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Gateway Motel

Stay at Gateway Motel in Wind Gap, PA. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking, and easy access to Blue Mountain Resort and Delaware Water Gap. Rated 4 stars with 161 reviews.

213 Emerson Rd, Wind Gap, PA 18091, United States View on map
8/10
Very Good Based on 165 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Friendly service and practical amenities near the Appalachian Trail

Guests appreciate the motel’s welcoming atmosphere, especially for hikers, along with clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff. The location offers convenience for outdoor activities and accessing nearby town and trails.

Guests often praise

  • Warm, accommodating staff noted for exceptional kindness toward Appalachian Trail hikers
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with updated furnishings and practical amenities like laundry, microwave, and refrigerator
  • Convenient location close to hiking trails, town, and highways without excessive noise
  • Friendly and helpful management ensuring a relaxed and safe environment
  • Outdoor seating and spaces for relaxation appreciated by guests

Worth knowing

  • Facilities are basic: no pool, restaurant, or fitness center on site
  • Some guests note cold bathroom tile floors, especially in colder weather
  • Property caters well to short- and long-term stays but is a motel, not a luxury hotel
  • Booking may involve additional fees to be aware of before arrival
  • Offers free Wi-Fi and parking but limited in-house dining or leisure options

Best for

  • Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a supportive, welcoming base near the Appalachian Trail
  • Travelers needing a clean, no-frills place to rest in a small-town setting
  • Visitors who prioritize helpful staff and convenience over luxury amenities
  • Those looking for affordable short-term or extended lodging options
  • Guests appreciating easy access to regional outdoor attractions and mountain resorts
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About this property

Welcome to Gateway Motel

Gateway Motel is a straightforward, no-frills option situated at 213 Emerson Rd in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. This motel offers essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi and free parking but does not include a pool, restaurant, or fitness center. It is appreciated for its clean and comfortable rooms, with some recent renovations noted by guests including new windows, bathrooms, and furnishings.

The property has a strong reputation among Appalachian Trail hikers, with staff regularly praised for their helpfulness and hospitality, providing services like laundry, water refills, and flexible accommodations. Several reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the owner and staff, making it a favored stop for those traveling the nearby trail.

Located within easy reach of outdoor attractions like Blue Mountain Resort and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Gateway Motel serves guests looking to explore the local scenery. It is a practical choice for visitors who value convenience to the trail and town while seeking a clean, safe, and budget-friendly place to rest.

Though it is rated four stars with positive feedback on cleanliness and service, guests should have realistic expectations about the motel’s modest facilities. The surrounding area offers opportunities for sightseeing and outdoor activities, making it suitable for hikers and travelers prioritizing location over luxury.

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

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.

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Patrick Mahoney Apr 16, 2026
10

Clean sheets, hot shower, and good people. Ok. Now the details. This isn’t a 4 Star Hotel so get that out of your mind. That being said, the staff are friendly, the room was clean, shower was hot, and there’s chairs out front to relax outside. The staff were hiker friendly, and seemed to be interested in making sure my room was good. Laundry is available. I’d stay again if in area. Thanks

AB
Ashley Bruckner Apr 15, 2026
10

We were hiking on the AT and desperately needed a water refill after finding out going NOBO the Leroy Smith Shelter springs were BONE DRY. Stopped at Gateway Motel. If there is anything as overly hospitable, that is Satish! He was SO VERY friendly and accommodating. Offered us not only free water, but FREE showers, laundry and charge devices. He was booked but said if there was a room available, we could snooze for a couple hours for free. Even offered free tent camping on the lawn. Satish also offered us Indian chocolates! AND even offered dog food for our little pooch! Like permanent trail magic, Satish and Gateway Motel were very much appreciated.

KC
Kathy Callahan Apr 05, 2026
10

By far the best motel I’ve ever stayed at, and that’s all thanks to the kindness of Satish. He’s particularly supportive of AT hikers and went out of his way to get a free meal for me. Can’t recommend this place enough…

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Nick Apr 04, 2026
10

This is a favorite rest spot for me. They have flexible short and long term rentals, and I believe a few apartments. The staff is always busy and helpful while the rooms are perfectly adequate.

NK
Nicole Kemon Apr 01, 2026
10

I am an AT through hiker and Gateway Motel is a common stopping place for hikers. Satish, the owner, was so kind to us. He welcomed us with open arms, let us use his restrooms, refill on water, and eat lunch at the front of the building. He also treated me to a soda and chicken sandwich. He is a very down to earth man and made our day with his kindness. I did not stay in the rooms but the service spoke for itself. Thank you Satish!!!!

MM
Michael Misiaszek Mar 23, 2026
10

Awesome location for a motel, being an Appalachian Trail hiker it was VERY convenient and town was easily accessible. A great place to stay & rest. Allyson runs a good establishment, the place is safe, clean and comfortable. There is a great TV in the room, a refrigerator, huge shower and there is a microwave in a space just off the office. I am glad I stayed here, it was a great value for a relaxing night off Trail. Thanks!

LS
Liz Schou Mar 23, 2026
10

Clean and comfortable, newly renovated. Everything is new: windows and doors, ac, beds and furniture, new bathrooms, tv, mini fridge, fresh paint and flooring. Manager Satish is very nice and extremely helpful to guests, especially hikers. Walking distance from Appalachian Trail and town. Close to highway, but not noisy. No shady people, and has security cameras on the exterior and in the parking lot. I had a great stay here.

AS
Alex Stein Mar 14, 2026
10

I just checked in last night and wanted to wait until the morning to write a review, going through a bit of a rough time and the gateway has been the light at the end of the tunnel, me and my girlfriend checked in last night at 10PM very much so after hours but the woman we spoke to on the phone was more then accommodating having their maintenance man come out and show us the room before checking in, upon getting ready to pay we didn’t know about the fee so we needed to run and get cash he was very patient with us while we ran to the atm for the cash, very nice guy and a very painless process, alot of these reviews have more complaints then good I read them 100x before calling, and if your like me in that aspect and need someone to reassure you let me be the first my room is honestly amazing I haven’t slept so good in I don’t know how long I can’t even really say I have any complaints the only issue I can think of is the tile on the bathroom floor being cold mind you it’s about 20 degrees out so if that’s my only complaint this place has hit every single mark possible. Come give them a chance and be highly surprised especially if your local and have heard stories, the least I can say is this is most definitely highly highly improved.

MH
Mike Hunchback Feb 15, 2026
10

Excellent independent motel in Wind Gap PA with cute rooms and kind staff! Perfect for out of towners going to late night events at The Gap Theatre.

MJ
M J Feb 14, 2026
10

Right off the A.T., great place to stay, owners very nice to hikers, we got off the trail early and she let us check in early. Laundry on site. Short walk to town for dinner.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Gateway Motel

Wind Gap, Pennsylvania, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport 2 hr 3 Car · 5 hr 42 Transit
  • Newark Liberty International Airport 1 hr 24 Car · 3 hr 58 Transit
  • LaGuardia Airport 1 hr 46 Car · 5 hr 33 Transit
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