Carriage House

Location: 2297 Whitney Ave., Hamden, Connecticut, 06518, Hamden, US

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - anytime

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Amenities & Facilities

• Express check-out
• Free WiFi
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Television in common areas
• Multilingual staff
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-out
• Smoke-free property
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• RV, bus, truck parking
• Free self parking
• Free RV, bus, truck parking
• Wheelchair-accessible van parking
• Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
• Visual alarms in hallways
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only
• Well-lit path to entrance
• Stair-free path to entrance
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle

Rooms Available

• Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  2 Double Beds

  Individually decorated room

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 45-inch TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and free bottled water

  Sleep - Pillowtop bed and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Iron/ironing board

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designer toiletries
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bedsheets provided

• Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  1 King Bed

  Individually decorated room

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 45-inch TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and free bottled water

  Sleep - Pillowtop bed and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Iron/ironing board

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designer toiletries
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bedsheets provided

Guest Reviews

• Scott (8/5): - Rinil was very helpful upon virtual check-in
• Amy (10/5): - Very cute and upgraded. Wonderful service
• Matteo (10/5): - The room was newly renovated, clean and comfortable. Parking and access to nearby dining and shopping make this property a very convenient place to stay.
• Jody (10/5): Great stay! - From the outside, looks like a motel so I was a little dubious about the very positive reviews I read. But then - the room was beautiful - more like a high-end rental than a hotel room. Completely renovated, tastefully decorated, and spotless. Staff really nice, too. The only downside is the highway noise, but the location is convenient. Will be back!
• Ramesh (10/5): - The staff, check in and friendly in providing local information are commendable. very quite neighborhood, very clean room and access to parkway is a big plus point to this place.
• Takisha (10/5): - The personable service was amazing! Thank you Damien! The room decor and amenities were well designed and placed.
• Linda (10/5): - The Carriage House is our go to place to stay when visiting family in Hamden. Not only are the rooms modern, clean & affordable, the staff are welcoming! We love this hotel & highly recommend it to all!
• jen (10/5): - Excellent clean room!
• Eileen (10/5): - Everything was nicely decorated and very clean and the mgr Damian was awesome! He catered to all ur needs! I would definitely stay there again!
• Bruce (10/5): Great place to stay within the area - Was perfect for me safe easy parking and didn’t have a motel feel it was more of a comfortable feeling. The area could be questionable, but I felt secure at the hotel.
• Scott (8/5): - Very nice place, toilet did not flush properly. Would stay here again
• Jerone (10/5): - Very clean. Quiet. Great staff. Modern. Easy parking. Great location.
• Nadia K (10/5): - Overall very good. No complaints. Bed very very comfortable and super clean room
• Alicia (10/5): - Cute room decor, very clean room & excellent customer service.
• Brian (10/5): - Highly recommend
• Verna (8/5): - The hotel worker at check in was very friendly and helped carry my bag up the stairs. The room is spacious and comfortable, very well-furnished for this price point. The shower was excellent with hot water and good water pressure. The coffee machine comes stocked with Starbucks pods. A bus stop right across the street goes right to the Yale campus. Parking is free. A very affordable place to stay for a trip to Yale. The only downsides was that there was only one window and it looks out on the breezeway so had to keep it closed for privacy. And there's quite a lot of road noise. Overall though highly recommend!
• SINDY (10/5): - The room is chic and very clean. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you Gina for all your help!
• Timothy (10/5): - The check-in person was very helpful, including offering to move luggage and provided a phone number if we needed anything. The room was as expected and I would stay at this location again.
• Jennifer (10/5): - Beautiful room, excellent staff. Easy check in also. Highly recommend!
• Verified traveler (10/5): Nice stay at Carriage House - We had a great stay at Carriage House. It was clean and comfortable, and they were able to accommodate my late check in with a simple process. The room seems to have been recently renovated and has everything we needed.
