Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out arrangements can be made by contacting the property at least 24 hours in advance.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Auburn, just a 3-minute drive from Skaneateles Lake and 8 minutes from Anyela's Vineyards. It is also 5.5 miles from Auburn Public Theater and 6.5 miles from Owasco Lake.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Specific operational hours are not provided.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Skaneateles Inn on 20

What guests think

Skaneateles Inn on 20 is an older, no‑frills roadside motel near Skaneateles where many guests report clean, comfortable basics, but recurring complaints cite weak or fluctuating water pressure, hot‑water problems, and a noticeable sulfur odor from the taps.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many rooms arrive tidy, yet several reviews describe dusty or dirty areas, odors, clogged drains, or pests. Service is frequently described as friendly and accommodating, but the office is often unstaffed, phones go unanswered, and housekeeping may be limited unless requested. The location is convenient to town and the lake, though some mention traffic noise, and opinions on value range from affordable to overpriced for the condition. Expect a simple, budget‑minded stay with variable upkeep.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic and the property is pet friendly. Few shared amenities are mentioned.

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10

Michele

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pet friendly. Comfortable and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.

10

Nanette

24 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Natural beauty here. Good old fashioned motel.

10

GARY

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

An old (pre-Thruway) motel that has been refurbished. Very convenient to the attractions of Skaneateles but far enough away to be quiet.

4

David

10 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

My room was thick with the smell of insecticide to the point I feel it was probably unhealthy. I stayed four nights and the room was not serviced once during that time. I asked the front desk lady during checkout who told me they would have serviced the room had I asked. Maybe that's standard in the post-COVID era, but I expect my room to be serviced at least every other day without having to ask. Otherwise, the room was fine. Kind of old, but everything worked, it was clean upon my arrival. Parking is convenient.

6

Jeffrey

24 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, friendly staff, the bed was comfortable, it was having the pool there, all in all nice place . The landscaping could use some work

8

Catherine

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The motel is good for the price and also it is pet friendly . The beds are comfortable and it is quiet to sleep. The area around the motel is beautiful with lots to do. There is some other nice amenities such as a larger room refrig and full size coffee maker. Good for one night and if you are on a budget.

8

Clarke

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No exercise facilities. Maps took us a remarkably circuitous route to get there.

4

Sue

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Location was good and sheets/bedding seemed clean. However, the property and room was in need of repairs. The door had a cheap (unsafe) lock, the toilet seat was broken, air conditioner was blowing air, but we could not regulate the temperature. We left our sign (please clean room) out when we left early in the morning and when we returned after 6 it hadn't been cleaned. I called the office and was told the housekeeper "couldn't read the signs" ? She did ask what we needed and brought down two towels and some soap. Our room never got cleaned the four days we were there. The pool was locked - so unable to use or sit by (dirty chairs and water anyway) although it was 85 degrees. We did find someone to unlock it later. Used water bottles in frig and dirty carpet and bathroom floor.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many guests found rooms clean, while others reported dirty or dusty areas, odors, clogged drains, and occasional pests.

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Daniel

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

After reading all of the positive reviews we were surprised to find all these issues with the room: -what appeared be blood stains on the bed sheets -shower didn’t work properly (hot water and water pressure) - bathroom was grimy with missing tile and missing door molding -slight odor in the room It’s nice to save money but it’s worth it to pay a little extra and stay in one of the nice properties in town (Packwood House, Arbor House, Sherwood Inn)

10

George

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I had business in Skaneateles and found the motel to be just what we needed for a simple overnight stay - clean, comfortable, convenient location at a reasonable price! The “check in” was very easy and the family that runs it was very friendly and helpful - even when I lost my room key! Thank you! We’d stay there again! 👍

4

David

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If I would pay 80-90$ per night then fine, I would know what to expect. But I paid 199$. I expected descent conditions. The place was dirty, dust on the floor. The smell in the room was horrible - strong cheap perfume, probably from the laundry. The water in the bathtub didn’t drain properly and left an unpleasant puddle around my feet during the shower. The photos on the website didn’t match the actual experience. Again — if I were paying $80–90, that’s what I would expect to get. But not for $200. True, it’s still relatively inexpensive, but it’s still $200 — and for that price you can deliver much more value. There were no available power outlets in the room — I had to move the bed just to find one. The old AC unit made an unpleasant noise. The tap water had a terrible taste; we didn’t drink it, of course, but even brushing our teeth with it was pretty shocking. One of the lamps was flickering like it was about to burn out, so I just turned it off. The toilet paper in the bathroom was whatever was left from the previous guest — a partially used roll. Not exactly pleasant. Bottom line, not the best experience...

