Colonial Inn & Creamery

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Dates

February 2025

March 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Parking included

Housekeeping

Free WiFi

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701 North Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

Watkins Glen State Park
‪2 min walk‬
The Tasting Room
‪5 min walk‬
Seneca Harbor
‪9 min walk‬
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
‪48 min drive‬

Room options

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

1 Queen Bed, Inn Style

Good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

Very good

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 King Bed, Motel Style

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

2 Full Beds, Motel Style

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Inn Style

Exceptional

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

Microwave

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

About this property

Colonial motel in Watkins Glen with free parking

Along with a picnic area, this motel has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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.

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

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Colonial Inn & Creamery's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Watkins Glen State Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Services include a virtual front desk
Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the location
Steps from Watkins Glen State Park and 5 minutes on foot from The Tasting Room

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.

Languages

English

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

Room amenities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Microwave

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 at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 security system and a first aid kit

This property does not have a front desk. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

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

Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

B

Travelled with partner

18 Oct 2024

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

16 Oct 2024

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

16 Oct 2024

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

15 Oct 2024

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

11 Oct 2024

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

6 Oct 2024

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

1 Oct 2024

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

1 Oct 2024

👍

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

James

24 Sept 2024

Not worth the money

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anjan

23 Sept 2024

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

Very close to Glen State. Not cheap. Old house. But overall good

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Justin

Travelled with family

21 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice quiet stay with comfortable clean rooms

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jae

14 Sept 2024

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

Especially easy to access to Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with family

9 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Really nice and easy to walk to shops and the Glen. Would stay again

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with partner

6 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Convenience and location was great. Walked to park/gorge/falls and to waterfront marina district. Room was showing its age but clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Travelled with family

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Peaceful & friendly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

2 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

1 Sept 2024

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

Lodging and ice cream!! You can’t go wrong!! Perfect location and close to everything Watkins Glen has to offer!! All walkable!! Fire oven pizza right next door!!! Not luxury but perfect for a cozy and inviting stay!!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed the cozy little room and the creamery on site! Would recommend Nickel’s BBQ in town as well as the Blackberry Inn Cafe for breakfast. The hotel is close to the state park and they let us keep our car there even after we checked out. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family

30 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good time

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina C.

28 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner

28 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quaint little place. Loved the keyless entry. First time ever doing such, I was glad help was on site when needed. Beautiful room, wonderful attentive staff. Ice cream couldn't be closer. It was amazing. I will stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

caroline

26 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aliaksandr

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

Very good hotel for the money.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

RAPHAELE

Travelled with partner

17 Aug 2024

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

We got a room that was rather underwhelming for the $200 we paid to stay at this inn. It was very small, very dated, with a bunch of stuff put on top of each other to save space - microwave in front of A/C unit, tv on top of dresser hiding the mirror. Some of the outlets didn’t have a cover and the carpet looked very old and musty. The inn doesn’t offer extras like toothbrush and toothpaste that we forgot - instead we were told that there was a Walmart down the road to get what we needed. I would expect this place to charge $100 at the most for a night. The only plus was the location and easy parking.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024