Hotel Callista
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From
US$163
/ night
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, an elevator, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Callista, you'll be centrally located in Norwich, within a 10-minute drive of Mohegan Sun Casino and Mohegan Sun Arena. This hotel is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Foxwoods Resort Casino and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino.
What's nearby
Norwich Arts Center(0.3 Miles)
Spirit of Broadway Theater(0.4 Miles)
Slater Memorial Museum(1.2 Miles)
Grand Theater at Foxwoods(1.6 Miles)
Mohegan Park -Armstrong Tennis Center(1.7 Miles)
The Blue Lady of Yantic Cemetery(1.8 Miles)
Mohegan Park and Memorial Rose Garden(1.8 Miles)
William W. Backus Hospital(1.9 Miles)
Leffingwell House Historic Museum(2 Miles)
Norwichtown Mall(2.2 Miles)
Norwichtown Historic Cemetery(2.5 Miles)
Nippy's Golf Range(2.7 Miles)
Norwich Golf Course(3.1 Miles)
Preston Ridge Vineyard(4 Miles)
Corn Maze(4.8 Miles)
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)(15.9 Miles)
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)(21.8 Miles)
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field)(24.6 Miles)
T.F. Green Airport (PVD)(42.3 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Casino
Elevator/Lift
Vending machines
Express check-in/check-out
Braille or Raised Signage
Location
352 Main St, Downtown Norwich, Norwich, Connecticut, United States of America
Norwich Arts Center (0.3 Miles)
Spirit of Broadway Theater (0.4 Miles)
Slater Memorial Museum (1.2 Miles)
Grand Theater at Foxwoods (1.6 Miles)
Mohegan Park -Armstrong Tennis Center (1.7 Miles)
The Blue Lady of Yantic Cemetery (1.8 Miles)
Room options
7
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Comfort Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Senior Studio
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Basic Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Executive Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Classic Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Executive Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Comfort Double Room
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Family Room
Room details
2 Extra-Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Executive Double Room
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Hotel Callista
8.2
Very good
Based on 253 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Hotel Callista, travelers consistently note very clean spaces, a distinctive renovated historic building, and convenient access by car or Uber to nearby casinos, though the immediate area feels quiet or run-down and has limited walkable dining or shopping.
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At Hotel Callista, travelers consistently note very clean spaces, a distinctive renovated historic building, and convenient access by car or Uber to nearby casinos, though the immediate area feels quiet or run-down and has limited walkable dining or shopping.
Service is often friendly and helpful, but staffing can be thin or inconsistent, with occasional check-in mishaps and periods when no one is at the desk. Rooms are minimalist and sometimes small, with very firm mattresses, limited furnishings, and noticeable noise from thin walls and hallways. Amenities are basic—parking is easy, but the elevator can be unreliable or musty, and there’s no on-site breakfast—so expect a clean, simple stay geared to short casino visits.
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Facilities
On-site parking is easy, but amenities are minimal. The elevator is frequently out of service or has a mildew odor.
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Jennifer
22 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is in the scariest area I’ve ever seen. While newly renovated, the elevator stinks like mold, the wall-mounted air conditioning unit screeched so badly we couldn’t use it, the whole building is creepy and the neighborhood is terrifying. I literally took valuables from the car in case it was stolen and texted family to let them know my last known location in case I went missing.
This hotel is in the scariest area I’ve ever seen. While newly renovated, the elevator stinks like mold, the wall-mounted air conditioning unit screeched so badly we couldn’t use it, the whole building is creepy and the neighborhood is terrifying. I literally took valuables from the car in case it was stolen and texted family to let them know my last known location in case I went missing.
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George
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to Mohegan Sun. Fridge, bottled water, coffee machine, lots of onsite parking. Perfect.
Great location close to Mohegan Sun. Fridge, bottled water, coffee machine, lots of onsite parking. Perfect.
10
Nicholas
13 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, good parking. Front desk person pleasant.
Clean, good parking. Front desk person pleasant.
