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Northern Family Motel

2.5 star property

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Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
In-room dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$84
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Explore the area

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6775 State Highway 56, Potsdam, NY, 13676
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Clarkson University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • State University of New York-Potsdam
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 170 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Northern Family Motel

Potsdam motel with free self parking
A picnic area, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel.
Northern Family Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Potsdam motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Northern Family Motel features a picnic area. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Northern Family Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Northern Family Motel Potsdam
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Northern Family Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 283 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abdallah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy Withers

Traveled with family

Nice motel

We stayed two nights for my granddaughters graduation from Potsdam. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. They offered a nice breakfast and the decor in the office dining area was nice and homey.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay and the proprietor was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aneesa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall it was a good stay. Only thing is that the room had an odor. The host was nice at breakfast and the stay was comfortable otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Abu

Somehow convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet rest

Last night of a 3000 mile trip home from winter in Arizona. Cute, clean, very quiet. We were happy to support a local business. We had traveled 6 days and this was our 7th night.. the chain hotels in the area were clise to $200/night with taxes and fees. Price was fair here and the stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little spot a couple of minutes out of town. Staying here next time we’re back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and Quiet

Cozy and quiet! Great price and everything you need for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reasonably priced!

Nuce inexpensive option.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt like home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute room. Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Tv did not work
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ana

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok. Except the waters and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend!

Nice, quiet property with a super clean room & bathroom, comfy bed and in-room mini fridge & microwave. I will definitely stay here again when in the area for work.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable stay

Overnight stay during athletic event at local college. Room was clean and comfortable. Frig and microwave in room meant I could save leftovers from dinner and make breakfast. Grounds are well kept. As with any motel, the room is not soundproof, but guests are respectful and we enjoyed a great night's sleep. This motel is very conveniently located to Potsdam...just a few minutes from downtown. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall great experience

Overall my experience was great. It’s a very cute motel. They have done a good job of trying to improve the rooms. Everything was clean in the room. The only issue I had was the heat wasn’t working the second night so the room got very cold. It’s a no frills motel but a perfect, quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024