• Joseph (10/5): - Nice little hotel. Very nice decor. Clean and well kept. Staff very friendly. Easy, contactless check in process. Close and convenient for where we have family in Hamden. Would definitely come back here.
• Sergio (10/5): - We enjoy staying at the Carriage House very much! The owners and staff are very attentive and responsive. The rooms are very fresh clean. The beds are a pleasure to sleep in after a long drive it working day. We stay here all the time when we come to Hamden to visit family.
• V8621IZmaryb (10/5): Great stay!! 10/10 - What a wonderful stay! We enjoyed this place because the room was clean, extras in the room were a nice touch, and contactless entry was so simple and appreciated! Beds were super comfy. Great experience from start to finish. P. S. Owners are very responsive and accommodating! Wonderful touch!
• Marianne (10/5): Will be back! - Our stay here was amazing! The room was perfect for us. It was clean and comfortable, had so many extras, and was perfectly located near everything we needed. The owners are amazing to deal with (very accessible) and we really appreciated the contactless check in, so simple. No question we will be returning. Thanks again for a wonderful stay. 🙂
• Marilyn (6/5): - Only problem was the lighting. Room very dark. Could not work on the bed (bad back). Short small lights don't cast light. One tall one, the same.
• 816velmaj (2/5): Terrible - This place is horrible! The experience I had here is inexcusable. They get very nasty with you, very aggressive, and love to threaten you with the police. They tell you they will refund you and once they are asked for an approval they deny it. No privacy and no physical staff, everything is watched from camera! Run, Run, Run choose carrion hotel instead!
• Velma (2/5): - If you value your privacy avoid this place. No physical employees. They monitor your every move through cameras and if something is not to their liking you will receive a phone call telling you to leave the property or further actions will be taken.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Great place - The room was clean, modern and well kept. Everything worked as expected and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay again.
• Kristine (10/5): - I had not stayed here before, but was able to secure a reservation for one night. The outside is a motel, but the room was more like a hotel. Beautiful and spacious and very clean. I was very happy overall and will likely book again sometime.
• Steven (8/5): - The updates to the rooms are beautiful and staff very responsive and helpful. The bed was very comfortable and the space used well, with a coffee maker, small fridge, and microwave. The bathroom shower was very accessible and nice but very easy to flood the floor. i would suggest that with the wonderful accessible shower, instead of a curtain which they have, a door would be better. I know sort of expensive but would be much better for the guest and preserve the quality of the place over time.
• Greg (10/5): - Clean and nice would stay there again
• Mt00026 (10/5): Unique, clean, well appointed motel - Stayed at this hotel as a stop to break up a long drive. The room was exceptionally clean. I am one who always wears socks, so my feet won’t touch a hotel floor. My white socks were pristine at the end of the stay. I loved the unique decor. The bathroom was small, but very well equipped with plenty of hot water with great water, pressure and high-end toiletries. Would definitely stay again.
• Domita (10/5): Surprisingly quaint MOTEL - I have a preconceived notion about Motels and strive not to stay in one. In my haste to secure a place to stay for a midweek funeral service, I missed the fact that this was a motel. The front desk staff was very helpful and even personable. When my key didn't work to allow me entry, he let me in with the master key and then rekeyed my key...all while wearing a boot on his foot to cover an injury. I asked his name twice and still forgot. He was very kind. The room was very nicely appointed, we loved the ceilings and room decor. Very pleasantly surprised. My only unrecognized desire was the water pressure in the shower. I admit that I love the greatest force.
• Doug (8/5): - Unfortunately the property is located next to 2 major highways. Not much that you can do other than sealing doors or providing white noise generators. Other than that the facility is fine. DS
• Jennifer (8/5): - We loved our stay for the price! Modern and clean with nice taste in decorating. Bonus was it was walkable distance to restaurants and less than two minutes from where our daughter lives. Would have liked to have felt a bit safer with a deadbolt lock on the door.
• Bernard (10/5): - We had a great stay! The desk attendant was friendly and checked us in quickly. The room was exceptionally clean and had a pleasing style to the decor. The climate control unit worked perfectly and was quiet. Parking was easy and I think we took twenty steps to our room. Great room at a great price!
• Karen (10/5): - Checking in and out was a breeze. Staff made me feel at home and answered any questions I had.
