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Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area by IHG

Stay at Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area by IHG, a 4-star LGBTQ+ friendly hotel with indoor pool, casual dining, and event spaces, close to Mystic attractions.

35 Governor Winthrop Blvd, New London, CT 06320, United States View on map
8/10
Very Good Based on 905 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with attentive service near waterfront attractions

Guests highlight attentive and friendly staff alongside clean, comfortable rooms. The hotel offers convenient access to local points of interest and amenities, though some note the rooms could benefit from updates.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful, and professional front desk staff, with specific praise for individuals providing exceptional service.
  • Cleanliness throughout the property, including rooms, indoor pool, and linens.
  • Convenient location close to waterfront attractions, ferry docks, and a variety of nearby restaurants.
  • Comfortable beds and spacious rooms with useful features like large mini-fridges and microwaves.
  • On-site casual restaurant and bar offering good food and drinks in a pleasant atmosphere.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests find the rooms and facilities somewhat outdated and suggest upgrades would improve the stay.
  • Breakfast and on-site dining options received mixed feedback, with some considering the restaurant prices high for the quality.
  • The area can be noisy, and guests are advised to exercise caution when walking outside at night.
  • Service quality may vary slightly between staff members, indicating room for consistency improvements.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking easy access to New London and Mystic waterfront attractions and ferry services.
  • Visitors valuing attentive, helpful staff and a clean, comfortable lodging environment.
  • Guests who appreciate hotel-based dining and nightlife options.
  • Short stays or overnight stops where convenience and location matter most.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly travelers looking for welcoming accommodations in the area.
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area by IHG

Located just a mile from I-95 in New London, CT, the Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area by IHG offers modern accommodations near the waterfront. The hotel features practical amenities such as an indoor pool, a casual eatery and bar, and flexible event spaces suitable for conferences and weddings. The attached Italian restaurant, La Luna Ristorante, is a noted highlight, praised for its solid menu and quality service.

The property serves as a convenient base for exploring local attractions like the Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic Aquarium, and the Submarine Force Library & Museum, all within short driving distance. Transportation is simplified by proximity to nearby airports including Bradley International and Rhode Island T.F. Green. Guests often appreciate the easy access to Amtrak trains and Long Island Sound ferry docks, enhancing the appeal for visitors traveling regionally.

Guest reviews consistently commend the attentive and friendly staff, with specific mentions of helpful front desk employees. While cleanliness and comfort are commonly noted strengths, some feedback points to the need for room upgrades and additional staff training. The atmosphere is described as generally quiet and safe, although the urban setting may bring some ambient city noise. The hotel is also recognized as LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming diverse travelers.

This property tends to suit business travelers, event attendees, and visitors looking for a convenient spot near New London’s key sites and transport links. It is well-suited for those valuing practical amenities over luxury, including traveling nurses and families. The location and facilities make it a functional option for short stays or transit stopovers rather than extended leisure vacations.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Hot tub
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DL
Daniel Lara Mar 25, 2026
10

We stayed with my family and by mistake I forgot my bathroom bag and by the time I called them Ana V. At the front desk took a few minutes to make sure the bag could be delivered to my house back in two days. Excellent service and honest staff. Sometimes that's more than I big buffet or a great location. Thank you Holiday Inn.

RC
Ralph Chandler Mar 24, 2026
8.0

Typical Holiday inn but with a pretty neat restaurant and bar for some excellent food and drinks. Service was top notch, thanks to Cara, and honestly some of the best dinner we had while in the area for a few days. Our room was clean, but I've stayed in cleaner Holiday inn hotels. Not complaining just saying it could be a little better. The staff was very nice with zero complaints on attitude or courtesy. The only bad thing is the lack of a complimentary breakfast, and we're honors members to boot. Breakfast was cold, out of eggs, waffle mix and gravy. I'm sorry but if you're charging $15.95 per person, you better have some food out! Like I said on my hotel review, I'll eat downtown at Muddy cafe. Other than that, this is a nice hotel overall. Cheers!

MR
Ms. Rachel Mar 18, 2026
10

Clean & Quiet space. Safe option for traveling nurses. Jake was absolutely wonderful! Please recognize him for his kindness and professionalism!!!! - Cheers

AKT
ajay k Tandon Feb 01, 2026
8.0

Hotel definitely needs to upgrade the rooms. I was really impressed with the service provided by front desk agent Ana V.(very customer focused and polite) whereas another young girl from India needs to be taught about customer service and she was without uniform. Do not eat breakfast at this hotel. I suggest ownership to invest in staff trainings and upgrading the hotel as it has a lot of potential. good luck!

JH
Judy Hochberg Jan 28, 2026
10

My husband and I ended up spending a night in New London unexpectedly. A local contact recommended the Holiday Inn because it was walking distance to a street with a variety of restaurants. We ended up driving to dinner, and then to the hotel, but still appreciated the proximity. Our room was large and comfortable. Better yet, the desk was able to give each of us a toothbrush and toothpaste! This made a big difference in our enjoying our stay. The check-in clerk was friendly and helpful. So all-in-all, a good visit.

FB
Fran&Dan Bleier Jan 12, 2026
8.0

Clean, comfy, with nice linens. A 'not hotel like' restaurant attached (with a nice fresh lobster roll on the menu.) Perfectly placed very close to the Cross Sound ferry which we boarded after a pleasant evening at this Holiday Inn.

AV
Ashley V Dec 27, 2025
8.0

Solid hotel choice especially for the area. Rooms are a little outdated and basic but mine had a huge mini fridge and microwave. Nice looking restaurant down stairs. They had super cute Christmas decor. Excellent location with plenty of parking. Its clean and smells clean. The area is noisy but it is a city. Only briefly interacted with staff but they were nice. Would not recommend walking around the area at night.

LG
leidy garcia Dec 23, 2025
10

Loved the cleaningness of this place, also the room was very clean the front desk very attentive and super fast check out and Chek in. Beds were very confy! And the other inside pool was very clean and they had clean towels as well. They have a restaurant inside the hotel, but we did not use the restaurant I found it too expensive for the type of food they sell. Overall good place to stay for one or two nights.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area by IHG

New London, Connecticut, USA

Just 1 mile off I-95, this downtown hotel is a 10-minute walk from Amtrak trains and Long Island Sound cruise and ferry docks. It's 2 miles from the US Coast Guard Academy and Connecticut College; the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is 4 miles away and Mohegan Sun casino is 13 miles away.

  • New London 9 min Walk
  • Winthrop Blvd & Union St 1 min Walk
  • New London Train Station 7 min Walk
  • Bradley International Airport 1 hr 8 Car · 3 hr 7 Transit
  • Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport 52 min Car · 1 hr 39 Transit
  • Tweed New Haven Airport 50 min Car · 1 hr 40 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Connecticut. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Mystic Seaport Museum 4,305 reviews

Mystic Seaport Museum

75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355, United States

4.6 · Museum
Mystic Aquarium 17,615 reviews

Mystic Aquarium

55 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT 06355, United States

4.5 · Aquarium
Submarine Force Library & Museum 613 reviews

Submarine Force Library & Museum

1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton, CT 06340, United States

4.8 · Museum
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