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Old Lyme Inn

3.5 star property
Historic inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Property grounds
Living area
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
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

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Superior 2 Twins

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard 2 Twins | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Standard 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Old Lyme is home to Old Lyme Inn. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Goose Island - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Essex Steam Train - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Harvey's Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 5 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saybrook Point Inn & Spa - ‬9 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), concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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 at Old Lyme Inn?

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 10-minute walk of Florence Griswold Museum, Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine, and Old Lyme Historical Society. Connecticut River and Ferry Landing State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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