415 reviews
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$3003425 Salt Point Road, Watkins Glen, 14891, New York, United States
415 reviews
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Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Welcome to The Anchor Inn, a cozy 2-star motel located at 3425 Salt Point Road in Watkins Glen, New York. Just 1.4mi from the city center, this charming inn offers a lakeside retreat with beautiful views and a range of amenities for a comfortable stay.
With 415 reviews, guests rave about The Anchor Inn's pet-friendly policy (with extra charges) and free private parking. The motel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and free toiletries for a hassle-free experience. Enjoy water sports facilities on-site, a bar, restaurant, and even a picnic area for a relaxing dining experience.
Wake up to a stunning lake view from your private balcony or terrace, and explore the beach and gardens. The Anchor Inn provides a peaceful escape with non-smoking rooms and a serene atmosphere. With its convenient location and array of amenities, The Anchor Inn is the perfect choice for your getaway to Watkins Glen.
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at the Tiki Bar and Grill located on-site at The Anchor Inn. Savor mouthwatering American cuisine while overlooking the serene lake. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely lunch or a romantic dinner, the restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying delicious meals throughout your stay. With delectable dishes and drinks, the Tiki Bar and Grill adds an extra touch of convenience and enjoyment to your lakeside retreat.
For your convenience, The Anchor Inn accepts major credit cards as payment methods, including Mastercard, Discover, and Visa. This makes settling your bill a breeze, allowing you to focus on enjoying your stay without any hassle. Cash is not accepted, ensuring a smooth check-in and check-out process. Feel at ease knowing that your payments are easily managed, leaving you more time to explore the beautiful surroundings and partake in the various activities offered at the inn.
Unwind in the comfortable and well-appointed rooms at The Anchor Inn, each offering unique features to enhance your stay. Whether you choose a room with a lake view, a private balcony, or opt for a family room, every accommodation is designed to provide a cozy retreat after a day of adventures. Wake up to the stunning views of the lake from your room, relax in the peaceful ambiance, and make the most of your getaway to Watkins Glen with the charming accommodations at The Anchor Inn.
Closest airports
Elmira/Corning Regional Airport
16.5miIthaca Tompkins Regional Airport
22.7miGreater Binghamton Airport
48.2miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Picnic area
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Family
1 Sofa Bed
2 Queen Size Beds
495 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Deluxe, Balcony
2 Queen Size Beds
300 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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King Room, Lake View
1 King Size Bed
300 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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King Room, Accessible, Single Use
1 King Size Bed
280 sqft
Lake view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Terrace
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King Room, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
Balcony
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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8.2
415 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Kay
8.2
May 2025
The Inn does not offer breakfast. They provide coffee, packaged Danish, some bananas and apples. The outside porch offers great views of the lake. The staff, especially Leslie, were friendly and courteous. Leslie responded right away to any concerns or questions.
I was surprised to find no hand soap in the bathroom. No small bottles of anything are offered. We went out to buy shampoo, shower soap, and hand soap for the bathroom. The incessant tractor-trailer traffic to and from US Salt during the day is annoying. Apparently we should have had some kind of signage to let staff know we needed linen change, cleaning, but we did not ever see the sign.
Hila
8.2
June 2025
The room was really clean, and had a beautiful view of the lake. The beds were really comfortable. The balcony was wonderful for watching the sunrise. The breakfast was enough to get you going - coffee, hostess cakes, fruit and juice boxes. The people running this facility (and their dog!) are wonderful and empathetic. We were allowed to check out late due to a personal emergency, and seeing how distraught I was, the manager even tried to get me to stay longer and just have a rest. In a world of "let's use AI for everything" a bit of human empathy really goes a long way.
Really the only point I could think that was negative - no coffee makers in the room. I like drinking coffee after 4 and that doesn't seem to be an accepted practice around Seneca lake :D easily solved by getting cold brew and storing it in the fridge.
