Title: Waterford Travel Guide: Best of Waterford, Connecticut Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waterford](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford-Hotels.d177538.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Waterford](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford-Holiday-Rentals.d177538.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Waterford Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waterford.d177538.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waterford Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford.d177538.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waterford Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![rocks at low tide on beach at Harkness State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/64578553-64b0-420b-a5db-6f70748f9f03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/7a26565e-5648-424f-89a3-ab49a4c61135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Seagull perched on the rock. Sea haze during sunrise. Waterford, Connecticut.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/21d7d9ea-e01d-4b85-aac7-c3e127d4f1c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lone tree stands on the shore of Long Island Sound at Harkness State Park, Connecticut, USA; Waterford, Connecticut, United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/3eb4932d-9619-4ec6-8baf-285b8eedabae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shrubs and climbing roses near an iron gate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/82975341-f54a-4ac8-9e24-2aa02fe15ea4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waterford Things to do - Top hotels in Waterford - Top Holiday Rentals in Waterford ![Oakdell Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1540100/1540096/762adf0b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oakdell Motel 983 Hartford Turnpike Waterford CT £82 16 Apr - 17 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Waterford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Waterford Speedbowl and Crystal Mall are located ... 7/10 Good! (101 reviews) It was very warm, but the bed was horribly uncomfortable! Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=1540096&PinnedHotelID=1540096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) ![Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10100/10068/3901f643_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton 55 Whitehall Avenue Mystic CT £67 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Mystic. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,496 reviews) Fast internet, good cold breakfast, nice movie/tv options Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=10068&PinnedHotelID=10068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) ![Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593900/2593874/a4b45014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area 2049 Norwich Montville CT £84 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,668 reviews) Friendly staff, clean room, and great breakfast! A damp, musty smell in the room, wish I would have requested an immediate change. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=2593874&PinnedHotelID=2593874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) [See all 1,986 properties in Waterford](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=177538) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cozy Renovated Cottage with Game Room, WiFi, AC - Mins to Beach & Boardwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766000/108765994/0bbae525_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Renovated Cottage with Game Room, WiFi, AC - Mins to Beach & Boardwalk Waterford CT Stay at this cottage in Waterford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amtrak Beach and Tumbleweeds are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews) This is the cutest home and has every amenity you'll need. It's clean, cozy, and well stocked. The property manager communicated so well every step of the way and was so nice. You'll also be in very close proximity to great food and easy shopping. Sift Bakery is nearby as well as Flanders Donuts ... Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford-Hotels-Cozy-Renovated-Cottage-With-Game-Room.h108765994.Hotel-Information) ![Waterfront Escape- 3BR Coastal Cottage w/ Boat Launch & Near Niantic Main Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113830000/113827500/113827408/c01c4955_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waterfront Escape- 3BR Coastal Cottage w/ Boat Launch & Near Niantic Main Street Waterford CT Stay at this holiday home in Waterford. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Ocean Beach Park and Amtrak Beach are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Great location and extremely clean. I would definitely recommend and stay again. Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford-Hotels-Waterfront-Escape-3BR-Fishing-Retreat-W-Boat-Launch-Near-Niantic-Main-Street.h113827408.Hotel-Information) ![Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110240000/110235400/110235311/b135be5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy 298 E Haddam Moodus Rd East Haddam CT Stay at this cabin in East Haddam. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions Machimoodus State Park and Amasa Day House are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews) Our favorite place to visit ♥️ Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Haddam-Hotels-Postcard-Cabins-Machimoodus.h110235311.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Waterford](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=177538&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Waterford hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=177538&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![spring sunset Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford, Connecticut](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326345/1e987eae-2454-48e1-a3b7-a7d7a5609692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harkness Memorial State Park You can take time to visit Harkness Memorial State Park during your travels to Waterford. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harkness-Memorial-State-Park-Waterford.d6326345.Attraction) ![pleasure boats passing in front of La Barrosa beach in Sancti Petri Cadiz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328066/f2e76c80-9b6d-4964-87b1-b77f063ce4ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pleasure Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pleasure Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterford. Visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pleasure-Beach-Waterford.d6328066.Attraction) #### Waterford Speedbowl Catch an event at Waterford Speedbowl during your trip to Waterford. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterford-Speedbowl-Waterford.d6328080.Attraction) #### Eugene O'Neill Theater Center You can enjoy a show at Eugene O'Neill Theater Center on your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eugene-ONeill-Theater-Center-Waterford.d553248621555471467.Attraction) #### Crystal Mall You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Crystal Mall during your visit to Waterford. Discover the area's great live music and casinos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Mall-Waterford.d6071423.Attraction) #### Regal Waterford You can take time to visit Regal Waterford during your travels to Waterford. Visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its restaurants. 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