Name: Royal Inn Motel
Address: 25791 Route 37, Watertown, New York, United States of America, Watertown, New York, US
Price range: $64–$74 per night
Rating: 6.87

What guests think

Travellers describe Royal Inn Motel as a basic, budget stop with generally clean rooms, modest upkeep, and a location handy to I-81 and Watertown, though impressions of the setting and vibe vary.

Rooms are older and simple; comfort is hit-or-miss with some firm or noisy beds, thin soundproofing, and minor quirks like tricky showers, curtain gaps, or sinks outside the bathroom. Service feedback is mixed, ranging from kind, accommodating owners and easy check-ins to occasional rudeness, billing disputes, or refund issues. Amenities are limited: common in-room fridges and microwaves, pet-friendly with a nightly fee, but no breakfast and frequent mentions of no coffee or toiletries. Overall, expect a no-frills, affordable overnight stay.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with in-room fridges and microwaves mentioned frequently. The property is pet-friendly but multiple guests note a nightly per pet fee around $25-$30.

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David

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owner wanted $30 per dog, I have two. This is an exorbitant fee. I wont bd back.

10

Sean

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were clean and affordable, had a microwave and mini fridge. only downside was the lobby smells weird but the rooms were fine :)

6

Angelina

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

High fee for dog.

6

Harold

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

An older hotel but still in decent condition. Was clean and check in literally took ten seconds. Ample safe parking. Only complaint was the access to the hotel from I-81 north. Getting to the hotel, I was routed three or four miles away because there is no exit ramp close to the hotel which is 1/2 mile from the highway at most. Getting on I-81 south was a piece of cake because there is an entrance ramp close to the hotel. Overall a good place to rest your head for a night.

10

Katherine

Jul 3, 2023

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This motel brings back memories for me. My parents stayed here when we were stationed at Fort Drum. So, it was familiar. Unfortunately the area hasn’t grown at all, and this place needs an upgrade, but that is not a negative for my stay here. The staff is lovely, and incredibly welcoming. I needed a first floor room, and they were happy to oblige. The room was clean and comfortable - fridge, microwave, better cable than we have at home, and Wi-Fi. Also, when most of the larger corporate properties are no longer providing room service every day, they are. It was nice coming back to a tidy room.

6

Gary

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Found some dust in room. No wash clothes or towels. Pet friendly, but $25 up charge.

10

VIOLA

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a day before reservation. The place is about 1 1/2 miles straight drive from Interstate 81. Two gas station/convenience stores, Dunkin Donuts, a nice, small country style restaurant called Longways. I enjoyed their real food breakfast. The facility itself is old but in pretty good shape IMO. About $80/night, pets accepted with a $25/night, per pet fee. Other available places a ways from here about $300/night, no pets allowed. The shower handle was difficult until I figured it out. Ask for extra towels if you are use to huge fluffy ones. It has the very basic needs and was an affordable, short notice find.

10

David E.

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cheap no frills place with friendly service. If your like me and would rather spend your money on activities and food instead of a room where all you do is sleep, then this place is perfect for that. Room had fridge and microwave but if you need more amenities then recommend finding another hotel.

10

Martin

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean affordable inexpensive room Chair and table in room.big tv.

10

Melody

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Royal Inn is a basic hotel. My room had an air conditioner, tv, small table, 2 chairs, queen bed, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer and towels. It was very clean. I stayed one night on my way to another destination. I arrived after midnight so I rang a doorbell for service and a nice gentleman came to the desk to help me. Not a bad place at all. Plenty of parking. Quiet and reasonable price. I have zero complaints.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean and tidy, sometimes with daily service. Others reported issues like dust, stained or dirty towels, leftover soap, odors, and general wear, indicating inconsistent housekeeping and maintenance.

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10

Breana

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice and clean place. The accommodations are what I needed. Room was clean and comfy.

8

Kenneth

Aug 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A quick overnight stay, price was right. Room, bed, and bathroom were clean. It is an old building though, and there isn’t much soundproofing between rooms.

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Susan

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were upset to see dust webs in the ceiling corners and someone else’s half used bar of soap was in the tub. I didn’t realize that they had regulars living there, and they were noisy and knocked on doors early 6:30 ish in the morning! The room was non smoking but smelled like it had been smoked in , maybe person next door was smoking, ugh. We didn’t feel very safe there.

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Ashley

Sep 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I booked this place after seeing the high rating. Not sure how it got that rating but it did not meet my expectations. Dirty and run down.

6

Kent

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was helpful, room was clean. Missing light bulb in the bathroom, no hand towels, towels were very stained, no shampoo, no kleenex, no lotion, no in-room coffee, no coffee or breakfast, blankets had holes, no place to hang bath towels, no iron or ironing board, and i think I'll stop there. It's a decent place and even with all it lacks, for the price I'd stay again, I'll just be more prepared next time.

