Mother Earth Motor Lodge
US$101
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Mother Earth Motor Lodge
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US$101
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Mother Earth Motor Lodge average US$99 in the cheapest month (December) and US$114 in the most expensive month (February), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$100 |
| February | US$114 |
| March | US$99 |
| April | US$100 |
| May | US$101 |
| June | US$106 |
| July | US$109 |
| August | US$109 |
| September | US$108 |
| October | US$101 |
| November | US$100 |
| December | US$99 |
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Cheapest: December (~US$99)
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a communal living room.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Mother Earth Motor Lodge. A complimentary continental breakfast is included.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and irons/ironing boards.
Location
Mother Earth Motor Lodge is centrally located in Kinston, a 5-minute walk from Mother Earth Brewing and 7 minutes by foot from CSS Neuse II. This family-friendly motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Neuseway Nature Park and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Grainger Stadium.
What's nearby
Mother Earth Brewing(0.3 Miles)
CSS Neuse II(0.3 Miles)
Neuseway Nature Park(0.4 Miles)
Harmony Hall(0.7 Miles)
Grainger Stadium(0.9 Miles)
Kinston Music Park(0.9 Miles)
Bill Fay Memorial Park(1.8 Miles)
Fresenius Medical Care at Lenior Memorial Hospital(2.1 Miles)
First Battle of Kinston Civil War Battlefield Park(2.1 Miles)
Lions Water Adventure(2.2 Miles)
Gov. Caswell Memorial(2.4 Miles)
Kinston Lenoir Performing Arts Center(2.7 Miles)
Barnet Park(5.5 Miles)
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park(18.4 Miles)
Winterville Recreation Park(22.3 Miles)
Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville)(30.3 Miles)
Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)(35.5 Miles)
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)(37 Miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
ATM/Cash machine
Location
501 North Herritage Street, Kinston, North Carolina, United States of America
Mother Earth Brewing (0.3 Miles)
CSS Neuse II (0.3 Miles)
Neuseway Nature Park (0.4 Miles)
Harmony Hall (0.7 Miles)
Grainger Stadium (0.9 Miles)
Kinston Music Park (0.9 Miles)
Room options
2
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
1076 ft²
Air ConditioningMicrowavePrivate Bathroom
1
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningPrivate BathroomTV
1
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
1076 ft²
Air ConditioningMicrowavePrivate Bathroom
1
Economy Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningPrivate BathroomTV
1
Economy Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningPrivate BathroomTV
1
Standard Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningPrivate BathroomTV
Guest reviews of Mother Earth Motor Lodge
9.4
Superb
Based on 809 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe Mother Earth Motor Lodge as a cheerful retro getaway with fun outdoor activities such as a large pool and mini-golf, a gated courtyard, and a central, walkable location close to restaurants and Mother Earth Brewing.
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Travellers describe Mother Earth Motor Lodge as a cheerful retro getaway with fun outdoor activities such as a large pool and mini-golf, a gated courtyard, and a central, walkable location close to restaurants and Mother Earth Brewing.
Reviews consistently praise friendly, helpful staff and very clean, well-kept rooms. Breakfast is convenient with good coffee, though some find the selection limited or under-stocked. A minority report firm or uncomfortable mattresses, small economy rooms, occasional train or fountain noise, fees for games, or sporadic issues like pet-room odors, spotty Wi-Fi, or warm AC. Overall, expect a tidy stay with plenty to do on site.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the large pool, gated courtyard, and on-site games like mini-golf, shuffleboard, and ping-pong, plus grills and lounge areas. A few note fees to use some games or noise from pool fountains.
