Storrs, Connecticut, is home to the University of Connecticut. The university and public school system account for approximately 45 percent of the male workforce and almost 40 percent of the female workforce. Although Storrs is not a large city, visitors will find restaurants, convenience stores and medical facilities to adequately meet their needs.
Located on the University of Connecticut campus in Storrs, the Nathan Hale Inn is a full-service hotel. Amenities include two on-site restaurants, an exercise center, indoor pool and a lounge. All rooms include a coffeemaker, iron and ironing board, work area, and wired or wireless Internet access. October 2010 double-occupancy rates range from $149 to $249 nightly and AAA members receive a discount.
Nathan Hale Inn and Conference Center
855 Bolton Road
Storrs, CT 06268
860-427-7888
nathanhaleinn.com
The Daniel Rust House is a four-room bed and breakfast in Coventry, approximately 10 minutes from Storrs. The inn on two landscaped acres can date its founding to 1800. The Maybell Cottage includes a kitchen, DVD player, bath and king-sized bed. The other three guest rooms all have private baths, fireplaces and canopy beds. Common areas, such as a covered porch, flower garden and tavern room complete with a cooking hearth, are available. Smoking is not allowed indoors and children younger than 13 are not accepted as guests. As of October 2010, rates range from $120 to $185 nightly, which includes breakfast every morning.
The Daniel Rust House
2011 Main St.
Coventry, CT 06238
860-742-0032
thedanielrusthouse.com
The Altnaveigh Inn is a restored 1730s house that was a private residence until the 1950s. In 1951, the property was purchased and renamed "Altnaveigh," which is the Gaelic term for "hill top." The restaurant has three dining rooms, the smallest of which can seat 10 to 15 people while the largest can accommodate up to 50. Diners can select from a menu that changes each season. Each of the two guest rooms has a private bath, cable television and Wi-Fi access. Nightly rates for October 2010 are $85 for a queen-sized bed and $95 for a king-sized bed. The inn is not a bed and breakfast and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner only.
The Altnaveigh Inn and Restaurant
957 Storrs Road
Storrs, CT 06268
860-429-4490
altnaveighinn.com
The Extended Stay America is in Manchester, about 17 miles from Storrs. All rooms are studios, with kitchens equipped with a refrigerator, range and microwave. Dishes, pans and cutlery are also included. The rooms have a work area and Wi-Fi is available for around $5 per stay. Nightly rates for double-occupancy range from $85 to $105 as of October 2010. Those staying for a week or longer receive a discount of approximately $20 per night.
Extended Stay America
340 Tolland Tpke.
Manchester, CT 06040
860-643-5140
extendedstayamerica.com
