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Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a door in the background.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped front yard.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.
A modern restaurant with red and grey seating, a TV screen, and a patterned wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a seating area with chairs, and a potted plant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Explore the area

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309 E Main St, Branford, CT, 06405
  • Place, Branford Supply Pond
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Polished
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Yale University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Branford

At Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Branford Supply Pond and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Polished. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Branford hotel, attractions include Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Branford Supply Pond - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Polished - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stony Creek - Thimble Islands Historic District - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yale University - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park - 15 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Branford Station - 10 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min walk
  • Branford Townhouse Restaurant
  • ‪Rose Vineyards and Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arturo’s Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 820 square feet (74 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Branford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 820 sq ft of conference space
  • 74 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 820 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven
Holiday Inn Express Haven Motel Branford-New
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Haven

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG on 23 Aug 2026 start from NZ$249, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG is East Haven Town Beach (8.4 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is served at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the breakfast options and the rooms were cleaned well.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was lovely and staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk staff -- David and Rochelle were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly adequate for a one night stay while traveling through Connecticut on my way to somewhere else. Easy on and off from I 95. Good pizza place right next door to hotel for eat in or take out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, room very accomadating, clean and good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent hotel. Very clean, convenient and the staff is just amazing. Helpful and courteous. Definitely will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was awesome! The receptionist (Tatyana) was the first person and the nicest person I met during my trip! I would stay here again just because of her hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable bed with crisp clean linens Nicely appointed room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were comfortable and close to the elevator. The Army Reserve group on weekend maneuvers were 40 in number and polite. Families took good care of their children. The staff was very helpful. Holiday Inn and Qunita are top on our list for short stays.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The staff was very friendly & helpful. Our room was nice & clean & had all of the amenities that we needed. The bed was very comfortable with nice linens. Nice variety of food for breakfast including hot items like eggs, hot cereal, & pancakes. We would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a tasty breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean, free coffee/tea, room was very comfortable and location was convenient to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with nearby restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, and the parking area was convenient. The staff at the Hotel were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and pleasant rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and in working order.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking lot in terrible condition. Felt safe. Coffee pot in room did not work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. I will definitely stay there again. The rooms were very nice and the staff was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and morning breakfast was , too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025