Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 9.6 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
Motel near Watkins Glen State Park
Located close to Watkins Glen International, Colonial Inn & Creamery has plenty to offer. 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.
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
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 at Colonial Inn & Creamery?
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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Colonial Inn & Creamery Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 410 reviews
10 - Excellent
162
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 410 reviews
8 - Good
123
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 410 reviews
6 - Okay
54
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 410 reviews
4 - Poor
46
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 410 reviews
2 - Terrible
25
7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Thank you, great stay!
Kimberly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Easy walk to Watkins glen park
Tim
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
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.
Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10
Room was nice property dirty and ubkept.
Tim
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
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!
Zachary
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Property seems very good for the money. The check in and check out is very user friendly and easy.
Neil
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Very pleasant stay. The host & hostess were outstanding. They are currently working on big improvements. I would definitely recommend
Darlene
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
4/10
Very run down and not very clean at all…very disappointing!
Jeremy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
4/10
When we arrived after 6pm the door to our room was open and the bed was unmade and uncleaned. The staff was very nice and friendly, but seemed very understaffed and somewhat unprofessional. Regardless of this, there Inn was full each night. Location, location, location
Diane
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
This inn was perfect our quick getaway. Great location and easy to access.
Melinda
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10
Very friendly staff and ideal location.
Our room fridge didn’t work, and the shower water went from scolding hot to colder every minute or so. Additionally the toilet didn’t consistently flush as it should.
Shannon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Work’s perfect for what I needed, thanks!!
Sandro
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Easy check in. Everything is clean and well stocked
Evan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10
This is a cheap 2 star motel at most.
Bed is comfortable and clean but that’s it.
No staff here most of the time. Even the coffee machine didn’t work in the morning and no one here to help.
Ellie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10
the room was clean but terrible, too old the bed is super uncomfortable I didn't have way to charge my phones, usually lamps have. it was just one night
Jackeline
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
2/10
No towels in our room. Check in procedures are bizarre. No one answers the phone.
Angelo
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10
The air conditioning unit was not clean or maintained. Obviously had thrown a coat of paint on the walls to mask improvements not done and really needed.
Margaret
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10
Great location. But overpriced for the accommodation. Small window unit type AC that will not cool the room when temps reach above 85. TV Remote control did not work. No trash bin in room. No soap supplied. Out of 5 days only once was I offered room service to clean the room or change sheets.
Woody
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Quiet n nice
KWAME
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Nice quiet stay with comfortable clean rooms
Justin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Very good hotel for the money.
Aliaksandr
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10
The outlets did not work, except by front window and bathroom. The queen size bed had an unsupported king size mattress. The shower handle fell off causing extreme hot water. The refrigerator was stained. A space heater was provided for the chilly temperatures.
Christoher
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Especially easy to access to Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake.
Jae
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
The owner was very polite and helpful. He was very accommodating and the Ice cream was delicious!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
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!!