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Lighthouse Inn

Stay at Lighthouse Inn Motel in Silver Creek, NY. Rated 3.7 with free Wi-Fi, parking, and kid-friendly amenities. Near Evangola State Park & Dunkirk Lighthouse.

965 Main Rd, Silver Creek, NY 14136, United States View on map
7.4/10
Good Based on 47 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service and good value

Visitors appreciate the clean, spacious rooms and welcoming owners, highlighting affordability and a convenient location for sightseeing and recreation despite some dated features.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, attentive, and helpful owners and staff creating a welcoming atmosphere
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with large bathrooms and practical amenities like microwaves and mini-fridges
  • Well-priced accommodations offering good value compared to nearby hotels
  • Convenient free Wi-Fi and parking appreciated by visitors
  • Quiet and safe environment with easy access for travelers, including those with disabilities

Worth knowing

  • Facilities are somewhat dated, with thin walls allowing noise from other guests to carry easily
  • Some rooms have small showers and less effective shower curtains
  • No onsite restaurant, fitness center, or pool; guests should plan accordingly
  • Limited in-room coffee provisions; most guests bring their own coffee pots
  • Close proximity to train tracks results in occasional train noise

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable, no-frills lodging near local attractions like Dunkirk Lighthouse and Evangola State Park
  • Families and visitors wanting a quiet, kid-friendly motel with free parking and Wi-Fi
  • Guests looking for a welcoming, small-scale “mom and pop” experience rather than chain hotels
  • Those prioritizing location and value over luxury or modern amenities
  • Road trippers and travelers needing last-minute or emergency accommodations in the area
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About this property

Welcome to Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn is a modest 3-star motel located on 965 Main Rd in Silver Creek, NY, offering basic accommodations with a rating of 3.7 from 47 guest reviews. It provides essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi and parking, with a kid-friendly atmosphere, though it does not feature a pool, restaurant, or fitness center. Guests can expect clean, comfortable rooms equipped with conveniences like mini refrigerators and microwaves, although some reviews note that room features like shower size and beds could be improved.

Situated near several popular attractions, including Evangola State Park, the Dunkirk Lighthouse with its maritime museum, and Merritt Estate Winery, the motel is well positioned for visitors interested in sightseeing and recreation. The area is also convenient for travelers arriving via Buffalo Niagara International Airport, about 46 minutes away by car, making it a practical stopover point.

The atmosphere at Lighthouse Inn is described by guests as friendly and welcoming, with attentive management offering personal touches that add character to the stay. However, some visitors have pointed out that the property is somewhat dated, with thin walls and occasional noise disturbances, including nearby trains. Despite this, comfort and affordability often earn thanks from guests looking for practical lodging at a reasonable price.

This property is a suitable choice for travelers on a budget who prioritize location and a homey environment over luxury amenities. Families and those passing through the region on road trips have found it especially convenient, with easy access to local attractions and services. It may appeal to those who appreciate a smaller, independently run motel experience rather than a chain hotel.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AK
Aud K Apr 08, 2026
10

Stayed here a few days while getting emergency work on our place after a bad snowstorm had made a mess. The room was big, well kept, the bed was large and comfortable. The bathroom was large. It had a nice walk in shower. The room provided a mini fridge and microwave. We brought our own coffee pot from home. My only complaint was no coffee pot in the room. Hahaha otherwise it was beautiful.

CG
Christopher Garfield Mar 25, 2026
10

For the price, it is nice. Good amenities and friendly service.

TP
Terri Plays Mar 21, 2026
8.0

My family and I loved it. Very nice owners very friendly. Short drive to sunset bay beach. Free WiFi.

MH
Matt Hardin Mar 15, 2026
8.0

Room was nice and clean and comfortable. It give five stars if the shower was bigger and had better curtains. (curtains don't block all sight).

MB
Melody Bennett Feb 26, 2026
8.0

Owner is friendly. Motel is out dated, but clean. Walls are thin and if another guest is talking loud you hear them clearly. TRAIN didn't go all night, but reminded us of the scene in the movie, My Cousin Vinny. Bed was really comfortable. If you're looking for a reasonable price, that's way cheaper than everything else around, this is the place to stay.

RB
Ronald Babicz Feb 10, 2026
10

The Inn is a great place to stay. People there are friendly and helpful.

AJ
Andy Jacchino Feb 08, 2026
8.0

Clean, comfortable room. Management is extremely helpful, and courteous. Large bright bathroom. Cable TV, mini refrigerator, microwave, and coffee pot in room. Not the Hilton, but still very pleased.

RC
Rosa Coleman Jan 29, 2026
8.0

Great little mom and pop easy access to I90 beds need up grade but will go back.

TN
Thisbe Nissen Jan 24, 2026
10

Driving cross-country, we hit the Buffalo area on a Saturday night in July and there were no hotel rooms to be had anywhere. At 11:45 PM, our 4 year old long asleep in the back of the car, we called the Lighthouse Inn and they had one room left, small, with one king size bed, the proprietor warned me in a heavy Italian accent. We took it. While all the other chain hotels in the area were posting base web rates of $170-$230 a night for rooms that usually cost $49.99 (and they were all sold out anyway), for 90 bucks plus tax we stayed in a very clean, lovingly cared for room right above the office, festooned with lighthouses of every ilk, vases of silk flowers, and hand-painted with a nautical flag across one wall. The proprietor, a lovely man who came to the U.S from Naples 30 years ago, was gracious and kind, and said if he was awake when we left in the morning he'd make us an espresso. Not only were we greeted the next morning with tiny ceramic cups of sweet, delicious espresso, but the lady of the house - the Italian's American wife - sent us on our way with a plate of homemade biscotti and delicious, buttery nut cookies. The proprietor turned out to be a soccer coach, and gave our son a soccer ball as we were leaving. I almost can't express how touched and moved we were by the whole experience. What started out as a long-drive nightmare turned into an experience we will long remember. If you're driving through western NY, ditch the franchises and stay at this quirky little gem run by people whose kindness and generosity might make you feel a little bit better about the world we live in.

HTW
hank the wonder dog Jan 20, 2026
10

Lost and alone on some forgotten highway...that is what it felt like as I was driving home to Maine from the Midwest. It was dark, I was tired of the interstate and found this little gem waiting to give me rest. The owner was so accommodating, welcoming- it wasn't long before I had a cozy little room with a recliner- a comfy overstuffed thing that just made me say ahhhh before I drifted off to sleep. I just want to add that it felt safe and secure- I would not hesitate to recommend to weary travelers, or those who face physical challenges, my needs were terrifically met, Ease of parking, ease of maneuvering with disability, so appreciated. - Marked on my maps as a favorite, stay again and again on that lovely drive through Chautauqua County.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Lighthouse Inn

Silver Creek, New York, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Buffalo Niagara International Airport 46 min Car
  • Bradford Regional Airport 1 hr 35 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in New York. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Dunkirk Lighthouse 833 reviews

Dunkirk Lighthouse

1 Lighthouse Pt Dr, Dunkirk, NY 14048, United States

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Evangola State Park 1,689 reviews

Evangola State Park

10191 Old Lake Shore Rd, Irving, NY 14081, United States

4.6 · State Park
Merritt Estate Winery 210 reviews

Merritt Estate Winery

2264 King Rd, Forestville, NY 14062, United States

4.7 · Winery
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