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A reception area with a desk, two chairs, a potted plant, a framed picture, and a bulletin board.

A parking lot with several cars, a building with a red roof, and trees in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a lamp, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A motel with a parking lot, several cars parked in front, and autumn-colored trees in the background.

1. Cortland Motel

Cortland

Melissa

$74 nightly

$84 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a wall-mounted sign.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, a kitchen counter with various appliances, and a view of the adjacent room.

A Microtel Inn by Wyndham hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

2. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Binghamton

Binghamton

Rebecca

$88 nightly

$103 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel lobby with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wall, a fireplace, comfortable seating areas with sofas and chairs, and a bar area with stools.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a desk with a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital display, and a sign that reads "Comfort Inn."

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a stone accent wall.

3. Comfort Inn Binghamton I-81

Binghamton

Kiara

$91 nightly

$103 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A living room with orange patterned sofas, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a coffee station, a door, a trash can, and a potted plant.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a clear sign indicating 'MAXIMUM CLEARANCE'.

4. Motel 6 Binghamton, NY

Binghamton

Donna

$90 nightly

$102 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a red fence, and yellow flowers.

A brick building with a sign for Meadow Court Inn.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

A bedroom with two beds, each with floral bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

5. Meadow Court Inn

Ithaca

Valentin

$62 nightly

$73 total

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a parking lot and a covered outdoor area.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large clock.

6. Cayuga Blu Hotel

Ithaca

QING

$104 nightly

$118 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

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How can I get cheap hotels in Marathon?

Best tips to find a cheap hotel in Marathon

If you're looking to travel to Marathon on a budget, you'll be happy to know that you can find hotels for as low as $84. Of course, that price is affected by amenities, star rating, and even the time of year you visit. At most, hotel prices can be as high as $178. Staying a short amount of time in Marathon is an effective way to reduce hotel costs.
When you cut your vacation down to just a few days, you don't have to worry as much about hotel prices since you don't have that many nights to stay. For budget hotels in Marathon, 3 to 4 days should be all the nights you need. That's generally enough to enjoy the city's top attractions, though there's certainly enough to do to warrant a week-long trip.
When booking cheap hotel rooms in Marathon, it's typically best to book about 3 weeks in advance. Book further in advance than that and you could be paying too much for your room, as hotels will often overestimate future demand. However, if you wait too long, you might find that the hotel has been completely booked.
When you utilize search filters on Expedia, you'll be able to narrow down your results in a flash. These search filters cover a wide variety of factors you may be interested in when it comes to finding a cheap hotel in Marathon, including amenities such as Free Breakfast, 2-star rating, or proximity to local attractions. You can even set filters for price limits to ensure that all the displayed results are within your budget.

Top Marathon Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Binghamton

8/10 Good

"Breakfast 👎"

Hotel Ithaca

10/10 Excellent

"The building is new. The staff is very nice and friendly. The rooms are very clean and quiet and comfortable. We will continue to choose to stay if we will go again."

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

Meadow Court Inn

8/10 Good

"Great location, nothing fancy but it worked out well with the fridge and micro. Great shower. Hot water and good pressure."

The Springwater Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I chose this since my usual places weren't available. A pleasant surprise, both in price and location. Outside still looks bit older but inside brand new and clean. Well-working amenities. Heated mirror! Quality complimentary breakfast. I would come back."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast. Convenient location near Treman. Pool is quite small. Bed and pillows are awesome. Fairly quiet."

Frequently asked questions

What is Marathon like for travelers on a budget?

Discover low cost places to stay in Marathon on Expedia.com and plan a trip that sticks within your budget. You can browse a variety of hotels and other types of accommodation with Member Prices to score great deals. Guided by our site's convenient page filters, you can limit results by price per night, or by top amenities like free breakfast and free airport transportation. If you're hoping for reasonable options around local sights, such as Tuller Hill State Forest or Peck Memorial Library, try out the location filters to narrow down your search. While you browse, use the heart button to save your favorites so that it's easy to find them when you're ready to decide. Need a car or a flight too? Take your pick of the Bundle and Save travel packages and discover big savings by arranging transportation at the same time.

When is the best time for a budget trip to Marathon?

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Marathon, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 27°F. The snowiest months in Marathon are January, March, December, and February, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Marathon?

You don't need to spend big to take advantage of things to see and do in Marathon. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Tuller Hill State Forest, Cornell Botanic Gardens, or Otsiningo Park.

How can I get to Marathon and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Marathon can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), situated 14.1 mi (22.8 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton), which is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) away. Marathon might not have very many public transit options so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.

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