8
Anna
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
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ESAIT F
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great option, if you are planning for a get away weekend or visiting the casino, You will find great restaurants in the area, around the hotel we can walk safely and there is plenty of free parking spaces.
Great option, if you are planning for a get away weekend or visiting the casino, You will find great restaurants in the area, around the hotel we can walk safely and there is plenty of free parking spaces.
8
Maria
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was fine, the only issue was no body wash in shower, ceiling was peeling off and falling in shower. Elevator was extremely cold. The room was clean, good tv channels.
Stay was fine, the only issue was no body wash in shower, ceiling was peeling off and falling in shower. Elevator was extremely cold. The room was clean, good tv channels.
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Andrea
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The manager/owner was the only staff. Elevator was, at times, not working. Key card had to be reprogrammed. Also, would not allow early check in and did not have a secure space for luggage.
The manager/owner was the only staff. Elevator was, at times, not working. Key card had to be reprogrammed. Also, would not allow early check in and did not have a secure space for luggage.
8
Cynthia
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really cool 200 year old building made into a hotel. Good easy parking. Close to Casinos. Clean. Friendly staff. I would have given 5 star for all but we had no pillow cases on the pillows although they promptly brought them to us and the bed was hard a s a rock. I like a comfortable mattress.
Really cool 200 year old building made into a hotel. Good easy parking. Close to Casinos. Clean. Friendly staff. I would have given 5 star for all but we had no pillow cases on the pillows although they promptly brought them to us and the bed was hard a s a rock. I like a comfortable mattress.
8
Amy
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
So I found this property on Orbitz travel site and took a chance w/this hotel! Never heard of it! Pictures online were just as what the room looked like in person! Room was clean, steril & looked like it wasn’t finished! No artwork on the walls, no lights in the bathroom other than the fan. Needed a chair or a couch to fill the room. 2 windows needed shades so you can sleep past sunrise! Elevator was broken, but only had to walk up 3 flights of stairs with bags. And nobody offered to help! Free parking was a bonus. Would I stay again, probably not!
So I found this property on Orbitz travel site and took a chance w/this hotel! Never heard of it! Pictures online were just as what the room looked like in person! Room was clean, steril & looked like it wasn’t finished! No artwork on the walls, no lights in the bathroom other than the fan. Needed a chair or a couch to fill the room. 2 windows needed shades so you can sleep past sunrise! Elevator was broken, but only had to walk up 3 flights of stairs with bags. And nobody offered to help! Free parking was a bonus. Would I stay again, probably not!
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Alicia
26 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel staff was very accommodating, and the room was clean and spacious. The downside is the lighting in the room was not ideal - two small basement-style windows for natural light and no overhead lighting. The bathroom was not lit well at all -- you could barely see yourself in the mirror. The staff was nice to bring a light, ironing board and iron. There also was no closet at all in the room. And while there was a kitchenette, there were no supplies. Lastly, the elevator wreaks of mildew - I had a 20 minute coughing spell every time we used it.
The hotel staff was very accommodating, and the room was clean and spacious. The downside is the lighting in the room was not ideal - two small basement-style windows for natural light and no overhead lighting. The bathroom was not lit well at all -- you could barely see yourself in the mirror. The staff was nice to bring a light, ironing board and iron. There also was no closet at all in the room. And while there was a kitchenette, there were no supplies. Lastly, the elevator wreaks of mildew - I had a 20 minute coughing spell every time we used it.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is widely praised across rooms and common areas. Some guests reported lapses such as dirty floors, bathroom odors or stains, worn fixtures, or peeling ceilings.
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Damarys
7 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was very clean, quiet and it had accessible parking.
This hotel was very clean, quiet and it had accessible parking.
10
Brittany
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean rooms, comfy beds, great experience
Clean rooms, comfy beds, great experience
8
Michelle
7 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very clean
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very clean
4
Avery
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
10
Lesley
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean. Nice stuff, cute lobby. Quick uber ride to Mohegan
Very clean. Nice stuff, cute lobby. Quick uber ride to Mohegan
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Nicole
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
At our arrival, the hotel overall was clean and modern and the onsite parking was convenient. Then we went inside to check in. That is where things took a turn. After being given wrong room, we were given keys to two other rooms both with occupants. After the third mishap, we wanted to leave, but it was too late because we had seven minutes to make it to our dinner reservations. For a one night day it was unnecessarily stressful. In addition, I didn’t think that the hotel itself warranted the high nightly rate. The room was small. The bathroom smelled like urine and they were dead bees on the floor.
