10 Best Motels in Clayton: Find Cheap Motels in Clayton, NY 2026

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West Winds Motel & Cottages : Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Lake Ontario. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Wooden Boat Inn : Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Lake Ontario.

Clayton, NY, USA - 02-09-2025: Winter aerial image Clayton, NY along a frozen St Lawrence River

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2-BR Riverfront (Top Floor) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

West Winds Motel & Cottages

Clayton

Nancy

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

2 May - 3 May

Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Allen's Budget Motel

Watertown

Randall

AED 236 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Apr - 10 Apr

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | TV

Nest Inn

Watertown

Benjamin

AED 187 total

includes taxes & fees

1 May - 2 May

Royal Inn Motel

Watertown

Kevin

AED 232 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Apr - 10 Apr

Indoor pool, open 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Watertown

Lars

AED 188 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Apr - 10 Apr

Travel Inn

Watertown

Karen

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Apr - 10 Apr

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Top Clayton Hotel Reviews

Riveredge Resort

8/10 Good

"Realize it was before season kicks in so my expectations are always pretty reserved. Everything was fine. But, info suggest an upgrade or I should say new linens should be a must for the to do list! I always stay there so I know what to expect."

1000 Islands Harbor Hotel

4/10 Poor

"A disappointing experience. For my one night stay at this "luxury destination property", I was given a handicap accessible room with a toilet that mostly wouldn't flush. At checkout, I asked the clerk if all the rooms at the hotel were accessible. She replied "No. But when our bookings fill up, we have to use the accesible rooms." It was off season and the hotel was practically deserted. I came away thinking they didn't much care for guests taking advantage of their low season rates and that they went out of their way to provide me with inferior accommodations."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We visit this area regularly and this is the hotel we return to. Staff are wonderful, rooms are clean & comfortable and the breakfast is always good. We don’t use the pool but it looks nice. We will stay here again in the future. "

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Clayton?

If you're not able to find a motel in Clayton, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 118 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

What are motels like?

When you stay at a motel, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Clayton?

West Winds Motel & Cottages: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Lake Ontario. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Wooden Boat Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Lake Ontario.

What can I do in Clayton?

Those who've visited Clayton like the riverfront. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Ontario, Grenell Island, and Blind Bay. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Gananoque Boat Line, Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts, and Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese, The Clayton Opera House, and Clayton Marina.

What's the weather like in Clayton?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Clayton to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 26°F. The snowiest months in Clayton are January, February, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 18 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Clayton when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Clayton to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is located 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is 25.4 mi (40.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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