Near the breathtaking She-Qa-Ga Falls, The Falls Motel offers a cozy retreat. Begin your day with continental breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Helpful staff make sure you feel at home.
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 32 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 58 min drive
Chemung County Transportation Center - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 4 min drive
Hop Notch Tap Room - 4 min drive
Arby's - 6 min drive
Jerlando's Ristorante - 5 min drive
Blue Ribbon Diner - 11 min walk
About this property
The Falls Motel
The Falls Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Watkins Glen International. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
What to do
Private winery tours
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Vineyard
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25.00
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Falls Motel Montour Falls
Falls Motel
Falls Montour Falls
The Falls Hotel Montour Falls
Falls Hotel Montour
The Falls Motel Motel
The Falls Motel Montour Falls
The Falls Motel Motel Montour Falls
Frequently asked questions
Does The Falls Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Falls Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Falls Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Falls Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Falls Motel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Falls Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and hunting.
What's the area around The Falls Motel like?
The Falls Motel is a short 6-minute walk from She-Qa-Ga Falls and 4 minutes' walk from Montour Falls Historic District. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.
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The Falls Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Waterfalls
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What guests liked
Parking was conveniently located right next to the room. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Very nice hotel, lovely hostess
Anita
Anita, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2025
Visit to Watkins Glen
Nice spot for short stay ! The owners were nice and helpful
Close to all attractions
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
The place was clean. The rooms are very dated. The people were very nice.
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Vintage GP WE Stay
We spent WE enjoying the SVRA Vintage GP WE @ the track and at the downtown GP Festival. The Falls Motel was located “smack dab” between both of these POIs. The room w/ two Queen size beds was perfect. Free ice & a Continental breakfast was the icing on the cake.
Larry
Larry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Great location
Great place, great rate, will stay again.
Stanley
Stanley, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 5, 2025
Good location if you go to state park. Room was clean but tired looking. My room had very strong smell of mold and the smell didn’t go away. TV didn’t work. Breakfast was pretty minimal - packaged pantries, coffee, some fresh fruit, bottled juice.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 6, 2025
Left keys on the bed after coming into the room
Stayed elsewhere
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
The owners were very friendly and the property was very clean and well maintained
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
The beds were excellent
Bruce and Neva
Bruce and Neva, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
Good could be better scenery great.
It was great. I just had to get a refund for my extra day that I didn’t need at the end of the trip. They could really benefit from new showerheads. They have some really great ones at TJ Maxx with a bead filter $14 each would make a huge difference During the shower time. Breakfast could benefit with a cooler full of yogurt, milk, and creamer.
Natalie
Natalie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Very nice motel!
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
Good place to stay
HAYLE
HAYLE, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
This was a pleasant and comfortable motel for an overnight stay in the area.
Sybil
Sybil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
This was my second time at The Falls. Always clean and friendly staff
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 24, 2025
Nice central jumping off spot for Finger Lakes adventures. Clean and quiet. Wouldn't have minded a dedicated work space, but other than that, it was a nice stay.
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2024
Good value for a stay near Watkins Glen.
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Very friendly
Close to attractions
Elisabete
Elisabete, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Cozy little town. Close to Falls
Leo
Leo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
Very friendly staff, great location, and simple room but clean, good temp controls, and good beds. Very happy with our stay.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
Falls stay
Room was very nice and clean. Only downfall bed was not comfy or to what id expect to be. Great stay.
Alyssa
Alyssa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
Close to everything
Friendly and helpful at check in.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2024
Very friendly clean and quiet
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2023
Great place with a fantastic tub.
LISA
LISA, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2023
Great basic motel.
Friendly staff and comfortable rooms with a convenient location to Watkins Glen raceway and town.
David
David, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
This has been my go to hotel at Watkins Glen for years. It’s far from luxurious but it’s clean and the staff is wonderful.