At our arrival, the hotel overall was clean and modern and the onsite parking was convenient. Then we went inside to check in. That is where things took a turn. After being given wrong room, we were given keys to two other rooms both with occupants. After the third mishap, we wanted to leave, but it was too late because we had seven minutes to make it to our dinner reservations. For a one night day it was unnecessarily stressful. In addition, I didn’t think that the hotel itself warranted the high nightly rate. The room was small. The bathroom smelled like urine and they were dead bees on the floor.
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gretchen
10 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very friendly. Room didn’t look clean.
The staff was very friendly. Room didn’t look clean.
10
Justin
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed the fact Hotel Callista was creat of a private residence(mansion). Gave it a homey, comfortable feel. Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms and the hotel in general were very clean. Would definitely stay at Callista again.
Enjoyed the fact Hotel Callista was creat of a private residence(mansion). Gave it a homey, comfortable feel. Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms and the hotel in general were very clean. Would definitely stay at Callista again.
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Kristysue
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was clean and nice. Would stay again.
Property was clean and nice. Would stay again.
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Tanesha
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
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Rooms
Rooms are minimalist and often small with limited furniture and dim lighting. Very firm mattresses and thin walls make noise a common issue; a few rooms are larger or plain but comfortable.
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Jolene
26 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This property was very nice. The rooms were modern and clean. I wasn’t a fan of the bed, it was very hard and very high. It was hard to get up onto. Also, we could have used some chairs or something other than the bed to sit on in the room.
This property was very nice. The rooms were modern and clean. I wasn’t a fan of the bed, it was very hard and very high. It was hard to get up onto. Also, we could have used some chairs or something other than the bed to sit on in the room.
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Ann
12 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beds are bricks with sheets.
Beds are bricks with sheets.
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Avery
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
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Amanda
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were clean. The place says that it is a historic building but it has been overly modernized. When we arrived there was a private party on the first floor and you could hear and feel the music all the way on the third floor. It ended at 10pm. The walls are paper thin. You can hear people three doors down. Because they went with an over modern decor with the already thin walls there were no sound dampening like pictures on the walls in the halls ways, so it created an echo chamber. Everytime someone opened a door on the floor it was like they were opening it in your room. Friends of ours were directly below us and they could hear us walking around no matter how quietly we were trying to be. Another guest decided to take a video call in the hallway so not to wake the person they were staying with, it was 4 doors down from us really early in the morning, there was no going back to sleep after that. This is a very loud hotel. If you are looking for rest and relaxation don't stay here.
The rooms were clean. The place says that it is a historic building but it has been overly modernized. When we arrived there was a private party on the first floor and you could hear and feel the music all the way on the third floor. It ended at 10pm. The walls are paper thin. You can hear people three doors down. Because they went with an over modern decor with the already thin walls there were no sound dampening like pictures on the walls in the halls ways, so it created an echo chamber. Everytime someone opened a door on the floor it was like they were opening it in your room. Friends of ours were directly below us and they could hear us walking around no matter how quietly we were trying to be. Another guest decided to take a video call in the hallway so not to wake the person they were staying with, it was 4 doors down from us really early in the morning, there was no going back to sleep after that. This is a very loud hotel. If you are looking for rest and relaxation don't stay here.
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Rahteisha
26 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice property. Clean & comfortable bed. Only complaint is the AC made a weird screeching noise when it was on.
Nice property. Clean & comfortable bed. Only complaint is the AC made a weird screeching noise when it was on.
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Kerri
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was extremely small. Very basic furniture. I guess for one night it was ok but I probably will not stay here again. We could hear visitors talking. The walls are very thin. If you can, pay the extra for a normal “hotel” feel. The room needs a bureau and long mirror.
