10 Best Motels in Watertown: Find Cheap Motels in Watertown, NY 2026

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Travel Inn : Stay within a 20-minute drive of Lake Ontario and Fort Drum. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Nest Inn : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of Fort Drum. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown : Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Lake Ontario and Fort Drum. Allen's Budget Motel : It's located within a short 7-minute drive of Fort Drum. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free wired internet. Royal Inn Motel : Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Fort Drum. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

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Allen's Budget Motel

Watertown

Randall

NT$2,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Travel Inn

Watertown

Karen

NT$2,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Royal Inn Motel

Watertown

Cynthia C.

NT$2,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 17 - Jun 18

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | TV

Nest Inn

Watertown

Betsy

NT$2,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

Indoor pool, open 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Watertown

Crystabel

NT$2,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Rock Ledge Motel

Alexandria Bay

Taylor

NT$2,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

2-BR Riverfront (Top Floor) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

West Winds Motel & Cottages

Clayton

Nancy

NT$4,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

Otter Creek Inn

Alexandria Bay Downtown

William

NT$3,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 17 - Jun 18

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Top Watertown Hotel Reviews

Capt. Thomson's Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time revisiting the Alexandria Bay area. I highly recommend staying at Capt Thompson resort. The pool area is a nice place to hang out and visit with each other. We had a great meal at Bonnie Castle too. The resort is centrally located so within walking distance to the shops and boat tours. Enjoy!"

Capt.'s Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Check in was very easy and the girls behind the desk were always friendly & helpful! There were 2 large coffee urns with creamers in the lobby area and a few tables and chairs in a sitting area. There is no breakfast on the premises, but a diner is just across the side yard, behind an outdoor pool (we did not use, but there were quite a few people in it). You can walk to the diner in 1-2 minutes. They served quick, tasty food! The rooms are small, but very tidy and clean. The A/C worked well and there was a mini refrig that kept our items very cold! The motel is close to downtown Alex Bay. It wasn't quite within walking distance for us 65+ year olds on an 85 degree day, but if you don't mind the walking, you would most likely get there within 15 minutes. There is also a pharmacy across the road on the way to Alex Bay. It was an enjoyable stay and close to wineries and area attractions!"

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

6/10 Okay

"The checkin was easy. Staff were very nice. It was odd no one was ever at the front desk, but then showed up. 2 floors but no elevator. No body wash dispenser in shower ( had shampoo, conditioner, and lotion dispensers). The fridge and microwave in the room were old but functional. The alarm clock with outlets was broken and needed replaced. The outlet at the desk dislodged easily. Floor lamp fell apart when moving. The shades for the windows were pull chains and were difficult to use. The room just needed updating and some TLC. The paint job was Sloppy. However the beds were nice, sheets and towels were clean. Floor was clean. Continental breakfadt was just ok. The same thing both days. My suggestion is to have a place for a free snack center ( not a vending machine) with a water dispenser filled at all times. Could not even have any water at breakfast. It was oj, apple juice or coffee only. The tables rocked while eating and needed fixed. The whole place just needed some extra love. We parked out the back door and ended up being next to the employee smoke table and laundry exhaust. That was not fun either. Based on this experience, Quality Inn would not be our first choice. Would rather pay a little more per night if possible to have a better experience overall."

Riveredge Resort

4/10 Poor

"The Riveredge property is very dated, and in need of maintenance. A few specific items: clear packing tape used to close carpet seams throughout the building; poorly outfitted fitness center; in our room, a window that had fallen out of the track, and a sliding closet door that also out of track. Bed was uncomfortable. A bright spot: the Windows restaurant for breakfast. Overall, we were disappointed enough to cut our 6-day stay to 3."

Nest Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this small, cozy and quiet motel. Easy to get to and convenient to places in Watertown, NY. Owner is doing renovation to the motel but it does not affect the rooms he is renting out. Room and bathroom were clean and the king size bed extremely comfortable with quality linens. Price was very reasonable and will definitely stay there again on future trips"

Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very comfortable with good AC in the room and WIFI throughout. You could tell that the hotel had seen better days, i.e dated lobby area, pool was broken and link to restaurant was no longer useable since Denny's was closed. The breakfast was very adequate, with some hot food and good waffle makers. The room was modern in some ways but the bathroom especially the toilet was not user friendly, too low to the ground for seniors."

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Watertown Motels information

Number of reviews	1,837
Accommodation	11 Motels
Lowest Price	NT$2,107
Highest Price	NT$4,326

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watertown?

If you're not able to find a motel in Watertown, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 40 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

What is a motel?

At most motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Watertown?

Travel Inn: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Lake Ontario and Fort Drum. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Nest Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of Fort Drum. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown: Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Lake Ontario and Fort Drum. Allen's Budget Motel: It's located within a short 7-minute drive of Fort Drum. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free wired internet. Royal Inn Motel: Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Fort Drum. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

How many motels will I be able to find in Watertown?

Expedia has 6 affordable motels in Watertown.

What can I do in Watertown?

In this historical area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Thompson Park, Black River, and Kostyk Field. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include New York State Zoo at Thompson Park and Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York. To learn more about local history, take some time at Jefferson County Historical Society and Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Salmon Run Mall, Fort Drum, and Regal Salmon Run.

What's the weather like in Watertown?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Watertown to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 26°F. The snowiest months in Watertown are January, February, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 18 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Watertown when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Watertown to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is 38 mi (61.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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