Essex Travel Guide
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Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
"I was made to feel like a prisoner I this motel. In the middle of the night, not mentioned in check IN, I was made to feel like a prisoner once scolded to “enter from the back” after discovering the lobby door was locked. The front desk agent pointed towards the back of complex and screamed at me ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Regency Inn & Suites New London, Mystic
"The room was clean, the few staff we talked to were nice. The breakfast was good. Parking wasn’t bad, outside of building needs updating."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area
"Clean and quiet"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
North Fork Resort
"Excellent place definitely love it. Definitely a little expensive for one night on the weekend but I love it and definitely would go back the cleanest place absolutely atmosphere people will break full was great. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Cliffside Resort Condominiums
"Great 2BR property on the cliff overlooking the sound. Loved our stay!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
"It was not so easy to find the cabin, and hope the host could provide more information."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit
Essex Steam Train
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Essex Steam Train during your travels in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Connecticut River Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Connecticut River Museum in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Essex Library
After visiting Essex Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Essex Island Marina
Explore the waterfront in Essex Village with a trip to Essex Island Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Pratt House
You can learn about the history of Essex Village with a trip to Pratt House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center during your trip to Essex. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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- Essex Steam Train
- Essex Island Marina
- Essex Library
- Pratt House
- Logee’s Greenhouses
- Sweet Martha's
- Hattitudes
- Ocean Beach Park
- Hammonasset Beach State Park
- New London Ferry Dock
- Naval Submarine Base New London
- Connecticut River
- Connecticut College
- Gillette Castle State Park
- Orient Point County Park
- Hole-in-the-Wall Beach
- Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District
- Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
- Sunset Beach
- Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park
- Orient Beach State Park