10

Stephanie

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Simple and clean

10

Ruth

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Royal Inn Motel was an awesome experience. It was very clean and quiet. We would stay there again. Thank you to the staff.

6

Gary

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Found some dust in room. No wash clothes or towels. Pet friendly, but $25 up charge.

10

Martin

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean affordable inexpensive room Chair and table in room.big tv.

2

Kayla

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty towels, filthy bathroom floor, hair behind bathroom door.

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Rooms

Rooms are older and simple; comfort varies with several mentions of firm or uncomfortable beds, limited soundproofing, small rooms, and quirks like tricky showers, curtain gaps, or a sink outside the bathroom.

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Paul

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The desk clerk tried to charge a $50 fee for our dog (a beagle). After haggling we still had to pay $30, and only agreed because it was 8pm and raining hard. Otherwise we would have gone elsewhere. The beds were hard.

8

Kenneth

Aug 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A quick overnight stay, price was right. Room, bed, and bathroom were clean. It is an old building though, and there isn’t much soundproofing between rooms.

8

Johnathan

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dated and basic but clean and everything worked. For the price, you really can't complain. I would stay here again.

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John

Sep 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The shower took time to figure out, particularly since the water had to run a long time (tap over sink as well as shower) before the water got warm. Also, I couldn't get the window curtains to close completely; something about their shape always put a space between them, so that I couldn't get complete privacy unless I turned the lights out. Otherwise, everything just fine. I'll probably be back in a couple of months. --John Sinclair

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John

Nov 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The shower takes a long time to get hot, and in room 106 it's impossible to make the curtains stay joined, and therefore a person passing on the sidewalk could easily look in through the unavoidable gap between them.

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Birgitt

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No way to make coffee. Matress was to firm. Was clean andcomfortable. Lived to be able to check in late in the evening.

4

Diana

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Honestly, when I arrived at this motel.. I immediately wanted to leave. I just got a very weird vibe from the place. I was so surprised it got such good reviews. There were some very odd people hanging around the place.. I felt very uncomfortable and unsafe. Then I got into my room and felt so claustrophobic. It was a tiny room. Some guys were giving each other a haircut outside, and I think people also live there. Such a strange place and vibe. I would never stay there again!! It's also in such a weird location.. right on an intersection. Yikes!!!!

6

Joseph

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sink wasn't walled in with bath tub and toilet ,check in was at 2:pm not 11:am and public rest room in lobby will come back if changes are made

4

Anthony

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The accommodations were sparse. The bed and pillows were uncomfortable. There weren't any complimentary items in the bathroom like soap or shampoo. There isn't a coffee maker or breakfast. The TV and AC units worked but not very well.

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Philippe

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This little independent owned motel is well situated near I81. It is ok for travellers wanting affordable night with AC, hot water, fridge etc. the negative aspects are the bed that are very uncomfortable, the worst I've slept on with noisy springs. Finally, let's be honest for 79 US $ it did the job in accordance with our expectations.

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Service

Service is mixed: numerous reviews praise friendly, helpful staff and easy check-in, while others cite unfriendly interactions, overcharging or pet-fee disputes, and problems resolving refunds or reservations.

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Paul

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The desk clerk tried to charge a $50 fee for our dog (a beagle). After haggling we still had to pay $30, and only agreed because it was 8pm and raining hard. Otherwise we would have gone elsewhere. The beds were hard.

2

James

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Horrible owners

10

Cynthia C.

Aug 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a wonderful, family-owned motel. They do everything themselves! The rooms are bright & cheerful, always super clean, & the housekeeping service is phenomenal. These are fantastic folks. We stay here whenever we are in the Watertown area for the best hotel experiences--a few times a year--& are always sad if they are sold out. We always suggest this motel to friends who need a room in the Watertown area!

8

Barbara

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and quiet. No complimentary shampoo/conditioner/lotion. Check-in wasn’t great. Person was confused about reservation and tried to charge more than booked price. Called assistant who straightened it out. Overall, I would book again. This was our 2nd stay at this location. 1st time was great.

8

Mamady

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service and excellent customer service

10

Patricia

May 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is my dad and I’s third year staying here, it’s been great each time! Friendly staff and easy check-in/check-out process!