Carol
8.2
July 2025
The view was spectacular and the balcony was a big bonus especially for morning coffee. Didn't matter that it was shared. The beds were really comfortable and the room temperature good. We were pretty early for check-in, but they said to come back in 30 minutes - just enough time to have an ice cream in the village! There is a railroad between the inn and the lake, but the infrequent trains don't run at night. The tiki bar on the lake was great too!
water pressure in the shower was kind of low
Anonymous
10
July 2025
Beautiful view of the lake from the balcony
Mattress was not very comfortable for us personally. When we came in the room and there were a few flies flying around but that could’ve been done because the sliding glass doors don’t have a screen and the last guests maybe had it open. Rooms not very well lit, need brighter bulbs. Wish the balcony was more closed off from the rest of the guests because it’s all open but the view makes up for it.
Ronald
8.2
May 2024
First of all, you are booking a 2 star rated motel, so keeping your expectations with that in mind, it was great. We stayed in a room with two beds. Room was quite spacious. It had a bar fridge and microwave. Man and lady there were friendly, view facing the lake was great, place was clean. Two chairs and table for us in the room, and table and two chairs on our balcony overlooking the lake. We sat out there with our drink. Coffee at breakfast was very good. Located about one mile from Watkins Glen gorge. We would stay there again.
The included continental breakfast was very minimal. Only white flour and sugar products.
Judie
9.1
November 2023
Location was good, steep driveway to get up to the motel. Weather could have been better than view of the lake would have been great.
There was no indication that the breakfast would be in office the next morning. We knew their restaurant had closed a week before we got there, but had booked prior to knowing that. Would have liked to have seen list of close restaurants since we don't like to drive after dark especially in places that are unknown to us. Ate at Elephant Thai, it was great and fairly easy to find. Was unable to check in until next morning when we were checking out; key was available in envelope in small lobby but no one around to ask questions. That's when we found out coffee and danish, etc were available inside lobby. Wouldn't have checked out so early, but we wanted coffee first thing in the am.
Stuart
8.2
July 2024
The location was good for us, the room had a great view and was very comfortable. Nice terrace overlooking the lake. The Tiki Bar was fantastic although steep steps to get down there. Thanks to Wayne for a ride back up the hill.
Unfortunately we had a long wait at reception due to another guest having difficulty paying. Also unfortunately when using the bathroom for the first time there was urine stains and hair under the seat. We explained this to the staff at reception, they apologised but didn't offer to send a cleaner or provide cleaning equipment.
Susan
10
November 2024
Our cottage overlooked the lake which even though it was not the best weather, we really enjoyed. The rooms were very nice and the kitchen had everything we needed. We especially liked the fact that there were TVs in each room
The very steep hill was a little hard to navigate and parking between the cottages was difficult but manageable. The water in the shower was messed up and we had to call the desk to figure out how to get hot water
Bruce
8.2
September 2024
Room was clean and comfortable, with nice balcony and view of the lake. Staff was friendly and helpful. We booked partly because it’s dog-friendly.
Parking needs to be rearranged, it was awkward trying to back out of a diagonal space to get to the only exit. Our room had a king bed but only one nightstand and lamp, not conducive for two people. Nice they offered free continental breakfast, and while coffee was ok, the choice of Hostess pastries was meh.
Donald
8.2
June 2024
A large room in a nice location by lake Seneca. Included two queen beds, a desk, a table, two chairs, and a couch. Also a microwave and a fridge. Less than a mile from town and restaurants. Everything was clean and well organized. Carpet was new, and there was a great, shared deck outside our room with a great view.
It's a well maintained, older Inn. The bathroom is small by today's standards, but very functional. Beds were firm for our taste.
Airports
Elmira/Corning Regional Airport
16.5miIthaca Tompkins Regional Airport
22.7miGreater Binghamton Airport
48.2miAirports
Elmira/Corning Regional Airport
16.5miIthaca Tompkins Regional Airport
22.7miGreater Binghamton Airport
48.2miAttractions
Cayuga Lake
17.7miGlenn H. Curtiss Museum
17.7miCorning Museum of Glass
19.3miFinger Lakes Region
19.7miRockwell Museum
19.7miTiki bar and grill
Cuisines
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Picnic area
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Activities
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Karaoke
Live music/Performance
Water sports facilities on site
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Bar
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Vending machine (drinks)
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
ATM on site
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
View
Lake view
View
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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This property does not accept cash.
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