Colonial Inn & Creamery

Colonial motel in Watkins Glen with free parking

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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Room options

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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

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 Twin Bed

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Watkins Glen

Colonial Inn & Creamery places you next to Watkins Glen State Park and within a 5-minute walk of The Tasting Room. This 14-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

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What's nearby

Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
The Tasting Room - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Seneca Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Castel Grisch Winery - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles

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 features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available.

Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include microwaves, ironing boards, and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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

Languages

English

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$220 nightly

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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 elevator
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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

Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Service animals exempt from fees

Property 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Is free cancellation available at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Colonial Inn & Creamery offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Colonial Inn & Creamery?

Guests positively rate the motel's walkable location in Watkins Glen, just steps from Watkins Glen State Park, and within a 10-minute walk of The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor. You'll also find Watkins Glen Beach and International Motor Racing Research Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

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

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery feature a casino at the property?

No, Colonial Inn & Creamery doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

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

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Colonial Inn & Creamery doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Colonial Inn & Creamery though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Colonial Inn & Creamery?

The closest major airport to Colonial Inn & Creamery is Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is 21.4 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is around 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Colonial Inn & Creamery.

Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Traveled with family

May 21, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Walkable distance to Gorge.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler

May 16, 2025

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

Clean quiet room at a good rate. Bed is comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Traveled with group

Apr 9, 2025

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

Easy check in. Everything is clean and well stocked

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Mar 22, 2025

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

Mar 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bob

Traveled with group

Mar 11, 2025

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

Traveled with group

Feb 23, 2025

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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Feb 14, 2025

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

Quiet n nice

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robbie

Jan 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Jan 23, 2025

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 traveler

Traveled with family

Dec 30, 2024

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

Traveled with family

Dec 21, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Dec 11, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Dec 1, 2024

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

Nov 23, 2024

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

Nov 9, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Nov 4, 2024

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.

Nov 2, 2024

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

Traveled with partner

Oct 18, 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

Traveled with partner

Oct 16, 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

Oct 16, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Oct 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very convenient to food options and attractions.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Eric

Traveled with family and small children

Oct 11, 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

Oct 6, 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

Traveled with partner

Oct 1, 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