Trumbull Marriott Shelton
180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT 06611, Trumbull, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
Trumbull Marriott Shelton is a 3-star hotel in Trumbull, Connecticut, located off the Merritt Parkway at 180 Hawley Ln. It has a public rating of 3.9/5 based on 1,497 reviews. The property is positioned for quick access to Trumbull-area attractions and the broader Bridgeport/Fairfield County corridor.
Rooms & Connectivity
Rooms are described as upscale and include satellite TV, a minifridge, and a coffeemaker, plus complimentary Wi‑Fi. Guest feedback commonly highlights clean rooms and comfortable beds. Club level rooms add access to a private lounge with food and drinks.
Dining
On-site options include an American restaurant and a bar, with a seasonal poolside grill available in warmer months. A breakfast buffet is offered for a fee, and guests mention a variety of choices. Club level lounge access can be a convenient alternative for snacks and drinks for eligible guests.
Amenities & Recreation
The hotel offers both indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a fitness center. It also has meeting rooms and a business center for work and events. Guest experiences are mixed on maintenance—some report well-kept pool and hot tub facilities, while others cite issues such as an out-of-service hot tub, pool concerns, elevator problems, and a need for renovation.
Nearby Attractions
Local points of interest include Boothe Memorial Park (about 3.4 km) and Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo (about 4.0 km). For museums and family activities nearby, the Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (about 7.4 km), The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum (about 7.3 km), The Barnum Museum (about 7.4 km), and Housatonic Museum of Art (about 7.6 km) are within a short drive. Beach and outdoor options include Silver Sands State Park (about 7.9 km), Seaside Park (about 8.8 km), and Jennings Beach (about 12.8 km); Yale University Art Gallery is about 20.0 km away.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to travelers who want a Merritt Parkway-adjacent base for exploring Trumbull, Bridgeport, and nearby beaches, parks, and museums—such as Beardsley Zoo and Silver Sands State Park. It also fits guests who value on-site amenities like indoor/outdoor pools, a hot tub, a fitness center, and multiple dining options (including a paid breakfast buffet). Business travelers and event attendees can benefit from meeting rooms and a business center, with club level lounge access as an upgrade option.
Travel tips
Because the hotel is off the Merritt Parkway, having a car is practical for reaching nearby attractions like Boothe Memorial Park (about 3.4 km) and the Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (about 7.4 km). If breakfast is important to your schedule, note that the breakfast buffet is offered for a fee, and club level rooms include lounge access with food and drinks. Given mixed maintenance feedback in reviews, consider confirming the current status of facilities like the hot tub and pools if those are a priority.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention friendly, accommodating staff as a strong point, alongside reports of clean rooms and comfortable beds. The paid breakfast buffet is noted for offering a good variety of choices. Reviews are split on property condition and upkeep: some guests report well-maintained pool and hot tub experiences, while others describe significant maintenance issues and a need for renovation, including concerns about carpets, elevators, and pool/hot tub reliability. Overall value and pricing are discussed with mixed impressions depending on the stay.
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