Colony House Motor Lodge offers budget motel lodging in Richmond, VA with free Wi-Fi and parking. Close to Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Maymont.
Visitors appreciate the motel’s large, clean rooms and the welcoming, helpful staff. While the property offers basic amenities and a quiet atmosphere, some practical drawbacks and mixed experiences suggest it suits travelers prioritizing simplicity and location over luxury.
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Colony House Motor Lodge is a modest motel located on Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond, VA. It offers basic lodging accommodations with free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking, catering to travelers seeking practical amenities without the extras like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center. The property is rated 2.7 based on 122 guest reviews, reflecting a mix of experiences from visitors.
Guests have noted that rooms tend to be larger than expected and generally clean, with some highlighting updated features like televisions and functional heating and air conditioning. The atmosphere is described as quiet and laid-back, with friendly staff who are actively working to maintain and improve the property. While the motel lacks luxury services, it provides a straightforward option for those who prioritize convenience and a budget-friendly stay.
The location offers easy access to several notable Richmond attractions including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Maymont estate, both highly rated by visitors. Proximity to Richmond International Airport, about a 26-minute drive away, enhances ease of arrival and departure. Nearby, several other motels offer alternative options for travelers exploring this part of the city.
This motor lodge suits guests focused on sightseeing and practical lodging rather than extensive on-site amenities. Visitors interested in nearby cultural sites and those passing through the area will find Colony House Motor Lodge a reasonable choice, keeping in mind the varied reviews that reflect ongoing improvements and a no-frills approach.
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Actually rooms were nicer than I expected and large.
This place has good people nice people running it they're fixing up the rooms just as fast as they can those summer tearing them up just as fast as they fix them up but it's a good place to stay and know that you're not going to be crawling with bugs
I am very pleased with the place. Lots of fun stuff to do in the area and stores nearby .
Flip in the ER last night well at least they let me know idea I was staying there tell me 14 hours even cab voucher but this place isn't included in there my review stands as it does
Large clean rooms definitely a diamond in the rough !! No bed bugs or roaches , quiet also. Updated tv , heat and air works great.
Real good people and GOD Bless us all in yhawah NAME we will have faith in the world and everything and everyone is for our LORD will have faith in yhawah NAME AMEN forever GOD got us all AMEN forever
Very nice staff and room are pretty decent as well... No surprise "relatives" or holes in the walls! Very quiet here! I would be coming back
Man the people at the motor are the cooliest Kat's I know it's chill laid back and they work with you me and fiance Jessica Hugh's soon to be West appreciate these people here thank yll
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