14 Best Hotels in New Haven, Mystic, and the Coast, Connecticut

The views of Stonington Harbor and Fishers Island Sound are spectacular from this waterfront inn in the heart of Stonington Borough. Each guest room is individually decorated, most have gas fireplaces, and most have whirlpool or oversize soaking tubs.

The Blake has been attracting visitors to the Elm City ever since it opened in 2019 with its downtown location, full ground-level restaurant, and glass-covered, open-air rooftop bar. The modern rooms are appointed with a host of amenities including daily coffee service, and range from 350 square feet to 600 square feet.

Part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, Connecticut's only beachfront boutique hotel has seen many updates and upgrades over its 100-year history, but it remains one of the most beautiful and relaxing spots along the coast. The hotel's front yard and private beach play host to a summer concert series, and exceptional views are available from most of the rooms as well as the Porch restaurant. The Wharf and Crow's Next offer additional dining options, and therapists at Sounds of the Sea Spa are available for massages and other treatments.

This six-story, Georgian-style hotel has modern rooms accented with old-world touches, such as rich fabrics, gleaming wood furnishings, and elegant detailing. The full-service Cerulean Spa is on the property, along with a gym and a restaurant.

This traditional country inn, constructed in 1865 on a 300-acre estate in this quiet town on the Connecticut coast, is right across from the Florence Griswold Room. You'll find a baker's dozen spacious guest rooms decorated in typical New England "old inn" style, with plaid, floral, or pastel wallpapers and fabrics, plus the on-site Side Door Jazz Club.

This large hotel near the heart of New Haven is outfitted with all the modern amenities; some upper-floor guest rooms enjoy great views. John Davenport's at the Top of the Park—a rooftop restaurant with views of the Yale campus, New Haven Green, and Long Island Sound—serves traditional American fare.

Guest rooms at the cushy Saybrook Point Inn are done up in 18th-century style, with reproductions of British furnishings and Impressionist art; many have fireplaces, making them especially cozy on cool evenings. Three saltwater swimming pools overlook the inn's marina and the Connecticut River; a full-service spa offers Swedish-style aromatherapy, sea-clay facials, and a nice range of salon treatments; and the seasonally inspired Fresh Salt restaurant, which overlooks the river, serves cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients.

In the heart of Madison, this historic (1833) inn run by pastry chef Michael Hafford offers a restful retreat within walking distance of the beach and shops. Seven tastefully decorated rooms include luxurious bedding, flat-screen TVs, and private baths—three also have whirlpool tubs. Sumptuous breakfasts are included, and cooking classes are often offered.

On 42 rolling acres right by the Thames River and a stone's throw from Mohegan Sun, this Georgian-style inn is best known for its spa, which offers the full range of skin-care regimens, body treatments, and fitness classes. Guest accommodations are large with elegantly refined furnishings; bathrooms include plush robes and spa amenities. Ascot's is on-site for pub drinks and fare, and a comfortable atmosphere.

The sunny, 19th-century Georgian Colonial--style house marks the center of Stonecroft: 6½ acres of green meadows, woodlands, and rambling stone walls. Although individually decorated, guest rooms here and in the historic Yellow Barn are united in their refined but welcoming country atmosphere, including fireplaces in all of the rooms.

With a pair of spectacles emblazoned on all hotel signature items and overflowing bookshelves in the hotel's lobby, The Study at Yale is chic lodging for the scholarly set. Overlooking the sea of brick buildings that make up Yale University, this boutique hotel is designed to fit in with its erudite surroundings. Smartly decorated guest rooms have all the amenities of a posh hotel (plush Frette linens, free Wi-Fi) as well as long desks, sharpened pencils, and leather reading chairs. Make sure to treat yourself to a cappuccino or a cocktail in the light-filled lobby.

This beloved boutique hotel—steps from Mystic's iconic drawbridge—comprises six low-level buildings including the new Stanton House for a total of 55 rooms. While some buildings, such as the Stonington House, date to the 19th century, a 2022 property-wide refresh introduced a chic contemporary coastal-inspired decor—white-on-white rooms with pops of color (coral, navy, or cornflower yellow), subtle nautical motifs, and high-tech amenities—while retaining its historic charm (the porch rockers are a nice touch). The Stanton House (opened in June 2025) features 10 luxe suites including a sprawling penthouse, complete with custom furnishings, a sleek kitchenette, and a living room with a two-sided gas fireplace, as well as a wraparound deck with prime Mystic River views. The on-site Shipwright's Daughter restaurant, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef David Standridge, is the town's premier dining spot, while the hotel's new Mystic Fish Camp, serves up casual fare like fried oysters, salads, onion rings, and fish sandwiches.

Mere steps from the gaming floors, this expansive 17-story showpiece contains deluxe rooms and suites updated with modern decor in pleasantly neutral tones.

The emphasis of this 34-story hotel is on luxury. As you enter, towering (surprisingly realistic) red cedar trees form a canopy above you, gleaming glass and birch-lined walls surround you, and a stream and pool of water lead you to the impressive Taughannick Falls across the lobby in the adjacent Shops at Mohegan Sun. Guest rooms are large—a minimum of 450 square feet—and all have king or queen beds and marble baths. The 22,300-square-foot Elemis Spa is one of the finest in the state.