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Our top choices for West River hotels

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Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
3.0 star property
West River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,095 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Muhammad
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven
3.0 star property
6.4 km from West River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (586 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Marc
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven
Free WiFi

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven
2.5 star property
8.8 km from West River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Hotel is beautiful and incredibly clean. Pool was great for the kids, breakfast was ok. Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven
Free daily continental breakfast

Spark by Hilton Guilford

Spark by Hilton Guilford
2.5 star property
24.4 km from West River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (161 reviews)
"Clean and quiet, very nice for a weekend away"
United States
Jill
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Spark by Hilton Guilford
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In

Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In
3.0 star property
29.3 km from West River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Read the instructions but overall great stay."
United States
Charlene
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In
Panoramic Room

The Surfside Hotel

The Surfside Hotel
2.0 star property
23.2 km from West River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"My husband and I Loved our stay - room was great, bed was comfortable, property staff very helpful. Love the beach, love the walk along the sea wall and beach, enjoyed riding bikes in the morning before we left for a long day on the road. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Surfside Hotel
Lobby

Wyndham Southbury

Wyndham Southbury
3.0 star property
27.6 km from West River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,255 reviews)
"very convenient to the 81"
United States
Michael D
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Wyndham Southbury
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Cheshire Welcome Inn

Cheshire Welcome Inn
2.5 star property
19.1 km from West River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (843 reviews)
"Would stay again, good price, and comfortable beds!"
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Cheshire Welcome Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

American Inn

American Inn
2.0 star property
15.3 km from West River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (546 reviews)
"Very good service will stay again"
United States
Nicole Marie
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
American Inn
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
3.0 star property
13.4 km from West River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Wasn’t thrilled I had to go but my AC went and it was a wonderful stay."
United States
Thomas
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
Exterior

Hampton Inn Waterbury

Hampton Inn Waterbury
2.5 star property
28.6 km from West River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was convenient, clean and our girls loved the pool!"
United States
Millard
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hampton Inn Waterbury
Exterior

Jay's Ranch

Jay's Ranch
3.0 star property
5.9 km from West River
7.4 out of 10, Good, (48 reviews)
"Worst time ever me and my husband were out of there in less than two hours.. pay for a queen suite got a different cheaper. Room was not compensated. None of the amenities were available. We were told we don’t allow walk around the house no washer and dryer no kitchen no outside of amenities. nothing they offered was true or given totally misled. The host said she’d give me the email address for the management. It’s the whole thing was blocked out deceitful devious. do not stay there. It’s a...
United States
Sean
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Jay's Ranch
Lobby

Quality Suites Stratford

Quality Suites Stratford
2.5 star property
20.8 km from West River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean rooms, friendly staff. Work stay and will stay here again"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Quality Suites Stratford
Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
2.5 star property
15.3 km from West River
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"A great deal for the price. Clean, good breakfast (more variety than I would have expected), lots of parking. Quiet surroundings, but not great sound proofing. Dog friendly."
United States
jennifer
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!

Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!
3.0 star property
27.8 km from West River
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Beautiful house with great views of the lake. "
United States
Darrell
The price is NZ$825
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Lakefront Home, Close to Mt Southington!
Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
2.0 star property
13.5 km from West River
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,018 reviews)
"Safe clean room right off the highway nice food options close by and a Walgreens across the street. It’s a solid motel for a quick stay."
United States
Chyrell
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
Exterior

Tower Inn And Suites Of Guilford - Madison

Tower Inn And Suites Of Guilford - Madison
2.5 star property
24.4 km from West River
7.4 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"It was great. Easy check in and check out. Love that the chexk out qas at 11 and noe wicked early. If i go to a event in the area again i would definitely stay here again."
United States
Christina
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Tower Inn And Suites Of Guilford - Madison
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
2.5 star property
4.6 km from West River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,709 reviews)
"Really great breakfast at this hotel, cute small swimming pool."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
Exterior

The Circle Hotel Fairfield

The Circle Hotel Fairfield
3.0 star property
30.1 km from West River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,468 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Kori
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Circle Hotel Fairfield
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown
3.0 star property
28.5 km from West River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,262 reviews)
"The king room was very comfortable and spacious. The reservation agents were very helpful during the check-in and check-out process."
United States
Kathleen
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in West River

Find the best West River areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An ornate theater interior with a large organ, arched ceilings, and rows of seating.
Photo by Tiffany Zhou
Open Photo by Tiffany Zhou

Downtown New Haven

If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, New Haven City Hall and Shubert Theater are top sights worth seeing.

A riverside walkway with a gazebo, a dock, and a boat.

Long Wharf

Long Wharf is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Long Wharf Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.

A large brick building with arched windows and domed towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone pathway.

The Hill

When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Long Wharf Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A cityscape at sunset with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a river in the background.

East Rock

Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A green field, a hill with trees, and a blue sky with clouds.

West New Haven

While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and West Rock Ridge State Park.

Top West River Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in West River

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms always ready to help staff very friendly. And nice and cool a/c lovely stay"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in West River?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in New Haven's West River neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Grave of Sarah Winchester as part of your West River travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in West River?
Based on our traveller data, Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area is one of the top choices for your stay in West River. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Yale University, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the West River area?
When you want to find places to stay in New Haven, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in West River.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West River, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in West River.
What are the top things to see and do in West River?
Grave of Sarah Winchester is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in West River. While you're out sightseeing in New Haven, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center or Art Plus Studio.