6

Anne

25 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location near Skaneateles and Auburn. But had a layer of dust on nearly everything and someone else's hair in the bed sheets, tub and all over the bathroom. Poor water pressure provided in low-flow shower head.

2

Daniel

7 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are filthy, the mattresses were beat in the walls were paper thin.

10

Jacqueline

26 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet and clean. Bed and linens excellent. Bathroom was a little small but very clean and adequate. We will definitely stay again at this facility and recommend to our friends.

10

Ralph

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The cleanest motel I’ve ever been in! Although this is a very modest propriety that hasn’t been updated, it is well maintained and well attended to. Very affordable and well located. Support small businesses and independent properties!

10

Michael

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice people - easy check in and clean room.

2

William

16 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Got to the hotel after 4pm, had to knock on the door at least 3 times. Older gentleman came to the door and couldn’t find our reservation. He called his wife and they ended up putting us in a room behind the hotel. The room had obviously been just sprayed down with Febreeze (floors were still wet with Febreeze) as we found out why a half hour later. The water had a VERY heavy sulfur smell just like rotten eggs. We complained to the front desk and they placed us in a different room. The new room had dead bugs on the bathroom floor, tv wouldn’t work, window was cracked and the water still smelled like sulfur, just not as bad as the other room. Terrible experience

6

Patricia

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What I liked: price was reasonable/less than nearby towns; proximity to family events in Auburn was perfect; amenities (refrigerator, coffee pot, TV) were good; vintage bathroom was charming What I didn't like: no or inconsistent hot water in sink and shower; water had a 'funny' color (not clear and colorless); tub drain backed up immediately so must've been clogged with hair/other debris from previous guests

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and simple, with mixed bed comfort and occasional road noise; several guests still found them adequate for short stays.

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Michelle

27 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property is quite old and outdated. However, all the towels and linens were of nice quality and the bed was very comfortable. If you need a place to lay your head for the night and don’t want to spend a ton of money, this place will do.

6

Phil

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room a bit worn but clean Property was not well kept

8

Linda

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean but very outdated

4

Andrew

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Hard bed. Not much pressure in shower. TV didn’t work.

6

WENDY

24 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy to unload and load up the car. The highway was noisy but once you were in the room you couldn’t hear it. Didn’t like a the notes in the room about how to get rid of the garbage and how to get clean towels. Beds were not made,coffe maker wasn't cleaned and neither were our coffee mugs.

8

leslie

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I would describe this place as adequate. Certainly not upscale, but comfortable enough for a few nights. Not great water pressure, but the room was clean and the bed comfortable

10

Benjamin

21 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice little place. Kind of old but it was comfortable for a night.

6

Carol

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This motel is old and outdated. Staff was friendly and professional.

6

Erik

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked standard apartment which was spacious and comfortable but this property needs some improvements and modernization. Stayed for two nights with no fresh towels or housekeeping service. Hot water in shower was very difficult to control, either too cold or too hot. The bed was old and way too soft.

8

Deborah

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Good price. Loud roads but otherwise a good night sleep. Great for a rest after a long day traveling.

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Service

Staff are often friendly and accommodating, but the front office is frequently unstaffed and reaching assistance or getting routine housekeeping can be difficult.

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George

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I had business in Skaneateles and found the motel to be just what we needed for a simple overnight stay - clean, comfortable, convenient location at a reasonable price! The “check in” was very easy and the family that runs it was very friendly and helpful - even when I lost my room key! Thank you! We’d stay there again! 👍

6

Thekla

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very dated motor lodge located a close driving distance to the village of Skaneateles, the only perk. The office is not regularly staffed. Stayed in room 4...room was basically clean. The bed and pillows need be replaced, bathroom was clean but tub is old, did not use. I believe faucets are well water, I used only bottled water for drinking and teeth brushing. The Inn only provides 2 bottles, others were $1 a piece, honor system. This location was all that was available for a last minute booking.

