Downtown Hartford Travel Guide

Hartford

A garden path with lavender and other plants, surrounded by modern buildings.
A pavilion with a red roof and a triangular peak, surrounded by green grass and trees.
An ornate theater interior with intricate ceiling designs and a stage.
A historic building with a curved entrance canopy, steps leading up to the doors, and American flags.
A large, ornate government building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

Stay near popular Downtown Hartford attractions

A multi-level atrium with a colorful carpet, glass railings, and a staircase.

Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts

8.6/10 (61 reviews)
While seeing a play or concert in Hartford’s historic venue, look up to admire one of the largest ceiling murals in the United States.
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Things to do

Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

฿328
per adult
Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Hartford

The Capitol Hotel

The Capitol Hotel

3 out of 5
440 Asylum St Hartford CT
The price is ฿3,366 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,366
฿3,871 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
The Capitol Hotel
The Goodwin Hotel

The Goodwin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Haynes St Hartford CT
The price is ฿9,085 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿9,085
฿10,448 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Cute boutoquie!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

The Goodwin Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown

4 out of 5
315 Trumbull St Hartford CT
The price is ฿5,758 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,758
฿6,622 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown
Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
370 Market Street Hartford CT
The price is ฿4,393 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,393
฿5,052 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Front desk wasn’t very pleasant"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown by IHG
Marriott Hartford Downtown

Marriott Hartford Downtown

4 out of 5
200 Columbus Boulevard Hartford CT
The price is ฿13,611 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿13,611
฿15,653 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions PeoplesBank Arena and The Meadows Music Theatre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (793 reviews)
"I was extremely disappointed that the hotel bar closed at 12:30 a.m. on a Saturday night when it was advertised as being open until 1:00 a.m. This was especially frustrating given the huge country concert taking place that evening. To make matters worse, the staff was rude and dismissive when we ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Marriott Hartford Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown

3.5 out of 5
942 Main St Hartford CT
The price is ฿7,255 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿7,255
฿8,343 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hartford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Hartford

Find the best Downtown Hartford areas for the activities you enjoy most.

West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Elizabeth Park and Connecticut Historical Society Museum.

South Meadows

Coffee shops and seafood restaurants are just a few things travellers like about South Meadows. A stop by Connecticut River is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Barry Square

While visiting Barry Square, you might make a stop by sights like Webster Theater and Cinestudio.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a historic tower, and a unique triangular structure.

Frog Hollow

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Frog Hollow and surrounding area, you can visit Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river, and surrounding greenery.

North Meadows

Unique features of North Meadows include the live music and theatres. Make a stop by The Meadows Music Theatre or Connecticut River while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Hartford Travel Guide