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laurie
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very Retro, think 1960’s, complete with burnt orange and avocado green decor. Pleasantly surprised! Comfortable suite. Great outdoor spaces with retro pool, putt putt, grilling area, etc. Very walkable to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
Very Retro, think 1960’s, complete with burnt orange and avocado green decor. Pleasantly surprised! Comfortable suite. Great outdoor spaces with retro pool, putt putt, grilling area, etc. Very walkable to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
10
India
27 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little get away. Loved the pool and puttputt area
Great little get away. Loved the pool and puttputt area
10
Charles
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
the two assoc working the night we checked in were fantastic, so friendly so nice and gave us all the details we needed even showed me where the stairs where to get to my room, took the time to show me!! Daniel and Mark were the guys and I can not say enough about them and the pool was great the rooms great will stay there again in a heart beat!!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! BUT what I would love to see is a deposit on the paddles or golf clubs instead of charging to play the games you have which I think its great you have them but going on vacation is so expensive to add that to a family is tough a deposit to make sure you get the things back is good but to pay to play is a bit much, even charge a bit less would help. but i loved this place and the two guys were great!!!
the two assoc working the night we checked in were fantastic, so friendly so nice and gave us all the details we needed even showed me where the stairs where to get to my room, took the time to show me!! Daniel and Mark were the guys and I can not say enough about them and the pool was great the rooms great will stay there again in a heart beat!!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! BUT what I would love to see is a deposit on the paddles or golf clubs instead of charging to play the games you have which I think its great you have them but going on vacation is so expensive to add that to a family is tough a deposit to make sure you get the things back is good but to pay to play is a bit much, even charge a bit less would help. but i loved this place and the two guys were great!!!
10
Michael
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place! Went for a family trip. Kids and adults had great time by the pool and playing shuffleboard. Easy walk to restaurants.
Great place! Went for a family trip. Kids and adults had great time by the pool and playing shuffleboard. Easy walk to restaurants.
10
Karen
8 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a cute place to stay! The 60s motif is fun. However there is also attention to small details that make this an enjoyable stay. Beds are great, pillows are plenty, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in shower in large containers on the shower wall and not in small bottles. There's even makeup remover. So that's the room detail, next is the charming atmosphere outside. They have a pool, miniature golf, pingpong and shuffle board. The one slight negative that we noticed was a large ant hill near the miniature golf that needs baiting. But that happens down here. They have a decorative gate around the hotel that brings fun and security together. Room doors are facing the pool and not the street making it a very safe place to stay. Those who smoke have a secure area inside the gate that's away from everything else. Again, security seems to be a big priority for them. Inside the lobby are very friendly staff who answered every question we had. There's fresh popcorn in the lobby and they had several snack and drink options available for purchase. They also sell cute items with their logo. Check in and check out was a breeze and my request for a first floor room was known when I arrived and provided. I noticed they have breakfast options though I didn't partake. I can say they have great tasting coffee in 16 oz cups with lids! I will be staying there every time I go to the area for genealogy research. It's a great small hotel with big amenities.
What a cute place to stay! The 60s motif is fun. However there is also attention to small details that make this an enjoyable stay. Beds are great, pillows are plenty, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in shower in large containers on the shower wall and not in small bottles. There's even makeup remover. So that's the room detail, next is the charming atmosphere outside. They have a pool, miniature golf, pingpong and shuffle board. The one slight negative that we noticed was a large ant hill near the miniature golf that needs baiting. But that happens down here. They have a decorative gate around the hotel that brings fun and security together. Room doors are facing the pool and not the street making it a very safe place to stay. Those who smoke have a secure area inside the gate that's away from everything else. Again, security seems to be a big priority for them. Inside the lobby are very friendly staff who answered every question we had. There's fresh popcorn in the lobby and they had several snack and drink options available for purchase. They also sell cute items with their logo. Check in and check out was a breeze and my request for a first floor room was known when I arrived and provided. I noticed they have breakfast options though I didn't partake. I can say they have great tasting coffee in 16 oz cups with lids! I will be staying there every time I go to the area for genealogy research. It's a great small hotel with big amenities.
10
Tonya
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were highly satisfied with our stay! We were in town for a softball tournament and if we are ever in the area in the future this will be our goto place for lodging! The design of the rooms took me back to my childhood! The pool/activity area is amazing and wish we would've had time to enjoy it!
