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Golden Gate Lodging

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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Private beach
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Golden Gate Lodging, in a prime beach location, offers comfort and convenience. Travelers love the cozy rooms with free in-room WiFi. On-site laundry is handy for long stays, and the staff is consistently praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
432 Margaret St, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901

What's nearby

  • Plattsburgh City Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cumberland Bay State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • State University of New York-Plattsburgh - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Champlain Centre - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Plattsburgh, NY Ferry Dock - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Plattsburgh Station - 3 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gus' Red Hots - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hobie's Sports Den - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Golden Gate Lodging

Property highlights
Golden Gate Lodging provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Golden Gate Motel Plattsburgh
Golden Gate Motel
Golden Gate Plattsburgh
Golden Gate Motel
Golden Gate Lodging Motel
Golden Gate Lodging Plattsburgh
Golden Gate Lodging Motel Plattsburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Gate Lodging pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Golden Gate Lodging?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Gate Lodging?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Golden Gate Lodging?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Golden Gate Lodging located?

Nestled on the beach, this Plattsburgh motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Plattsburgh City Beach and Crete Memorial Civic Center. Trinity Park and McDonough Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Golden Gate Lodging Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 681 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 681 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 681 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 681 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 681 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent motel for a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is right on the beach which makes it very special!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

yulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach front Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was cheap and not too far from Amtrak
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that there was a lake next to the hotel. Looking out my door at the lake. Staff was very nice. Loved that I was about 30 minutes from the canada border. All in all great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times and each time is always pleasant. You have your own private beach which is a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay great view of the lake easy check in and check out
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
THE ROOMS ARE A LITTLE BIT DATED BUT THE BED WAS VERY COMFORTABLE.THE WHOLE PROPERTY COULD PERHAPS DO WITH A BIT OF TLC BUT THE LOCATION IS GREAT WITH WONDERFUL VIEWS AND A NICE BEACH YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Marjorie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area has a nice scenery
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet during the week Beach is pretty amazing Definately wildwood vibes here.
Private beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Excellent location

Excellent location, comfortable room. Appears recent remodel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and comfortable, but it was a bit over priced. For the price they should offer some kind of breakfast. The staff was excellent and very friendly. They changed our room from the second floor to the first floor upon request and we mistakenly left our computer at the motel, someone found it and returned it to the office and they kept it safe until we could return and pick it up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant surprise, relaxed atmosphere, thoughtfully maintained and well maintained. Right on the beach. Responsive staff, unbeatable experience for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stéphanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice place! Yes it’s old, but it’s Nice! It’s our second time at this motel, and not the last!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The furnishings were similar to what one might have at home, as opposed to a "commercial" or "institutional" appearance. The man managing the property was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

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

Lakefront views and a private beach

She has some years on her, but the sheets were clean and fresh, the kitchenette is a nice perk, and you can't beat the location. Good staff. Quiet rooms. Very much enjoyed our stay. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thuy-Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty run down, rooms are old but given the price, I guess this was the best. Decent place on our way to Canada
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Room 79, right on end next to shoreline of lake ,they call it the beach, good breeze, wish stairway was at end instead of middle of units! Otherwise, a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
As an alternative to staying in Burlington, Golden Gate costs less, has beach front with a great lake view and is not far from the ferry dock. While the building may be showing its age, it does have a retro vibe and appears to be well maintained. I think having the kitchenette space is not a bad trade-off for a compact bathroom. Good value for travelers - especially in summer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, private room with lakeside access. Perfect for its purposes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Everything was fine. Bathroom fixtures were a bit dated, but everything worked, and was clean. Bed was comfortable. The lakefront location was nice, sat out in front of the room for a while enjoying the evening breeze and listening to the waves.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zainab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice chill spot next to the water, but got some issues with weed smell and men making us feel uncomfortable and knocking on the door in the middle of the night. If it wasn’t for that I would definitively go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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