What's it like in West River?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in New Haven's West River neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Grave of Sarah Winchester as part of your West River travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in West River?

Based on our traveller data, Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area is one of the top choices for your stay in West River. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Yale University, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the West River area?

When you want to find places to stay in New Haven, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in West River.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in West River.

What are the top things to see and do in West River?

Grave of Sarah Winchester is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in West River. While you're out sightseeing in New Haven, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center or Art Plus Studio.

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1. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

West River

Rapheal

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A spacious lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a wall-mounted artwork.

2. New Haven Hotel

Downtown New Haven, 1.7 km from West River

Nana

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern building entrance with a covered walkway, a white car parked in front, and two people near the entrance.

3. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Long Wharf, 2.7 km from West River

NADA

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A patio area with outdoor seating, a round table, and a sofa.

4. Courtyard New Haven at Yale

Dwight, 1.5 km from West River

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a cityscape.

5. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Downtown New Haven, 1.8 km from West River

William

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A dimly lit bar with wooden furniture, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with a neon sign.

6. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Downtown New Haven, 1.4 km from West River

Lars

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

4.6 km from West River

Nami

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative wall.

8. The Blake Hotel

Downtown New Haven, 1.5 km from West River

Taquita

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

9. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

4.6 km from West River

Ornis

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining tables, and chairs. There are four wall-mounted appliances and a large window providing natural light.

10. Quality Inn

2.9 km from West River

Jacqueline Eva

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A stone building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

7.3 km from West River

Mark

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern library with leather sofas, a checkered rug, and a large wooden bookshelf filled with books.

12. The Study at Yale

Downtown New Haven, 1.4 km from West River

Tigerron

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a sign for La Quinta Inn & Suites.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven

Long Wharf, 2.7 km from West River

Zhihong

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.

14. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

7 km from West River

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a building with large windows and a stone facade.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

6.4 km from West River

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

16. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

10.7 km from West River

kelly

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven

8.8 km from West River

TRINA

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A modern bathroom with a stone wall, a glass bathtub, and a wooden chair.

18. Econo Lodge West Haven

3.7 km from West River

Sunilda

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a central island, and a variety of food items and appliances.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden

9.3 km from West River

DANIEL

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a glass door entrance, and a landscaped area with shrubs.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

10.4 km from West River

Jane Mary

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in West River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,142 reviews	View
New Haven Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,412 reviews	View
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton New Haven	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Blake Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in West River

Find the best West River areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown New Haven

If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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The Hill

When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and Knights of Columbus Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Long Wharf

Long Wharf is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Long Wharf Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.

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West New Haven

While visiting West New Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Yale Bowl and Yale Golf Course.

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East Rock

Travellers like the monuments in East Rock, and East Rock Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Top West River Hotel Reviews

New Haven Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I insist that the front staff get a raise and bonus for the incredibly wonderful people they are and I'm thankful for their incredible hospitality in ways that only the New Haven Hotel can give!!! I always brag about everything that they do for us with their excellence in the jobs each and everyone does!"

Hilton Garden Inn Shelton

8/10 Good

"Hotel was clean but there were many obvious signs of botched maintenance from patches on the sealed to caved in and patched switches. We only had 3 towels and 3 pillows on each bed for a family of 4. Had to walk down to the front desk for more towels. Overall it was a safe and clean stay. We would stay again if needed."

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1. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

2. New Haven Hotel

3. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

4. Courtyard New Haven at Yale

5. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

6. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

7. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

8. The Blake Hotel

9. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

10. Quality Inn

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

12. The Study at Yale

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven

14. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

16. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

17. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven

18. Econo Lodge West Haven

19. Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden

20. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

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East Rock

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