Downtown Hartford Travel Guide

Hartford

A garden path with lavender and other plants, surrounded by modern buildings.
A pavilion with a red roof and a triangular peak, surrounded by green grass and trees.
An ornate theater interior with intricate ceiling designs and a stage.
A historic building with a curved entrance canopy, steps leading up to the doors, and American flags.
A large, ornate government building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

Stay near popular Downtown Hartford attractions

A multi-level atrium with a colorful carpet, glass railings, and a staircase.

Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts

8.6/10 (61 reviews)
While seeing a play or concert in Hartford’s historic venue, look up to admire one of the largest ceiling murals in the United States.
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Things to do

Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

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Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Hartford

The Capitol Hotel

The Capitol Hotel

3 out of 5
440 Asylum St Hartford CT
The price is £86 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£86
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,528 reviews)
"Sure at one time it was top notch, not so more. Is it do able? Yes. Down for me--- any time someone closed a hotel door to the room you would hear it..very loud. Any time used water the pipes would bang loudly too. Hotel has it's blemishes that you can over look..one the plus side-- service was friendly. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

The Capitol Hotel
The Goodwin Hotel

The Goodwin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Haynes St Hartford CT
The price is £234 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£234
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nicest hotel!! Worth it!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Goodwin Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown

4 out of 5
315 Trumbull St Hartford CT
The price is £146 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£146
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"As a Hilton Honors member the fact that I had to pay $6 for the two bottles of water in my room is ridiculous."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
370 Market Street Hartford CT
The price is £110 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£110
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Front desk wasn’t very pleasant"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG
Marriott Hartford Downtown

Marriott Hartford Downtown

4 out of 5
200 Columbus Boulevard Hartford CT
The price is £246 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£246
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions PeoplesBank Arena and The Meadows Music Theatre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
"Breakfast is great, staff is stellar. Love staying here."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Marriott Hartford Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown

3.5 out of 5
942 Main St Hartford CT
The price is £185 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£185
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (494 reviews)
"Stayed in the 1 bedroom loft. Which is super huge. Full kitchen. You have to get through 2 doors to get into the building which made me feel secure. Had small store area that gave you the option to charge items to your room. The free breakfast was fantastic with a lot of options to choose from. Staff ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Hartford

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Elizabeth Park and Connecticut Historical Society Museum.

South Meadows

Coffee shops and seafood restaurants are just a few things travellers like about South Meadows. A stop by Connecticut River is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Barry Square

While visiting Barry Square, you might make a stop by sights like Webster Theater and Assaiante Tennis Center.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a historic tower, and a unique triangular structure.

Frog Hollow

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Frog Hollow and surrounding area, you can visit Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river, and surrounding greenery.

North Meadows

Unique features of North Meadows include the live music and theatres. Make a stop by The Meadows Music Theatre or Connecticut River while you're exploring the area.

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