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Colonial Inn & Creamery

2.5 star property
Colonial motel in Watkins Glen with free parking

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Reception
Indoor wedding
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
701 North Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891
  • Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Tasting Room
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Seneca Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 1 Full Bed, Inn Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed, Inn Style

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Motel Style

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Full Beds, Motel Style

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Inn Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Inn Style

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 1 Full Bed, Inn Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Watkins Glen

Colonial Inn & Creamery places you steps from Watkins Glen State Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of The Tasting Room. Highlights at this Colonial motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Watkins Glen motel, you'll find Watkins Glen International.
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What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Tasting Room - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castel Grisch Winery - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bucket Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kookalaroc’s Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn & Creamery

Colonial motel in Watkins Glen with free parking
Colonial Inn & Creamery offers its guests a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Watkins Glen motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1855
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Colonial Inn & Creamery offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1855
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Colonial Inn Motel Watkins Glen
Colonial Watkins Glen
The Colonial Inn Motel
Colonial Inn & Creamery Motel
Colonial Inn & Creamery Watkins Glen
Colonial Inn & Creamery Motel Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Colonial Inn & Creamery offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Yep, Colonial Inn & Creamery has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Yep, Colonial Inn & Creamery is a short 18-minute walk from Watkins Glen Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, Colonial Inn & Creamery does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 400 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed and unhappy.

Disappointed with the stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bob

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

$91 you get what you pay for.

The rooms are very bare bones, which is fine at this price point. The office was very good about sending login information and the check Inwas easy. The room was really hot and turning down the heat didn’t matter. We ended up leaving the windows open in Mid March. The hotel is on the main road and the traffic was really loud. I didn’t think there would be so much traffic but there was was. Finally, when one of the other room flushed their toilet, ours would gurgle really loudly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This inn was perfect our quick getaway. Great location and easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

KWAME

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet n nice
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robbie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute room, extremely comfortable and clean. My only issue I had was with the heat, it was freezing all night but otherwise, it was quiet and cozy! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner was very polite and helpful. He was very accommodating and the Ice cream was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY

Soiled linens, dirty floors, space heater, no smoke detector/fire alarm, leaking Bathroom sink, no garbage can in room. Never stayed in room, had to go and buy another room at a CLEAN motel up the street. Asked for refund from Colonial Inn & Hotels.com, which we never received…. Awful service at Coloniel & Hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great Location, Price, Good Value

Checkin was so smoothly delivered I thought I was doing something wrong! I was messaged a code for the front door and my room door. There was a message regarding sending a deposit via a link in the message, which I inquired could be done in-person. Location wise the venue is a win. Vibe wise it felt like “spending the night in nana’s attic,” which is comfortable and homely. Bed was firm, fridge and microwave provided, all amenities were serviceable. It was easy to explore town, even if I visited off-season. Only gripe is that I did have a bug or two to kill, yet the bedding and otherwise was clean for me.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We checked ourselves in around 9:30 pm. There was no instructions on how to turn on the heat and I didn't get any response when trying to reach out to the staff via emails, text message or phone calls (still nothing throughoutour stay). We spent the first night without heat in 30-degree weather. Another guest showed us where to turn it on the next day (the switch is behind a recliner). Great location but literally 0 service or communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Perfect location! ALL 🚶‍♂️ DISTANCE!

Everything that would satisfy a bachelor looking to hike the Watkins Glen, hit up downtown in walking distance and not break the bank. Previous reviews were correct, though, per not having a chair in the room. I simply used the lawnchair in my suv. Problem solved. I enjoyed Landon's 🍕, and drove up to Solera brewery, Scale brewery and the Finger Lakes distillery. The Watkins Glen liquor store has good variety, prices are decent. Arrived at the Glen at 8:30am on a Wednesday, and I was the only one there til 9am-still very few people. Good times! Cheers PS The pizza they provide was closed for the season, so hit up Landons.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is not a Ritz Carlton, or even a Hampton Inn. It is a small motel with sparse amenities and a bit rough around the edges. We had a space heater in the room, much needed as the trip was cold and rainy. What this place does offer is a friendly staff, perfect location for visiting Watkins Glen state park, and nearby main strip of restaurants. Literally 2 block walk to the park, no need to drive and park. Also plenty of decent eats within walking distance, AND a good brewery! Mario and his crew were friendly, helpful and responsive, I highly recommend this place for a couple day visit to the park and surrounding areas. If you require upscale, perfect accommodation, this may not be the place for you, but it was perfect for our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was a oil space heater to heat the room ? that dosent even seem legal? there was not any water cups or trash cans in the room ? there wasnt a refrigator as advertised there was not a chair in the room ? just bed . it was a clean room except for the dywall dust I think the owner is trying but just shouldnt have rented a room the was not ready to be rented . but the pics on the internet looked good ?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Arielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient to food options and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Eric

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The noise from the Main Street was horrific. Even with blankets over windows and ac running to mitigate noise, there was barely sleep. Only after 3 am when truck traffic and locals were asleep did it quiet so the kids could sleep. My family didn’t stay the second night and found other accommodations. Due to paid in full ahead of Time, attempting a refund for 2nd night but it may be lost. It was worth finding other accommodations and spend more than to remain. The inn keeper made a special remark that it’s a 7 day warning to cancel the second night - how was I suppose to know 7 days ahead of time at a place I’ve never stayed… that it would be the worst night sleep at a lodging I’d ever had to cancel the second night. Very little empathy, especially for the kids. The inn was nice otherwise and enjoyed the building and history. But I’d not be returning. I do hope this posting is kept up for others to read, and I’m sure others had a better experience. But not for the other two folks I spoke to in the hallway the next morning. Wish it was better - was excited about the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Colonial Inn and Creamery review

There was a little confusion about a room change. We did not get another email for the update. But the motel was not unmanned as previously stated, and Mario figured it all out and accommodated us with a very nice room. He was also helpful with info on the area. Coffee at all hours in the common area was nice and the bed very comfortable. Best of all, we could walk the 4 minutes to Watkins Glen state park.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was fantastic and location was within walking distance to everything. I do know that there is remodeling going on but Room 8A very dated. Questionable stains on old carpet, bed had big dip in middle and window AC did not fit window properly so flies entered and had to put towel up. The rocking chairs in front were a great place to sit and enjoy the amazing ice cream.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024