Colonial Inn & Creamery

2.5 star property
Colonial motel in Watkins Glen with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Colonial Inn & Creamery

Front of property
Exterior
Hiking
Vineyard
1 Queen Bed, Inn Style

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

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
    9 min walk
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    48 min drive

Room options

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Motel Style

Highlights

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

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Highlights

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

1 Queen Bed, Inn Style

Highlights

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

2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

Highlights

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

1 King Bed, Motel Style

Highlights

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

2 Full Beds, Motel Style

Highlights

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

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed, Inn Style

Highlights

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

1 Full Bed, Inn Style

Highlights

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

1 Queen Bed, Motel Style

Highlights

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

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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. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Watkins Glen motel include Seneca Harbor and Watkins Glen Beach.

What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Tasting Room - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 9 min drive - 7.3 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

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

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

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 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.

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

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Inn & Creamery on 3 Dec 2024 start from AU$168.56, including 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.

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.

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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 348 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 348 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 348 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 348 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 348 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

RAPHAELE

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stamatia, Chelmsford

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is really adorable but definitely needs some updating. The room had beautiful wallpaper, cable tv, and air conditioning but the carpets were torn in spots and they felt dirty. The bathroom floor was also so sticky, my feet were dirty after walking around barefoot. There is also no outlet in the bathroom and there’s no full length mirrors. It is self check in and there wasn’t any people around, it didn’t feel very welcoming. Our mini fridge in our room froze everything we put in overnight. Having the ice cream parlor and room with games and books was a great touch, very old town charm. Location is prime. Walking distance to Watkins Glen State Park, Lake Seneca pier, and lots of restaurants and shops right on the same road. Free and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and perfect location
Very cozy stay and absolutely prime location for going to Watkins Glen SP. I walked there from the inn, only took a few minutes. Will definitely stay again someday!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill, BEREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Doreen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for our one-night stay. Convenient to restaurants and Watkins Glen Park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Praveen, New Hyde Park

Travelled with partner
We didn’t like that the house keeping did not come to clean the room and the bed was not at all comfortable (the mattress needs to be replaced). The bathroom was very conjusted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got in super late, but the directions for entry were fairly simple. We met the proprietors the next morning and we laughed about it in the morning. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

casey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean the own its amaze and parking was easy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere. Could use a reading chair in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

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

10/10 Excellent

albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was just a walking distance from the state park. Staff were very friendly and accommodating esp Paige. Room was very clean and was already ready when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kai-Volker

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is old and the room clearly showed it. There is need for remodeling. Thought it was overpriced. The only positive experience was that everything is in walking distance (the State Park, the lake and downtown).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

michael

Nice area motel was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Peanut Butter ice cream at the creamery was FANTASTIC! The staff made us feel special throughout our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location & Excellent Service!
The manager/ employee on site was very helpful with local tips, served us ice cream an hour before their shop opened, and the stay was comfortable/ convenient to walk around town because of the location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute and Cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

kimberly

Liked: Amenities
Stayed here for one night during IMSA races. Room was fine and clean. Nothing special but bed was comfy and a/c worked well. Whole online/virtual check in thing was a little confusing at times but I eventually figured it out and property did respond to my questions. Creamery built in to hotel so it did get a little noisy at times but by bedtime all was quiet. Also it’s a perfect location in heart of Watkins Glen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024