Title: Bee and Thistle Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bee and Thistle Inn Riverside tranquility meets refined comfort at Bee and Thistle Inn, where garden views enhance fine dining and spa treatments offer genuine rejuvenation ## Photo gallery for Bee and Thistle Inn ![Interior - Bee and Thistle Inn (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/e6befb03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Bee and Thistle Inn (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/76365cdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room Five | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished - Bee and Thistle Inn (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/5bd712c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bee and Thistle Inn (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/4c5704da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Bee and Thistle Inn (Old Lyme)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/abaadd72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Bee and Thistle Inn, riverside, offers a peaceful retreat with garden views and full amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, relax by the lobby fireplace, and savor cuisine at The Chestnut Grille. Free WiFi and attentive concierge service complete the experience. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=4091130&PinnedHotelID=4091130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - 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325 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room Three ![Room Three | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/09761561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Three ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 338 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room Four ![Room Four | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/31021e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Four ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Room Five ![Room Five | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/5bd712c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Five ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Room Seven ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Room Eight ![Room Eight | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/4a42a0c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Eight ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 255 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room Nine ![Room Nine | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/ddb3958d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Nine ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 210 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room Ten ![Room Ten | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/f757f2d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Ten ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 249 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room Eleven ![Room Eleven | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4100000/4091200/4091130/38a6b70d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Eleven ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping - 179 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOld-Lyme-Hotels-Bee-And-Thistle-Inn.h4091130.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOld-Lyme-Hotels-Bee-And-Thistle-Inn.h4091130.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Old Lyme, Bee and Thistle Inn is in the historical district and on a river. 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 Stay and Play LLC are also worth visiting. [Visit our Old Lyme travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Old-Lyme.dx183070) [View more Inns in Old Lyme](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Old-Lyme-Inns.d183070-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.32673%2C-72.32678&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dV-_x1dU37KOxa_GYUtexy-m0sU=) 100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371 ### What's nearby - Florence Griswold Museum \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Old Lyme Historical Society \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Ferry Landing State Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - Foxwoods Resort Casino \- 32 min drive \- 34.4 miles ### Getting around - Old Saybrook Station - 9 min drive - Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 61 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive - ‪Pizza Works - ‬6 min drive - ‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Bee and Thistle Inn Inn by the river Consider a stay at Bee and Thistle Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy or a facial. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Chestnut Grille, features garden views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Free newspapers, meeting rooms and multilingual staff - Wedding services, massage treatment rooms and coffee/tea in reception Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Facials - Hot stone massages - Swedish massages - Treatment room ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Built in 1756 - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby - Georgian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Room service ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 16 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties 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 Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Bee & Thistle Inn Bee & Thistle Inn Old Lyme Bee Thistle Inn Bee Thistle Old Lyme Bee And Thistle Hotel Old Lyme Bee Thistle Inn Old Lyme Bee Thistle Bee and Thistle Inn Inn Bee and Thistle Inn Old Lyme Bee and Thistle Inn Inn Old Lyme ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bee and Thistle Inn pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bee and Thistle Inn? ### What time is check-in at Bee and Thistle Inn? ### What time is check-out at Bee and Thistle Inn? ### Where is Bee and Thistle Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Bee and Thistle Inn Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 55 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 19 Feb 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities THEY ARE OUT OF BUSINESS!!!! YOU BOOKED ME A HOTEL THAT NO LONGER EXISTS!!!!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 21 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I was billed twice for my final payment. First when I checked in and then when I checked out. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 16 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely Inn and staff was very friendly and helpful. Dinner was beyond excellent! ##### Lynne Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 25 Sept 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bee and Thistle was a huge letdown for us. The outward appearance of the property and grounds are very nice . The rooms however are a different story. Dark, dreary and desperate for deep cleaning and coat of fresh paint in cheery color. The bathroom is almost unusable. Small , dirty, shower that barely functioned. The bed was very uncomfortable , pillows etc. The owners need to give this place an overhaul. The dinner experience was also bad. A server touched our food with bare hands in front of us. We could not get coffee until 8 am so we had to go to a convenience store . 