We were highly satisfied with our stay! We were in town for a softball tournament and if we are ever in the area in the future this will be our goto place for lodging! The design of the rooms took me back to my childhood! The pool/activity area is amazing and wish we would've had time to enjoy it!
10
Elizabeth
20 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
10
Carolyn
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a gem! The lovely decor both in the lobby and room was so fun. The 70s vibe while old, all of the furnishings were new and very clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Bed was very comfortable and sheets very soft. The pool was a lot of fun and having grills, putt putt, ping pong, shuffleboard and swings were nice options. So many great walkable dining options. Mother Earth Brewery (obviously) fantastic and Jay’s 108 was amazing and worth the drive alone. We only live 20 mins away and can’t wait to come back here!
What a gem! The lovely decor both in the lobby and room was so fun. The 70s vibe while old, all of the furnishings were new and very clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Bed was very comfortable and sheets very soft. The pool was a lot of fun and having grills, putt putt, ping pong, shuffleboard and swings were nice options. So many great walkable dining options. Mother Earth Brewery (obviously) fantastic and Jay’s 108 was amazing and worth the drive alone. We only live 20 mins away and can’t wait to come back here!
10
Alayna
23 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We noticed this motel had better reviews than the main stream hotels in Kinston that we usually stay at. We are so happy we stayed here.. It was clean, the room was nicely done, the staff friendly, the breakfast standard continental, but we liked the Keurig so you are sure to have a fresh hot cup of coffee. The pool, rental bikes, put put and outdoor porch swings were nice.
We noticed this motel had better reviews than the main stream hotels in Kinston that we usually stay at. We are so happy we stayed here.. It was clean, the room was nicely done, the staff friendly, the breakfast standard continental, but we liked the Keurig so you are sure to have a fresh hot cup of coffee. The pool, rental bikes, put put and outdoor porch swings were nice.
10
Carol
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was wonderful!!! It is so nice to interact with kind people. I will say this…the pool was beautiful! The best motel pool I’ve ever experienced. Too, there was a mini golf area which the grandchildren loved. They had grills, a picnic area, shuffle board, ping pong and a relaxing porch swing area. I would definitely go back.
The staff was wonderful!!! It is so nice to interact with kind people. I will say this…the pool was beautiful! The best motel pool I’ve ever experienced. Too, there was a mini golf area which the grandchildren loved. They had grills, a picnic area, shuffle board, ping pong and a relaxing porch swing area. I would definitely go back.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is praised across reviews, with many calling rooms and grounds spotless and well kept. A few report isolated issues like dirty bathrooms or carpets.
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Tanshae
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
They need to clean them toilets the inside and outside and theirs mode in the tub it’s not worth the money at all
They need to clean them toilets the inside and outside and theirs mode in the tub it’s not worth the money at all
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Stephen
18 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Mother Earth Motor Lodge was nicer than many of the lower end hotel chains I've used for business travel. The room was spotless, the furnishings were lovely, the bed was comfortable and I can't recommend this place highly enough.
Mother Earth Motor Lodge was nicer than many of the lower end hotel chains I've used for business travel. The room was spotless, the furnishings were lovely, the bed was comfortable and I can't recommend this place highly enough.
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james
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
cleanest room i have stayed in a long time. excellent staff!!
cleanest room i have stayed in a long time. excellent staff!!
10
Jeff
11 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful retro property. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very neat and clean with appropriate retro mid-century furniture. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Wonderful retro property. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very neat and clean with appropriate retro mid-century furniture. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
10
Christie
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The stay was great. Clean room and bathroom. Friendly staff. Nothing to complain about.
The stay was great. Clean room and bathroom. Friendly staff. Nothing to complain about.
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Joseph G
8 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a hidden gem! We loved it and cannot wait for a reason to go back and stay again. First and foremost: the motel was very clean. The room, the lobby, the property in general were all nice and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful - such a great experience. This motor lodge itself has so much character! A real blast from the past. We love mid-century and this place was awesome. I only hope the new owners are able to keep it clean and well-kept with the same friendly service as we had this trip. I am sure that as more people get to know about the Mother Earth Motor Lodge it will get to be a very popular place indeed.