The room was extremely small. Very basic furniture. I guess for one night it was ok but I probably will not stay here again. We could hear visitors talking. The walls are very thin. If you can, pay the extra for a normal “hotel” feel. The room needs a bureau and long mirror.
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Tara
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Could hear someone snoring in room next door. Bed was a little too hard. Easy to park and find. The place was clean. Staff was friendly.
Could hear someone snoring in room next door. Bed was a little too hard. Easy to park and find. The place was clean. Staff was friendly.
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Stuart
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros: check in was easy. Hotel was extremely clean and in a quiet area of the city. The shower water pressure was great. Cons: the bed was uncomfortably firm. The room was spartan: dim lightbulbs, no trash can in the bedroom. The rooms are not soundproofed very well; a lot of hardwood floors leading to noises from the hallway being too clear.
Pros: check in was easy. Hotel was extremely clean and in a quiet area of the city. The shower water pressure was great. Cons: the bed was uncomfortably firm. The room was spartan: dim lightbulbs, no trash can in the bedroom. The rooms are not soundproofed very well; a lot of hardwood floors leading to noises from the hallway being too clear.
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Angela
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The pictures of the rooms were a bit nicer than the actual room we got which let a little to be desired. It was very bare bones and the air conditioner didn't really work. You could see this was not an upgraded room.
The pictures of the rooms were a bit nicer than the actual room we got which let a little to be desired. It was very bare bones and the air conditioner didn't really work. You could see this was not an upgraded room.
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Marianne
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As far as the hotel goes, it was very clean and comfortable. Perfect for just resting my head after attending a concert at the arena. I was a bit shocked to find an abandoned YMCA directly across the street, so that unsettled me a bit as a woman traveling alone (I did meet up with friends at the hotel, otherwise I wouldn’t really have felt safe leaving the hotel or walking from the parking lot at night by myself). The other issue was the hotel is ZERO sound-proofed. I heard every conversation in every room and hallway within ear shot of my room ALL NIGHT! I had a three hour ride home the next day, and really needed some sleep, but that was really impossible.
As far as the hotel goes, it was very clean and comfortable. Perfect for just resting my head after attending a concert at the arena. I was a bit shocked to find an abandoned YMCA directly across the street, so that unsettled me a bit as a woman traveling alone (I did meet up with friends at the hotel, otherwise I wouldn’t really have felt safe leaving the hotel or walking from the parking lot at night by myself). The other issue was the hotel is ZERO sound-proofed. I heard every conversation in every room and hallway within ear shot of my room ALL NIGHT! I had a three hour ride home the next day, and really needed some sleep, but that was really impossible.
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Service
Staff are frequently friendly and accommodating. However, coverage can be inconsistent, with occasional check-in errors, absent front desk periods, and limited ability to store luggage or allow early check-in.
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Michelle
7 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very clean
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very clean
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Gregory
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Paid for room no one there to check is in… no one was at the front desk had to pay for another hotel down the street.NEVER Called
Paid for room no one there to check is in… no one was at the front desk had to pay for another hotel down the street.NEVER Called
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Judy
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing. Although located near the city center, this hotel had nothing interesting within walking distance—for instance, no cafe or breakfast place. The building was nice and was kept up well, but our room wasn't comfortable. The main things worked: a good bed, working TV and Internet, a fast elevator. But the list of things that didn't work is long: inadequate lighting, electric sockets that failed, a coffee maker that filled a cup only part way, etc. There was no chair in the room, and the lobby was so cold that I needed to wear a coat to sit there. Also, I saw people come to check in or out when no staff was at the desk for 15 minutes or so.
Disappointing. Although located near the city center, this hotel had nothing interesting within walking distance—for instance, no cafe or breakfast place. The building was nice and was kept up well, but our room wasn't comfortable. The main things worked: a good bed, working TV and Internet, a fast elevator. But the list of things that didn't work is long: inadequate lighting, electric sockets that failed, a coffee maker that filled a cup only part way, etc. There was no chair in the room, and the lobby was so cold that I needed to wear a coat to sit there. Also, I saw people come to check in or out when no staff was at the desk for 15 minutes or so.