• Tim (10/5): - The room had a great look and feel. Very comfortable place to stay with nice touches and a great design.
• Karrie (10/5): - Visually interesting, the decor was interesting and unique. The staff was friendly and genuine. The service was friendly and personable. It felt like the staff was invested in our experience being positive.
• Michael (10/5): - Great experience. Clean. Easy check in. I will be staying again
• Howard (8/5): Great Stay-Very Happy! - Great stay-Very happy! The outside was a little scary, looked like an old-school motel and belied what the room would be like. They had contact-less check in which worked fine, you call when you get there and they talk you through getting into your room but also offered check-in at the desk if you preferred. The room was obviously very recently re-done and everything was brand new. Tasteful renovation and top of the line everything. Clean and bug-free. A little on the smallish side but comfortable. Very comfortable thick mattress, great pillows and nice linens. Aveda products in the bathroom along with Moen fixtures. New A/C unit. Flat screen TV in the room but only basic cable. Keurig coffee-maker in-room with supplies. Refrigerator with room for your stuff.
• Virginia (10/5): - Very clean convenient just ten min from new haven
• KAREEN (10/5): - Property was very nice, a little small but very clean and charming. I definitely will stay again. Check in was breeze, check out was even easier. And I have to say this because it surprised me a little. The decor in the room was just so tasteful and elegant. Very sweet and calming.
• Laurie (8/5): - The inside was very cleanly.
• Robert (10/5): - Clean rooms, remote check in was nice, good for a stopover on a road trip
• George (10/5): - The check in check out process was quick and convenient. I returned the keys to the lock box. I will definitely stay again. Thank you very much.
• Maria (10/5): Our first choice in Hamden CT - Carriage House is always our first choice when we go to Hamden CT. The service is amazing. The rooms are updated and tastefully decorated. Very comfortable.
• Sag006 (2/5): Disgusting Room - Owner is a very nasty woman if you complain about anything or just in general, the guy there is even more nasty - door to room had such a gap in it that there were constantly flies/bugs in room during summer - definitely could not open bathroom window, I left it open while I was out one day I came home it was like the Amityville Horror in my room, there were so many flies it took me a week to get rid of them all, I had to keep containers of cinnamon and pepper out to help keep the flies/bugs away - ac/heat unit did not work properly - toilet leaked sewage from bottom - internet is horrible and basically nonexistent - if you complain they call you names and talk about you behind your back, I had a video of them in my room one day checking the AC/heat unit calling me names and talking about me, I wish I had kept the video - I told the owner something personal one day, next thing I know the other tenants knew all about it, so if you do rent a room there be careful what you say to the owner - wallpaper was hanging off the walls, When it rained it was horrible because the roof and the ceiling are one there was no buffer, The refrigerator was so old and rusty and disgusting like it had never been cleaned I had to clean mold out of it, you couldn't put anything on the door because the bars that hold stuff on the door were missing and it made such a loud noise - this place is just not up to the standards for what they want you to pay - there is a beautiful hotel across the street that I would recommend you stay there instead
• Andree (10/5): - Perfectly adequate for the average traveler just looking for a conveniently located, clean place to stay. This was my second stay and I’ll be back. My only concern: the shower floor is extremely slippery, especially once you use shampoo- I had to put a hand towel down to feel safe.
• Victor (6/5): - Not a terrible place to stay but not really a place that makes sense. My room was clean and small, but cozy. Honestly, room was very basic but good for a one night stay. My check in was great and the communication with staff who sent me instructions was also great. My main issue was with the basic room at this refurbished motel. My toiletries were open, definitely not new, and my mattress was uncomfortable because of lumps. At around 2 am I was awoken by what sounded like garbage trucks for an hour. I realized in the morning that behind my room was a USPS facility that had trucks backing in and going out almost all night. The traffic passing by the front of the hotel was also loud all night and even worse was the mini refrigerator. Again, if I had to do it again, I’d stay at a traditional hotel.
• Ira (10/5): - Unique was auto-check-in, got lockbox code by phone with room keys inside
• Stephen (10/5): - I stayed for three nights. The staff did a great job keeping the place in perfect shape for the three nights.
• Deryl (10/5): - Check-in was contactless and easy. Room looked really nice, and was clean. Bathroom and water pressure were fine. A perfect place to stay without ll the extras (breakfast, pool, etc.) We will be staying here again on our next trip.
