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The Best Way Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Yale University in New Haven

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Reception
Economy Room | Free WiFi
Comfort Room | Free WiFi
Vending machine
Exterior

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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45 Pond Lily Ave, New Haven, CT, 06515
  • Southern Connecticut State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Yale University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Comfort Room

  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New Haven

West New Haven stay.A stay at this West New Haven motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of West Rock Ridge State Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Southern Connecticut State University. Yale Golf Course and Yale Bowl are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Southern Connecticut State University - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Yale Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Yale University - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Wooster Square - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wallingford Station - 16 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪New England Brewing Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪West Rock Wine & Liquor Warehouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ernie's Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Best Way Inn

Motel near Yale University in New Haven
Free self parking is available.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
The Best Way Inn offers 47 accommodations. This New Haven motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Best Way Inn to the airport?

The Best Way Inn is 18.4 mi (30-min drive) away from the New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Best Way Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Best Way Inn.

How close is The Best Way Inn to the beach?

This motel is 6.8 mi (25-min drive) from Sandy Point Beach and 11 mi (23-min drive) from Seabluff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Best Way Inn offer free breakfast?

The Best Way Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Best Way Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Best Way Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Best Way Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Best Way Inn have a pool?

The Best Way Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Best Way Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Best Way Inn to downtown New Haven?

The Best Way Inn is 3.3 mi away from New Haven.

The Best Way Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 6 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Black Mold in the bathroom caused me discomfort. They need to remediate and make it safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful. The room was clean. The place needs some repairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Liked: Staff & service
No phone or microwave
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

monette

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Basic room was there for 1 night had to go buy towels and washcloths they only provide 1 set that didnt look to clean the toilet seat was broken area looked unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025