The phrase is a recurring name across video games, horror media, and real-world locations, often serving as a play on the famous " Bates Motel " from the movie Psycho . Most Common References

: In this mobile mystery game, a "Gates Motel" appears on a map within the character Hannah’s phone, which players often speculate is a purposeful nod to the Psycho franchise.

: There is a 2016 survival horror game titled Gates Motel where players must survive a night in a creepy locale and solve puzzles to escape. Real-World Locations

: A real Gates Motel is located at 995 Buffalo Rd in Rochester, NY. It sits on the historic site of the Curry Homestead, a prominent local landmark from the 1800s.

: It is frequently used in online "IT-themed" games or puns as a stand-in for "Bates Motel".