Old Lyme Inn

3.5 star property
Historic inn in Old Lyme with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Property entrance
Old Lyme Inn, nestled in a historic setting, invites you to unwind by the fireplace or explore its charming garden. Enjoy a good book from the library, connect with free WiFi, and appreciate helpful staff who have made lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (11)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
  • Conference space
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard 2 Twins

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior 2 Twins

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 2 min walk
  • Goose Island - 5 min drive
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 6 min drive
  • Essex Steam Train - 6 min drive
  • Lyme Academy of Fine Arts - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 24 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 36 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 38 min drive
  • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 61 min drive
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 89 min drive
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 25.5 miles/41 km
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 27.2 miles/43.7 km
  • Old Saybrook Station - 5 min drive
  • New London Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Madison Station - 18 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

Old Lyme Inn is a great choice for a stay in Old Lyme. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1856
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 11 to 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Does Old Lyme Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Old Lyme Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Old Lyme Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Old Lyme Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Lyme Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Old Lyme Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Old Lyme Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Lyme Inn?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Old Lyme Inn like?

Old Lyme Inn is located a short 2-minute walk from Florence Griswold Museum.

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Old Lyme Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 Exceptional

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.
Steve, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Scotty, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sherry, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely place near our family's beach house. Staff is friendly and motivated. Great jazzy brunches.
Sebastian, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The Inn is beautiful however some of the furniture was shabby and the bed was lumpy.
Michael, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was excellent.
Donald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything
Johanne, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property seemed a little old and tired - stains on carpet and room smelled musty
Ernest, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!!
scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was wonderful! The Inn itself is very charming!
Karen, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

This inn is charming, well located and has the fantastic Sidedoor Jazz club - we had a wonderful time here and the staff was beyond helpful! A great place to stay in Old Lyme!

8/10 Very good

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!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very enjoyable vacation.
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the Old Lyme Inn
An adorably quaint hotel near the Florence Griswold museum. Cozy and comfy and the staff are welcoming and friendly.
Kim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful place. The staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant located at the Old Lyme Inn was excellent and the Jazz Club is a must.
Jean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the stay was excellent. Staff very hey.
ARTHUR, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet place,close to beautiful small New England towns.Nice comfortable rooms,breakfast plus a very friendly and helpful staff.
Frederick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The town of Old Lyme is charming, and this lovely inn is perfectly situated, right across from the Florence Griswold Museum, right off the I95 for easy exploring, and very quiet and peaceful.
Randall, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Lovely Stay
We had a lovely stay. The room was spacious, clean and very comfortable. The guest service was great and the complimentary breakfast was delicious.
Heidi L, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely inn with great hosts
What a lovely discovery! Gorgeous, historic inn with a wonderful restaurant. Quiet, comfortable and great location to explore from.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was comfortable and Chris at the front desk was friendly and helpful.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time at the Old Lyme Inn. The restaurant was fantastic and the service was excellent. We also saw the Jazz show which was the highlight of our weekend.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Stay at small Inn
The staff at the Inn are incredibly nice and helpful in every way. The Inn is very quaint and a great location to all the ongoings and sights in the mid-connecticut shore area. We will be back for another visit hopefully soon.
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was supper friendly and helpful.
Cynthia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Lyme Inn has such old world charm with a very friendly and accommodating staff. Would highly recommend!
Theresa, 10-night trip