What is Downtown New Haven like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in New Haven's Downtown New Haven neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown New Haven travel tips? Be sure to check out Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven City Hall while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown New Haven?

Based on our traveler data, New Haven Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown New Haven. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Yale University, and it offers a fitness center and a snack bar/deli. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale and The Blake Hotel .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown New Haven area?

If you're searching for places to stay in New Haven, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 49 Downtown New Haven hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown New Haven, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown New Haven.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown New Haven?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown New Haven, click here .

What can I see and do in this New Haven neighborhood?

For cultural attractions in Downtown New Haven, head to Woolsey Hall, John Slade Ely House, and Young Men's Institute Library. Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven City Hall are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Mead Visitor Center, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and Grove Street Cemetery are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown New Haven. While you're out sightseeing in New Haven, be sure to visit other sights like Harkness Tower or Connecticut Children's Museum.

How can I get around Downtown New Haven and the greater New Haven area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at New Haven State Street Station.

Top Downtown New Haven Hotels

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1. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Downtown New Haven

Sharon

₩272,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a wall-mounted artwork.

2. New Haven Hotel

Downtown New Haven

Louis

₩186,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern library with leather sofas, a checkered rug, and a large wooden bookshelf filled with books.

3. The Study at Yale

Downtown New Haven

Nicole

₩400,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A bar area with multiple stools, a long counter, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

4. The Blake Hotel

Downtown New Haven

John

₩369,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dimly lit bar with wooden furniture, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with a neon sign.

5. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Downtown New Haven

Lars

₩300,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A patio area with outdoor seating, a round table, and a sofa.

6. Courtyard New Haven at Yale

Dwight, 0.8 km from Downtown New Haven

Vesselin

₩195,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern building entrance with a covered walkway, a white car parked in front, and two people near the entrance.

7. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Long Wharf, 1.6 km from Downtown New Haven

Amy

₩202,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

8. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

West River, 1.2 km from Downtown New Haven

Tanya

₩207,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a building with large windows and a stone facade.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

4.9 km from Downtown New Haven

Deborah

₩204,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

10. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

6.2 km from Downtown New Haven

Michael

₩168,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

6.2 km from Downtown New Haven

Krishna Arvind

₩195,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped front yard.

12. Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

11.5 km from Downtown New Haven

Christian

₩202,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a glass door entrance, and a landscaped area with shrubs.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

12.1 km from Downtown New Haven

Jane Mary

₩194,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a bar area with a flat-screen TV.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden

8.2 km from Downtown New Haven

DANIEL

₩234,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

15. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

12.4 km from Downtown New Haven

Janice

₩207,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.

16. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

8.7 km from Downtown New Haven

Pearl

₩194,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A stone building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

8.9 km from Downtown New Haven

Erin

₩207,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel corridor with a tiled floor, a central door, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven

Long Wharf, 1.8 km from Downtown New Haven

Natalia

₩176,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern reception area with a curved desk, digital displays, and vending machines.

19. Springhill Suites Milford

17.6 km from Downtown New Haven

peter

₩193,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining tables, and chairs. There are four wall-mounted appliances and a large window providing natural light.

20. Quality Inn

3.5 km from Downtown New Haven

Zhaoyang

₩109,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown New Haven

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Blake Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Study at Yale	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 735 reviews	View
New Haven Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,391 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton New Haven	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,100 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in Downtown New Haven

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Downtown New Haven

₩272,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Where to stay in Downtown New Haven

Find the best Downtown New Haven areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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The Hill

Southwesternmost New Haven, this area boasts historic structures, Union Station, and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Explore Trowbridge Square and City Point, or visit the Lupi-Legna Bakery.

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Long Wharf

Waterfront district with a mix of commercial, industrial, and recreational facilities, Long Wharf offers attractions like Long Wharf Theatre and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park. Easily accessible via Interstates 95 and 91, and Church Street Bridge.

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East Rock

Prominent trap rock ridge East Rock lends its name to this neighborhood, popular among Yale affiliates and cyclists. Explore East Rock Park or visit the lively Upper State Street commercial district.

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