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Mother Earth Motor Lodge

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and a low wall with large windows.
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and cozy chair.
Enjoy a game of mini-golf, bocce, or ping pong in this outdoor recreational area.
Stunning hallway with a beautiful landscape painting and a comfortable seating area.
Outdoor space with a brick wall, metal table, and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a nearby playground.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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501 N Herritage St, Kinston, NC, 28501
  • CSS Neuse II
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Grainger Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Kinston Music Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a desk with a chair.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, desk, and TV.

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Restful retreat with a vibrant bedspread, bedside tables, and a headboard.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and cozy chair.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

Cozy retreat with a vibrant bedspread, wooden desk, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Cozy retreat with a large bed, nightstand, desk, and wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kinston

Mother Earth Brewing is within a 5-minute walk of Mother Earth Motor Lodge while other popular sites like CSS Neuse II are within a 15-minute stroll. This 44-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Mother Earth Brewing - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • CSS Neuse II - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grainger Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kinston Music Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lions Water Adventure - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Nuevo Tequila Mexic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Mother Earth Motor Lodge

Family-friendly motel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Mother Earth Motor Lodge, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this family-friendly motel include a microwave in a common area, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include ironing boards and desks.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1963
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Mother Earth Motor Lodge Kinston
Mother Earth Motor Kinston
Mother Earth Motor
Mother Earth Motor Lodge Motel
Mother Earth Motor Lodge Kinston
Mother Earth Motor Lodge Motel Kinston

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Mother Earth Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Kinston, and it's within a 10-minute walk of CSS Neuse II, Mother Earth Brewing, and Neuseway Nature Park. You'll also find Grainger Stadium and Kinston Music Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Mother Earth Motor Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Mother Earth Motor Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Mother Earth Motor Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include hydromassage showerheads and pool views.

Are there hot tubs at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mother Earth Motor Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mother Earth Motor Lodge serves free continental breakfast from its snack bar.

Will Mother Earth Motor Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Mother Earth Motor Lodge for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Mother Earth Motor Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

The closest major airport to Mother Earth Motor Lodge is Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville), which is about 27.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mother Earth Motor Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mother Earth Motor Lodge.

Mother Earth Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 610 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed to catch a baseball game at Grainger. First time here. Excellent price. Cooler vintage property with mini golf, pool, outdoor ping pong, and a generally retro aesthetic. Standard room with king sized bed is a little small, but perfect for one night swinging through Kinston. Set AC to lowest temp (who doesn’t), but room ran a little warm all night. Nonetheless, excellent value, good location, easy to get around downtown Kinston. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess

Great stay.

Excellent stay! Highly recommend. Close to many restaurants and bars. Staff is super friendly and the hotel comes with many extras.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome gem of a place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely a 10 out of 10

What a cute place to stay! The 60s motif is fun. However there is also attention to small details that make this an enjoyable stay. Beds are great, pillows are plenty, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in shower in large containers on the shower wall and not in small bottles. There's even makeup remover. So that's the room detail, next is the charming atmosphere outside. They have a pool, miniature golf, pingpong and shuffle board. The one slight negative that we noticed was a large ant hill near the miniature golf that needs baiting. But that happens down here. They have a decorative gate around the hotel that brings fun and security together. Room doors are facing the pool and not the street making it a very safe place to stay. Those who smoke have a secure area inside the gate that's away from everything else. Again, security seems to be a big priority for them. Inside the lobby are very friendly staff who answered every question we had. There's fresh popcorn in the lobby and they had several snack and drink options available for purchase. They also sell cute items with their logo. Check in and check out was a breeze and my request for a first floor room was known when I arrived and provided. I noticed they have breakfast options though I didn't partake. I can say they have great tasting coffee in 16 oz cups with lids! I will be staying there every time I go to the area for genealogy research. It's a great small hotel with big amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to find, great for walking, and near an awesome Farmers market. I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Mother Earth!

Amazing staff at front desk made our early arrival easy! So friendly and happy to help with everything! We love this place! The pool area is so pretty and relaxing! Don’t come to Kinston and stay anywhere else!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
To be a Hotel chain you should have wash cloths to replace immediately upon servicing a room. Other than that the hotel was rather good, decently priced, love the gated entry if you stayed upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blast from the past

Nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin, Newport News

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is AMAZING
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mother Earth Motor Lodge was exactly as described on their website. We would absolutely stay again and recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cyndi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and wonderful! Cute place and a cute town! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fun!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Always stay at Mother Earth Travel Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is like stepping into the 70s and a lot of fun. Staff is always friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahmeah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay with friendly helpful staff, a great included breakfast and wonderful amenities to enjoy with your family!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malik

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice trip , beds was nice enough room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit. Hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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