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Colony House Motor Lodge

Property class: 2.5
Roanoke hotel in Franklin-Colonial area

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Seasonal outdoor pool
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a yellow suitcase, and a potted plant.
Exterior
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a kitchenette.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3560 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA, 24014
  • Place, Tanglewood Mall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Berglund Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Valley View Mall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a painting, and a bathroom with a mirror.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a window.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Drive Up Deluxe King

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a nightstand, a wall with a colorful abstract design, and a painting of a red boat.

Drive Up Deluxe King

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a window.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a painting, and a bathroom with a mirror.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a painting, and a bathroom with a mirror.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Suite

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Signature Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Drive Up Double Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a painting, and a bathroom with a mirror.

Drive Up Double Queen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a patterned carpet.

Drive Up King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pets Allowed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a nightstand, a wall with a colorful abstract design, and a painting of a red boat.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pets Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Roanoke

Franklin-Colonial stay.Your stay at this Franklin-Colonial hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tanglewood Mall and River's Edge Sports Complex. Mill Mountain Park and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tanglewood Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Center in the Square - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Berglund Center - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Valley View Mall - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Hollins University - 22 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 12 min drive
  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Great 611 Steak Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Colony House Motor Lodge

Roanoke hotel in Franklin-Colonial area
Colony House Motor Lodge offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Colony House Motor Lodge also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Colony House Motor Lodge was completed in June 2025.

This Roanoke hotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Colony House Motor Lodge offers 67 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Roanoke hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 23 and close October 01.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Colony House Motor Lodge to the airport?

Colony House Motor Lodge is 8.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colony House Motor Lodge?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colony House Motor Lodge on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $176, excluding 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.

Does Colony House Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colony House Motor Lodge.

Does Colony House Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Colony House Motor Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Colony House Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Colony House Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Colony House Motor Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Colony House Motor Lodge have a pool?

Colony House Motor Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Colony House Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Colony House Motor Lodge to downtown Roanoke?

Colony House Motor Lodge is 2.8 mi away from Roanoke.

Colony House Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Waltieria

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfy and affordable. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a real quaint place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean room. Was everything we needed for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay ever
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with this motel. It was clean. The beds were comfortable and perfect for our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, ample parking, spacious room, pet friendly, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was very clean. Very happy i stayed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so cute! Looks new. Was very clean and the staff was awesome! Good coffee to start the day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

DIEGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was good. The property is newly renovated. Conditions were very satisfactory.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Micheline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was adorable and very clean. Loved my stay. Will stay again if I have the chance!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable and fun place to stay, particularly for those of us who remember traveling by car in the 50s and 60s and stopping for the night at motels.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay! Excellent Staff and well kept. The rooms are amazing -loved the 60’s retro look very well updated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing. We loved the spacious room and the great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous renovations!! Super cute touches in the room and great service!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Everything was new. Loved the retro theme.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean it squeaks! Cute! Comfy beds and love the bathroom mirror with the lights and defroster! All staff were super nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet and conveniently located lodge at a reasonable price. It was just remodeled in retro style, which is very neat. Lots of parking. No breakfast but coffee and tea station is open all day. This hotel was a very pleasant surprise. We travel to Roanoke often so we definitely will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only able to stay for a short amount of time but everything was amazing. The room was spacious, the bathroom very clean and the bed comfortable. The staff was very nice and helpful. The overall feel is very charming and we can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great VERY CLEAN rooms and quiet atmosphere. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, love the vibe of the room, super stay overall. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and very comfortable, staff very friendly, will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean, the retro decor was so charming and the staff was friendly and welcoming. You can tell the level of care the owners put into restoring this property. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025