The Griswold Inn, Essex
Overview
Boasting a terrace and a picnic area, the 2-star The Griswold Inn Essex is located just a 5-minute walk from Main Street Park. Located 1.2 miles from Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park, this inn comprises 10 rooms and 4 restaurants.
Location
The Essex hotel is located 10 minutes by foot from Cooper & Smith Gallery and is within a 15-minute drive of Canfield Woods Forest Park. The Griswold Inn is within easy reach of Fitness on the Water and 96 miles from New York.
Also, Essex Park is situated 650 feet away. Cultural experiences in the area feature the concrete segmental Raymond E Baldwin Bridge, situated 3 miles from this accommodation.
For those traveling from afar, Tweed-New Haven airport is 46 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Most rooms at The Griswold Inn come with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts including hairdryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
Guests are invited to the on-site The Griswold Inn restaurant to indulge in culinary delights. Gastronomic options include a terrace bar. The bar area includes a lounge area and a terrace.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Hike State Park
Walk trails in Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park, 1 mile from Essex.
Tour Marine Art
View and learn about the marine art collection during guided tours.
Taste Selected Wines
Sample three or four wines with a guest presenter and chef demo.
Board RiverQuest Tour
Take a two-hour tour aboard RiverQuest for river viewing.
Watch River Sunset
Observe the sun set over the river from 5:30 to 7:30.
Shop Goods Store
Browse and purchase items at Goods & Curiosities in the store.
Location
Convenient Location
Essex is near Pratt House, Connecticut River Museum, and Main Street Park, providing access to local culture and history.
Historic Neighborhood
Essex is a historic district known for its shipbuilding heritage and landmarks like the Essex Shipbuilding Museum and Hamburg Cove.
Local Bites to Try
Black Seal Seafood Grille, Olive Oyl's, and Griswold Inn offer seafood, American dishes, and local flavors.
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