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The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

2.5 star property
Lakefront motel with a restaurant and a bar

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Deluxe King Room, Lake View | Terrace/patio
Breakfast and dinner served
Exterior
Junior Suite, Lake View | Living area | 43-inch TV with cable channels, streaming services
Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a bar, and a restaurant at The Hotel Laurel at Seneca. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Junior Suite, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - queen
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Watkins Glen, The Hotel Laurel at Seneca is next to a golf course and on a lake. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Kayaking, canoeing, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Map
3380 State Route 14, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

What's nearby

  • Seneca Harbor - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Castel Grisch Winery - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Watkins Glen International - 14 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hop Notch Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

Motel near Watkins Glen State Park
Consider a stay at The Hotel Laurel at Seneca and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 43-inch TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Grill@The Laurel

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request

Outdoors

  • On a lake

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Queen sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

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

Pets not allowed (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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hotel Laurel at Seneca pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Hotel Laurel at Seneca?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Laurel at Seneca?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Laurel at Seneca?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Hotel Laurel at Seneca located?

Situated in Watkins Glen, this golf motel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from The Tasting Room and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Watkins Glen State Park. Seneca Harbor and Castel Grisch Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 902 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 902 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 902 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 902 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 902 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Marguerite

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

Samantha

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

BOBBI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable room and beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of Seneca Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Great view!! Of Seneca Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

pam

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

10/10 Excellent

Randi

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

Pablo

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views of lake and proximity to Falls
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views of the Lake from dining room and room balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little motel just a short drive to Watkins Glen State Park and local restaurants. The room was clean and comfortable, and the deck area was a great place to relax with a view of the lake. A peaceful and convenient spot for a Finger Lakes getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful view of the lake! Older property that needs a lot of updates. The manager and waitress were very friendly and accommodating to our large group. All in all, a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

Kathy

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

Hon

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and pleasant staff. Very cool place to stay. Loved the outside common area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute pick for a hotel but it is a very lovely hotel with beautiful lake views. Nice and quiet and so close to downtown Watkins Glen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Each room has it's own private balacony with a fantastic view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

eoin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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