The Clipper Inn - Clayton
44.238949, -76.075068Overview
Clipper Inn - Motel with Highly-Rated Restaurant in Clayton, New York
Accommodations
The Clipper Inn offers ground-floor rooms with parquet floors, a private back porch, and a bathroom equipped with handrails and a heat lamp. Each room provides a refrigerator, microwave, and tea and coffee maker, plus free toiletries and a hairdryer. The property is entirely non-smoking and includes free private parking.
Dining
The on-site restaurant is run by a father-and-son chef duo who have earned a 10/10 rating from multiple guests. An early dinner special from 5-6 p.m. offers a glass of wine, appetizer, salad, main course, and dessert for two at $100. The bar serves drinks, and the restaurant is known for dishes like parsnip ravioli and blackened chicken alfredo.
Location
The Clipper Inn sits less than a mile from downtown Clayton, with a short walk to shopping and dining options. Nearby attractions include 1000 Islands Skydeck (21 km), Boldt Castle and Yacht House (22 km), and St. Lawrence Islands National Park (23 km). Watertown International Airport is 33 km away, and Zoo New York and OLG Casino Thousand Islands are both 39 km distant.
Pet Policy
The property allows pets and provides free parking, making it convenient for travelers with animals. Ground-floor rooms offer easy access for pet owners, and the motel's location near parks and walking areas is a practical plus. Guests with pets can also take advantage of the attached restaurant's outdoor patio seating.
Guest Services
The Clipper Inn provides a ground-floor unit with a private bathroom, air conditioning, and free WiFi throughout the property. A bar and restaurant are on-site, and the motel's staff have been noted in guest reviews for their friendly and efficient service. The bathroom heat lamp and safety handrails are additional comfort features.
- Accommodations: Ground-floor rooms with private back porch, refrigerator, microwave, and tea/coffee maker
- Dining: Father-son chef duo, early dinner special from 5-6 p.m., bar on-site
- Location: 21 km from 1000 Islands Skydeck, 22 km from Boldt Castle, 23 km from St. Lawrence Islands National Park
- Pet Policy: Pets allowed, free parking, ground-floor access
- Guest Ratings: Restaurant scored 10/10 by multiple guests, attached to motel
Rooms and availability

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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Bathtub
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Air conditioning
Essential information about The Clipper Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 109 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 20.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Watertown International, ART |
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