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Colonial Inn & Creamery

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy the best of both worlds at this Watkins Glen retreat - outdoor relaxation space for nature lovers and WiFi connectivity for those staying in touch

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Just steps from Watkins Glen State Park, Colonial Inn & Creamery offers a peaceful base for exploring. Guests love the helpful staff and location, enjoying in-room WiFi, outdoor seating, or keeping fit at the nearby health club.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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)

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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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Full Beds, Motel Style

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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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 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

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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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Watkins Glen, Colonial Inn & Creamery is in a state park. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Watkins Glen travel guide
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701 North Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen State Park, New York
    Watkins Glen State Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wood deck and building in the Finger Lakes overlooking vineyards and Seneca Lake
    The Tasting Room
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset at Seneca Lake, New York
    Seneca Harbor
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Motor Racing Research Center
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Watkins Glen Beach
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • Dunkin'
    8 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn & Creamery

Motel near Watkins Glen State Park
Colonial Inn & Creamery provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Colonial Inn & Creamery include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves and daily housekeeping

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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

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 Colonial Inn & Creamery pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Colonial Inn & Creamery located?

Situated in a state park, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Watkins Glen State Park and The Tasting Room. Seneca Harbor and International Motor Racing Research Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 534 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location and close to the park. I most definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, Very attentive and helpful. The Inn was very clean and quaint. Would definitely stay there again! Thank you a positive experience for our stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Marlou

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this place is all walking distance especially The Watkins Glen State Park, dining and shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

guy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very convenient for our visit to Watkins Glen, only 5 minute walk with variety of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and it's clean we loved
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property owner was great. Very friendly and welcoming. Great location. Perfect walking distance to the Gorge and Seneca Lake. The room was clean. Our bed was a bit soft but slept well. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Amenities
Super friendly staff. Nice clean room. Easy parking. We were able to leave the car there and walk to the Park despite checking out. ALSO - You can’t beat the free ice cream ❗️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owners are fantastic! The ice cream was delicious! You can’t beat the location! The facilities were old fashioned, but well cared for. And I feel they compensated for that with a very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent sized rooms TV remote was tough to use but other than that it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

Great place to stay in Watkins Glen

Superb location. Quiet, homey and cool despite the hot weather. Two minute walk to Watkins Glen State Park. Great ice cream and pizza. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

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

4/10 Poor

George

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We didn’t expect a fantastic hotel for the price, but we were disappointed by a doorknob coming off, a broken cabinet drawer, and their free wifi would not come up for my wife and I. The AC filter was also filthy and we had to clean it before using the AC. The location is right in the middle of town, and check in and check out is super easy, so that was the hotel’s saving grace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and they made the process for check in and check out seemless. The ice cream onsite was great. Parking was easy and the instructions they provided were very clear about the whole check in process.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to Watkins glen park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's located right in the heart of the cute downtown and has both an adorable ice cream shop and wood oven pizza truck out front. The renovated rooms are tastefully appointed and clean as a whistle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easiest check-in ever (as long as you followed the emailed instructions), and AMAZING location! Rooms are nicely updated very clean, too! Easy walk to Watkins Glen!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property seems very good for the money. The check in and check out is very user friendly and easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very respectful staff, easy check in and check out, clean rooms, and right in town so everything was in walkable distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

8/10 Good

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property. However it’s clean, bright and close to restaurants and shopping downtown. Also you receive a free ice cream daily when you stay here. It’s delicious! Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Colonial Inn

Bed was broken, Towel holder broken, Toilet didn’t flush properly. Very noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet stay with comfortable clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness
the room could have been cleaner. we ran out of toilet paper. We noticed that there was no smoke detector. We had to hook up a different TV to replace the one that had a black streak running down the screen. There were several bathroom tiles that were completely broken loose. It was a convenient location though and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025