The Anchor Inn and Marina

2.5 star property
Riverwalk motel with free breakfast and nightclub

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
Desk
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Watkins Glen

At The Anchor Inn and Marina you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from The Tasting Room and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Seneca Harbor. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a nightclub. .The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this Watkins Glen motel, you'll find Watkins Glen State Park.

What's nearby

  • Seneca Harbor - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • The Tasting Room - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 10 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Cornell University - 43 min drive - 53.1 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pudgies Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Anchor Inn and Marina

Riverwalk motel with free breakfast and nightclub
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Anchor Inn and Marina. Free self parking is available.

This Watkins Glen motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Anchor Inn and Marina offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a USD 25 deposit
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 deposit: USD 25
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Anchor Inn Watkins Glen
Anchor Watkins Glen
The Anchor Inn Marina
The Anchor Marina Watkins Glen
The Anchor Inn and Marina Motel
The Anchor Inn and Marina Watkins Glen
The Anchor Inn and Marina Motel Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Anchor Inn and Marina?

The Anchor Inn and Marina offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Anchor Inn and Marina?

Yep, The Anchor Inn and Marina has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Anchor Inn and Marina?

The closest beach to The Anchor Inn and Marina is Watkins Glen Beach (2.6 km).

What makes The Anchor Inn and Marina a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Anchor Inn and Marina.

Does The Anchor Inn and Marina serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental breakfast is available at The Anchor Inn and Marina.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Anchor Inn and Marina?

No, The Anchor Inn and Marina does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Anchor Inn and Marina?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Anchor Inn and Marina?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Anchor Inn and Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 430 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Nice stay, close to what I needed ,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Denise

Liked: Staff & service
Staff friendly. People outside their room on shared balcony conversing “loudly” until I called office at 10:15 pm. They continued arguing in their room until I called at 11:15 pm. No sleep. In lobby it sat quiet hours were from 9pm-7am. That should be posted in balcony and in rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stev

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Motel stay for one night

Clean basic room. Unfortunately being right on the road we were disturbed by traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I nice motel overlooking the lake , just a 5 minute drive from downtown. Easy to get to Tiki bar was just a walk down the hill to sit lakeside for lunch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lenore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Manchester

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Comfortable bed. Short walk to the lake with our dog. Overall, a good stay except for another guest chain-smoking cigarettes on the deck outside our room. We, along with several other guests enjoying the view, got up and left. We had to keep our sliding door closed, it smelled so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Highland Lakes

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

GLENN

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

8/10 Good

Jasmin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place is ok. There is some on-going construction around the property. I would not depend on their ‘breakfast’. It includes muffins, oranges, and bananas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JUDITH A.

Liked: Staff & service
Smell of air freshener was a bit strong.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view was great of Seneca lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

It was comfortable.

The condition of the bathroom is deteriating. The cold water in the sink sprays out from the handle when turned on, and the shower walls are comming loose allowing for water to possibly get behind them. Near the toilet i recognized this.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

6/10 Okay

Daniela Camacho

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the lake from the room was outstanding.It was so pleasant to sit on the balcony and enjoy our morning coffee. We were in Watkins Glen for Captain Bobs Dinner Cruise which was just a short ride away I would definitly recommend a stay at this hotel. Very basic but adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice location with beautiful view. Just a bit difficult to walk up and down due to the steep hill. The Tiki bar had excellent service and food, but not good for anyone with mobility issues. The water pressure was low too. But would still stay here again because of the comfortable beds and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful view of the lake .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the hotel at the last minute after "checking in and then out" at a previous location-see review :( Friendly staff, great location and gorgeous sunrise view from my balcony. Will definitely be back!
This was literally the first thing I saw when I opened my curtain to look outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent veiws
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, nice view but doesn’t set on the water as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025