• Anthony (10/5): - By far the best place to stay in the area. The staff is extremely proactive and responsive. We checked in late so they left us very detailed instructions for our arrival. The room was absolutely spotless (probably the cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed in, and I do a lot of traveling). Do not judge this place by the surrounding area or it’s unassuming exterior, this was truly a 5 star stay.
• Robert (10/5): Loved My Stay at the Carriage House - This little Boutique Motel was nicely remodeled and has all the amenities in the room needed for a weekend stay. I travel quite a bit and will definitely stay here again. I love supporting small business owners and their dreams for success. You won't be disappointed staying at the Carriage House.
• Gregory (8/5): - Spacious room. Nicely decorated.
• Ivy (10/5): - It was such a cute place! Nicely decorated, super clean, very helpful host, and close to everything! Easy check-in and out. Will definitely be back!
• Annmarie (10/5): - Room was so well appointed and very clean -Rinal was very responsive and welcoming-checkin was so easy and contact free-would stay here again
• Videen (10/5): - Very clean. Very responsive to, and available for, questions. Easy check-in and -out. Will go there again, and will recommend to others!
• Sidney (10/5): - We had a wonderful stay until we got up in the morning to find someone had tried to break into our vehicle. We left and after I explained the situation to the hostess she was so accommodating in calling the police so we could file an insurance claim. She couldn’t have been more helpful. The room was well appointed and clean.
• carmen (10/5): - Friendly owner, easy check in, super clean room with coffee maker, fridge, iron, hairdryer, and other amenities. I stayed 2 nights while attending conference nearby.
• Rebecca (10/5): - Very clean and nice room. The outside (motel style) didn’t give an initial good impression, but once inside, the room was great.
• Jerrold (10/5): - Super nice owner. Well equipped, clean, nicely designed rooms.
• Jan (10/5): - More than I expected
• Cathy (10/5): - Very clean and host very warm and friendly.
• Kennesha (8/5): - The room was clean and comfortable. It had a fridge and microwave. It was bigger than expected and parking was extremely convenient. The attendant went out of her way by providing ice for us. I would rate it 4.5 only because it was more of an upgraded motel than an actual hotel. I would definitely stay again. The price waa very reasonable too.
• Ron (10/5): - Everything went smoothly. Clean & close to where I needed to be.
• Jonathan (10/5): Quick stay - Clean, convenient, nicely decorated. Rinal was very helpful. Next stay already booked.
• STLLUV2TRAV (10/5): Homey and Comfortable Hotel - My parents stayed here recently on a visit to New Haven, CT. They could not say enough good things about it. My mom kept commenting "it's so homey." She said it felt like an oasis in a desert - very beautiful & charming. The owner was so warm, friendly & welcoming. She even helped them carry their luggage when she noticed they were elderly & there's no elevator. They didn't have any noise issues and the location was convenient for what they needed. New! More ways to react to reviews.
• Cynthia (10/5): - The manager went out of her way to make our stay special. The room was decorated very nicely. Bed was great. We have traveled much and this hotel we will definitely want to come back to.
• Cassidy (10/5): - We loved staying here and wish it was more than just a night. The room was gorgeous!
• Verified traveler (10/5): Cute, Cozy & Cool! - Top-Notch! I was only there for one night, I got in late & I was accommodated like a 5 star VIP! Quiet location, Very Clean room, Cute, stylish decor, bed SUUUPER COMFORTABLE! I wanted to pack up the bed & take it home! The owner is Awesome & deserves all the business going to that area far beyond the bigger chain place adjacent to her! Great Customer CARE goes a long way! Thank you SO much Rinal!
• Tina (10/5): - Very clean, very friendly, great experience. Loved the room, very homey and welcoming. Nicest hotel room i’ve stayed in throughout my travels.
• Frances (10/5): - Personal, friendly staff and unique boutique decor.
• Daniel (10/5): Top Notch Service - The host was absolutely amazing! She took the time to walk us to our room and make sure we were satisfied with the conditions. She provided us the option of choosing our room location. There was a “homey” feel to the room and was very comfortable. We would absolutely return to lodge at The Carriage House if we’re ever in the area again. My son left his football cleats in the room, and the host graciously offered to mail them to us. Great experience and wonderful customer service!!
• Heather (10/5): Carriage House is a GREAT BARGAIN! - We were very pleased with all aspects of our stay at the Carriage House! The staff was friendly and helpful, the rooms were clean and wonderfully quiet! This was our first visit but it will not be our last. Carriage House is a great BARGAIN!