What a hidden gem! We loved it and cannot wait for a reason to go back and stay again. First and foremost: the motel was very clean. The room, the lobby, the property in general were all nice and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful - such a great experience. This motor lodge itself has so much character! A real blast from the past. We love mid-century and this place was awesome. I only hope the new owners are able to keep it clean and well-kept with the same friendly service as we had this trip. I am sure that as more people get to know about the Mother Earth Motor Lodge it will get to be a very popular place indeed.
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Donna
31 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The retro vibe of this hotel is great, but the bathroom and carpet were dirty.
The retro vibe of this hotel is great, but the bathroom and carpet were dirty.
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Roger
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable Very friendly staff and very professional
Very clean and comfortable Very friendly staff and very professional
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Colleen
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A perfect getaway for the fall. Rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast offers a variety for every one. I can’t wait to visit again.
A perfect getaway for the fall. Rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast offers a variety for every one. I can’t wait to visit again.
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Alicia
26 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Mother Earth Motor Lodge has thought of everything to make the stay pleasant! Its retro vibe is very well done! Cleanliness is exceptional and the luxury bath towels are a wonderful touch. It’s also nice that the courtyard and rooms are gated for security.
Mother Earth Motor Lodge has thought of everything to make the stay pleasant! Its retro vibe is very well done! Cleanliness is exceptional and the luxury bath towels are a wonderful touch. It’s also nice that the courtyard and rooms are gated for security.
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Rooms
Rooms feature retro decor and generally comfortable beds, with options ranging from small economy rooms to spacious suites. Some mention firm mattresses, occasional train or fountain noise, spotty Wi-Fi in areas, or warm AC in a few rooms.
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Patrick
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
one of my best stays ever. studio room was huge. everyone was awesome.
one of my best stays ever. studio room was huge. everyone was awesome.
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Jonah
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
This was my second week long stay at this motel. Both times have been phenomenal and I intend to continue using this motel for the remainder of my visits for school. Everything is super clean and the staff is fantastic. Only complaint I have is the wifi. Network speeds are fine, but the connection gets very spotty towards the back of the room, where the desk and bed are. This isn't ideal since I'm down here for school, but I was able to manage just fine. It's not necessary, but it would be nice to see range extenders, or additional routers added to have more consistent network connections throughout the rooms
This was my second week long stay at this motel. Both times have been phenomenal and I intend to continue using this motel for the remainder of my visits for school. Everything is super clean and the staff is fantastic. Only complaint I have is the wifi. Network speeds are fine, but the connection gets very spotty towards the back of the room, where the desk and bed are. This isn't ideal since I'm down here for school, but I was able to manage just fine. It's not necessary, but it would be nice to see range extenders, or additional routers added to have more consistent network connections throughout the rooms
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John
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice room. Trains were noisy
Nice room. Trains were noisy
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Luke
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super fun place and the staff were really friendly! Finally a motel that doesn’t have depressing decor! My only complaints are that there should be soap by the sink in the kitchenette so you can wash your hands, and the pool fountains, while beautiful, were so loud that it wasn’t very relaxing to be outside in the pool area.
Super fun place and the staff were really friendly! Finally a motel that doesn’t have depressing decor! My only complaints are that there should be soap by the sink in the kitchenette so you can wash your hands, and the pool fountains, while beautiful, were so loud that it wasn’t very relaxing to be outside in the pool area.
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lorraine
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice mid-century themed lodge. I was in a pet friendly room with easy access outdoors to the road. The interior rooms (not pet-friendly) offer a better experience. There is train noise at various times throughout the night.
Very nice mid-century themed lodge. I was in a pet friendly room with easy access outdoors to the road. The interior rooms (not pet-friendly) offer a better experience. There is train noise at various times throughout the night.
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Heather
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The front desk was so friendly and super helpful. We selected a small economy room so it was perfect for us (no extra room besides the necessary things) but if I had kids, I would want a bigger room because it would have been very cramped. There are so many fun little activities to do on property and it’s all gated in so we felt very safe. We were first worried about the safety of the neighborhood but when we went down the street and sat outside at the pizzeria it was a great vibe and felt safe! We would for sure stay here again.
