Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The property features elevators, wheelchair-accessible registration desk, meeting spaces, and fitness center. Braille or raised signage is also available.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Hartford, within a 5-minute drive of Connecticut Convention Center and Dunkin' Donuts Park. It is 0.2 miles from Riverside Park and 0.5 miles from Hartford Stage.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for staying for free.

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown Hotel

Average nightly price at Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$111
February	$108
March	$122
April	$129
May	$171
June	$191
July	$193
August	$164
September	$153
October	$175
November	$127
December	$110

What guests think

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG offers spacious, value-focused suites with kitchens, and many guests found rooms clean and beds comfortable, while others noted dated features; the location suits eventgoers and highway access but feels isolated with limited walkable dining.

Several reviews mention thin walls and traffic noise, plus occasional odors or smoke in halls and rooms. Staff feedback is often positive, but some guests experienced slow or unhelpful service, early check-in fees, and request-only housekeeping. Facilities are basic, with free parking and a pool some found too cold, and there is no breakfast or on-site restaurant. Expect a simple, suite-style stay best for events and short visits.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, offering free parking and a pool that several guests found very cold; free laundry is available.

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Mark

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice Property. Everything was clean and comfortable. ne complaint -- the pool was freezing cold. Not a particularly good area in the city. Appears to be a lot of "renewal construction" going on in the neighborhood around the hotel. However, the downtown area is easily walkable from the hotel.

8

Robert

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff, good pricing, free parking. No restaurant at or even near the facility.

10

David

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walking distance to the Yard Goats game and a pool! Great stay for our family!

10

Petra

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I would have loved having a breakfast - but we had free laundry facilities which I have never had a hotel before. And there was an entire kitchen in the room which was greatly appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

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joy

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

So so hotel but it’s walking distance to xfinity theatre and the parking is free! No frills, no food, no coffee in the lobby. Walls are thin but we were exhausted from the concert so it didn’t bother us. The only reason I would go back there is to attend another concert.

6

Kathy

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were in town for the Core Hydration Classic. The hotel is average. It was an easy walk (about 10 minutes) to the XL Center. We tried for early check in but it was an added cost, so we parked and came back to check in later. That saved me parking at the venue. The hotel is kind of odd in that the entry way where check in is open to the second floor which is where we stayed. It was so loud all night. I couldn’t tell if it was people in the lobby partying or if the party was literally outside our door. It was rude. No, I didn’t call it in as I was extremely tired and was just praying it would stop. There is no way the front desk wasn’t aware as they are literally right there. I did complain in the morning. The next morning we wanted to use the pool which was FREEZING and the shower in the bathroom there DOES NOT work. That was a huge inconvenience. They let us back in the room for this reason. I’d probably try another hotel next time.

10

Erin

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Property grounds and room were clean. Free parking. Beds were comfortable!

4

Allen

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool is freezing

10

Stephanie

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were in town for a convention and this hotel was only a 15 minute walk from the venue, it's in a great location just off the highway and in Hartford there are scooters on every corner so it seemed like we were just next door to our event. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, arrived early and was allowed in on an early arrival fee which was worth it considering the long drive we had, we just wanted to relax a bit. The room was very clean and AC was set before we got there, so it was nice and cool after the hot car ride. There isnt advertisement for a pool, but there's a pool! I did let the staff know about there not being any advertisement for it, next time I'll be prepared! We will definitely be staying here again in the future. :)

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Lisa

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were a family of four, we stayed in a one-bedroom suite, which was very accommodating. The staff was very kind. The breakfast was good with a decent amount of options, our only issue in the breakfast area was a large group who had a birthday party stay for children. They dominated the breakfast area, leaving minimal space and causing many items to run out quickly, leaving the rest of us waiting for some items. It was difficult for the staff to keep up. They also dominated the pool the night we arrived, so we opted not to utilize that amenity, which was disappointing for the kids.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many guests reported very clean rooms, while others noted stained or unchanged bedding, dirty bathrooms, musty odors, and occasional bugs.

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Monique

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are always clean and quiet. I was on the 5th floor in a corner unit. You couldn't hear anything, and I'm not being interrupted by it. The cleaning staff in the morning.It is so peaceful there.I would never stay anywhere else.

