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Mother Earth Motor Lodge

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Two red chairs in front of a colorful map mural with 'Welcome to Downtown Kinston NC' text.
A mini-golf course with multiple green and red holes, a tennis court, and a ping pong table.
A swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with large windows in the background.
A modern living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and a red chair.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Business services
The current price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Explore the area

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501 N Herritage St, Kinston, NC, 28501
  • Place, Mother Earth Brewing
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, CSS Neuse II
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grainger Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

A modern living room with a TV, sofa, coffee table, and a red chair.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a trash bin, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a vibrant zigzag patterned bedspread, wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kinston

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Kinston awaits you at Mother Earth Motor Lodge. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Mother Earth Brewing and CSS Neuse II. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a children's swimming pool, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Kinston motel include Neuseway Nature Park and Grainger Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Mother Earth Brewing - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • CSS Neuse II - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Neuseway Nature Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grainger Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kinston Music Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Biscuitville - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mother Earth Motor Lodge

Mother Earth Motor Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Mother Earth Motor Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kinston motel.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1963
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Mother Earth Motor Lodge offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1963
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Mother Earth Motor Lodge Kinston
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Mother Earth Motor
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Mother Earth Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Earth Motor Lodge on 13 Oct 2026 start from NZ$201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Yep, Mother Earth Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Mother Earth Motor Lodge have a pool?

Mother Earth Motor Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Is Mother Earth Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, on-site mini golf and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Mother Earth Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Mother Earth Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer at Mother Earth Motor Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

No, Mother Earth Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Mother Earth Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 672 out of 809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 809 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff, beautiful pool, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our favorite place to stop! So clean and nicest staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was great. It was clean and check-in was so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Definitely staying again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great retro motel. We love the location and this is the best value in Kinston.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, reasonably priced, fun restored hotel! Have stayed several times. Front desk people couldn't be kinder!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quaint Retro inspired motel.. friendly staff great location to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Feels like you on a small vacation
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It's a nice property with lots of amenities. Enjoyed our time there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The suite was very clean and spacious. The decor is so fun, and the pool was amazing and relaxing after a long day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was awesome. The ambience was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean motel. Very family oriented
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fun place to say in good location for walking to food and nightlife. Had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome, friendly helpful staff. Great AC. The area is slowly being gentrified and this place is a shining star from that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a great retro motel! All the decorations were reminiscent of the 70s but in a super cool way. The rooms were simple bit modern. We loved this place! It was like stepping back in time when everything was just a bit simpler, more relaxed, and all around better! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our 2nd stay was just as great as the first. Had some time to enjoy the pool this time. Everything was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is my favorite hotel experience I've ever had!!! The place is so cute, clean, kept up very well, super friendly staff, and awesome amenities! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean. Staff was friendly. Pool is nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute and unique hotel. We had a great time. Wish we had more time to enjoy the pool and other amenities. Room was very comfortable and decorated so retro! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was so kind and thoughtful! Pool area is great. Lots of character!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute 70s themed motel! Rooms were clean and amenities were satisfactory. Staff were friendly, and the hotel is a 5-6 minute walk to some excellent restaurants and a local brewery.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great!! Clean, very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a beautiful stay. The lobby was authenticly what they have in thier photos. The pool was beautifully kept and the room was perfect for our best friend weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026