The front desk was so friendly and super helpful. We selected a small economy room so it was perfect for us (no extra room besides the necessary things) but if I had kids, I would want a bigger room because it would have been very cramped. There are so many fun little activities to do on property and it’s all gated in so we felt very safe. We were first worried about the safety of the neighborhood but when we went down the street and sat outside at the pizzeria it was a great vibe and felt safe! We would for sure stay here again.
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Adam
11 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed to catch a baseball game at Grainger. First time here. Excellent price. Cooler vintage property with mini golf, pool, outdoor ping pong, and a generally retro aesthetic. Standard room with king sized bed is a little small, but perfect for one night swinging through Kinston. Set AC to lowest temp (who doesn’t), but room ran a little warm all night. Nonetheless, excellent value, good location, easy to get around downtown Kinston. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed to catch a baseball game at Grainger. First time here. Excellent price. Cooler vintage property with mini golf, pool, outdoor ping pong, and a generally retro aesthetic. Standard room with king sized bed is a little small, but perfect for one night swinging through Kinston. Set AC to lowest temp (who doesn’t), but room ran a little warm all night. Nonetheless, excellent value, good location, easy to get around downtown Kinston. Would definitely stay again.
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Laura
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice stay. Mattress is not comfortable. The rest of stay was enjoyable
Nice stay. Mattress is not comfortable. The rest of stay was enjoyable
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Kelly
15 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was excellent...extremely helpful...the beds were uncomfortable, very firm mattress.
The staff was excellent...extremely helpful...the beds were uncomfortable, very firm mattress.
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Cara
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Does not sleep like a motor lodge. Super comfortable bed and sheets. Cool vibes. Keurig in rooms- great stay.
Does not sleep like a motor lodge. Super comfortable bed and sheets. Cool vibes. Keurig in rooms- great stay.
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Service
Service is consistently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful across the property. Isolated complaints cite slow or awkward check-in, a lost reservation, or unprofessional conversations.
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Cheryle
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great experience!!! Awesome staff , very helpful, clean room and amenities
Great experience!!! Awesome staff , very helpful, clean room and amenities
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Kathryn
29 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our reservation had been lost and it took 35 minutes to check in. Phone in the room did not work.
Our reservation had been lost and it took 35 minutes to check in. Phone in the room did not work.
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Charles
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
the two assoc working the night we checked in were fantastic, so friendly so nice and gave us all the details we needed even showed me where the stairs where to get to my room, took the time to show me!! Daniel and Mark were the guys and I can not say enough about them and the pool was great the rooms great will stay there again in a heart beat!!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! BUT what I would love to see is a deposit on the paddles or golf clubs instead of charging to play the games you have which I think its great you have them but going on vacation is so expensive to add that to a family is tough a deposit to make sure you get the things back is good but to pay to play is a bit much, even charge a bit less would help. but i loved this place and the two guys were great!!!
the two assoc working the night we checked in were fantastic, so friendly so nice and gave us all the details we needed even showed me where the stairs where to get to my room, took the time to show me!! Daniel and Mark were the guys and I can not say enough about them and the pool was great the rooms great will stay there again in a heart beat!!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! BUT what I would love to see is a deposit on the paddles or golf clubs instead of charging to play the games you have which I think its great you have them but going on vacation is so expensive to add that to a family is tough a deposit to make sure you get the things back is good but to pay to play is a bit much, even charge a bit less would help. but i loved this place and the two guys were great!!!
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Mark
13 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stumbled on Mother Earth when through on my way down from Boston. Just an absolutely pleasantly staffed property! Everyone was so helpful and attentive. Seems this was a one thriving Tobacco and Textiles area with the train running through and there are many architecturally significant homes, many of which now in disrepair. It was a pleasure none the less to visit!
