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Mother Earth Motor Lodge

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Outdoor pool
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Living area
Courtyard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan

Explore the area

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501 N Herritage St, Kinston, NC, 28501
  • Place, Mother Earth Brewing
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Neuseway Nature Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, CSS Neuse II
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Living area

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Neuseway Nature Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • CSS Neuse II - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grainger Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kinston Music Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Amoco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Villa - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mother Earth Motor Lodge

Family-friendly motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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. 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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

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.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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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 12 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Earth Motor Lodge on 13 Jan 2026 start from NZ$192.96, 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. 555 out of 678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 678 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

LuShorn

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

Corky & Quaint

Room was clean & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in town to visit Mother Earth Brewing. Easy walk from the motel to the brewery. The motel was clean and comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were highly satisfied with our stay! We were in town for a softball tournament and if we are ever in the area in the future this will be our goto place for lodging! The design of the rooms took me back to my childhood! The pool/activity area is amazing and wish we would've had time to enjoy it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAsOn

Awesome place!! We stayed for my daughter’s softball tournament and loved it. The bed was super comfortable and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chontelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan, Wilmintion

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything cost extra to do at the resort as far as amenities the staff is really incompetent everything I asked it was I will have to call my manager all my managers has to make the decision and the manager was not even there so everything was a no
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was great. Had a little fire on a tree outside our room first night but everything was taken care of quickly, quietly and professionally.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kezia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another great stop over in Kinston.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleased with the property. Very nice courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro Mid-Century hotel in the heart of downtown Kinston.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025