The Watershed

Riverfront hotel in Norwalk with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

The Watershed - Formerly Hotel Zero Degrees, nestled by the river, offers a welcoming atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, express check-out and concierge services.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Rooftop terrace
24-hour fitness center
24-hour business center
Conference center
3 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Computer station

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

CNY1,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Tomorrow

Nov 21 - Nov 22

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Superior King)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe King)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Classic Queen)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View (Deluxe Double Double ADA Compliant)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, River View (Studio King ADA Compliant)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

37 sq m
River view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Studio King)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

46 sq m
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Superior King ADA Compliant)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 1
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe Double Double)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

353 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT, 06851

What's nearby

The Curb Dog Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Caldor Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
Center Seven Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
Gateway Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Historic South Norwalk - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial) - 26 min drive
Westchester County Airport (HPN) - 27 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 29 min drive
New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 46 min drive
Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford) - 48 min drive
Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) - 78 min drive
MacArthur Airport (ISP) - 99 min drive
South Norwalk Station - 9 min drive
East Norwalk Station - 11 min drive
Southport Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Aromas Peruvian Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
‪Italia Pizzeria Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
‪Siena Norwalk - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Watershed

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Watershed. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 96 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Debit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free covered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Onsite garage

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store

What to do

Beach access
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Computer station
Coworking spaces
Conference center (1200 square feet of space)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 2013
Rooftop terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Water dispenser
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 51
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
5 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 48
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Front entrance ramp
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch Smart TV
Premium cable channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Microwave (on request)

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only

Fee & policy details

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Hotel Zero

Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk

Hotel Zero Norwalk

Norwalk Hotel Zero

Zero Degrees Hotel Norwalk

Zero Degrees Norwalk

Zero Hotel

Zero Hotel Norwalk

The Watershed Hotel

The Watershed Norwalk

Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk

The Watershed Hotel Norwalk

The Watershed Formerly Hotel Zero Degrees

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Watershed?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Watershed?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Watershed?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Watershed and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Watershed also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Watershed?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Watershed like?

The Watershed is located by the river. Popular attractions include The SoNo Collection, which is 4 minutes away by car.

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The Watershed Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The on-site restaurant offered excellent dining experiences with great food, attentive staff, and a lovely atmosphere. (9 reviews)
Parking was easy and convenient with a large parking lot available on site. (6 reviews)
The property's fitness center features brand new, upgraded equipment. (3 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Restaurant

Location

Lobby

Breakfast

Trains

Bed

View

Shower

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 7, 2025

Beautiful hotel!

Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 1, 2025

A beautiful place to stay.

Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 26, 2025

Amazing hotel, rooms provide every comfort

Isolde, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 30, 2025

A Beautiful Place to stay

Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 27, 2025

The hotel was beautiful and clean, and the staff was very nice. Would love to come back.

Kate, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 14, 2025

Yes, staff was professional

Lauren, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 8, 2025

Clean, great staff. Noise was an issue.

Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 25, 2025

This was a surprise of a boutique hotel!! So many cute and eclectic details. The beds are amazing and the room was spacious with a desk. Also the Italian restaurant on site was 5 star.

Heide, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 23, 2025

Overall Beautiful place

Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 12, 2025

Great place!

Gisela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 16, 2025

Would go stay there again

Ox, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 20, 2025

Excellent

Great service and very clean rooms

Dr. Liat, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nov 3, 2025

Front desk needed more People and needed to be more efficient

andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 25, 2025

Decor, views are stunning. I want to model my new bath after the yours.

gloria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 7, 2025

Fantastic stay

Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 13, 2025

Beautiful hotel.

Glenda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 27, 2025

Wonderful hotel in the middle of the western part of town. Very classy hotel with friendly staff and exceptional restaurant.

Joye, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 28, 2025

The Watershed

This property is a hidden gem! The rooms are spacious, modern and very clean and the staff goes above and beyond to help customers.

Laina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 11, 2025

Great hotel, staff, amenities and continental breakfast included with delicious coffee! We would recommend and stay again.

John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 24, 2025

Beautiful hotel! We would definitely stay again.

Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 9, 2025

Pleasant stay.

Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 27, 2025

Be sure to stay!

Excellent hospitality, breakfast and wonderful dinner

Mindy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 12, 2025

Five stars

Nice staff, easy check in/out, very clean and great location

Dana, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 28, 2025

Good place for the night

Brandie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 3, 2025

The breakfast was not well stocked. No milk for the cereal was visible. One of the coffees was out. The room was nice, clean and spacious. The hotel was very attractive. A train runs right behind the hotel but I didn't find it bad. It was a commuter rail not freight.

Anthony, 1-night trip