Branford, CT

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Branford
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Where to stay in Branford

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Branford Center

Brimming with architectural diversity, this historic district boasts styles like Greek Revival and Queen Anne. Enjoy quaint shops, restaurants, and coffee houses such as Ashley's Ice Cream and Common Grounds.

Branford Center
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Pine Orchard

5/5(1 area review)

Though Pine Orchard might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Stony Creek Brewery.

Pine Orchard
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Branford Point Historic District

Historic district in Branford, Connecticut, boasts a high concentration of late 19th and early 20th century residential architecture. Explore Harbor Street, Maple Avenue, and Stannard Avenue, or unwind at Parker Memorial Park.

Branford Point Historic District
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

2 out of 5
320 E Main St Branford CT
The price is NT$2,292 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
NT$2,292
NT$2,667 total
Dec 5 - Dec 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
No shampoo, no kleenex. Strong marihuana smell on the halls.

Reviewed on 2025/12/1

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

3 out of 5
309 E Main St Branford CT
The price is NT$2,988 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
NT$2,988
NT$3,437 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Branford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The place was clean, but there is quite a bit of wear and tear. In need of an update.

Reviewed on 2025/11/26

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

2.5 out of 5
3 Business Park Dr Branford CT
The price is NT$3,108 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
NT$3,108
NT$3,574 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
The room was not in terrible conditions, but the sheets were not in good shape - I don’t know if it was stains or wear/tear, but see photo. The seats for the kitchen area didn’t match each other; the sofa bed removable pillows had stains on them (I forgot to take photos). The study chair had stains ...

Reviewed on 2025/11/23

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale

Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale

3.5 out of 5
240 Congress Avenue New Haven CT
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Shubert Theater and White Space Gallery are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Very clean, exactly as on website

Reviewed on 2025/11/2

Luxury Furnished Apartments by Hyatus Downtown at Yale
Beechmont - Perfect for Family Retreat!

Beechmont - Perfect for Family Retreat!

5 out of 5
40 Beechmont Ave Bridgeport CT
Book a stay at this luxury vacation home in Bridgeport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Glenwood Park and Beardsley Zoo are ...
Beechmont - Perfect for Family Retreat!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Branford

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
26
5 - Excellent 21%
4 - Good
52
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
35
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 4%

4/5 - Good

Wendy

Nice quiet shoreline town.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Hotel not what is advertised Tv in room broken. Had to switch rooms. First day there pool not available, No one at front desk several times, Excuses excuses. Will not be going back to this hotel ever. Guarantee it.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Neither good or bad. Location was good for our visit..

5/5 - Excellent

TerryB

Quiet and very picturesque

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Room was clean, staff was kind. Only downfall was the loud group that sounded like they were having a party at 1 AM.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I did not spend time in Branford.

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