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Christopher
12 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a place to stay for an overnight trip and this place was great. The room was new and clean. The staff was helpful and called ahead to inform us of an issue they were having with the elevator and to ask if we needed any special accommodations because of it. Checking in and out was easy as well. I’ll be staying there next time I’m in the area.
We needed a place to stay for an overnight trip and this place was great. The room was new and clean. The staff was helpful and called ahead to inform us of an issue they were having with the elevator and to ask if we needed any special accommodations because of it. Checking in and out was easy as well. I’ll be staying there next time I’m in the area.
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Anna
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
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Nicole
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
At our arrival, the hotel overall was clean and modern and the onsite parking was convenient. Then we went inside to check in. That is where things took a turn. After being given wrong room, we were given keys to two other rooms both with occupants. After the third mishap, we wanted to leave, but it was too late because we had seven minutes to make it to our dinner reservations. For a one night day it was unnecessarily stressful. In addition, I didn’t think that the hotel itself warranted the high nightly rate. The room was small. The bathroom smelled like urine and they were dead bees on the floor.
At our arrival, the hotel overall was clean and modern and the onsite parking was convenient. Then we went inside to check in. That is where things took a turn. After being given wrong room, we were given keys to two other rooms both with occupants. After the third mishap, we wanted to leave, but it was too late because we had seven minutes to make it to our dinner reservations. For a one night day it was unnecessarily stressful. In addition, I didn’t think that the hotel itself warranted the high nightly rate. The room was small. The bathroom smelled like urine and they were dead bees on the floor.
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Andrea
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The manager/owner was the only staff. Elevator was, at times, not working. Key card had to be reprogrammed. Also, would not allow early check in and did not have a secure space for luggage.
The manager/owner was the only staff. Elevator was, at times, not working. Key card had to be reprogrammed. Also, would not allow early check in and did not have a secure space for luggage.
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Summer
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Front desk was great. Great service. Room was a little small but perfect for a night at the casino.
Front desk was great. Great service. Room was a little small but perfect for a night at the casino.
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Brolota
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We will definitely return: beautiful, clean room; easy check-in and check-out; wonderful staff; comfortable, welcoming lobby; easy access to downtown restaurants and waterfront; short drive to the waterfalls at Uncas Leap
We will definitely return: beautiful, clean room; easy check-in and check-out; wonderful staff; comfortable, welcoming lobby; easy access to downtown restaurants and waterfront; short drive to the waterfalls at Uncas Leap
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Juan
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our single night here was great fromt desk guy was very attentive and helpful with all our needs. The room was nice and clean all the toiletries were available to us and all the linen were crisp.
Our single night here was great fromt desk guy was very attentive and helpful with all our needs. The room was nice and clean all the toiletries were available to us and all the linen were crisp.
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Location
Convenient for Mohegan Sun and other casinos via short drive or Uber, with ample parking. The surrounding area feels quiet or run-down to some, and walkable options are limited.
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Tori
27 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
such a cute hotel! very clean and nice staff. stayed here to go to mohegan sun for a show and it was a quick uber ride
such a cute hotel! very clean and nice staff. stayed here to go to mohegan sun for a show and it was a quick uber ride
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Carlos
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel itself was a very boutique style, beautiful in the inside, the outside looks nice and historic. The rooms can be a little more thoroughly cleaned and checked, but nothing crazy or nasty. The area looks run down , but with historic looking homes. Area is quiet. The staff was very professional, polite, attentive,. Would stay here again
The hotel itself was a very boutique style, beautiful in the inside, the outside looks nice and historic. The rooms can be a little more thoroughly cleaned and checked, but nothing crazy or nasty. The area looks run down , but with historic looking homes. Area is quiet. The staff was very professional, polite, attentive,. Would stay here again
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George
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to Mohegan Sun. Fridge, bottled water, coffee machine, lots of onsite parking. Perfect.
