Red Carpet Inn Norwalk, CT

Red Carpet Inn Norwalk, CT

469 Westport Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851, Norwalk, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 2.8 / 5

Overview

Red Carpet Inn Norwalk is a down-to-earth, roadside 2-star hotel located off US-7 at 469 Westport Ave in Norwalk, Connecticut. It’s positioned for straightforward, drive-up convenience with exterior room entrances. The property holds a public rating of 2.8/5 based on 217 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are described as straightforward and include complimentary Wi‑Fi and flat-screen TVs. In-room conveniences include a minifridge and a coffeemaker. Some rooms add a whirlpool tub.

Food & Drink

A complimentary continental breakfast is included. Specific breakfast items and hours are not documented in the provided information.

Parking

Parking is complimentary, with space noted for trucks and large vehicles. This can be useful for road-trippers or travelers arriving with larger personal or work vehicles.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is about 4 miles from Compo Beach and about 5 miles from Sherwood Island State Park. Nearby Norwalk-area attractions include Stepping Stones Museum for Children (~3.1 km), Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum (~3.3 km), and The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk (~3.8 km). Additional regional destinations include The Glass House (~9.4 km) and Sheffield Island Lighthouse (~9.2 km).

Best for

This property is best suited to budget-minded, drive-by travelers who prioritize a simple roadside stop with included breakfast, in-room basics (Wi‑Fi, minifridge, coffeemaker), and free parking that can accommodate large vehicles. It can also work as a practical base for quick access to Norwalk-area beaches and attractions when you expect to spend most of your time out exploring rather than on-site.

Travel tips

If you’re visiting for the shoreline, plan for a short drive to Compo Beach (~4 miles) or Sherwood Island State Park (~5 miles). For family outings close by, Stepping Stones Museum for Children is about 3.1 km away and The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk is about 3.8 km away. Review feedback frequently focuses on room condition and cleanliness, so consider checking your room promptly on arrival so any issues can be addressed early.

What guests say

Guest feedback is mixed, with some travelers valuing the convenient location, large/simple rooms, and overall affordability for a basic stopover. Several reviews mention positive experiences with staff, but others report unfriendly or poor front-desk service. The most repeated negatives focus on cleanliness and room condition, including complaints about stained bedding and signs of wear. Noise and maintenance-related issues (such as loud A/C and thin walls) are also mentioned in negative stays.

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