Seneca Lake is one of Upstate New York's Finger Lakes, where many tourists enjoy boating, fishing, wine tasting and other outdoor activities. When it comes to accommodations, the hotels and motels on the lake's shoreline are especially popular. In fact, many of the accommodations are priced reasonably, which allows guests to spend more money on the activities Seneca Lake has to offer.
The Ramada in Geneva is on the northern shores of Seneca Lake, less than two miles from Seneca Lake Park. This lakefront park provides hiking and cycling trails. Some of the amenities at Ramada include a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, laundromat and an on-site restaurant, Pier House, with indoor and outdoor seating. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra fee. Guest rooms feature cable television and high-speed Internet. As of summer 2010, room rates start at $130 per night.
Ramada Geneva Lakefront
41 Lakefront Dr.
Geneva, NY 14456
315-789-0400
ramada.com
Located in Himrod, New York, the Showboat Motel is a lakefront establishment on the central shore of Seneca Lake. The amenities include boating and fishing docks on the lake, an outdoor swimming pool and parking spaces for RVs. The motel's on-site restaurant has indoor and outdoor patio seating, as well as a full-service bar. The guest rooms have queen-size beds, satellite television and private balconies. Some of the rooms face the lake, while others are poolside. As of summer 2010, room rates start at $50 per night.
The Showboat Motel & Restaurant
3434 N. Plum Point Rd.
Himrod, NY 14842
607-243-7434
showboat-motel.com
The Hampton Inn in Geneva is on the northern shores of Seneca Lake, a 10-minute drive from the 18-hole course at the Seneca Country Club. Hotel amenities include a business center with fax services, laundromat, indoor swimming pool, complimentary continental breakfast and fitness center. All of the guest rooms are non-smoking. Each of the 55 guest rooms has a king- or queen-size bed and cable television, and some of the rooms have sleeper sofas. As of summer 2010, the room rates start at $142 per night.
Hampton Inn Geneva
43 Lake St.
Geneva, NY 14456
315-781-2035
hamptoninn1.hilton.com
Rainbow Cove Motel in Himrod has been open since 1953 and is on the central shores of Seneca Lake. Boat ramps and slips are available. Other amenities at the motel include an outdoor swimming pool, recreation center with game room, fishing docks and an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pets are allowed to stay for an extra fee. The guest rooms have cable television, queen-size beds, balconies and private bathrooms. As of summer 2010, room rates start at $77 per night.
Rainbow Cove Motel & Restaurant
3482 Plum Point Rd.
Himrod, NY 14842
607-243-7535
rainbowcoveresort.com
The Glen Motor Inn is in Watkins Glen on the southern shores of Seneca Lake. This hotel is a 10-minute drive from hiking and cycling activities at Sugar Hill State Forest and a 5-minute drive from car-racing events at the Watkins Glens International Speedway. The amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi and an on-site Italian restaurant, Montage. The guest rooms have double-size beds, private bathrooms and televisions. As of summer 2010, room rates start at $115 per night.
Glen Motor Inn
3380 State Rte. 14
Watkins Glen, NY 14891
607-535-2706
glenmotorinn.com
