Travelodge By Wyndham
51 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066, Vernon, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 2.9 / 5
Overview
Travelodge By Wyndham Vernon is an unpretentious, 2-star budget hotel located at 51 Hartford Turnpike in Vernon, Connecticut, just off Interstate 84. It’s positioned for simple overnight stays and road-trip stopovers, with quick highway access and practical on-site basics rather than resort-style facilities.
Rooms
Standard rooms include TVs with expanded cable channels and free WiFi. Guest feedback is mixed: some visitors report clean rooms and friendly service, while others mention strong odors, pests, and room-condition issues; expectations are best set for budget lodging.
Amenities & Services
On-site features include an outdoor pool, free morning coffee, a coin-operated laundry, truck parking, and a meeting room. Other amenities are not documented.
Location & Nearby Things to Do
The hotel is about 2.5 miles from the Shoppes at Buckland Hills and roughly 11.6 miles from downtown Hartford. Nearby attractions in the broader area include Wickham Park (about 7.3 km) and Case Mountain (about 6.5 km), plus Hartford museums such as the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (about 15.2 km) and the Connecticut Science Center (about 14.9 km).
Best for
This property is best suited to budget-minded travelers who want an easy stop off I‑84 with essentials like free WiFi, free morning coffee, and coin laundry. It can also work for drivers needing truck parking and a straightforward base for shopping near Buckland Hills or visiting Hartford-area museums and parks.
Travel tips
If you’re using the hotel as a base for Hartford attractions, plan on driving; downtown Hartford is about 11.6 miles away, with sites like the Connecticut Science Center and Old State House roughly 15 km from the property. For an easy local outing closer to Vernon, consider Case Mountain (~6.5 km) or Wickham Park (~7.3 km). Given the property’s mixed guest feedback, it can help to check your room condition promptly after arrival so concerns can be addressed early.
What guests say
Reviews frequently mention friendly, helpful staff at check-in, and some guests report clean rooms with no major issues. Negative themes focus on room condition and hygiene, including musty or mildew-like odors and reports of pests. Some guests also describe maintenance and comfort problems such as dirty linens, nonworking outlets, and thin walls/noise. Overall sentiment is mixed, aligning with the property’s low public rating (2.9/5 from 833 reviews).
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