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A spacious lobby with two sofas, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a counter with food items.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a chair.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a carpeted floor.

1. Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook

4.2 km from Connecticut River Museum

Renee

NT$3,398

NT$3,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden interior with a table, chair, and a hanging lantern.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a window with a view of greenery, a built-in dishwasher, and a sink.

A cabin with a dining table set for two, a bicycle, and a small porch area.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a small table, a shelf with books, and a window with a view of trees.

2. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

16.8 km from Connecticut River Museum

Morainny

NT$4,031

NT$6,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Two blue Adirondack chairs and a small white table in a grassy area surrounded by trees.

A guesthouse named Pier Blue with a sign, a parking lot, and a building with a red awning.

A train traveling along a river with autumn foliage in the background.

3. Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex

7.4 km from Connecticut River Museum

Russell

NT$2,589

NT$2,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A garden with a fountain, various shrubs, and flower beds.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board with various notices, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a fruit bowl.

4. Liberty Inn

4.6 km from Connecticut River Museum

Grace

NT$2,550

NT$2,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

An electric vehicle charging station with a sign indicating 'Electric Vehicle Parking Only While Charging.'

A parking lot with cars, a Sleep Inn & Suites building, and a clear blue sky.

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

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Niantic North

14.8 km from Connecticut River Museum

alexander

NT$2,737

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a bed with a red blanket.

A tranquil park with a gazebo, a pond with a fountain, and a building in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A deck with a table and chairs under a blue umbrella, surrounded by a wooden deck and a white fence.

6. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Old Saybrook Westbrook

7.8 km from Connecticut River Museum

Laurie

NT$2,134

NT$2,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a coffee machine, and a buffet setup.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a private room sign, and a welcome sign listing amenities like breakfast, remote TV, and an exercise room.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, fruit bowl, pitcher, and a tray of pastries.

A two-story hotel with a front porch, a brick entrance, and a car parked in the driveway.

7. Rodeway Inn Waterford - New London

18.3 km from Connecticut River Museum

Camille

NT$2,693

NT$3,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A conservatory with a glass ceiling, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the garden.

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a conservatory.

A spacious room with a large bed, a staircase, and a door leading to another room.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a well-stocked bar.

8. Copper Beech Inn

4 km from Connecticut River Museum

Gregg

NT$8,881

NT$10,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A reception area with a TV mounted on the wall, a small table with chairs, a cabinet with a coffee machine, and a counter with a phone and computer.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A small, modern room with a round table and two chairs, a window with a view, and a trash bin with a coffee machine.

9. Motel 6 Niantic, CT - New London

14.8 km from Connecticut River Museum

Tia

NT$2,475

NT$2,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A gazebo with a white picket fence, surrounded by well-maintained grass and various shrubs.

A reception desk with a plant, a framed picture, and a sign.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a telephone, a TV mounted on the wall, and two framed pictures.

A gazebo with a white picket fence and a sign indicating a motel in the background.

10. Oakdell Motel

19.2 km from Connecticut River Museum

Karen

NT$3,393

NT$4,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A two-story motel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a curtain.

A sign for Lamplighter Motel with a 'VACANCY' sign next to it.

11. Lamplighter Motel - Clinton, Connecticut

13.3 km from Connecticut River Museum

Steven

NT$2,189

NT$2,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, sofas, a TV, and a decorative wall.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and a decorative wall with patterned tiles.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, white walls, and a door at the end.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a bathroom visible in the background.

12. Aderi Hotel Niantic

14.8 km from Connecticut River Museum

scott

NT$2,880

NT$3,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Connecticut River Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook	7.8 Good 1,001 reviews	View
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	9.4 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex	8.0 Very good 1,006 reviews	View
Liberty Inn	7.6 Good 679 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Niantic North	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Connecticut River Museum Hotel Reviews

Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex

10/10 Excellent

"The person checking us in was very pleasant and helpful. The rooms were clean and well kept, noise level was low and not disturbing. Price was very reasonable."

Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook

8/10 Good

"Great location, rooms were big and clean."

Water's Edge Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"The staff at the Bistro Bar weren't very good. Also the drinks sub par. I ordered a gin and tonic, they served me soda water twice."

Saybrook Point Resort & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and clean room and property with a gorgeous marina view. Friendly and helpful staff. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, and intend to return."

Copper Beech Inn

8/10 Good

"Rooms were nice, restaurant was nice and staff was great in restaurant. We picked this hotel because they have a restaurant and a bar for a drink after dinner, it was 8:30 and he was closing the bar he said it was no problem, he made the drink and gave us our bill at the same time did not talk at all and a little rude. I also read they have live music and they did not."

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Old Saybrook Westbrook

8/10 Good

"Had nice clean room for our one night stay. Property appeared to be very well maintained. Would be nice to add a small coffee/hot water machine to room."

Liberty Inn

8/10 Good

"Friendly an accommodating, A little noisy as is adjacent to a highway but did not bother us."

Old Lyme Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice room, clean and comfortable"

Super 8 by Wyndham Old Saybrook

8/10 Good

"Good area and served purpose for the price. Rooms could use some cosmetic updates."

Other attractions near Connecticut River Museum

The Beverly Public Library with a grand entrance, steps, and a clear blue sky.

Essex Library

7.6/10 (21 reviews)

After visiting Essex Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A steam locomotive with the number 40 on its front, traveling on a railway track.

Essex Steam Train

8.4/10 (165 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Essex Steam Train during your travels in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Enjoy an outing to Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park during your stay in Centerbrook. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Hattitudes

Enjoy an outing to Hattitudes during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Essex Island Marina

8.0/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Essex Village with a trip to Essex Island Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Sweet Martha's

Enjoy an outing to Sweet Martha's during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Essex Plaza Shopping Center

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Essex Plaza Shopping Center during your visit to Centerbrook. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center

9.0/10 (66 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center during your stay in Old Saybrook. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Connecticut River Museum?

Connecticut River Museum is located in an area of Essex Village known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Connecticut River Museum?

Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Connecticut River Museum. Other good options within a few miles include Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook and Copper Beech Inn.

How many hotels will I find near Connecticut River Museum?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Connecticut River Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Connecticut River Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Connecticut River Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Connecticut River Museum?

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What can I see and do near Connecticut River Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Essex Steam Train, Florence Griswold Museum, and Museum of Fife and Drum. Sights like Pratt House, Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park, and General William Hart House are landmarks to visit in the area. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Crystal Lake Town Park and Plattwood Park.

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Our top choices for Connecticut River Museum hotels

1. Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook

2. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

3. Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex

4. Liberty Inn

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Niantic North

6. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Old Saybrook Westbrook

7. Rodeway Inn Waterford - New London

8. Copper Beech Inn

9. Motel 6 Niantic, CT - New London

10. Oakdell Motel

11. Lamplighter Motel - Clinton, Connecticut

12. Aderi Hotel Niantic

Compare popular hotels close to Connecticut River Museum

Top Connecticut River Museum Hotel Reviews

Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex

Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook

Water's Edge Resort & Spa

Saybrook Point Resort & Marina

Copper Beech Inn

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Old Saybrook Westbrook

Liberty Inn

Old Lyme Inn

Super 8 by Wyndham Old Saybrook

Other attractions near Connecticut River Museum

Essex Library

Essex Steam Train

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Hattitudes

Essex Island Marina

Sweet Martha's

Essex Plaza Shopping Center

Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center

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