The Inn At Stonington

60 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378, Stonington, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.9 / 5

Overview

The Inn At Stonington is an upscale 4-star bed-and-breakfast set on Stonington Harbor at 60 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378. The property is housed in a clapboard building and is positioned for easy time on the waterfront and in the village center. It holds a 4.9/5 public rating from 216 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are described as bright and elegant, with individual decor, and all feature fireplaces. Depending on the room, you may find features such as 4-poster beds, balconies, window seats, whirlpool tubs, and/or harbor views. Guest feedback highlights spacious rooms with good lighting, ample outlets and storage, and roomy bathrooms.

Food & Social Hour

A complimentary continental breakfast is provided, with guests noting a spread that can include items like muffins, bagels, fruit, yogurt, juices, coffee, and hard-boiled eggs. The inn also hosts a nightly wine-and-cheese hour, mentioned as starting around 5pm. Reviews frequently emphasize welcoming, service-oriented staff during these offerings.

On-site Amenities & Services

On-site facilities include a fitness center, a stately guest lounge, and a deck overlooking the water. Complimentary extras include nightly wine and cheese as well as the use of beach chairs and towels. Massages are available for an additional fee.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The inn is about a 5-minute walk from The Stonington Lighthouse Museum (377 m). It’s also positioned for popular regional attractions such as Saltwater Farm Vineyard (2.4 km), Napatree Point Conservation Area (3.5 km), Watch Hill Beach (4.7 km) and Watch Hill Lighthouse (5.1 km). Day trips are easy to Mystic-area sites including Mystic Seaport Museum (5.8 km), Mystic Museum of Art (5.9 km), Charles W. Morgan (5.9 km), and Mystic Aquarium (6.0 km), as well as larger draws like Foxwoods Resort Casino (16.4 km) and the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center (15.7 km).

Best for

This harborfront B&B is best for couples and leisure travelers who value an intimate, upscale setting with a strong sense of place—especially rooms with fireplaces and optional balconies or harbor views. It also suits travelers who like included perks such as continental breakfast and a nightly wine-and-cheese hour, plus a water-view deck and guest lounge for relaxing between outings to Mystic, Watch Hill, and nearby beaches.

Travel tips

If you want a room feature such as a balcony, whirlpool tub, 4-poster bed, or harbor view, choose your room category carefully since features vary by room. Plan to be back in the late afternoon if you’d like to take advantage of the complimentary wine-and-cheese hour (often noted around 5pm). The Stonington Lighthouse Museum is walkable (about 377 m), while Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium are a short drive (about 5.8–6.0 km).

What guests say

Guests consistently describe warm, welcoming, service-oriented staff. The included continental breakfast is frequently mentioned as a solid, convenient start to the day with a variety of options. Reviews also highlight the nightly complimentary wine-and-cheese hour as a memorable, relaxing perk. Room comfort is a recurring theme, including spaciousness, good lighting, plentiful outlets and storage, and roomy bathrooms, along with appreciation for the harbor setting.

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