4

philip

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Unable to easily contact front desk. Even their ring doorbell was ineffective. Trouble with hot water blend in the shower. Had to ask for fresh towels. Etc. Etc

2

Michelle

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I'm a solo traveler. At some point after I went to sleep a very loud gathering happened seemingly right outside my door. It was LOUD and when I tried to call the desk there was no answer. I felt incredibly unsafe as well as having my sleep interrupted to the point that I do not feel safe driving today

10

JACK

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

very nice personnel

6

Rebecca

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel was comfortable but bare-bones. The lobby was never open; we had to ring and call for service. Bathroom had no plugs/outlets, toilet handle was cracked. Beds were comfy and clean. Seemed overpriced for what we got.

6

Sandra

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old-fashioned facility, but clean and comfortable. Had no in-room phone. I couldn’t make the TV work; no way to call someone at 8 at night.

8

Lynne

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I got ill and the mgr refunded my last night’s stay. Comparing the inn to nearby places, it’s a place to rest for a reasonable amount of money and close to the lake.

8

James

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was arriving later than I thought and owner was very accomodating. The inn was very quiet and I got a nice night’s sleep. It is very reasonably priced.

4

Sue

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Location was good and sheets/bedding seemed clean. However, the property and room was in need of repairs. The door had a cheap (unsafe) lock, the toilet seat was broken, air conditioner was blowing air, but we could not regulate the temperature. We left our sign (please clean room) out when we left early in the morning and when we returned after 6 it hadn't been cleaned. I called the office and was told the housekeeper "couldn't read the signs" ? She did ask what we needed and brought down two towels and some soap. Our room never got cleaned the four days we were there. The pool was locked - so unable to use or sit by (dirty chairs and water anyway) although it was 85 degrees. We did find someone to unlock it later. Used water bottles in frig and dirty carpet and bathroom floor.

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Location

Convenient to Skaneateles, the lake, and Auburn; some guests noted traffic noise, while others found it quiet enough.

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George

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I had business in Skaneateles and found the motel to be just what we needed for a simple overnight stay - clean, comfortable, convenient location at a reasonable price! The “check in” was very easy and the family that runs it was very friendly and helpful - even when I lost my room key! Thank you! We’d stay there again! 👍

8

Tim

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Older facility, but very convenient. Check-in was a breeze. Great location.

6

Amar

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was nice.

10

GARY

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

An old (pre-Thruway) motel that has been refurbished. Very convenient to the attractions of Skaneateles but far enough away to be quiet.

10

Jason

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We got the apt. Seemed clean, close enough to town to be convenient.

6

WENDY

24 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy to unload and load up the car. The highway was noisy but once you were in the room you couldn’t hear it. Didn’t like a the notes in the room about how to get rid of the garbage and how to get clean towels. Beds were not made,coffe maker wasn't cleaned and neither were our coffee mugs.

8

John

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very adequate - convenient to Skaneateles Lake

8

Lynne

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I got ill and the mgr refunded my last night’s stay. Comparing the inn to nearby places, it’s a place to rest for a reasonable amount of money and close to the lake.

8

Deborah

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Good price. Loud roads but otherwise a good night sleep. Great for a rest after a long day traveling.

8

Sean

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was conveneiently located to Skaneateles. Defintiely met my needs.

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Dining

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Cathy

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean however outdated and worn. Water pressure not the greatest. They provided a mini fridge, microwave, coffe pot and snack. The ground were well kept and the staff cordial

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Vinnie

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The beds were comfortable, the towels were clean, the lighting was ok. I did not like the water pressure, it was very low for both the sink and shower. Also, at some times, the water coming out of the faucet (not showerhead but bathtub faucet) was brown. And, at one point while showering the water shut off almost entirely for a couple seconds. This is more of a personal complaint but through Expedia it claims that bottled water is free but upon arrival water bottles are $1 (which isn't bad but they don't accept card and don't give change). Overall, I would probably stay here again because it was mostly quiet (apart from a noisy neighbor) and it was close to where I actually wanted to be in NY.

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Kelly

26 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I highly recommend This Inn. The refrigerator in the room was stocked with water and soda for a VERY minimal fee! So very worth it for convenience. The staff was so welcoming. The location is very close to all there is in town

8

Catherine

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The motel is good for the price and also it is pet friendly . The beds are comfortable and it is quiet to sleep. The area around the motel is beautiful with lots to do. There is some other nice amenities such as a larger room refrig and full size coffee maker. Good for one night and if you are on a budget.

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Skaneateles Inn on 20

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

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