Bee and Thistle Inn

3.5 star property
Georgian inn with free breakfast and spa services

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Front of property
Room Five | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior
Exterior
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Room Eleven

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 179 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room One

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Two

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Seven

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 133 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room Three

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room Five

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Eight

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Nine

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Ten

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room Four

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

  • Florence Griswold Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ferry Landing State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Goose Island - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Essex Steam Train - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Old Saybrook Station - 9 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffees Country Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mystic Market Kitchen and Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mad Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Bee and Thistle Inn

Inn by the river
Consider a stay at Bee and Thistle Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a facial, or a deep-tissue massage. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Chestnut Grille, features garden views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Chestnut Grille

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1756
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bee and Thistle Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bee and Thistle Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa inn is within a 15-minute walk of Florence Griswold Museum and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine. Connecticut River and Ferry Landing State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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