8

ron

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room and comfy mattress/bed

6

Dawn

May 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The sheets and bedding didn’t smell clean

4

John

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I got out of my uber I smelled the stench of weed. When I went into the hotel it got stronger. When I went to my floor it smelled like bacon on eggs (at 10pm). When I entered my room, it was a bit of a mix of bacon and eggs and weed. Stains on the sheets. Bugs in the bathroom. Ick.

6

Marissa

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked last minute and I got the last room available but I wasn't a bad room i saw a few bugs and I found a roach under the sink but no bed bugs which is a plus

10

Rebecca

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for a concert at the Xfinity Center. It’s a very convenient location. It’s within walking distance. Spotless room and comfortable bed. We will stay again when we’re in the area.

6

christine

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The towels were ripped. Room didn’t seem clean

8

Shakira

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Musty smell in the room.

2

Travis

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Came back to the room after attending a concert down the road. My wife pulled the comforter back and climbed into bed. Upon doing so her hand brushed across a clear and hardened spot on the fitted sheet, which I don’t even wanna speculate could be. Upon further inspection, getting up, disgusted the regular bedsheet had green stains on it as well and obviously the bedding was just pulled up and never changed from the previous guest. The bathroom wasn’t very clean either (which I didn’t even bother to mention to her because what the hell was the point at 12:30 AM) as there were remnants under the toilet seat and the floor felt like it was never cleaned, I contacted the front desk and the lady told me if I wanted sheets to come down and get them myself. She then said she’s the only one there and came off very rude and was completely unapologetic and could care less. The air conditioning unit in the room rattled all night like a diesel truck running and the people who we shared a thin wall with were partying till about 2 AM. We maybe slept three hours in total. In the morning, the same person checked me out. She never asked me how the stay was or apologized instead just asked me if I wanted to receipt and that was that apparently. Horrible staff, horrible maintenance and service never again.

4

Jared

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff wasn’t very accommodating and the room was filthy. There were dirt marks in the wall, unrecognizable stains on the nightstand, walls and shower. It wasn’t completely a pleasant experience. I’m definitely not ever going to stay there again

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious suites with full kitchens and comfortable beds; some feel dated or worn, and noise from thin walls or traffic is a recurring complaint. A few guests reported malfunctioning fixtures or loud HVAC.

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Travis

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The size of the room and having a full kitchen with dishwasher and range was amazing. The air conditioning was top-notch. I've never been in a hotel with better air conditioning. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the rooms were clean. We wish that we had stayed longer.

10

Stephan

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very spacious room.

10

Katharine

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice large room and comfortable beds

6

Kelly

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very thin walls I think everyone was on the same hall as me!

4

Oleg

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel just isn’t up to par. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted by an array of signs prohibiting various things…from not having a party in the room to not touching the plexiglass. For some odd reason, blackout curtains don’t close all the way, you can hear everything in the adjacent rooms. Bathroom floor was wet when I got in, towels had holes in them and were like a decade old. Will not be staying here again.

8

Julian

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was is a convenient location. The room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and service good. The hallway was noisy was a little noisy at times, but overall good stay.

10

Suzanne

May 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable quiet room. Loved having kitchen for making my own meals since I have some food sensitivities.

6

Julio

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything Was Pretty Good Only Down Side No Breakfast And On The Main Road Pretty Noisy Other Than That Smooth Check In And Even Faster Checkout

2

Travis

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Came back to the room after attending a concert down the road. My wife pulled the comforter back and climbed into bed. Upon doing so her hand brushed across a clear and hardened spot on the fitted sheet, which I don’t even wanna speculate could be. Upon further inspection, getting up, disgusted the regular bedsheet had green stains on it as well and obviously the bedding was just pulled up and never changed from the previous guest. The bathroom wasn’t very clean either (which I didn’t even bother to mention to her because what the hell was the point at 12:30 AM) as there were remnants under the toilet seat and the floor felt like it was never cleaned, I contacted the front desk and the lady told me if I wanted sheets to come down and get them myself. She then said she’s the only one there and came off very rude and was completely unapologetic and could care less. The air conditioning unit in the room rattled all night like a diesel truck running and the people who we shared a thin wall with were partying till about 2 AM. We maybe slept three hours in total. In the morning, the same person checked me out. She never asked me how the stay was or apologized instead just asked me if I wanted to receipt and that was that apparently. Horrible staff, horrible maintenance and service never again.

