Located close to Watkins Glen State Park, Colonial Inn & Creamery offers a serene retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind with outdoor furniture or get active at the nearby health club. Guests rave about the helpful staff and location.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (3)
Daily housekeeping
Air conditioning
Picnic area
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Cable TV service
Limited housekeeping
Free self-parking
Room options
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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1 Full Bed, Inn Style
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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1 Queen Bed, Inn Style
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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2 Bedroom Suite, Inn Style
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
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1 King Bed, Motel Style
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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2 Full Beds, Motel Style
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 32 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 48 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
When you stay at Colonial Inn & Creamery, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Watkins Glen International. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
What to do
Public winery tours
Access to nearby health club
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Virtual front desk
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1855
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Visual fire alarm
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Colonial Inn & Creamery offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Colonial Inn & Creamery does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Colonial Inn & Creamery?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Colonial Inn & Creamery?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial Inn & Creamery?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Colonial Inn & Creamery and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and access to a nearby health club.
What's the area around Colonial Inn & Creamery like?
Colonial Inn & Creamery is a short 2-minute walk from Watkins Glen State Park and 5 minutes' walk from The Tasting Room. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.
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Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Service staff
Ice cream
Towns
Bed
Restaurant
Pizza
Shower
Bathroom
Reviews
8/10 Very good
1 July 2025
The hotel was very convenient for our visit to Watkins Glen, only 5 minute walk with variety of restaurants nearby.
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 February 2025
This inn was perfect our quick getaway. Great location and easy to access.
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 July 2025
We booked the two rooms together with the shared bathroom. The rooms were cute and the check-in process was a breeze. However, it was difficult to sleep due to the parking lot light coming in the windows and no blackout curtains. I tried to contact the hotel about that issue as well as to ask for additional blankets but they never replied. We were able to get extra blankets from an employee we ran into in the hallway (the only one we saw over a two-day stay), but never a response from management. We loved the location though and overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Kasia
Kasia, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
20 June 2025
Run down inn
I booked a 2 night stay but left after 1. There were no towels, took over a half hour to get them, finding anyone who worked there was near impossible. The room was run down, ill equipped and seemed dirty. A very uncomfortable experience.
Good location. Great ice cream.
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 April 2025
Easy check in. Everything is clean and well stocked
Evan
Evan, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
7 July 2025
Disappointed Stay
The location was great but the room was terrible the only thing good in the room was the bed. The bathroom was terrible, the toilet, sink and tub were so close together you could barely use the toilet. There was no electricity in the bathroom for hair dryer or shaver. The only electrical plug was by the TV which was hidden by the dresser. Needs a little updating. The carpet was dirty. Thankfully we were only there for a coupe hours to sleep.
Marian
Marian, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
8 May 2025
The bed was comfortable. The sower small. The floor was dirty. It looks like they are doing some renovations and they are needed
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 February 2025
Quiet n nice
KWAME
KWAME, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 September 2024
Nice quiet stay with comfortable clean rooms
Justin
Justin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 August 2024
Very good hotel for the money.
Aliaksandr
Aliaksandr, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 June 2025
Overall the place is cute. The bed was actually very comfortable. There was no regular coffee out when we went down to get some and the pastries were the same from the night before. The bathroom does not have a door which I was not a fan of but we managed. The bathroom also needs hand towels and washclothes. I would stay again but hope they will put out fresh regular coffee for the morning. You have to text the inn as the front desk is not regualry manned and they never answered with several requests for a slightly later checkout. Even a no would have been better than no answer. Oh well. Id still stay again because the location is ideal and the bed was clean and comfy.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 September 2024
Especially easy to access to Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake.
Jae
Jae, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
The owner was very polite and helpful. He was very accommodating and the Ice cream was delicious!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
23 May 2025
Never again
Think of a boarding house with paper thin walls right on the main thoroughfare of the town. Guests up early into the morning talking right outside our door. Then beginning at 2:30 a.m. two people from the creamery (I guess) in the kitchen talking up a storm. Finally at 3:30 I had to get out of bed and ask them to be quiet. Next comes the trash truck at 4 a m. with it's back up beeper going off and clanging trash cans.
You can here every footstep on the creaking floors and every toilet that flushes.
ZERO sleep
edward
edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2025
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!!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
6 May 2025
Clean but small, uncomfortable bed
Bed and pillows were the worst. Both way too soft with no support. Cheap bedframe with no headboard so pillows kept slipping down the between the wall. Only one chair in the room. Shower very small and uncomfortable. Everything was clean and room was recently remodeled, they just need to focus more on comfort. We left a day early due to the bed.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
13 April 2025
Have to check in remotely. They send a link it was no good. Never responded to my ask for help. Stay someplace else.
william
william, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 July 2024
Nice area motel was good
michael
michael, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
22 March 2025
Disappointed and unhappy.
Disappointed with the stay .
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 July 2024
Excellent for our one-night stay. Convenient to restaurants and Watkins Glen Park
Doreen
Doreen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
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!
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2023
Ideal location to enjoy the local sites.
Ronn
Ronn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2023
Would stay here again.
Kyle
Kyle, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 July 2024
It was clean the own its amaze and parking was easy!