Branford, CT

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Branford
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Where to stay in Branford

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Branford Center

Brimming with architectural diversity, this historic district boasts styles like Greek Revival and Queen Anne. Enjoy quaint shops, restaurants, and coffee houses such as Ashley's Ice Cream and Common Grounds.

Branford Center
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Pine Orchard

5/5(1 area review)

Though Pine Orchard might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Stony Creek Brewery.

Pine Orchard
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Branford Point Historic District

Historic district in Branford, Connecticut, boasts a high concentration of late 19th and early 20th century residential architecture. Explore Harbor Street, Maple Avenue, and Stannard Avenue, or unwind at Parker Memorial Park.

Branford Point Historic District
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

2 out of 5
320 E Main St, Branford, CT
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$85 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Room clean and comfortable. No fridge but ice available and microwave available for guest use. Staff friendly. Nice pizza restaurant attached to hotel.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

3 out of 5
309 E Main St, Branford, CT
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$116 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Branford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Property was very nice and clean, staff was friendly and helpful. Room upkeep was awesome, room freshened each day. Only complaint was broken ice maker.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

2.5 out of 5
3 Business Park Dr, Branford, CT
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$114 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
Noisy vehicle outside my window until 11pm. Otherwise room & facility was clean.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
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.
Exclusive Weekend Fall Sale here Waterfront Beach Home🏖️Hot Tub+Stunning Views

Exclusive Weekend Fall Sale here Waterfront Beach Home🏖️Hot Tub+Stunning Views

Branford
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Double Beach and Stony Creek Brewery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Wonderful host, house and view! Perfect for our family (3 couples and 2 kids). Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Exclusive Weekend Fall Sale here Waterfront Beach Home🏖️Hot Tub+Stunning Views
Waterfront Cottage in Branford

Waterfront Cottage in Branford

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Book a stay at this beach cottage in Branford. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Double Beach and Stony Creek Brewery are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Beautiful location

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Waterfront Cottage in Branford
Grace Island.  
Private Island!  Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events.

Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events.

Branford
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Branford. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Stony Creek ...
Grace Island. Private Island! Vacations, Getaways, Weddings & Special Events.
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.

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Reviews of Branford

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
26
5 - Excellent 21%
4 - Good
52
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
35
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 4%

4/5 - Good

Wendy

Nice quiet shoreline town.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Hotel not what is advertised Tv in room broken. Had to switch rooms. First day there pool not available, No one at front desk several times, Excuses excuses. Will not be going back to this hotel ever. Guarantee it.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Neither good or bad. Location was good for our visit..

5/5 - Excellent

TerryB

Quiet and very picturesque

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Room was clean, staff was kind. Only downfall was the loud group that sounded like they were having a party at 1 AM.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I did not spend time in Branford.

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