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Old Lyme Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star historic inn with free WiFi

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Property grounds
Living area
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371
  • Florence Griswold Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Goose Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Essex Steam Train
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior 2 Twins

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Old Lyme

In Old Lyme .You'll be steps from Florence Griswold Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine. Also, Old Lyme Historical Society is within half a mile (1 km) and Connecticut River is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Goose Island - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Essex Steam Train - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Harvey's Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 5 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffees Country Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mystic Market Kitchen and Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mad Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Old Lyme Inn

3.5-star historic inn with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the historic Old Lyme Inn. The inn can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Old Lyme inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1856
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Old Lyme Inn offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 11 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per stay.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 11 to 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per stay

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, 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; cash is not accepted
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, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the inn before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Old Lyme Inn
Old Lyme Hotel Old Lyme
Old Lyme Inn Inn
Old Lyme Inn Old Lyme
Old Lyme Inn Inn Old Lyme

Frequently asked questions

How close is Old Lyme Inn to the airport?

Old Lyme Inn is 18.8 mi (24-min drive) away from the New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Old Lyme Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Old Lyme Inn.

How close is Old Lyme Inn to the beach?

This inn is 17.3 mi (30-min drive) from Ocean Beach Park and 6.2 mi (14-min drive) from Harvey's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Old Lyme Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Old Lyme Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 11 and 15 per person.

Is there a casino at Old Lyme Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Old Lyme Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Old Lyme Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Old Lyme Inn have a pool?

Old Lyme Inn does not have a pool.

Does Old Lyme Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Old Lyme Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Old Lyme Inn to downtown Old Lyme?

Old Lyme Inn is 0.6 mi away from Old Lyme.

Old Lyme Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 158 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love this Inn and will be back again and again. Only small downside for me were the bathroom towels as they are quite rough. But that's a small negative. Staff is wonderful and attentive and the full experience is top notch and classy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is unique in the region, having a Jazz club on the premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Scotty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The Inn needs an update. Our room had no television, refrigerator, bathtub or fireplace. The bright spot was the Side Bar which has excellent jazz shows
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Wildwood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Old Lyme Inn itself is a very nice property and the staff is exceptional. The staff is warm, welcoming and very helpful and informative about events and the local area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ernest

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Property seemed a little old and tired - stains on carpet and room smelled musty
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid week getaway

Always top notch customer service at this inn. Leslie and Tosh always provide impeccable attention to guests. Offering room upgrades, informing about 3 hrs of entertainment with dinner on the patio on thursday nights, or offering suggestions on activities on the area. Would recommend for a relaxing get away. Had a great dinner outside on the patio. The crusted cod was done ĵust right , along with the deviled eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Inn is beautiful however some of the furniture was shabby and the bed was lumpy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place near our family's beach house. Staff is friendly and motivated. Great jazzy brunches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect weekend

Our stay was excellent the staff was amazing very accommodating and friendly we were so relaxed we spent an extra day the building’s ground’s common areas and rooms were immaculate we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quaint and charming New England Inn set in a peaceful setting close to beaches. The staff do everything to make your stay enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay at the Old Lyme Inn

Great stay at the Old Lyme Inn! The most welcoming and accommodating staff I've ever met! They couldn't do enough for you. Breakfast was very nice, although the coffee wasn't great. The grounds are beautiful. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay with a Wonderful Staff

What a wonderful experience we had at The Old Lyme Inn. From the Valentine’s Tea, the amazing dinner and the Jazz club right next door. We never had to leave the property once we arrived on Saturday. Tosh the manager made us feel as if we were the only people staying at the inn . My guess is she made everyone else there feel the same. The room had wonderful morning light, comfy chairs and everything we needed. We will definitely be back - thanks for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wonderful

wonderful place, very good service, very friendly, and helpful staff. The room was big and clean, large bathroom. The tea party was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend!!

Family weekend. 3 night stay to meet with daughters for a weekend getaway. In allowed for an early check in because room was ready. Jazz club attached to Inn with shows Friday and Saturday night. Inn arranged for show tickets both nights. All the staff were exeptionally accomadating all weekend long from check in to show tickets to allowing us dinner service right at closing time. The dinner and breakfast were both prepared with care and quality. Dining are was very charming. From day one staff called us by name whenever we encountered them and made us feel like home. Because of their service would recommend their establishment. Inn was conveniently located right off the highway and walking distance to lyme sculptuŕe garden and floŕence griswold museum. 10 to 15 minute drive to niantic boardwalk, essex Steam train and ivoryton theatre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Art lovers

Wonderful room - spacious, on corner with three sets of windows. Very quiet and comfortable. Staff were all so nice, helpful and knowledgeable. A pleasure chatting with them. Great location across the Street from the fantastic Florence Griswald Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the stay was excellent. Staff very hey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023