The Griswold Inn
- 36 Main Street , Essex, Connecticut 06426
- 36 Main Street , Essex, Connecticut - 06426
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1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Extra Features - Sofa bed, free local calls, and free newspaper
Pleasure - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom emergency pull cord, low-height counter and sink, grab bar near toilet, and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Amenities and Features
- Complimentary newspaper
- Non Smoking
- AC
- Complimentary Wifi
- Grab-bar near toilet
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- Individually furnished
- Phone
- Individually decorated
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
- Complimentary local calls
- Bathroom (Private)
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron - ironing board
- Shower only
- Wheelchair accessible
- Low height counters and sink

Standard Room, Annex Building (One Double Bed)
View room details and amenities View details & amenities1 Double Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Extra Features - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and phone
Pleasure - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom emergency pull cord, low-height counter and sink, grab bar near toilet, and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Amenities and Features
- Complimentary newspaper
- Non Smoking
- AC
- Complimentary Wifi
- Grab-bar near toilet
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- Individually furnished
- Phone
- Individually decorated
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
- Complimentary local calls
- Bathroom (Private)
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron - ironing board
- Shower only
- Wheelchair accessible
- Low height counters and sink

1 Queen Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Extra Features - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and phone
Pleasure - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom emergency pull cord, low-height counter and sink, grab bar near toilet, and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Amenities and Features
- Complimentary newspaper
- Non Smoking
- AC
- Complimentary Wifi
- Grab-bar near toilet
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- Individually furnished
- Phone
- Individually decorated
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
- Complimentary local calls
- Bathroom (Private)
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron - ironing board
- Shower only
- Wheelchair accessible
- Low height counters and sink

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Gas Fireplace)
View room details and amenities View details & amenities1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Layout of Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Gas Fireplace) - Separate sitting area
Enjoy - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi
Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Extra Features - Sofa bed, free local calls, and free newspaper
Pleasure - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Bathroom emergency pull cord, low-height counter and sink, grab bar near toilet, and wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Amenities and Features
- Complimentary newspaper
- Non Smoking
- AC
- Complimentary Wifi
- Grab-bar near toilet
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- Individually furnished
- Phone
- Individually decorated
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
- Complimentary local calls
- Bathroom (Private)
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron - ironing board
- Shower only
- Wheelchair accessible
- Low height counters and sink
About The Hotel
About The Griswold Inn Hotel
With a stay at The Griswold Inn in Essex, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Essex Steam Train and Essex Island Marina. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Connecticut River Museum and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pratt House.
Popular Hotel Amenities and FeaturesTake in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Additional features at this inn include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Business, Other AmenitiesFeatured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Restaurants, Bars, Lounge & Dining optionsEnjoy a satisfying meal at The Tap Room serving guests of The Griswold Inn. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.
Hotel Accommodations and Guest RoomsMake yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pet Policy for The Griswold InnIf you are thinking of bringing your pet (dog or cat) and want to know if pets are allowed at The Griswold Inn, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of The Griswold Inn are listed below.
Pets not allowed
Additional Hotel Details
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Contactless check-out is available
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless food service / room service is available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Masks are compulsory at the property
FEATURED
AMENITIES
The Griswold Inn Hotel Amenities
- In room accessibility
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Meeting Room Facilities
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free internet
- Concierge service
- 24/7 front desk
- Tours - ticket assistance
- Free news papers in lobby
- Picnic area
- Terrace on property
- Garden on property
- Self parking - Free
- Smoke free property
- Bar & lounge
- Hotel Restaurant
- Gift shops or news stand
- Shopping on site
Hotel Location
Nearest airport and around The Griswold Inn - Essex, Connecticut Hotel
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Essex Island Marina - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Connecticut River Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pratt House - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Essex Library - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Essex Steam Train - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Yale New Haven Health Old Saybrook Medical Center - 4.9 km / 3 mi
Selden Neck State Park - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Ivoryton Playhouse - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Museum of Fife and Drum - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Plattwood Park - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
General William Hart House - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
Norma Terris Theater - 10 km / 6.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 82 km / 51 mi
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 41.5 km / 25.8 mi
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 47.4 km / 29.4 mi
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 49 km / 30.5 mi
East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 99.9 km / 62.1 mi
The preferred airport for The Griswold Inn is Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL).
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Helpful Info & FAQs
Yes, parking is available free of cost at the The Griswold Inn. This is one of the hotels in Essex with Free Parking.
The checking times for The Griswold Inn are between 2:00 PM and .
This The Griswold Inn's check-out time is 11:00 AM.
The Griswold Inn is an independent hotel.
The address for The Griswold Inn is 36 Main Street, Essex, Connecticut 06426
Based on recent averages, the price for tonight can start at 115.
Based on recent averages, the room rate for this weekend can be as low as 115 per night.
The The Griswold Inn has a total of 33 guest rooms.
Travelers find this hotel .
THE GRISWOLD INN is within minutes from Essex Island Marina - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi , Connecticut River Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi and Pratt House - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Griswold Inn is Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL). The airport is conveniently located when visiting this Essex hotel.
Guest Reviews
The Griswold Inn Reviews Summary
With a stay at The Griswold Inn in Essex, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Essex Steam Train and Essex Island Marina. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Connecticut River Museum and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pratt House.
Popular Hotel Amenities and FeaturesTake in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Additional features at this inn include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Business, Other AmenitiesFeatured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Restaurants, Bars, Lounge & Dining optionsEnjoy a satisfying meal at The Tap Room serving guests of The Griswold Inn. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.
Hotel Accommodations and Guest RoomsMake yourself at home in one of the 33 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pet Policy for The Griswold InnIf you are thinking of bringing your pet (dog or cat) and want to know if pets are allowed at The Griswold Inn, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of The Griswold Inn are listed below.
Pets not allowed
Additional Hotel Details
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Contactless check-out is available
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless food service / room service is available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Masks are compulsory at the property
The Griswold Inn Hotel Amenities
- In room accessibility
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Meeting Room Facilities
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free internet
- Concierge service
- 24/7 front desk
- Tours - ticket assistance
- Free news papers in lobby
- Picnic area
- Terrace on property
- Garden on property
- Self parking - Free
- Smoke free property
- Bar & lounge
- Hotel Restaurant
- Gift shops or news stand
- Shopping on site
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Essex Island Marina - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Connecticut River Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pratt House - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Essex Library - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Essex Steam Train - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Yale New Haven Health Old Saybrook Medical Center - 4.9 km / 3 mi
Selden Neck State Park - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Ivoryton Playhouse - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Museum of Fife and Drum - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Plattwood Park - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
General William Hart House - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
Norma Terris Theater - 10 km / 6.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 82 km / 51 mi
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 41.5 km / 25.8 mi
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 47.4 km / 29.4 mi
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 49 km / 30.5 mi
East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 99.9 km / 62.1 mi
The preferred airport for The Griswold Inn is Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL).