Marina Bay Cottages offers full-service private cottages with a cozy, home-like coastal feel on a landscaped valley overlooking the Niantic River. Days can be as active or laid-back as guests like, with casual indoor hangouts in the clubhouse and easy time outside on the grounds. It is also less than a mile from Niantic’s beaches for quick shoreline escapes.
Clubhouse play time
Gather indoors for pool, ping pong, foosball, and board games.
Self-catered dining
Cook and dine in more than 25 cottages with fully equipped kitchens.
Beaches made easy
Enjoy complimentary beach access, with four sandy beaches under 10 minutes away.
Amenities
Private cottages with porch space to unwind
Outdoor lawn games across the 14-acre grounds
Playground for easy, on-site kid time
Work area plus lounge zones in clubhouse
Kitchenettes or full kitchens with Keurig
Smart LED TVs with cable in cottages
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Located in Waterford, Marina Bay Cottages is near a boardwalk/promenade. Garde Arts Center and Nathan Hale Schoolhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Tumbleweeds. Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut and The Book Barn are also worth visiting. Visit our Waterford travel guide
334 Rope Ferry Rd, Waterford, CT, 06385
What's nearby
New London Ferry Dock
11 min drive - 5.3 miles
Ocean Beach Park
12 min drive - 6.8 miles
Amtrak Beach
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
United States Coast Guard Academy
13 min drive - 6.2 miles
Connecticut College
13 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
New London Union Station
16 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
24 min drive
Restaurants
Fat Tuna
10 min walk
When Pigs Fly
4 min drive
Dairy Queen
3 min drive
The Dock Restaurant
9 min walk
Veterans of Foreign Wars
6 min drive
About this property
Marina Bay Cottages
Hotel near a boardwalk/promenade
Marina Bay Cottages provides amenities like a playground and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and shampoo
Smart TVs with premium channels
Private yards, coffee/tea makers, and portable fans
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle mobile app before check-in
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Renovations and closures
The property is closed during November, December, January, February, and March.
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Marina Bay Cottages pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Marina Bay Cottages?
As of Sep 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Bay Cottages on Oct 1, 2026 start from $162, including 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 Marina Bay Cottages?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Marina Bay Cottages?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Marina Bay Cottages located?
Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Amtrak Beach, Tumbleweeds, and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach. Childrens Museum of Southeastern Connecticut and The Book Barn are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Marina Bay Cottages Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Recently remodeled room. Very nice and clean. Greate location. You are staying in your own small cottage, only issue is that in the unit we stayed in is when the sun sets and hits the single pane windows, the place gets VERY HOT in the summer. AC had a hard time keeping the unit cold.
Quiet, peaceful, beautiful location. Lovely landscaping, good view, very comfortable, clean cottages. Beds were great, shower was awesome, kitchen was functional, parking adequate, fridge was spacious and the gas stove worked well. Check in and check out was super easy; staff responded to messages in a reasonable time. The game room was fun and there was a microwave in there, although I would prefer that each cottage had it's own microwave. Excellent value, convenient to stores, restaurants, waterfront, etc. I hope to visit again!
I stayed at Marina Bay Cottage for my birthday with my girlfriend, and we had an amazing experience. The cottage was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The location was beautiful and peaceful, making it the perfect place to relax and celebrate. Everything was well maintained, and we had everything we needed for a great stay.
There was honestly nothing to complain about. The entire experience exceeded our expectations, and we would definitely love to come back in the future. Highly recommend Marina Bay Cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
Great place to stay! Love that we had our own cottage. #11, had its own living room, separate bedroom and kitchen, great deck overlooking the property. Everything is updated and clean. Kitchen was stocked with dishes, pots and pans, silverware, coffee maker, nice size refrigerator and stove. Enjoyed the community room, a lot of fun games there. Close to the bay and a bunch of great restaurants. Very quiet at night. Will definitely come back next year!
The cottage was lovely. The grounds were also nice but could use some attention. The self check in was great, although I tried calling/emailing to confirm ahead of our stay, and I never heard back. Could be because I didn't book directly with Marina Bay Cottages.
Overall, very nice, and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ginelle
Apr 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was extremely clean upon our arrival. The stove and oven were very convenient, we were able to warm up leftovers and cook our own meals. The location is perfect for walks and it’s not too far from other popular stores.
What a cute place! We stayed one night in #13. The property was beautifully kept and easy to find. We only needed to stay for one night, but we will definitely have to come stay here again. Very quaint the way it was all set up inside. Saw plenty of Robbin’s and other birds on the property as well as rabbits. Quiet area. If we had anything negative to say, then it would be the tv remote in our room had the volume on high and we could not adjust it. Also, there were no charging ports, but I always travels with a few blocks luckily.
Four adults stayed in 19, part of a concrete duplex with one BR. Others were single wood or stone cottages, some with porches. The cottage and grounds were very clean, quiet and relaxing. We heard nothing from 20, and nobody was playing radios, etc. We never saw staff but somebody is maintaining this very well.
Convertible couch was OK - you might like it better with a cardboard underneath to even out the bar or maybe bring a blow up. Shower was good and hot. Kitchen had the basics, except no microwave. The pots were nonstick but worn in case you are concerned about PFAS. AC in the LR was cold but easy to open the windows at night for cool quiet sea air.
Grounds have swings, a bolo toss game, a single frisbee golf hoop, and horseshoe pit h but I could not find the horseshoes. Game room is also very clean with fridge, Microwave, ping pong, pool (cue sticks missing felt ends!), TV, fans, foosball, ball toss game.
Sidewalk across the street leads down to Niantic marinas, charter boats, restaurants, boat launch. I wish there was a place to rent a kayak for the quiet harbor. Walk about half mile across the bridge and circle underneath for the beach and boardwalk. Walk about a mile on the bridge for great pastries at Sift - opens at 7.
What a hidden gem ! The staff was personable and kind . The cottage was picturesque and the view was spectacular. Charming and peaceful all in a one . Would definitely recommend to anyone .