The Griswold Inn - Essex

Historic Connecticut inn since 1776 with three on-site restaurants and nightly live music

Amenities

The Griswold Inn offers three distinct restaurants, a bar, and evening entertainment including live music and Monday sea shanties. Guests have access to a garden, terrace, picnic area, and shared lounge with a TV. The inn provides free WiFi, free parking, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping, meeting/banquet facilities, and facilities for disabled guests including an emergency cord in the bathroom, lower sink, and toilet grab rails.

Rooms

Standard double rooms at The Griswold Inn feature historic details like wide plank floors and no televisions, while some suites offer gas fireplaces and views of Main Street. Accessible rooms include emergency cords, lower bathroom sinks, and grab rails for safety. The inn's historic building, dating to 1776, has rooms with period furniture and ship artwork throughout.

Dining

Griswold Inn offers three dining options: the Tap Room for craft cocktails and small plates (no reservations), the Wine Bar for wines and small plates, and the Main Dining Room for fine American cuisine with vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. A free continental breakfast is served each morning with rolls, muffins, and coffee. Across the street, the inn's coffee shop provides additional coffee and local crafts.

Entertainment

Evening entertainment at The Griswold Inn includes live music performances most nights, with Monday nights dedicated to sea shanties. Guests can join walking tours, tours about local culture, and happy hour events. The inn also provides board games and a shared lounge area for socializing.

Location

The Griswold Inn is located in Essex, Connecticut, along the Connecticut River in the historic Potopaug Village. The inn is 18 km from Goodspeed Opera House, 35 km from Wesleyan University, and 45 km from Thimble Islands. Tweed-New Haven Airport is 49 km away, and Mystic Seaport is 47 km from the property.

• Location: Historic Essex, CT, along Connecticut River, 18 km from Goodspeed Opera House
• Rooms: Historic rooms with period furniture, gas fireplaces in suites, accessible rooms
• Dining: Three on-site restaurants, free continental breakfast, coffee shop across street
• Entertainment: Live music nightly, Monday sea shanties, walking tours, board games
• Amenities: Free WiFi and parking, garden, terrace, picnic area, 24-hour front desk