8

Mark

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was clean just seemed very old

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Service

Service is often friendly and accommodating, but reports include slow or rude interactions, early check-in fees, and limited housekeeping that requires requesting items or picking them up at the desk.

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Janice

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this hotel on two separate occasions in the past week. The room was excellent both times. Everything we needed, and very clean. Check in/out was a bit longer than I would have liked both times, but OK. The location is very convenient for those passing through Hartford. A very short distance from I-84 exits and entrances, but the neighborhood was a bit forlorn, and no places nearby to get breakfast. We were able to walk to downtown Hartford about half a mile away, and had a very good dinner there.

10

Michael

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly, hotel was nice

2

Roger

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Empty hotel yet charged me $50 for 1 hr early check in. I had been dropped off and it was freezing outside. Down with Expedia

2

Charles

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Rude ladies at front desk. Gave attitude when asked for an extra pillow. Area around the hotel is extremely dangerous and not safe. Warning signs all over the property it’s not their responsibility if you get robbed. We left two days early because of the safety concern and they charged us 180$ for early check out fee. Stay away!

6

Becky

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We were there for three nights and did not have any housekeeping.

4

Lee

Dec 8, 2022

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Stayed 19,333 nights

I particularly didn't like the fact that I was charged for early check in and late check out. I've never had that experience in any other hotel whether it was short or long term. I also was surprised that there was no breakfast offered even though it is a long term stay facility. I would not come back nor would I refer others

8

Martin

Dec 13, 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Convenient to the venue we were attending, Room had been smoked in recently,we called the desk but no other available rooms left. The dropped of a can of air freshener. The room was fairly clean, there is no daily room cleaning/towel service unless you request or you go down and get what you need from the desk. The first night ,the front desk seemed short staffed

10

Stephanie

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were in town for a convention and this hotel was only a 15 minute walk from the venue, it's in a great location just off the highway and in Hartford there are scooters on every corner so it seemed like we were just next door to our event. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, arrived early and was allowed in on an early arrival fee which was worth it considering the long drive we had, we just wanted to relax a bit. The room was very clean and AC was set before we got there, so it was nice and cool after the hot car ride. There isnt advertisement for a pool, but there's a pool! I did let the staff know about there not being any advertisement for it, next time I'll be prepared! We will definitely be staying here again in the future. :)

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Travis

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Came back to the room after attending a concert down the road. My wife pulled the comforter back and climbed into bed. Upon doing so her hand brushed across a clear and hardened spot on the fitted sheet, which I don’t even wanna speculate could be. Upon further inspection, getting up, disgusted the regular bedsheet had green stains on it as well and obviously the bedding was just pulled up and never changed from the previous guest. The bathroom wasn’t very clean either (which I didn’t even bother to mention to her because what the hell was the point at 12:30 AM) as there were remnants under the toilet seat and the floor felt like it was never cleaned, I contacted the front desk and the lady told me if I wanted sheets to come down and get them myself. She then said she’s the only one there and came off very rude and was completely unapologetic and could care less. The air conditioning unit in the room rattled all night like a diesel truck running and the people who we shared a thin wall with were partying till about 2 AM. We maybe slept three hours in total. In the morning, the same person checked me out. She never asked me how the stay was or apologized instead just asked me if I wanted to receipt and that was that apparently. Horrible staff, horrible maintenance and service never again.

8

Lisa

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was super nice. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Being only a 10 minute walk to the Xfinity Center made it even better. We didn't have to worry about parking for the concert that we attended. We'd definitely stay again!

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Location

Convenient for events at Xfinity Theatre, XL Center, and Dunkin Park, and close to the highway; many felt the surrounding area is sketchy or isolated with limited walkable dining and repeated parking safety concerns.

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Brenna

Jun 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Close to Xfinity Theater, was able to walk there.

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Charles

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Rude ladies at front desk. Gave attitude when asked for an extra pillow. Area around the hotel is extremely dangerous and not safe. Warning signs all over the property it’s not their responsibility if you get robbed. We left two days early because of the safety concern and they charged us 180$ for early check out fee. Stay away!

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Raquel

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The parking lot was terrible. I stayed during winter and I was there several days. They did nothing to make the parking lot safe nor attempted to clear the ice, it was very dangerous. It had easy access to downtown and the highway, but there were many people walking past the hotel and the neighborhood did not feel safe.

