Shoreline Motel

735 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT 06460, Milford, United States

Guest rating: 3.2 / 5

Overview

Shoreline Motel is a simple, budget-oriented motel in Milford, Connecticut, located at 735 Boston Post Rd. It’s a practical base for travelers who want straightforward lodging with access to the Milford shoreline and nearby attractions. The property’s star class and on-site amenities are not documented.

Rooms

Guest feedback frequently mentions rooms feeling cozy, clean, and generally quiet. Some stays highlight strong shower water pressure and reliably hot water, with some rooms featuring stand-up showers. A recurring drawback in reviews is cigarette odor/smoke smell reported by some guests.

Service

Reviews commonly point to friendly, helpful staff and positive service interactions. This is one of the more consistent strengths mentioned by guests across multiple stays.

Location & Nearby

The motel is a short drive from shoreline destinations such as Silver Sands State Park (about 3.6 km) and Charles Island (about 4.5 km). It also provides access to regional attractions including the PEZ Visitor Center (about 6.2 km) and Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo (about 10.6 km). For day trips, New Haven’s museum and university cluster—Yale University and several Yale museums and galleries—sits roughly 13.6–14.8 km away.

Best for

Shoreline Motel suits budget-focused travelers who want a simple place to sleep near Milford’s beaches and parks, including Silver Sands State Park (about 3.6 km away). It can also work for guests visiting New Haven-area attractions (around 14–15 km away) who prioritize a lower-cost base and generally quiet, clean rooms as reported by many reviewers.

Travel tips

If you’re planning beach time, Silver Sands State Park is one of the closest major outdoor draws and is only a few kilometers away—use it as an easy half-day outing. Reviews suggest some rooms may have smoke odor, so consider confirming your room preferences in advance if that’s a concern. Guests also note that ice may require a walk to the office, so plan accordingly if you use ice frequently.

What guests say

Reviews frequently praise the staff for being friendly and helpful. Cleanliness is a repeated positive theme, with multiple guests describing rooms as cozy and generally quiet. Shower performance (good water pressure and hot water) is specifically noted as a plus, though some rooms may have stand-up showers only. The most notable negative theme is cigarette/smoke odor reported by some guests, and a minor convenience issue mentioned is having to walk to the office for ice.

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