Great location close to Mohegan Sun. Fridge, bottled water, coffee machine, lots of onsite parking. Perfect.
8
Anna
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
totally great! only stayed for a night so we could see a show at mohegan sun. the casino is 2 miles away & ubers come quickly. the front desk was very helpful and helped us get a room with a bigger bed. fine prices. totally fine for staying near the casino! good parking in the back too
8
Julie
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely small hotel very near Mohegan Sun
Lovely small hotel very near Mohegan Sun
10
Lesley
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean. Nice stuff, cute lobby. Quick uber ride to Mohegan
Very clean. Nice stuff, cute lobby. Quick uber ride to Mohegan
8
JEFFREY
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An oasis in the middle of a tough looking town.
An oasis in the middle of a tough looking town.
10
Jose
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved how close this was to Mohegan Sun and it was updated and clean
I loved how close this was to Mohegan Sun and it was updated and clean
8
claudia
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay if you do not want to stay at the pricey hotels in the casinos. Only a 10 minute car ride to Mohegan Sun. The building is beautiful and the room bed was very comfortable. The only thing is it's an old building so you can hear your next door neighbors conversations or them snoring at night. Our initial room bathroom was not cleaned very well but staff quickly changed our room, and the other room was great. Great place for a quick stay.
Great place to stay if you do not want to stay at the pricey hotels in the casinos. Only a 10 minute car ride to Mohegan Sun. The building is beautiful and the room bed was very comfortable. The only thing is it's an old building so you can hear your next door neighbors conversations or them snoring at night. Our initial room bathroom was not cleaned very well but staff quickly changed our room, and the other room was great. Great place for a quick stay.
6
Tanesha
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
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Dining
There is no on-site breakfast or restaurant, and food options nearby often require driving. Little feedback on food quality overall.
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10
Richard
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff and very clean rooms. Beds were comfortable. If you are looking for a nice clean room with very welcoming staff. This is an awesome choice. You aren’t going to be walking anywhere for dinner or drinks but for just a nice clean comfortable room, this is a good choice. About a 10 minute drive to either one of the casinos
Very nice staff and very clean rooms. Beds were comfortable. If you are looking for a nice clean room with very welcoming staff. This is an awesome choice. You aren’t going to be walking anywhere for dinner or drinks but for just a nice clean comfortable room, this is a good choice. About a 10 minute drive to either one of the casinos
4
Avery
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
The beds were like sleeping on plywood the floors inside the rooms were very dirty. Staff was friendly but kind of an awkward vibe. And breakfast was not included.
2
Zhigang
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No breakfast. No desk
No breakfast. No desk
6
Judy
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing. Although located near the city center, this hotel had nothing interesting within walking distance—for instance, no cafe or breakfast place. The building was nice and was kept up well, but our room wasn't comfortable. The main things worked: a good bed, working TV and Internet, a fast elevator. But the list of things that didn't work is long: inadequate lighting, electric sockets that failed, a coffee maker that filled a cup only part way, etc. There was no chair in the room, and the lobby was so cold that I needed to wear a coat to sit there. Also, I saw people come to check in or out when no staff was at the desk for 15 minutes or so.
Disappointing. Although located near the city center, this hotel had nothing interesting within walking distance—for instance, no cafe or breakfast place. The building was nice and was kept up well, but our room wasn't comfortable. The main things worked: a good bed, working TV and Internet, a fast elevator. But the list of things that didn't work is long: inadequate lighting, electric sockets that failed, a coffee maker that filled a cup only part way, etc. There was no chair in the room, and the lobby was so cold that I needed to wear a coat to sit there. Also, I saw people come to check in or out when no staff was at the desk for 15 minutes or so.
8
ESAIT F
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great option, if you are planning for a get away weekend or visiting the casino, You will find great restaurants in the area, around the hotel we can walk safely and there is plenty of free parking spaces.
Great option, if you are planning for a get away weekend or visiting the casino, You will find great restaurants in the area, around the hotel we can walk safely and there is plenty of free parking spaces.
