10 Top-Rated Bed and Breakfast Inns in Connecticut

Boutique Accommodations with Comfortable Luxury and Unimposing Hospitality. The Homestead offers unique New England charm with easy access to beaches, shopping, and restaurants along the Connecticut coast in Madison. Each of our 10 guestrooms features a private bath, vintage-style record player & vinyl collection, and complimentary wireless internet access. Select guestrooms feature private entrances with outdoor seating areas or electric fireplaces. Whole house bookings are available, making The Homestead an excellent gathering space for corporate retreats, group events, or family holidays. We have complimentary vintage-style bicycles complete with picnic baskets, extensive grounds with beautiful gardens, and two on-site firepits. The Homestead is a perfect for getaway for travelers looking for a boutique experience without the fussiness of traditional Bed and Breakfast properties. Located off of I-95 and less than two miles to the Train Station, Madison is a great spot for travelers looking to escape the city or stopover for those exploring the East Coast.

One of the only inns in Mystic

For nature lovers and healthy living enthusiasts looking to get away from it all, Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn is the perfect getaway. Everything here has been crafted with an eye to rustic luxury and organic living. Breakfasts are created using high quality all-natural ingredients many of which come from local farms. They also cater to special diets like vegan, gluten-free, and allergies. Some rooms have special features like wood-burning fireplace and/or jetted soaking tub. All rooms include private bath and patio, free WiFi, parking, AC, high definition cable, Netflix, bath robes, hairdryer, and bluetooth speaker. The onsite hiking trails are available year-round and include the hike up Lantern Hill where you can enjoy views of Long Island Sound. In spring, summer, and fall enjoy bonfire pits, hammocks, and gas grill. Mystic, Watch Hill beach, Foxwoods, and Mohegan Sun are minutes away. There is a pet-friendly cottage. The entire property is Connecticut Green Lodging certified.

Finding an ideal historic inn in Simsbury does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Simsbury 1820 House, a nice option for travelers like you. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Simsbury 1820 House Hotel offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including room service, newspaper, and outdoor furniture. Guests of Simsbury 1820 House are also welcome to enjoy free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. Given the close proximity to Heublein Tower (2.1 mi), guests of Simsbury 1820 House can easily experience one of Simsbury's most popular landmarks. If you like Italian restaurants, Simsbury 1820 House Hotel is conveniently located near Little City Pizza, Joe Pizza, and The Winged Bear. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Stratton Brook State Park. Simsbury 1820 House puts the best of Simsbury at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

The beautiful view is just the beginning. Once you walk through the door, you will instantly feel at home. A convenient location and peaceful surroundings make Inn at Fox Hill Farm the perfect setting for your weekend retreat in NE Connecticut. Hidden away, off scenic Rt. 169, and sitting on 75 wooded acres and rolling pastures, this charming country cottage includes: private entrance, large living room, kitchen, deck w/lake view, king bed and private bath.

This beautiful Greek Revival built in 1833 is perfectly located in the center of Madison. Park your car and walk to the beaches, restaurants, movie theater and boutiques. Our inn is available for small parties, weddings, business meetings and luncheons. Call the inn to discuss plans for your next event.

Come enjoy all that the Connecticut shoreline has to offer in our beautifully restored, 1876 Victorian Inn. Just a few minutes walk to the Wesbrook town beach. Centrally located to many Historic sites, Museums, Restaurants and More! We offer nine lovely vintage guestrooms. Three of our rooms have fireplaces, and we have a beautiful wood burning fireplace in our great room, perfect to cozy up with a book in front of on cold winter days. In Summer season, you can walk to the beach and restaurants. We are on the river with a lovely fire-pit seating area, perfect to enjoy a cocktail and watch the sunset. Use one of the Inn's kayaks to explore the river and enjoy the bird watching on this beautiful estuary. We also have many outside areas to relax and escape from the everyday. An extensive library offers quick reads on local interests and some classics. The fall and winter are exquisite in New England with glorious crisp days to enjoy leaf peeping, apple picking, winery or craft brewery visits. The restaurants on the shoreline are plentiful and delicious. Antiquing, Art galleries, Museums and Outlet Shopping will fill your days. There are so many attractions including Old Mystic Village, Seaport and Aquarium, Casinos and the Essex Steam Train and Connecticut Riverboat. Our Inn is centrally located and a perfect home base. Our guest enjoy all the conveniences of a boutique hotel including a delectable homemade two course breakfast, fresh baked cookies and lemonade, complimentary bikes, kayaks, beach chairs, beach towels, and umbrellas. Upgraded linens, amenities and robes. We provide transportation from the Westbrook train station.

The Copper Beech Inn portrays subtle and refined elegance in traditional New England style. The intimate country hotel is situated in the hamlet of Ivoryton, Connecticut, one of three small villages within the historic town of Essex on the Connecticut River.Rediscover the art of relaxation and experience luxurious comfort in one of the inn's 22 guest rooms and suites in the Main House, the Carriage House or the most recent addition, the Comstock House. Period antiques, oriental rugs, and richly textured fabrics and upholstery are abundant, combined with thoughtful amenities.The quaint villages of the Lower Connecticut River Valley are just minutes away, each one evoking the essence of the New England village of long ago. The history and culture, the pristine Connecticut River, the seaside landscape of Long Island Sound and the abundance of recreational opportunities are endless in this very special area of the Connecticut River Valley, all just a two-hour drive from New York or Boston.Begin with the discovery of the riverside village of Essex, with boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and the Connecticut River Museum. Just a few miles up the river is the picture perfect town of Chester, offering the visitor art galleries, gift shops, unique clothing stores, and antique shops.

Under new ownership in 2019, The West Lane Inn, built in 1849, combines the charm of an intimate country inn with the conveniences found in a large hotel. The inn is situated in the historic district about 1/2 mile to downtown Ridgefield. The town of Ridgefield is quaint, scenic and alive with cultural and historical sights.

**UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT AS OF JUNE 1st, 2010** Debra, former manager of the Rocky Neck Inn & Suites in Niantic, CT, is working with new management of Thames to renovate this waterfront gem. Please see reviews of the Rocky Neck Inn for the past year (July 2009-May 2010) for a preview of what's to come!