😭 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Guillermo, USA / France 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service #### Lovely area, the hotel could improve in some areas Overall we would have to say that this hotel was okay. Nothing special but also not horrible. It is a beautiful house that has a lot of charm to it. The grounds around the house are also nice to walk around. We had only a couple issues, though to us they were important. We knew we were going to arrive late, and called the day before to let them know. They contact us via hotels.com and informed us that if we arrived after 9pm then out keys to our room would be in the basket outside the front door. Easy enough. Well, when we arrived, around 11:30pm there was no key in the basket and no phone number to call. Luckily, the last restaurant worker was leaving, making sure the front door was locked, and saw us arrive. They were kind enough to open the door, find out key in an envelope that was inside the house (not helpful) and showed us our room. Definitely not their job, but they did it. Which was very nice. Unfortunately that was the last of the good customer service. The following day no one said hello, gave us a welcome talk or provided us with information. When we went to ask the front desk person didn't know the answers to most of our questions. The second issue was the bed, after two nights sleeping on it, our backs started to hurt. Could use better pillows as well. However, otherwise we really enjoyed our visit to Lyme, the sites and the beach. It is a lovely area to explore. ##### Guillermo Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn, Hartsdale 10 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Charming inn Friendly, helpful staff that provided great information about the area and things to do. Inn was a comfortable charming place with o stay. ##### Dawn Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim, Suffield, CT 22 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Absolutely amazing place, very comfortable accommodations. Ate dinner there too, and it was probably the best I have in a long time. A little issue with the hair dryer early in the morning and no one around, but it was such a minor inconvenience I don't want it to detract from the review. I would absolutely book there again in a heartbeat. Staff have limited hours, but when they were there, they were so attentive without being overbearing. Wonderful musicians on a Sunday night during dinner, great wine selections, and chef has a real creative way of using local items. Bar tender also creative with drinks, though I loved the wine selection. Bed SOOOO comfortable. Enjoy! ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandiphoto, Baltimore, MD 20 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Love the original art on walls, the garden with live music and happy hour. The restaurant was fantastic! ##### Sandiphoto Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Eli, NJ 18 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort For years we have passed the Bee and Thistle and always wanted to stay there. What a disappointment. Great staff and location but boy is the place run down. It looks like there must be absentee ownership that has either run out of money or just doesn’t care anymore. Many areas badly in need of painting, filthy windows and windowsills, poor AC, threadbare carpets, water stains on ceilings etc., etc. Considering the condition of the property the rates should be a fraction of what they are. I’m aware of the term “shabby chic” but the current Bee and Thistle is just shabby. ##### Eli Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 27 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Nice to experience how people lived in the past. No TV in the room or on the premises. The breakfast was outstanding. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pete 4 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Unique place. Great outdoors ##### Pete Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget 16 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful New England charm &art My room was nice and quiet, staff were friendly and assisted with local outdoorsy info .The breakfast was delish. I love the shore area in ct.and the inns along the coast ##### Bridget ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quick one night stay Wish I had more time to explore the area, but the dinner at the restaurant was excellent and the breakfast was plentiful and pretty good too! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing, quiet... beautiful Great way to spend our anniversary....great food too ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 19 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Charming inn Very charming inn. Cookies were delivered to our room in the evening, and we received a bag with water and apples at checkout. The breakfast was very good, with an egg dish, bacon, toast, and assorted delicious pastries and gourmet coffee and tea. Staff was very friendly and helpful.Only negative was slow-filling tub on the third floor, but completely understandable with the age of the house.Lovely toiletries. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 1 Sept 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Charming Inn in a quiet location We were greeted by name when we arrived, an the hostess explained to us all the features of the Inn. It's very much like one of the old houses at Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts, except it has electricity and air conditioning. :-) The room as arrayed like a Victorian bedroom, with nice views of the surrounding landscape. There's a beautiful Japanese chestnut tree spreading majestically near the front entrance. Parking is ample. The grounds are nice for walking, the property is located right on the river.The area is very quiet, and the bed was firm, but very comfortable. We slept with the windows open, very nice. The included breakfast is also very good. Upon checkout, we were even given a goodie bag to take with us. All in all, a wonderfully romantic weekend getaway. We'll be sure to repeat. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nancy, denver 31 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Relaxing, beautiful town, near great museum, food, beaches, shopping ##### nancy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 31 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very peaceful Quiet and close to where I was working. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Lots of space to spread out. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 31 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Extremely relaxing Needed a place to stay for work and this was very nice, super quiet and very peaceful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 3 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Spent a lovely evening at the Bee and Thistle. Great service and delicious breakfast. ##### Anne ### 4/10 Poor #### Debra 18 Nov 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service Not so good. Did not give me my room I picked out. Breakfast was horrible. Out only choice was sausage and eggs. That was it ##### Debra ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne 2 Oct 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Classy B&B Outstanding customer service and wonderfully friendly staff; lovely grounds and warm, friendly common areas in the evening. ##### Suzanne ### 6/10 Okay #### Constant travel, Calufornia 24 Sept 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Uncomfortable stay Small room with no TV,radio,coffee. Room decorated like a modern art installation with weird graffiti on wall. Unprofessional staff ##### Constant travel ### 8/10 Good #### Christine 3 Sept 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I was disappointed because they switched my room and my room was freezing. It was so cold I had trouble sleeping. There was no way to control the temperature. Also, they kept calling my home phone when my cell phone number was given. ##### Christine ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles 30 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely place, good relaxing stay! 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