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Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Branford with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Located in central Branford, Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven offers comfortable rooms, a breakfast buffet, indoor pool, business center, and in-room WiFi. The multilingual staff provides dry cleaning services and helpful assistance throughout your stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Shower) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Accessible Tub) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Branford is home to Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG. Rose Vineyards and Stony Creek Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center and Louis' Lunch. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Connecticut Sportsplex or Payne Whitney Gymnasium.
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Map
309 E Main St, Branford, CT, 06405

What's nearby

  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Stony Creek Brewery - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Connecticut Sportsplex - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Yale University - 12 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 12 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 10 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Parthenon Diner Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Property highlights
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG. In addition to a business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • A computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, 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

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 820 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven
Holiday Inn Express Haven Motel Branford-New
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Haven

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG on Nov 24, 2025 start from $101.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG located?

Situated in Branford, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Branford Supply Pond, Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center, and Rose Vineyards. Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District and Stony Creek Brewery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. I will definitely stay there again. The rooms were very nice and the staff was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with nearby restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and morning breakfast was , too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, helpful and went out of his way to be accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service! Great breakfast! Convenient location. The Parthenadon the street was an excellent place to eat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a family reunion. Hotel is near the city and
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room that was so quiet. The breakfast was amazing. So many choices. Courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are her to check out a wedding venue (Bill Miller’s Castle) and this is really the perfect place to stay. Plenty of rooms and incredibly convenient. I think it will serve a good portion of people attending the wedding next year.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, breakfast available, adhered to no pet policy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Hot coffee always available and a wonderful full breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Spacious rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff and a delightful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole property was very clean, needed more toewels,toiletries always available.The staff was very knowledable about the areas of interest.Enjoyed the hotel and the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was complicated by the system having technical trouble but the staff were professional and courteous and solved the issue quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean , nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was awesome! Our Expedia reservation was messed up (Expedia’s mistake) and the receptionist took care of it with no problem!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was super nice and clean, pool was great and the breakfast in the morning was also good! Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliness of the staff....the room was very comfortable spacious and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean, easy check in and out. Staff were very friendly. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in and out, room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location, very clean, and the staff was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean rooms. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was a good stay. The room was clean and spacious. Ok breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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