10

Kim

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was good, staff are accomodating. Reasonable price, clean and comfortable

10

Jonnathon

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old, and broken light in the room. But the customer service made up for any short falls. Would definitely book again

6

Stephen

Sep 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Motel was exellent Very happy with the room..I needed a ground floor room because my dog could not walk up steps and they had that for me. But I paid for 2 nights beause my dog was having surgery and was only supposed to stay one night. As it turned out she needs to stay for a week so I did not need the seond night stay. Said they would refund be but did not Very disappointed

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Wayne

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was not very friendly. Room was not stocked with toilet paper and beds are very noisy

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Location

Convenient to I-81, Watertown, and Fort Drum with nearby diners and gas stations; some guests found it quiet. A few disliked the setting at an intersection or noted awkward highway access and a less appealing vibe.

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Brad

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good, clean, no-frills motel for those on a budget. Close to Watertown shopping/dining options and convenient to all Thousand Island attractions.

8

Susan

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property was out in the country so that made it quiet. The only issue was that we lost power in the middle of the night so was unable to take a shower in the morning.

10

John

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great budget hotel not far from downtown Watertown.

4

Diana

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Honestly, when I arrived at this motel.. I immediately wanted to leave. I just got a very weird vibe from the place. I was so surprised it got such good reviews. There were some very odd people hanging around the place.. I felt very uncomfortable and unsafe. Then I got into my room and felt so claustrophobic. It was a tiny room. Some guys were giving each other a haircut outside, and I think people also live there. Such a strange place and vibe. I would never stay there again!! It's also in such a weird location.. right on an intersection. Yikes!!!!

8

Joseph

May 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice spot. Close to a diner, which was good.

6

Daniel

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Horrible location but low cost, so served it's purpose!

6

Harold

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

An older hotel but still in decent condition. Was clean and check in literally took ten seconds. Ample safe parking. Only complaint was the access to the hotel from I-81 north. Getting to the hotel, I was routed three or four miles away because there is no exit ramp close to the hotel which is 1/2 mile from the highway at most. Getting on I-81 south was a piece of cake because there is an entrance ramp close to the hotel. Overall a good place to rest your head for a night.

10

VIOLA

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a day before reservation. The place is about 1 1/2 miles straight drive from Interstate 81. Two gas station/convenience stores, Dunkin Donuts, a nice, small country style restaurant called Longways. I enjoyed their real food breakfast. The facility itself is old but in pretty good shape IMO. About $80/night, pets accepted with a $25/night, per pet fee. Other available places a ways from here about $300/night, no pets allowed. The shower handle was difficult until I figured it out. Ask for extra towels if you are use to huge fluffy ones. It has the very basic needs and was an affordable, short notice find.

10

Melody

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Royal Inn is a basic hotel. My room had an air conditioner, tv, small table, 2 chairs, queen bed, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer and towels. It was very clean. I stayed one night on my way to another destination. I arrived after midnight so I rang a doorbell for service and a nice gentleman came to the desk to help me. Not a bad place at all. Plenty of parking. Quiet and reasonable price. I have zero complaints.

10

Nicholas

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Exceptionally clean. Great price. Great location for going to Fort Drum.

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Dining

Repeated comments note no breakfast and often no coffee available. Several guests relied on nearby diners or restaurants instead.

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Brad

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good, clean, no-frills motel for those on a budget. Close to Watertown shopping/dining options and convenient to all Thousand Island attractions.

6

Kent

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was helpful, room was clean. Missing light bulb in the bathroom, no hand towels, towels were very stained, no shampoo, no kleenex, no lotion, no in-room coffee, no coffee or breakfast, blankets had holes, no place to hang bath towels, no iron or ironing board, and i think I'll stop there. It's a decent place and even with all it lacks, for the price I'd stay again, I'll just be more prepared next time.

10

william

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A clean bed and decent room at a reasonable rate. No shampoo or coffee.

4

George

Jun 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No coffee. No shampoo. No tissues. Tiny soaps. Limited TV, no networks.

8

Joseph

May 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice spot. Close to a diner, which was good.

10

VIOLA

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a day before reservation. The place is about 1 1/2 miles straight drive from Interstate 81. Two gas station/convenience stores, Dunkin Donuts, a nice, small country style restaurant called Longways. I enjoyed their real food breakfast. The facility itself is old but in pretty good shape IMO. About $80/night, pets accepted with a $25/night, per pet fee. Other available places a ways from here about $300/night, no pets allowed. The shower handle was difficult until I figured it out. Ask for extra towels if you are use to huge fluffy ones. It has the very basic needs and was an affordable, short notice find.

8

Virginia

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property was basic and comfortable. What would’ve made it a bit better that for the same price there was coffee.

4

Tarrah

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It says it offers a full breakfast it does not !!! And the hotel has no atm ,no game room for kids. But good for a one night stay.

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Month	Average price
January	$54
February	$55
March	$54
April	$57
May	$65
June	$65
July	$69
August	$69
September	$61
October	$53
November	$54
December	$53

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