GROSS! The Vestal Motel looks as though it was furnished through an estate sale. There were bugs and dust in the floorboard heaters (that are still there even though heat is supplied via a window unit) and there was no ice or bottled water available on the premesis. The bathroom was tiny, the toilet was loose and the shower had... More

A Harpur alumnus, I was in town for Homecoming Weekend. I had read the motel's reviews and called to book a room. Glad I did. Clerk was very friendly and helpful. Resident black lab friendly also. Owner does have a number of Cadillac collectibles at the motel. Room was clean. Furnishings were not new but in good shape. Bed very... More

I cannot really express how much I like the Vestal Motel. When I started as a student in Binghamton the "living arrangements" the university held for me were completely inadequate. I went through place after place and finally found the Vestal Motel by its neon sign off of the Vestal Parkway. The owner is gracious and immediately made me feel... More

We wanted to stay in Binghamton after seeing a ballgame, but all the motels were full, except one crummy chain that wanted $79 + tax for a smoking room. We decided to hit the old highway after the game and see what happened. I spotted the neon sign, and we decided to check it out. It's a design popular in... More