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Old Lyme Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers warm themselves by the historic Old Lyme Inn's lobby fireplace, lose themselves in library books, and connect with others in this charming space.

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The Old Lyme Inn offers a historic setting for guests to relax by the fireplace or wander the garden. The library provides books for quiet moments, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected. Visitors especially appreciate the helpful staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior 2 Twins

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard 2 Twins | Premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Old Lyme is home to Old Lyme Inn. Essex Island Marina and Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Essex Saybrook Antique Village Shopping Center and Essex Plaza Shopping Center. Saybrook Country Barn and Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Old Lyme travel guide
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Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • #artistcolony #americanimpressionism
    Florence Griswold Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Foxwoods
    Foxwoods Resort Casino
    32 min drive - 55.3 km
  • Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Lyme Historical Society
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ferry Landing State Park
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station
    9 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ashlawn Farm Coffee
    5 min drive
  • Burger King
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Coffee’s Country Market & Catering
    4 min drive
  • Pizza Works
    6 min drive

About this property

Old Lyme Inn

Historic inn
Take advantage of a garden, a library, and a fireplace in the lobby at Old Lyme Inn. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 11 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1856
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 24 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 11 to 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 24 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is 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

Is Old Lyme Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Old Lyme Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Old Lyme Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Old Lyme Inn located?

Situated in Old Lyme, this historic inn is within a 15-minute walk of Florence Griswold Museum and Old Lyme Historical Society. Connecticut River and Goose Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always welcoming and the stay is my favorite in Old Lyme. I feel at home there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old inn, updated rooms, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Amenities
Great room and very pleasant property. Super and welcoming staff. Very easy to recommend. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was extraordinarily hospitable, knowledgeable of the area and took time to chat....
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane Ratsey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful! The Inn itself is very charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the Old Lyme Inn

An adorably quaint hotel near the Florence Griswold museum. Cozy and comfy and the staff are welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place near our family's beach house. Staff is friendly and motivated. Great jazzy brunches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Inn, kept very clean, nice location. Staff is friendly and helpful but a little less available during the week than on weekends. None of the rooms have a coffeemaker. The standard room is very small with no TV but the more updated rooms will have one. We would stay at this Inn again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Old Lyme Inn is absolutely charming! It’s quaint, cozy, and full of character, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. The entire place has such a warm, inviting vibe; I loved the mix of history and comfort throughout. Leslie at the front desk was wonderful, friendly, helpful, and genuinely interactive, which made us feel right at home. The library with board games was such a fun touch, and the live jazz music really set the mood and added to the unique experience. We had breakfast on our last morning, and it was delicious; definitely worth it. Parking was easy and convenient, and the location couldn’t be better, right off I-95. Overall, this inn has a great blend of charm, comfort, and personality. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, memorable stay in Connecticut!
Library
Bar
Dining area
Adorable decor on front porch
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness
The bedding needs updating. We stayed two nights and they did not clean the room or provide clean towels. There is a keurig in the lobby to make coffee and they put out a tray of muffins in the morning that are cut in half. Inn was quiet. Right off I-94. Hangry Goose is a good breakfast place near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the stay was excellent. Staff very hey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love this Inn and will be back again and again. Only small downside for me were the bathroom towels as they are quite rough. But that's a small negative. Staff is wonderful and attentive and the full experience is top notch and classy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wonderful

wonderful place, very good service, very friendly, and helpful staff. The room was big and clean, large bathroom. The tea party was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Art lovers

Wonderful room - spacious, on corner with three sets of windows. Very quiet and comfortable. Staff were all so nice, helpful and knowledgeable. A pleasure chatting with them. Great location across the Street from the fantastic Florence Griswald Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid week getaway

Always top notch customer service at this inn. Leslie and Tosh always provide impeccable attention to guests. Offering room upgrades, informing about 3 hrs of entertainment with dinner on the patio on thursday nights, or offering suggestions on activities on the area. Would recommend for a relaxing get away. Had a great dinner outside on the patio. The crusted cod was done ĵust right , along with the deviled eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend!!

Family weekend. 3 night stay to meet with daughters for a weekend getaway. In allowed for an early check in because room was ready. Jazz club attached to Inn with shows Friday and Saturday night. Inn arranged for show tickets both nights. All the staff were exeptionally accomadating all weekend long from check in to show tickets to allowing us dinner service right at closing time. The dinner and breakfast were both prepared with care and quality. Dining are was very charming. From day one staff called us by name whenever we encountered them and made us feel like home. Because of their service would recommend their establishment. Inn was conveniently located right off the highway and walking distance to lyme sculptuŕe garden and floŕence griswold museum. 10 to 15 minute drive to niantic boardwalk, essex Steam train and ivoryton theatre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was exactly what you think when you think a historical inn. Great stay. Very quiet and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025