• Courtney (10/5): - I am SO grateful to have found the Carriage House. It was a much better value than an Airbnb or hotel chain, in my opinion. The very positive reviews convinced me to stay there over other options in the area and I’m glad I did. Now, I can add my review to the many other positive reviews here!
• Seth (10/5): - Amazing room… do not be fooled by motel appearance! Personal service and room make this a 5 star stay!! So close to New Haven and right off route 15…
• Claudette (10/5): - Early check in readily accommodated and exceptional room and front desk service made for a terrific stay. Thanks Rinal!
• Julie (10/5): - What a cool idea to renovate an old motel into a bougie little hotel. So convenient to QU and good restaurants. The staff was super attentive and friendly. I will stay here again!
• Jennifer (10/5): - Great location
• Julianne D (8/5): - Very clean, kind welcoming staff. Only issue was noise from nearby highway.
• 361juliay (10/5): INCREDIBLE! Affordable, clean, and modern! - Truly a hidden gem!!! My husband and I were trying to find a last minute place to stay, so we called and got the room immediately! The woman we booked through was super nice and helpful! It is super affordable, clean, modern, and so nice inside!! Comparable to any Hilton I’ve stayed at! Also they have Aveda products which is an immediate win for me!! We are so pleased and highly recommend!!
• Andrea (10/5): - Rinal was very welcoming upon our arrival and ensured we had what we needed. She even texted me to check in so that we had room access information available on my phone. The rooms were clean. The beds were super comfortable and my teenage son wanted to stay longer. Rinal gave us restaurant recommendations that were excellent and within walking distance.
• Donna (10/5): Great spot to spend a night - Easy check-in and out. The room was beautifully finished. They really made the most out of an old motel. There is a bit of traffic noise, but putting the fan on easily blocked it out. Really enjoyed my stay!
• yurothamotha (10/5): Cozy and Convenient - We have stayed at the Carriage House on 7 different occasions over the past year. One stay was for a whole week. The staff (Rinal) is very accommodating and personable. The rooms are clean, the bed comfortable and the rooms are pleasantly decorated.
• Jonathan (10/5): - Clean and comfortable in a safe area.
• Baokhanh (10/5): - Owner was accommodating. We arrived late, and had to just text the front desk who promptly let us in. Rooms were clean, quiet, and only a short drive away from New Haven.
• Cam (10/5): Extremely Accommodating - The room was very clean, updated decor and comfortable. Rinal went above and beyond to help with any questions we had about Yale graduation. This is a very short drive to the school and cost a fraction of the New Haven downtown. A must check it out if in the area.
• Kyle (10/5): Awesome place!! - Super cute and clean. The lady who checked us is was very kind and friendly! Very helpful
• Peter (10/5): - Clean and modern looking. Great staff
• Maria jose (8/5): Nice place - Nice place, clean, well conserved. A bit unattended when you need to talk with reception. There is nobody there many times.
• Dana (10/5): - Very friendly, helpful staff, comfortable bed, quiet room
• Margaret (10/5): - The property was conveniently located, with an immaculate room, comfortable bed, ample pillows and extremely courteous staff. We have already raved about the accommodations to friends whom we visited during our stay at Carriage House. They plan to recommend the hotel to others as well. Overall we were very pleased with our stay and plan to return.
• drewcJ4388ZH (10/5): Feels like Home. - Absolutely recommend staying here. The rooms feel like home and the hospitality is five star. The beds are high quality and definitely beats staying at a cookie cutter hotel with the love and care that went into the interior design. Could not have found a better place to stay and when we’re back next year definitely want to stay here again.
• Emma (10/5): - Our room was immaculate, very nicely decorated, I felt like I was in my bedroom instead of a hotel, I would definitely stay there again, did not have to use room service once I checked in, my check-in experience was great, greeted by a very nice, professional young lady.
• rmacd2014 (10/5): A place to look forward to - We were so grateful for the service and recommendations from our hosts. They were responsive, the room was fresh, warm, clean and nicely remodeled on both stays there. We fully enjoyed our time there
• Johnathan (10/5): - Nice people
• kdcamner (10/5): HIDDEN GEM!! - A total hidden gem for sure!! The pictures looked cute, the reviews were great. but my wife and I didn't expect to fall in love with The Carriage House like we did. Staying there was truly the cherry on top of our trip to Connecticut. The decor choices in room felt personal and charming, intimate and modern all at the same time. As designers we were thoroughly impressed with every choice. And the bed was the best! We even got to know the owner a bit and were floored by how passionate and personable she was. To be honest, next time we're in Connecticut—even if we have to drive a bit—we are going to stay there. So great!
• Lynn (10/5): - Clean, spacious, quiet. Loved my stay.

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