and mattress was good and so was bathroom. Don't expect a tooth paste but I don't think there is any major issue that is concerning. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what was expected
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
TV didn’t work, but it was still a decent place to stay at overnight
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Komal

Friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mykah

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Don

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A flop house. Room and linens barely ok. No chair, only overhead light, exterior cigarette butt covered, no dryer, no tissue, no extra toilet paper, no other guests, shampoo tube almost empty. Sorry, cannot recommend under any circumstances.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

A nice little basic place to stay
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Purna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad smells
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was tidy. The A/C did not work well. There was only 1 blower setting. When you come in late you have to ring for help to check in, which is fine, but the machines in the space blow heat and the room was sweltering It is in a good location to where we needed to be. This is a fine place to stop in an emergency. We just needed a place to put our heads. There were plenty or outlets and USB plugs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wouldn't shower in the bathroom. Mold was overwhelming. Looked like section 8 housing. We just needed a bed and toilet for the night in a pinch. At least it was free of bedbugs. Wanted to stay in Watkins Glen. There wasn't much available. $99 . You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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 review

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 review

4/10 Poor

Caia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Oof.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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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