Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast

Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast

976 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook, CT 06498, Westbrook, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.9 / 5

Overview

Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast is a 4-star inn set in a restored sea captain’s house built in 1876 in Westbrook, Connecticut. The property is positioned on Boston Post Road, offering a classic, historic B&B stay that emphasizes a calm, relaxing atmosphere.

Rooms & Cottage

Guest rooms are described as warm and traditionally furnished, with cable TV, free Wi‑Fi, and private bathrooms (some en suite). Select rooms add features such as 4‑poster beds, kitchenettes, fireplaces, and/or balconies. For more space and self-catering, a 2-bedroom cottage with a full kitchen is also available.

Breakfast & Common Spaces

A complimentary hot breakfast is included. On-site gathering areas include a wraparound porch and a formal library, which support a quieter, read-and-relax style of stay rather than a resort-like experience.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The inn is about a 12-minute walk to Westbrook Town Beach and the Westbrook train station, making beach time and rail access convenient on foot. Nearby outings include Harveys Beach (about 5.2 km) and Clinton Town Beach (about 5.6 km), plus regional draws such as Hammonasset Beach State Park (about 8.8 km) and Meigs Point Nature Center (about 8.3 km). Cultural and scenic day trips include the Connecticut River Museum (about 9.6 km), Florence Griswold Museum (about 11.7 km), and Gillette Castle State Park (about 15.7 km).

Best for

This inn is best suited to couples and solo travelers looking for a low-key coastal Connecticut getaway, with a historic 1876 setting, a wraparound porch, and a formal library. It also fits travelers who want easy access to beaches and day trips—Westbrook Town Beach and the train station are within walking distance, and major shoreline parks and museums are a short drive away.

Travel tips

If you’re planning beach time, Westbrook Town Beach is reachable on foot in roughly 12 minutes from the inn, which can reduce parking hassles in peak season. The Westbrook train station is also about a 12-minute walk, useful for car-light trips. For day trips, plan short drives to the Connecticut River Museum (about 9.6 km) or Hammonasset Beach State Park (about 8.8 km).

What guests say

Reviews consistently emphasize a relaxing, serene atmosphere paired with attentive, high-quality service. Breakfast and overall food quality are frequently highlighted as a standout part of the stay. Guests also tend to praise the overall setting and accommodations. A recurring downside mentioned is that at least one bathroom/shower setup felt very small, suggesting room-by-room variation.

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