Enjoy a 4.5-star stay at Mountain View Lodge Motel in Clifford Township, PA. Free Wi-Fi, parking, near Elk Mountain Ski Resort and Lackawanna State Park.
Guests highlight spacious, clean rooms and a relaxed check-in process, complemented by convenient access to a popular tavern. The lodge offers a cozy mountain atmosphere, ideal for ski trips and outdoor activities, though some note minor issues with key access and kitchen hours.
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Mountain View Lodge is a 4.5-star motel set in the quiet surroundings of Clifford Township, Pennsylvania. Featuring spacious rooms with practical amenities such as free Wi-Fi and parking, the property caters to visitors looking for a straightforward, comfortable stay without extra facilities like a pool or fitness center. Check-in is contactless with a key box system starting at 14:00, providing a simplified arrival experience that some guests find convenient.
The motel is well situated for those interested in outdoor activities and recreation, with popular nearby attractions including Elk Mountain Ski Resort, known for its varied trails and terrain parks, as well as Lackawanna State Park with opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. Visitors appreciate the proximity to these sites, which supports the property’s good fit for travelers focused on sightseeing and regional exploration.
Guest reviews often highlight the motel’s clean, spacious rooms and a cozy atmosphere enhanced by an adjoining tavern offering homemade meals and a selection of drinks. While some mention that the rooms feel a bit dated and noted occasional minor issues such as limited dining information or check-in logistics, the overall value and comfort are commonly praised. This setup appeals to those seeking a no-frills, mountain-lodge style accommodation with easy access to local outdoor activities.
Conveniently accessible from airports like Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (approximately 38 minutes by car), Mountain View Lodge provides a practical base for travelers who prioritize affordability and proximity to nature over luxury amenities. It suits visitors who prefer independent, smaller-scale motels with a relaxed, homey charm rather than large chain hotels.
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We stayed there for our ski trip to Elk. Very close to the mountain, extra spacious rooms, clean and easy to check in. Right next to it is a tavern with delicious food- we had pancakes and lattes. The dinner items were tasty also- made from scratch soups, salads, pizza and pasta. Highly recommended!
My wife and I stayed at the The Mountain View Lodge on 25 Oct 2025. Other then the room being a little outdated we had no issues and would stay there again. They are making progress in updating the room. Clean, great beds, no smell and again overall no issues. We loved having the bar and restaurant next door. The bartenders we very nice and we were lucky to be there on Sat. when the band was playing. Great place.
I wish there were more independent motels like this one. It was clean and has some individual charm to it that you don't find with the big chains. We appreciated the snacks and water that were included. Just a nice place at a nice price. We'd definitely stay again.
Was a little out of the way but looked like a great spot to stop for the night and have some dinner. Unfortunately there was no information on kitchen hours online and we arrived late so could not try the food. Rooms were really spacious and bathtub was nice. We did have some trouble with the key lock box but overall the service was great.
I enjoyed my stay. Arrived late and left early. The keybox is a nice touch instead of a traditional check in process. Room was larger than expected and comfortable. Only issue was the paper next to the dining area said breakfast started at 7am. And by 7:30am it still wasn't open. Certainly not a deal breaker as the room had a coffee maker anyway. This was on a Sunday morning.
Very nice spacious, clean rooms. Tall windows and comfy bed. Check in is more like an airbnb (no front desk) and you have a code and key box to get into your room. Free snacks, coffee, and water bottles. Appreciated the simplicity and very good value!!
Fantastic experience! Frank really took care of us. We stayed here during our 2-day ski trip to Elk Mountain. The place is a real gem, and gave that "cozy mountain" feel we were looking for. And the tavern attached to it had great food and drink....we went there for dinner and to-go breakfast when heading for slopes. We can't wait to come back here.
Yes, off the beaten track. But really easy to get to! Super clean, very large room. Everything we needed at an excellent price! Had nice lodge-y look with red bricks also. Not fussy!! But soooo comfortable. The restaurant/bar/breakfast was excellent! Really nice people, great drinks, affordable prices. Doing the good things in a Great way! We hope to be back soon!
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