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Colonial Inn & Creamery

2.5 star property
Colonial motel near Watkins Glen State Park

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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701 North Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seneca Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Full Beds, Motel Style

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Motel Style

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed, Inn Style

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Inn Style

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Watkins Glen

In state park.Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Watkins Glen State Park and The Tasting Room. Also, Seneca Harbor is within half a mile (1 km) and International Motor Racing Research Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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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 - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Watkins Glen International - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pudgies Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Seneca Harbor Station - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn & Creamery

Colonial motel near Watkins Glen State Park
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 irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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
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 each 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

How close is Colonial Inn & Creamery to the airport?

Colonial Inn & Creamery is 21.4 mi (32-min drive) away from the Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Inn & Creamery on Dec 1, 2025 start from $59.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colonial Inn & Creamery.

How close is Colonial Inn & Creamery to the beach?

This motel is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Watkins Glen Beach.

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery offer free breakfast?

Colonial Inn & Creamery does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

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

Is there free parking at Colonial Inn & Creamery?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery have a pool?

Colonial Inn & Creamery does not have a pool.

Does Colonial Inn & Creamery have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial Inn & Creamery to downtown Watkins Glen?

Colonial Inn & Creamery is 0.2 mi away from Watkins Glen.

Reviews

Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 519 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

WILLIAM, CATONSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was fine however there was no controllable heat in the room. It was freezing all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

WILLIAM, CATONSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was fine however there was no controllable heat in the room. It was freezing all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Great location, close to everything by foot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here several times and every time is was wonderful!!! Great staff, rooms are so clean and comfortable and the homemade ice cream shoppe on premises is to die for!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

DONALD

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to nearby restaurants, bars and breweries. Walking distance to Watkins Glen State Park. Room was clean. Property needs a little sprucing up, however I would return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LIsa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Right in the downtown area. First floor of inn was noisy. Parking lot light shined thru window. Room was good but could use some updating and maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Old not well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Walking distance to all of downtown Watkins Glen. Clean and comfortable Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranjini

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff serving icecream on Aug 4 around 7:30 pm was rude. Deliberately kept ignoring us when I asked him till what time they were open. I asked him 3 times for him to respond. He was not busy but just kept ignoring like h dint hear us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Strongly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed wasn't firm at all and the overall condition of the room was poor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alessandra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sewage…

Nice pizza and ice cream connected to the inn, but in the end our two rooms had sewage coming up the shower pipes. Half of us didn’t end up showering before we checked out. The management just said they would get it fixed and didn’t offer to find another shower for us or anything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was walking distance to where I was going. I liked the room small and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nhung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really cute little inn, very affordable and a great stop that is close to the falls and other good eats. You get free ice cream for staying which is a bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pictures online show beautiful, updated rooms, but the one we were given had shag carpet and looked dated. The problem was that my boyfriend is allergic to carpets. Nothing was done by the administration to fix the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

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

Worse than bad

Worst experience ever unbelievable and do not stay here. Dated and unclean would give a 0 if could. Look deeper into the reviews
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

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

Motel Room Hell

No food service even though there were tables. No toiletries. (Shampoo or soap).No blankets. Had to buy my own trash bags. No one around to check you in or out. Lots of flies. Free ice cream. I was dependent on other family members for transportation so I ate a hotdog from 7-11 each morning for breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room number 1, the room was clean but had a moldy, musty smell and since the floor was soft near the door, id assume there was some water damage at some point and that is why it smelled like that. Also a queen bed on top of a full size frame and it causes a dip in the middle of the bed. Other than that everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walking distance to everything that I want! I had so much ice cream love it...definitely coming back thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET, LEXINGTON

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025