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Jacklyn

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property was out in the middle of nowhere but a short drive to downtown. The unit itself was absolutely beautiful, clean and has everything you need. Beds were super comfy. Neighbourhood did not have dining or coffee.

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Myrna

Dec 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was okay for a couple of nights, room had a well equipped kitchen and ample space. The area is a bit sketchy. I’d propably stay somewhere else next time. The morning I left there was a car in the parking lot with a broken window and glass scattered on the floor.

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Lucretia

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was friendly and helpful. The only things didn’t like was where the hotel was located. It was very remote and not within walking distance of restaurants.

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Peter

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location in Hartford.

8

Beth

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quick walk to XL Center! Worth it!

8

Jonathan

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome proximity to Dunkin Stadium. If you want to be close to the Yad Goats ballpark, this is a good option. We could see the park about an 1/8 of a mile away!

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Bob

Mar 22, 2024

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BE WARNED: Isolated location. Hotel hands out warning notice about possible car break-ins, and sure enough a guest’s window was smashed when I checked out.

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Dining

No breakfast is provided and there is no on-site restaurant; nearby walkable dining is limited, though delivery is an option.

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Janice

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this hotel on two separate occasions in the past week. The room was excellent both times. Everything we needed, and very clean. Check in/out was a bit longer than I would have liked both times, but OK. The location is very convenient for those passing through Hartford. A very short distance from I-84 exits and entrances, but the neighborhood was a bit forlorn, and no places nearby to get breakfast. We were able to walk to downtown Hartford about half a mile away, and had a very good dinner there.

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Edward

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was nice just wish they were more restaurants around the hotel you can walk to.

8

Robert

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff, good pricing, free parking. No restaurant at or even near the facility.

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Cathy

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room and hotel location were fine. Check-in was easy and quick. The young lady at the front desk was sweet and helpful. Would have scored higher but no breakfast provided.

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joy

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

So so hotel but it’s walking distance to xfinity theatre and the parking is free! No frills, no food, no coffee in the lobby. Walls are thin but we were exhausted from the concert so it didn’t bother us. The only reason I would go back there is to attend another concert.

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Karen

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

not really within walking distance to much

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Charles

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no breakfast and I had that box checked went I looking for a place to stay. And it was more expensive with no Breakfast. That was pretty sad!!!

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Karen

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed two nights @ this location. Knew it was a bit 'out of the way' but the location turned out to be fine. Everything about the hotel was good; keep in mind there is no restaurant in the hotel or nearby but you can get food delivery. Full kitchen (with coffee pot & microwave) was a help. Plan to stay here again on my next visit since price was reasonable for downtown Hartford.

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Jacklyn

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property was out in the middle of nowhere but a short drive to downtown. The unit itself was absolutely beautiful, clean and has everything you need. Beds were super comfy. Neighbourhood did not have dining or coffee.

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Anthony

May 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overnight stay for local minor league baseball game. Able to walk to stadium. Not cheap, room smelled like curry the entire time we were there; & that was even with spraying Febreze multiple times. Area is very sketchy so I can’t imagine how expensive it would be if it were in a nicer area. Always nice to see locals smoking pot in the parking lot. Overall the rooms are large & clean suites with full kitchens. No breakfast provided. Everything worked inside the room. Mostly caters to business travelers. Wish the check in process was expedited. Each time we stay there it takes FOREVER to check in. Not saying they need to save my info or anything but it just needs to be streamlined. I can’t imagine if they were ever busy what they would do.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $129	2 $132	3 $143	4 $143	5 $138	6 $228	7 $182
8 $139	9 $143	10 $144	11 $143	12 $138	13 $160	14 $155
15 $139	16 $139	17 $133	18 $139	19 $133	20 $145	21 $146
22 $140	23 $140	24 $140	25 $139	26 $140	27 $178	28 $178
29 $140	30 $133

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $138	2 $124	3 $129	4 $146	5 $146
6 $120	7 $120	8 $131	9 $123	10 $123	11 $139	12 $155
13 $129	14 $124	15 $127	16 $127	17 $126	18 $162	19 $244
20 $124	21 $125	22 $125	23 $125	24 $125	25 $124	26 $127
27 $127	28 $125	29 $125	30 $125	31 $144

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