6
Nicola
30 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is a basic as you can get. Beautiful building but it has been cheaply renovated. It was close to Mohegan sun (10min drive) so it served a purpose for us but the furniture in the bedroom is cheap, bare bones room and due to the lack of noise absorbing extras like rugs and curtains, you can hear all the other rooms and the corridors. The front desk staff aren’t very helpful, saying Mohegan sun was a 30min drive and also couldn’t provide me with a light bulb for one of the only two lamps that didn’t work in my room. The elevator stopped working. There is a vending machine on one of the floors but no real food served and nowhere close by to get breakfast. Honestly- if it’s cheap and you just need somewhere to rest your head then it was OK. Would I recommend to friends? Not really.
This hotel is a basic as you can get. Beautiful building but it has been cheaply renovated. It was close to Mohegan sun (10min drive) so it served a purpose for us but the furniture in the bedroom is cheap, bare bones room and due to the lack of noise absorbing extras like rugs and curtains, you can hear all the other rooms and the corridors. The front desk staff aren’t very helpful, saying Mohegan sun was a 30min drive and also couldn’t provide me with a light bulb for one of the only two lamps that didn’t work in my room. The elevator stopped working. There is a vending machine on one of the floors but no real food served and nowhere close by to get breakfast. Honestly- if it’s cheap and you just need somewhere to rest your head then it was OK. Would I recommend to friends? Not really.
6
John
7 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel has no breakfast not even coffe even though expedia cliamed frre breakfast. Hotel is over 4 miles from the casino not .8 as described.
Hotel has no breakfast not even coffe even though expedia cliamed frre breakfast. Hotel is over 4 miles from the casino not .8 as described.
4
Wilson
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room is lacking things that most other hotels have, such as a trash can besides a tiny one in the bathroom and a “do not disturb” sign. Elevator wasn’t working during the night. No continental breakfast, very few amenities. Guests in the hallway were very noisy very early in the morning, it seems like the walls and doors are pretty thin. Cable TV only, no streaming available. Certainly not worth the price of the room, IMO.
The room is lacking things that most other hotels have, such as a trash can besides a tiny one in the bathroom and a “do not disturb” sign. Elevator wasn’t working during the night. No continental breakfast, very few amenities. Guests in the hallway were very noisy very early in the morning, it seems like the walls and doors are pretty thin. Cable TV only, no streaming available. Certainly not worth the price of the room, IMO.
6
Tanesha
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
I stayed at Callista Hotel for the weekend while attending the Pickle Festival nearby. The hotel itself is not your typical setup, it looks more like an old Victorian-style home than a modern hotel. When I arrived, the area felt pretty deserted. There’s no staff to greet you at the door; instead, you press a button and the door opens automatically, which felt a bit eerie. I even had to call the front desk because I wasn’t sure anyone was there. I was actually scared to go inside. Check-in was quick, and the one front desk worker I saw all weekend was helpful. Once inside, the hallways and room were surprisingly nice, modern furniture, a huge bed, and a great shower with strong water pressure. I personally liked the firm mattress, but it might be too hard for others. The downside: the bathroom has some questionable stains on the wall and the floor had a lot of hair from the previous guest, which was gross and made the room feel unclean. Also, the area around the hotel is very quiet, no stores or restaurants in walking distance, and an abandoned building across the street didn’t help the vibe. Overall, it served its purpose for a short stay, but the eerie atmosphere and cleanliness issues bring my rating down to a 3 out of 5. Great if you’re attending a nearby event, but probably not ideal for a longer or more relaxing stay.
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8
John
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, price was right and was perfect for a one night stay
Room was clean, price was right and was perfect for a one night stay
10
Hanna
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We took a quick trip to see a concert at Mohegan. Uber’s over in 10 mins. It was quiet and clean. I’d stay again for another quick trip.
We took a quick trip to see a concert at Mohegan. Uber’s over in 10 mins. It was quiet and clean. I’d stay again for another quick trip.
4
Frank
14 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Rented this room for proximity to casino, after checking in and leaving our stuff in the room we came back at around 2am and room key no longer worked. Had to be let back into the room by front desk clerk. Room was unprofessionally renovated, mattress was terrible, TV was unwatchable with programs either from the 1980s or foreign language programming. Won't make this mistake again.
