American Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers drift off to the gentle rhythm of ocean waves and awaken refreshed at this seaside retreat where restful nights come standard

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The American Inn offers a relaxing atmosphere with the sound of waves. Rooms include WiFi for connectivity, convenient parking, and an accessible vending machine for added comfort. Staff consistently earn praise from guests for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
565 East Main Street, Branford, CT, 06405

What's nearby

  • Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rose Vineyards - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bill Miller’s Castle - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yale University - 11 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Yale-New Haven Hospital - 11 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Guilford Station - 8 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Central Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rose Vineyards and Winery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Parthenon Diner Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

American Inn

Motel by the sea
American Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at American Inn boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is American Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at American Inn?

As of Jan 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Inn on Jan 11, 2026 start from $82.49, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at American Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at American Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is American Inn located?

Situated by the sea, this motel is steps from Orchard Hill Plaza Shopping Center, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bill Miller’s Castle and Stony Creek Museum. Branford Supply Pond and Polished are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

American Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 488 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 488 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 488 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 488 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 488 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here multiple times and always a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy parking, quiet and safe location, a diner and Dunkin's within walking distance and a Stop & Shop supermarket across the street. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

char

It's always very clean hair and I sleep really well. At night, it's quiet, but close enough to a grocery store right across the street and several gas stations.As well as dunkin' donuts right next door which makes it convenient. I like the smell of the linens and the towels and the fact that it's clean and the bed is very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Slavjan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place to sleep over.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Exactly what we needed for our trip. Staff was very pleasant and courteous. Very quiet area. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an older property that is kept up to date and very clean. Very quit with very friendly front desk. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean and quiet stay. Property on the older side but well maintained. In-room coffee maker would have been a nice amenity. Courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel for the price. Clean, comfortable. Good service. The shower was great water nice and hot. Fridge and microwave and nice tv. A little dare and dingy lighting but no big deal. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff and a nice quiet hotel that is comfortable , reasonably priced and always clean. We have stayed here twice and will definitely cone back if in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and convenient

Nice clean room and convenient location. Friendly family run motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

I will stay here again.

Very nice, quiet place with staff always available. Very well-run place. I will stay here again on my next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, quiet, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay here because it is on the cheaper side, yet the rooms and bathrooms are clean. The beds are comfy enough, we bring our own pillows though. The staff is friendly and helpful when or if you have an issue. If you’re on a budget, yet need a night out, this hotel is perfect for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, clean environment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Char

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here a few years ago. It was very clean then, so I came back when I needed a stay for an overnight in Branford. It's still very clean and comfortable and quiet. It's a simple motel, but that's what I like and drive right up to the front door and feel safe and confident that you're in a good place.And the staff is very nice. It was an easy check in which I appreciate and the king bed was beautiful. Grocery store across the street and dunkin' donuts is just about next door so very convenient. The most important things to me in motels or hotels is cleanliness and safety. Refrigerator and microwave in the room were sparkling clean. It's basic but clean and everything you need is here. If you are traveling, it's convenient to 95, i mean, it would be so easy to wake up here if you're traveling and just grab a coffee and jump on the highway. Highly recommend this place because of all these reasons. Thank you for another nice visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very good value for price

great view to the ocean , clean room and kind staf
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean the room and very nice quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice family owned property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was hospitable, I would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Melody

Liked: Staff & service
We only stayed one night, quick trip up to see our daughter for family weekend at college. The room was fine for what we needed it for and price wise it was quite economical. It was definitely dated and there were some aspects that needed more attention than others. The dead insects on the windowsill were a little disturbing and the phone looked like it hadnt been cleaned ever. The tub had some serious staining to it. All of these items, again were minor but a little more attention should be paid when cleaning between guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and safe. Check in was very easy. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024