Marina Bay Cottages

Property class: 2

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Coastal cottages with river views

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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Room options

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Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cottage

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

Superior Cottage

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Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Cottage

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Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cottage

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Cottage

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Panoramic Cottage

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Romantic Cottage

  • 524 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Traditional Cottage

  • 460 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Cabin

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Very good
(1 review)
  • 349 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Senior Cabin

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Design Mobile Home

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

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
Map
334 Rope Ferry Rd, Waterford, CT, 06385

What's nearby

  • A ferry boat with multiple cars and people on board, docked at a pier with a large bridge in the background.
    New London Ferry Dock
    11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • A beach with a lifeguard tower and a person walking.
    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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay and enjoy the area . Very clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved it, it’s rustic but quiet and perfect for a small family!!! Swing and the view are unreal at sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute clean cabins. Pass given for nearby beaches. Close to Downton Mystic and historic areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, quiet, great location-
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cute cottages. Had the essentials. Our 2 bedroom had lots of space. The kitchen had pots and pans for cooking, silverware for eating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute cabin, beautiful scenery, everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Awesome stay! Clean and near the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place! Walkable to town, adorably clean cabin with all you need. Would stay here every time I’m visiting Niantic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was clean and well organized. The location was quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed on a warm day in October and found the cottage very comfortable. The cottage was very clean with a well appointed cute kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel. The location location is really close to different beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect little cottage! Space was clean and comfortable. Only thing missing was a closet and rack to hang clothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was great and peaceful will come back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Marina Bay Cottages is a beautiful place to stay! It’s quiet, private and comfortable. I look forward to going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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 .
Beautifully redone  cottages as you enter the tiny community
Garden Cottage rich in love and charm
Weeping willows swept beautifully in view
A beautiful garden out back our cottage with a story of friendship as this beautiful garden is the original owner’s . Out of kindness and compassion the new owners allow them to still grow their garden bringing such an essence of how compassion
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Newly renovated cabins with everything you need. Game room was wonderful for our family. We highly recommend the cabins
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023