Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Manchester
201 Hale Rd, Manchester, CT 06042, Manchester, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Manchester is an unfussy, all-suite, 3-star extended-stay style hotel in Manchester, Connecticut, located off Interstate 84 at 201 Hale Rd. It sits about 10 miles from downtown Hartford and is positioned for easy access to both Manchester shopping areas and Hartford attractions. The property holds a public rating of 4.3/5 from 553 reviews.
Suites & In-Room Setup
Accommodations are studios plus 1- and 2-bedroom suites. Studios are bright and contemporary, with free Wi‑Fi, kitchens, sitting areas with pull-out sofas, desks, and flat-screen TVs. One- and two-bedroom suites add separate living rooms, and some suites include fireplaces.
Breakfast & Guest Services
Free hot breakfast is included, and the hotel also offers free parking. Practical long-stay services include grocery delivery and regular evening socials with snacks. A convenience store is available on-site.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, an exercise room, and a picnic area with BBQ grills. For work and errands, there’s a business center and coin-operated laundry facilities. Guest feedback also highlights that the property is kept notably clean, including shared areas like the laundry room.
What’s Nearby
For outdoor time, Wickham Park is about 4.9 km away, and both Lutz Children’s Museum (about 6.3 km) and Case Mountain (about 6.6 km) are within a short drive. Downtown Hartford cultural sites are also reachable by car, including the Connecticut Science Center (about 12.4 km), Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (about 12.7 km), Connecticut’s Old State House (about 12.6 km), and the Bushnell Park Carousel (about 13.1 km). The Mark Twain House & Museum is about 14.8 km away.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to extended-stay travelers who want suite-style space and the ability to cook, thanks to in-room kitchens, grocery delivery, and a pull-out sofa setup in studios. It also fits guests who value self-service conveniences—free parking, included hot breakfast, on-site laundry, and a seasonal pool/hot tub—along with quick highway access off I‑84 for trips into Hartford or around Manchester’s shopping areas.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to see Hartford’s museums and historic sites, expect a short drive: downtown attractions like the Connecticut Science Center and Wadsworth Atheneum are roughly 12–13 km away, and the Mark Twain House & Museum is around 14.8 km away. The outdoor pool and hot tub are seasonal, so availability will vary by time of year. If you plan to use the on-site laundry, note it is coin-operated (guests specifically mention coin-only machines).
What guests say
Guests frequently mention the hotel as clean and well maintained, with some highlighting spotless common areas such as the laundry room. Many reviews point to the spacious suites and the convenience of long-stay features like kitchens and outdoor BBQ grills. Breakfast gets positive attention for having a wide selection. Staff experiences appear mixed: some guests describe warm, welcoming service, while others report the front desk being unhelpful or inconsistent relative to the price. Location is often viewed as convenient, including proximity to shopping areas and easy access for driving.
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