The Capitol Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Connecticut Convention Center

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Food and drink
Food and drink
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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440 Asylum St, Hartford, CT, 06103
  • Bushnell Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • XL Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Connecticut Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hartford

Heart of Hartford.At this Downtown Hartford hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Bushnell Park and XL Center. Hartford State Armory and Hartford Downtown Farmers Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bushnell Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • XL Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Connecticut Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Xfinity Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hartford Union Station - 2 min walk
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blackeyed Sally's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Max Downtown - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pigs Eye Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trumbull Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Agave Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Capitol Hotel

3-star hotel near Connecticut Convention Center
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Capitol Hotel. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Capitol Hotel was completed in 2016.

This 3-star Hartford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Capitol Hotel offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Capitol Hotel to the airport?

The Capitol Hotel is 16.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Capitol Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Capitol Hotel on Sep 10, 2025 start from $102.6, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Capitol Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Capitol Hotel.

Does The Capitol Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Capitol Hotel offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Capitol Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Capitol Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Capitol Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.

Does The Capitol Hotel have a pool?

The Capitol Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Capitol Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Capitol Hotel to downtown Hartford?

The Capitol Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Hartford.

The Capitol Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1001 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MICHELLE, Daly City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Close to train station and downtown. Also across from the train station and across from Bushnell Park
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID, SHIPPENSBURG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were great, and the staff was helpful. The underground garage is VERY difficult to get out of. I had to do a 7-point turn, then found I was aimed the wrong way and did another difficult 7-point turn to get turned around before leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

BURTON, MT PLEASANT

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

valery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything except area around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SHANE, Hartford

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Hyde Park

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tomasz

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with partner
It was okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property run down- paint peeling off all walls in bathroom, sketchy parking garage under property, cigarette smells in hallway, threadbare towels,uncomfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Demircan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thanks to Staff name Hasani. He helped us out and directed perfectly with all questions and concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic value for the money! The desk staff were extremely helpful and kind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidela

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antionious

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
. Staff were very helpful. The decor was dated but the place was clean. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is great clean good breakfast we were very happy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is so accommodating the gentleman Christian at the front desk helped us out several times he really is what customer service used to be and should be he's just great thanks for a great stay and you're help Cristian u made a good stay great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff super helpful. All the amenities that you need, including breakfast. Amazing views of the state Capitol and wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elma

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly, the room was clean. The location was convenient. The bedding was too light weight and the towels were thin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from my hotel room was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashanite

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Low prices, most likely the best option that’s not ghetto and raggedy in Hartford .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025