Behind the Rocks, CT
Hartford
Visit Behind the Rocks
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Explore the campus of Trinity College, during your travels in Hartford. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Mark Twain House & Museum
Walk in Mark Twain’s footsteps at the author’s beloved Hartford home. The museum next door will complete your Twain education.
Bushnell Park
Relax near the pond or take a ride on the antique carousel at one of America’s oldest publicly funded parks, located in the heart of Hartford.
Connecticut Science Center
Leave your textbooks at home and learn about science by playing, exploring and inventing your way through this interactive science center in Hartford.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
While seeing a play or concert in Hartford’s historic venue, look up to admire one of the largest ceiling murals in the United States.
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Hartford. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Behind the Rocks Hotel Deals
The Capitol Hotel
"Convenient location, place was all right in side. Needs updates, like being in a horror film."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
"Great stay"
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Motel 6 Wethersfield, CT - Hartford
"A/C worked, beds and bathrooms were clean, good value for the price. Worked for one night,"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Candlewood Suites Windsor Locks Bradley Arpt by IHG
"Patricia the receptionist is horrible and rude. We asked for a different room due to loud construction going on at the property, she refused to look for any availability. Moreover, she made up stories that construction is all over the hotel, while it went on the 3rd floor predominantly. We asked ..."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Windsor Locks / Bradley Intl Airport
"Property was conveniently located near the airport. People were friendly. They did have good coffee. However they were lacking in the breakfast department during the weekdays only offering a “grab and go” breakfast. The weekend did offer waffles and cereal. So it was a little better."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Motel 6 Enfield, CT - Hartford
"The room reeked like Urine and the floor has puddles of liquid all over. There was trash all over walkway of rooms."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Where to stay in Behind the Rocks
Downtown Hartford
Unique features of Downtown Hartford include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Dunkin' Donuts Park or Hartford Downtown Farmers Market while you're exploring the area.
Frog Hollow
While Frog Hollow might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
Asylum Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Asylum Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Harriet Beecher Stowe Center or Mark Twain House & Museum.
Barry Square
If you're spending some time in Barry Square, Webster Theater and Assaiante Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Elizabeth Park and Connecticut Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.
