DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
315 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103, Hartford, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown is a modern high-rise, 3-star hotel in central Hartford at 315 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103. It is directly connected via skywalk to the Hartford XL Center arena and conference facility, positioning it as a convenient base for events and downtown itineraries. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.9/5 from 1,836 reviews.
Rooms
Guest rooms are described as having chic décor with custom-designed beds. In-room conveniences include minifridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi‑Fi. Guest feedback suggests the rooms can feel a bit dated, while cleanliness is often noted positively, including well-stocked bathroom toiletries.
Dining
On-site dining includes a bistro serving modern American cuisine. Some guest comments reference breakfast service, indicating it is a notable part of the on-property offering for certain stays.
Amenities & Recreation
Documented amenities include a fitness center. Other amenities are not fully documented in the provided information, though guest comments reference features such as a pool.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel sits within walking distance of key downtown sights such as Connecticut's Old State House (about 464 m), Bushnell Park Carousel (about 525 m), the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (about 672 m), and the Connecticut Science Center (about 760 m). The Hartford Stage/Bushnell Memorial Theater area is also close by, with the Bushnell Memorial Theater roughly a 13-minute walk. Farther afield, notable visits include The Mark Twain House & Museum (about 2.1 km) and Elizabeth Park Rose Garden (about 3.6 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits event-goers and conference travelers who want a direct, weather-protected connection to the Hartford XL Center via skywalk. It’s also a strong pick for downtown sightseeing thanks to walkable access to museums, historic sites, and the Connecticut Science Center, plus in-room Wi‑Fi and a fitness center for a practical stay.
Travel tips
If you’re attending a game, concert, or conference, plan to use the skywalk connection to the Hartford XL Center to simplify arrival and avoid bad weather. Many downtown attractions—like Connecticut’s Old State House and the Wadsworth Atheneum—are within roughly a 5–10 minute walk, making it easy to build a car-light itinerary. For larger garden or literary-history outings (Elizabeth Park and The Mark Twain House), expect a short drive or rideshare from downtown.
What guests say
Guest feedback commonly highlights standout staff helpfulness and a service-oriented front desk/housekeeping team. Cleanliness is frequently mentioned positively, including bathrooms being well maintained and well stocked with toiletries. Some reviews point to rooms feeling dated despite an overall solid stay. Mentions of amenities and meal service (such as breakfast and a pool) suggest these can shape expectations, with occasional service-related complaints alongside otherwise positive impressions.
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