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Old Lyme Inn

Property class: 3.5
Historic inn in Old Lyme with restaurant and bar/lounge

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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

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

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking

Room options

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old Lyme Historical Society - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mohegan Sun Casino - 27 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 40 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 25 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 39 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 47 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 61 min drive
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 92 min drive
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 25.4 miles/41 km
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 27.1 miles/43.7 km
  • Old Saybrook Station - 9 min drive
  • Madison Station - 18 min drive
  • Clinton Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Monkey Farm - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Old Lyme Inn

Located near a train station, Old Lyme Inn is a great choice for a stay in Old Lyme. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Old Lyme Inn, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this historic inn include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

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
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 cribs (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 onsite 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

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours 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 lobby

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Old Lyme Inn - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 to 20 for adults, and USD 12 to 20 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 24 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 elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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 to 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. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Old Lyme Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Lyme Inn?

Yes, Old Lyme Inn offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Old Lyme Inn like?

Old Lyme Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Florence Griswold Museum and 11 minutes' walk from Old Lyme Historical Society.

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Reviews

Old Lyme Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and prepared with care, with a charming dining area. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is always welcoming and the stay is my favorite in Old Lyme. I feel at home there.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old inn, updated rooms, great staff
Jay, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was exactly what you think when you think a historical inn. Great stay. Very quiet and very friendly staff.
Jason, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Internet was spotty though.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and very pleasant property. Super and welcoming staff. Very easy to recommend. Thanks.
Hasan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

staff was extraordinarily hospitable, knowledgeable of the area and took time to chat....
Patricia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is unique in the region, having a Jazz club on the premises.
JON, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The bathroom sink drained very, very slowly the entire time we stayed. The room lighting was a little too dim. However, the Inn is beautiful, The room was spacious. We had a very good bed.
Kirk, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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A beautiful Inn with lots of history. A favorite of ours. Wish their had been breakfast available but fresh coffee was out and ready
Jane Ratsey, 2-night trip
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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!
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very enjoyable vacation.
Deborah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was wonderful! The Inn itself is very charming!
Karen, 3-night trip
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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
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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
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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
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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
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8/10 Very good

Lovely place near our family's beach house. Staff is friendly and motivated. Great jazzy brunches.
Sebastian, 3-night trip
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was supper friendly and helpful.
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the stay was excellent. Staff very hey.
ARTHUR, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Old Lyme Inn has such old world charm with a very friendly and accommodating staff. Would highly recommend!
Theresa, 3-night trip