Rented this room for proximity to casino, after checking in and leaving our stuff in the room we came back at around 2am and room key no longer worked. Had to be let back into the room by front desk clerk. Room was unprofessionally renovated, mattress was terrible, TV was unwatchable with programs either from the 1980s or foreign language programming. Won't make this mistake again.
8
Brandon
6 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place to stay. It was clean, staff was very friendly and everything was as expected during my stay. I would certainly return next time I am in the area.
Very nice place to stay. It was clean, staff was very friendly and everything was as expected during my stay. I would certainly return next time I am in the area.
10
Scott
5 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Small but extremely nice. And an espresso machine was so great
Small but extremely nice. And an espresso machine was so great
FAQs about Hotel Callista
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of USD 40, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Norwich, within a 10-minute drive of Mohegan Sun Casino and Mohegan Sun Arena. It is 0.5 km from Norwich Arts Center and 7.6 mi from Foxwoods Resort Casino.
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- 2026-10-25: 143.40294580936433USD
- 2026-10-26: 142.73212464141847USD
- 2026-10-27: 144.19209231834412USD
- 2026-10-28: 125.71637070865631USD
- 2026-10-29: 124.99085359191895USD
- 2026-10-30: 208.52161324195862USD
- 2026-10-31: 175.2393337688446USD
- 2026-11-01: 148.6505822692871USD
- 2026-11-02: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-03: 149.52991034965515USD
- 2026-11-04: 141.42287031650542USD
- 2026-11-05: 137.17632716712953USD
- 2026-11-06: 220.9276675693512USD
- 2026-11-07: 211.8125945487976USD
- 2026-11-08: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-09: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-10: 148.14755410194397USD
- 2026-11-11: 137.39794330883026USD
- 2026-11-12: 146.78939687538147USD
- 2026-11-13: 264.0151028987884USD
- 2026-11-14: 445.2368317375183USD
- 2026-11-15: 154.31159585533143USD
- 2026-11-16: 154.2819032798767USD
- 2026-11-17: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-18: 142.087735855484USD
- 2026-11-19: 228.94603205223083USD
- 2026-11-20: 170.86988731651306USD
- 2026-11-21: 455.59914695205686USD
- 2026-11-22: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-23: 154.22559862670897USD
- 2026-11-24: 138.93549674415587USD
- 2026-11-25: 142.0287357667923USD
- 2026-11-26: 145.40459334335327USD
- 2026-11-27: 200.47993965950013USD
- 2026-11-28: 204.93461321601868USD
- 2026-11-29: 148.26526334342955USD
- 2026-11-30: 146.6435695350647USD
- 2026-12-01: 154.31159585533143USD
- 2026-12-02: 151.54869743080138USD
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- 2026-12-04: 181.10966717643737USD
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- 2026-12-11: 181.10966717643737USD
- 2026-12-12: 185.04649194869995USD
- 2026-12-13: 140.47710616817474USD
- 2026-12-14: 153.11184466819762USD
- 2026-12-15: 148.26526334342955USD
- 2026-12-16: 151.54869743080138USD
- 2026-12-17: 148.25525172576903USD
- 2026-12-18: 174.94499220962524USD
- 2026-12-19: 174.84477334976197USD
- 2026-12-20: 138.89210451068877USD
- 2026-12-21: 138.89210451068877USD
- 2026-12-22: 138.89210451068877USD
- 2026-12-23: 139.78638156204224USD
- 2026-12-24: 138.9455083618164USD
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 25 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
- Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 140
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Casino
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Vending machines
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Handrails in Stairways
Smoke-Free Property
Stair-Free Path to Entrance
Visual Alarms in Hallways
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking (Wheelchair Accessible)
Wheelchair-Accessible Lounge
Wheelchair-Accessible Meeting Spaces/Business Center
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Elevator/Lift
Express check-in/check-out
Front Desk (limited hours)
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Secured)
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Internet
Free wi-fi
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