I stumbled on Mother Earth when through on my way down from Boston. Just an absolutely pleasantly staffed property! Everyone was so helpful and attentive. Seems this was a one thriving Tobacco and Textiles area with the train running through and there are many architecturally significant homes, many of which now in disrepair. It was a pleasure none the less to visit!
10
Mary
29 Nov 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
This place is always clean and customer service is A
This place is always clean and customer service is A
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Elando D
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It may be wise to have your front desk personnel to keep their political and personal views to themselves. For this reason i would not recommend this facility
It may be wise to have your front desk personnel to keep their political and personal views to themselves. For this reason i would not recommend this facility
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Jonathan
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything cost extra to do at the resort as far as amenities the staff is really incompetent everything I asked it was I will have to call my manager all my managers has to make the decision and the manager was not even there so everything was a no
Everything cost extra to do at the resort as far as amenities the staff is really incompetent everything I asked it was I will have to call my manager all my managers has to make the decision and the manager was not even there so everything was a no
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Elizabeth
20 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
10
Susan
2 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,323 nights
The property was very comfortable, clean and accessible to all my visits. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating.
The property was very comfortable, clean and accessible to all my visits. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating.
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Yazmean
30 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I called at 12, and wanted to check in early before 3, Front desk rep just said no, they don't do that at the property and became very silent. Around 145, I watched a few check in and finally at 255, I went in and checked in. SMH. The room had fruit flies and the hair dryer was disgusting. Had to wipe down the head boards. Amenities were very cool, great set up. The kids enjoyed putt putt and swimming.
I called at 12, and wanted to check in early before 3, Front desk rep just said no, they don't do that at the property and became very silent. Around 145, I watched a few check in and finally at 255, I went in and checked in. SMH. The room had fruit flies and the hair dryer was disgusting. Had to wipe down the head boards. Amenities were very cool, great set up. The kids enjoyed putt putt and swimming.
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Location
Central, walkable location close to downtown restaurants, bars, and Mother Earth Brewing. Convenient for local events and exploring Kinston on foot.
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laurie
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very Retro, think 1960’s, complete with burnt orange and avocado green decor. Pleasantly surprised! Comfortable suite. Great outdoor spaces with retro pool, putt putt, grilling area, etc. Very walkable to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
Very Retro, think 1960’s, complete with burnt orange and avocado green decor. Pleasantly surprised! Comfortable suite. Great outdoor spaces with retro pool, putt putt, grilling area, etc. Very walkable to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
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Vera
7 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This place is so cute. I felt like I was time traveling. Location, location. Kinston is looking good. I would definitely go back.
This place is so cute. I felt like I was time traveling. Location, location. Kinston is looking good. I would definitely go back.
10
Nicole
15 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fun retro hotel. Close to brewery
Fun retro hotel. Close to brewery
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Kevin
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location
Excellent location
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Thomas
19 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff. Room and common areas were very clean. Walkable to restaurants, bars, and other attractions.
Great staff. Room and common areas were very clean. Walkable to restaurants, bars, and other attractions.
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Sean
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were in town to visit Mother Earth Brewing. Easy walk from the motel to the brewery. The motel was clean and comfortable. We will be back.
We were in town to visit Mother Earth Brewing. Easy walk from the motel to the brewery. The motel was clean and comfortable. We will be back.
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Jessica
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Incredibly clean and friendly staff. Great location to walk to breweries and restaurants. Who know such a cute place would exist in Kinston to stay. Highly recommend
Incredibly clean and friendly staff. Great location to walk to breweries and restaurants. Who know such a cute place would exist in Kinston to stay. Highly recommend
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Alicia
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a nice quiet stay in this nice hotel that is walking distance to restaurants and brewery. The staff was super friendly and cooperative
We had a nice quiet stay in this nice hotel that is walking distance to restaurants and brewery. The staff was super friendly and cooperative
10
Jessica
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Retro Mid-Century hotel in the heart of downtown Kinston.
Retro Mid-Century hotel in the heart of downtown Kinston.
