Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden
2312 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, Hamden, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden is a 3-star extended-stay style hotel in Hamden, Connecticut. It holds a public rating of 4.1/5 based on 169 reviews, with guests frequently highlighting cleanliness and a comfortable stay experience.
Suites & In-room Kitchens
Guest feedback points to suites with large, well-stocked kitchens that include cooking utensils and other supplied items. Reviews also mention comfortable beds, thick towels, and strong water pressure, suggesting a practical, apartment-like setup for longer visits.
Breakfast & Service
Breakfast is repeatedly called out positively in guest feedback, along with notably helpful breakfast staff. Overall service is a recurring theme, with guests describing staff interactions as friendly and professional.
Fitness & Parking
Reviewers specifically mention excellent workout facilities. Free parking is also noted in guest feedback, which can be a meaningful convenience for travelers driving around the New Haven area.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is located at 2312 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, with guests noting an area that’s easy to walk for dinner, bars, shops, and nearby restaurants (including a brewery). For sightseeing, it’s within reach of Yale University (about 7.5 km), Yale University Art Gallery (about 8.5 km), Yale Center for British Art (about 8.6 km), New Haven Green (about 8.5 km), and Sleeping Giant State Park (about 4.3 km).
Best for
This hotel is well-suited to longer stays and travelers who want the flexibility of an in-room kitchen, as guests describe large, well-equipped kitchen setups with utensils. It also fits travelers who value convenience on arrival (free parking) and a reliable routine (good breakfast and a well-regarded fitness facility). Visitors planning time in New Haven—especially around Yale and downtown museums—can use it as a practical base a short drive away.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Yale University and New Haven’s museum corridor (Art Gallery, Center for British Art, New Haven Green), plan on a short drive from Hamden (roughly 7.5–8.6 km depending on the site). For outdoor time nearby, Sleeping Giant State Park (about 4.3 km) and East Rock Park (about 5.9 km) are closer options. Guests also note that dining and a brewery are within walking distance, making it easier to plan evenings without driving.
What guests say
Guests most consistently praise cleanliness throughout the hotel and rooms, along with friendly, helpful service—especially around breakfast. Suite layouts with large, well-stocked kitchens (including utensils) stand out as a practical advantage for longer stays. Comfort-related details recur, including comfortable beds, thick towels, and strong water pressure. Location is described as convenient for walking to nearby dining, bars, shops, and a brewery, with free parking also highlighted. No recurring complaints appear in the provided review excerpts.
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