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Watergate Motor Inn

Simple motel with lake views, free parking, and Wi-Fi in Croton-On-Hudson. Near Bear Mountain State Park and top Hudson Valley attractions.

81 Furnace Dock Rd, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520, United States View on map
5/10
Average Based on 56 recent guest reviews
Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced stay with basic comforts and areas for improvement

Guests appreciate the convenient location and lake views but note the dated condition of the property. This motel works well for short stays focused on nearby attractions and practical needs.

Guests often praise

  • Convenient location near Bear Mountain State Park and other outdoor activities
  • Lake views available from the property
  • Free parking and air conditioning add to the basic comforts

Worth knowing

  • Rooms and buildings are outdated and in need of maintenance and upgrades
  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pool facilities
  • No airport shuttle service available
  • Wi-Fi is offered but no additional modern amenities expected at higher-rated hotels

Best for

  • Visitors looking for affordable, straightforward lodging for quick stops
  • Travelers prioritizing access to outdoor recreation and sightseeing
  • Guests who need simple rooms with basic amenities like minifridges
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About this property

Welcome to Watergate Motor Inn

Watergate Motor Inn is a straightforward motel located along Furnace Dock Road in Croton-On-Hudson, offering simple accommodations set in nine separate buildings. Guests can enjoy lake views from the property, with rooms equipped with basic amenities such as minifridges and air conditioning, making it suitable for travelers seeking practical overnight stays rather than luxury.

The inn provides essential services like Wi-Fi and free parking, but it does not have on-site dining, a fitness center, pool, or airport shuttle. Its modest facilities reflect its 2.5-star rating and the mixed reviews it receives; some guests note that the property could benefit from updates and maintenance, citing outdated décor and needed improvements.

Positioned conveniently for visitors interested in outdoor activities and sightseeing, the motel is near Bear Mountain State Park, Bear Mountain, and the seasonal Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze event. These attractions offer hiking, picnicking, fishing, and other recreational opportunities, making the location appealing for nature enthusiasts and those passing through the Hudson Valley region.

Access to major airports like John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, and LaGuardia is within roughly an hour’s drive, providing reasonable connectivity for guests arriving by air. Nearby lodging alternatives include higher-rated options such as Holiday Inn Express & Suites Peekskill and The Abbey Inn & Spa, giving travelers some choices depending on comfort and amenity preferences.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

TE
Trixie Edwards Mar 19, 2026
10

It's a nice place to stay for the night it could use a upgrade everything is outdated and needs paint and improvement.

DV
Demitrios Vlahakis Dec 29, 2025
10

I only went to pick up a customer but it seems somewhere very pleasant.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Watergate Motor Inn

Croton-On-Hudson, New York, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Cortlandt 35 min Walk
  • Croton-Harmon 1 hr 23 Walk
  • Albany Post Rd @ Furnace Dock Rd 1 min Walk
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 6 Car · 2 hr 24 Transit
  • Newark Liberty International Airport 1 hr 10 Car · 2 hr 6 Transit
  • LaGuardia Airport 55 min Car · 2 hr 8 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in New York. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Bear Mountain State Park 15,921 reviews

Bear Mountain State Park

3006 Seven Lakes Drive, Tomkins Cove, NY 10986, United States

4.7 · State Park
The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze: Hudson Valley 1,914 reviews

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze: Hudson Valley

525 S Riverside Ave, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520, United States

4.6 · Museum
Bear Mountain 724 reviews

Bear Mountain

Highlands, NY 10986, United States

4.7 · Mountain Peak
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