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Bessie
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We always get a room for the BBQ festival. It is very convenient to walk down to see the live music and have a few drinks and then walk back to your hotel.
We always get a room for the BBQ festival. It is very convenient to walk down to see the live music and have a few drinks and then walk back to your hotel.
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Dining
Breakfast is convenient and often enjoyed, with good coffee and basic options. Several reviews note limited variety or items not being restocked, and some wish for more protein or fruit.
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Kai Willy
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! lovely service, nice outdoor facilities, clean pool, updated rooms and good choices for breakfast! Will return some time!
Great stay! lovely service, nice outdoor facilities, clean pool, updated rooms and good choices for breakfast! Will return some time!
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Mary
7 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, safe room. Friendly staff. Only suggestion would be to add protein and fruit at breakfast!
Clean, safe room. Friendly staff. Only suggestion would be to add protein and fruit at breakfast!
8
Tedd
1 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Mother Earth Motor Lodge is a throw-back, fun place to stay with fun things to do - pool, shuffleboard, putt-putt.... things you don't normally find at a motel. Pricing is pleasing as well. Only item that needs to be bumped up a bit is the stocking of the breakfast buffet. Attention needs to be given to keeping the various offering properly stocked. Both times we had breakfast there, it was very picked over, several items completely gone, and no one looking after it. Easy fix!
Mother Earth Motor Lodge is a throw-back, fun place to stay with fun things to do - pool, shuffleboard, putt-putt.... things you don't normally find at a motel. Pricing is pleasing as well. Only item that needs to be bumped up a bit is the stocking of the breakfast buffet. Attention needs to be given to keeping the various offering properly stocked. Both times we had breakfast there, it was very picked over, several items completely gone, and no one looking after it. Easy fix!
10
Karen
8 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a cute place to stay! The 60s motif is fun. However there is also attention to small details that make this an enjoyable stay. Beds are great, pillows are plenty, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in shower in large containers on the shower wall and not in small bottles. There's even makeup remover. So that's the room detail, next is the charming atmosphere outside. They have a pool, miniature golf, pingpong and shuffle board. The one slight negative that we noticed was a large ant hill near the miniature golf that needs baiting. But that happens down here. They have a decorative gate around the hotel that brings fun and security together. Room doors are facing the pool and not the street making it a very safe place to stay. Those who smoke have a secure area inside the gate that's away from everything else. Again, security seems to be a big priority for them. Inside the lobby are very friendly staff who answered every question we had. There's fresh popcorn in the lobby and they had several snack and drink options available for purchase. They also sell cute items with their logo. Check in and check out was a breeze and my request for a first floor room was known when I arrived and provided. I noticed they have breakfast options though I didn't partake. I can say they have great tasting coffee in 16 oz cups with lids! I will be staying there every time I go to the area for genealogy research. It's a great small hotel with big amenities.
What a cute place to stay! The 60s motif is fun. However there is also attention to small details that make this an enjoyable stay. Beds are great, pillows are plenty, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in shower in large containers on the shower wall and not in small bottles. There's even makeup remover. So that's the room detail, next is the charming atmosphere outside. They have a pool, miniature golf, pingpong and shuffle board. The one slight negative that we noticed was a large ant hill near the miniature golf that needs baiting. But that happens down here. They have a decorative gate around the hotel that brings fun and security together. Room doors are facing the pool and not the street making it a very safe place to stay. Those who smoke have a secure area inside the gate that's away from everything else. Again, security seems to be a big priority for them. Inside the lobby are very friendly staff who answered every question we had. There's fresh popcorn in the lobby and they had several snack and drink options available for purchase. They also sell cute items with their logo. Check in and check out was a breeze and my request for a first floor room was known when I arrived and provided. I noticed they have breakfast options though I didn't partake. I can say they have great tasting coffee in 16 oz cups with lids! I will be staying there every time I go to the area for genealogy research. It's a great small hotel with big amenities.
