West River Travel Guide
New Haven
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Popular places to visit
Yale University
Walk around the campus of Yale University, a top university in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Wooster Square
Find out about the history of New Haven when you take a trip to Wooster Square. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
New Haven Green
After visiting New Haven Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Peabody Museum of Natural History
You can browse the exhibits at Peabody Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Grave of Sarah Winchester
Enjoy a stop at Grave of Sarah Winchester, a landmark worth seeing in New Haven.
Southern Connecticut State University
Explore the campus of Southern Connecticut State University during your trip to West New Haven. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in West River
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
"Great and clean hotel, however the flashing strobe light of the smoke alarm in the room and the night light mirror in the bathroom that does not turn off made it hard to sleep. When shared with the staff they just said that’s how it is. The number one priority should be good conditions for ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
New Haven Hotel
"Nothing we didn't like."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
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
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
"It’s awesome stay and this property located area having all big stores near by"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Milford
"Very friendly staff, clean hotel."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Trumbull Marriott Shelton
"Staff incredible. Got stuck in elevator. The next day only 1 out of 3 were even functioning. Indoor pool GREEN. Weedy outside. Very soft beds for sleeping. Great breakfast buffet, but pricey. Yummy dinner options! Again, no better staff around, just please, please fix your elevators!!! ."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West River
Downtown New Haven
If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, New Haven City Hall and Shubert Theater are top sights worth seeing.
The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Long Wharf Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Long Wharf
Long Wharf is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Long Wharf Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
Mill River
If you're spending some time in Mill River, Wooster Square and Thread City Crossing are top sights worth seeing.
East Rock
Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
