Settled in next to Connecticut's coastline, Westport is only 50 miles from New York City, but it could not provide more contrast. A quaint downtown, lush countryside, and inviting neighborhoods filled with old New England colonial-style homes and antique stores make Westport a wonderful place to visit. Visitors can take in a sailing lesson at the Longshore Sailing School, or during the winter, can skate across the Rink at Longshore Club Park. Hotels are close to museums, restaurants and the sites of Westport.
The Westport Inn provides guests with an indoor pool, fitness center, free bicycle rentals and an on-location restaurant. When it comes to room decor, this Inn focuses on the details. All beds feature hypoallergenic duvet covers, high thread count sheet sets and five pillows per bed. Showers feature bowed curtain rods to create a more spacious bathing experience. All rooms feature free wireless Internet and alarm clocks with iPod docking stations.
Westport Inn
1595 Post Road
Westport, CT 06880
203-259-5236
westportinn.com
Located along Westport's Gold Coast in the 52-acre Longshore Park, the Inn at Longshore is a picture of past opulence. Settled right on the Longshore golf course, the Inn used to be a private estate frequented by the Rockefeller family and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Now anyone can stay at this hotel. Accommodations feature single guest rooms and suites and corporate rates are available. Guests of the Inn as well as visitors to Westport can take in a round of golf at the on-location 18-hole Longview Golf Course. Popular for weddings and corporate events, the Inn offers views of the Bay from the backside of its property.
Inn at Longshore
260 Compo Road S., Ste. 3
Westport, CT 06880
203-226-3316
innatlongshore.com
About 3 to 5 miles from Westport, in the close-by town of Norwalk, travelers can find additional lodging options such as at the Courtyard Norwalk by Marriott. This hotel maintains the standard visitors have come to expect from the Marriott name. Its remodeled lobby offers guests comfortable, open seating from which they can enjoy free wireless Internet and catch up on the latest news with the Courtyard's "Go Board" and large, flat-screen televisions. The Courtyard's Bistro offers guests drinks and healthy menu options. An on-site fitness center, indoor pool and 24-hour business center make the Courtyard an attractive place to stay when visiting Westport.
Courtyard Norwalk
474 Main Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06851
203-849-9111
marriott.com