10
Elizabeth
20 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
Excellent staff! Friendly and gives great advice about what to do in town. Clean rooms. Breakfast was wonderful and quiet. A few things could probably be updated, couch in our room was a little old, but everything was still in good condition. I choose this place over and over again because I always know it will be a great stay. Lots of things to do within the hotel (mini golf, swimming, lounging outside).
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Thomas
22 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was rather small, but located right where we needed to be. The breakfast on Sunday morning didn't have much left when I went by. But the room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the staff was excellent.
Our room was rather small, but located right where we needed to be. The breakfast on Sunday morning didn't have much left when I went by. But the room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the staff was excellent.
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Cee
9 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous and fun retro motel! Great rooms, awesome pool, and cool features like a a mini-golf course. More motels and hotels should be this creative. The breakfast was a little disappointing, but otherwise a wonderful stay.
Fabulous and fun retro motel! Great rooms, awesome pool, and cool features like a a mini-golf course. More motels and hotels should be this creative. The breakfast was a little disappointing, but otherwise a wonderful stay.
10
Gregory
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a retro flashback, complete with excellent customer service. Cleanest hotel I've ever stayed at (including high end hotels). Super comfortable, very safe for adults and children alike. Breakfast first morning was great. Second morning was a bit under-supplied. Highly recommend for adults traveling with busy children! Swimming pool and putt putt were big wins with all the children staying there when we were there.
This was a retro flashback, complete with excellent customer service. Cleanest hotel I've ever stayed at (including high end hotels). Super comfortable, very safe for adults and children alike. Breakfast first morning was great. Second morning was a bit under-supplied. Highly recommend for adults traveling with busy children! Swimming pool and putt putt were big wins with all the children staying there when we were there.
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Colleen
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A perfect getaway for the fall. Rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast offers a variety for every one. I can’t wait to visit again.
A perfect getaway for the fall. Rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast offers a variety for every one. I can’t wait to visit again.
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Vanessa
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Hotel had s cute retro vibe with a pool. The staff was great and attentive.. I wish they had better breakfast options and a microwave in the rooms.
Hotel had s cute retro vibe with a pool. The staff was great and attentive.. I wish they had better breakfast options and a microwave in the rooms.
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Jamie
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place! We will be back!
Great place! We will be back!
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FRANK
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Mother Earth Lodge is a decent place with interesting decor from the Sixties. Rooms are smallish and furnished adequately. The pool and adjacent recreation area are very good. The included breakfast is very basic and could be improved.
Mother Earth Lodge is a decent place with interesting decor from the Sixties. Rooms are smallish and furnished adequately. The pool and adjacent recreation area are very good. The included breakfast is very basic and could be improved.
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Sara
13 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We have stayed at this property several times and have enjoyed each time. We enjoy visiting the Mother Earth tap room and this visit we were able visit The Chef and The Farmer for a wonderful evening of food and conversation.
We have stayed at this property several times and have enjoyed each time. We enjoy visiting the Mother Earth tap room and this visit we were able visit The Chef and The Farmer for a wonderful evening of food and conversation.
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Cindy
30 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very cute retro themed hotel, nice clean room and very spacious. A nice find in kinston.
Very cute retro themed hotel, nice clean room and very spacious. A nice find in kinston.
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Thomas
10 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Cool little hotel/motel. Total throwback. If you are in the area or just passing through then you should definitely check this spot out.
Cool little hotel/motel. Total throwback. If you are in the area or just passing through then you should definitely check this spot out.
FAQs about Mother Earth Motor Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary continental breakfast is included for guests.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 00:00 and check-out is at 00:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Kinston, just a 5-minute walk from Mother Earth Brewing and 7 minutes from CSS Neuse II. Neuseway Nature Park is 0.4 mi away and Grainger Stadium is 0.8 mi away.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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- 2026-11-14: 125.716872150589USD
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- 2026-11-17: 112.31491881106568USD
- 2026-11-18: 135.80372822180175USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
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Swimming pool
Golf (miniature)
Child pool
Pool outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Table Tennis
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Parking
Free parking
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi
Services
Housekeeping
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Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
24-Hour Front Desk
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Picnic area/Tables
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Snack Bar/Deli