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Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wallingford with an indoor pool and a restaurant

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Indoor pool
Minibar
Snack bar
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1181 Barnes Rd, Wallingford, CT, 06492
  • Place, Bowlero Wallingford
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Choate Rosemary Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Johns Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll in shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll in shower) | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll in shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 408 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 408 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior King Suite-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Junior King Suite With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room with Two Queen Beds-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible 1 Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Hearing Accessible 1 Bedroom King Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Bathtub-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Wallingford

Located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from YMCA Mountain Mist Day Outdoor Center, Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden is within a 10-minute drive of Saint Johns Field. This 3-star hotel has 139 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Wallingford - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Choate Rosemary Hall - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Saint Johns Field - 4 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • On Track Karting - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • YMCA Mountain Mist Day Outdoor Center - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Meriden Station - 8 min drive
  • New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Hotel in Wallingford with an indoor pool and a restaurant
At Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a computer station, and express check-in.
42-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pantry Market
  • The Great American Grill

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 13.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-1:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

As of Feb 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden on Feb 24, 2026 start from $114.94, excluding 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

This hotel is located in Wallingford, close to YMCA Mountain Mist Day Outdoor Center, Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort, and Lyman Orchards. You'll also find Gouveia Winery and Paul Mellon Arts Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden include a casino on the premises?

No, Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Pantry Market.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden for a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

The closest major airport to Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden is New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional), which is 20.3 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxford, CT (OXC-Waterbury - Oxford), which is around 19.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Claude

When we arrived we were told that there was no room for us, despite having a reservation. They arranged for us to have a room at a much less nice property, Fairfield Inn and Suites. That worked out fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and smelled nice Do not prefer to pay for food at hotels
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean room, nice front desk area, quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Traveled with family
Didn’t go to the bar. Breakfast was okay but expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convient location, friendly staff, clean rooms, excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very nice hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric Edward

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cari

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, beds comfortable, and our kids enjoyed the pool! The only negative was that our tv was not working, all channels said offline. It was late so wasn’t worth calling the desk about.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kylie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff had a difficult time with checking in a large number guests due to rooms not being ready. Nonetheless, they were calm and extremely kind and professional. So friendly and caring! Well done, ladies!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Keep going Hilton brand

Excellent no doubt the quality is impressive
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

melva

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it did I like parking my own
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was the friendliest and also very helpful and capable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise C, St Petersburg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alrundus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Uncomfortable Pillows

The stay was good. Staff were friendly. Room was clean but the Pillows were so uncomfortable- way too soft and squishy. You need firmer pillows. I asked for some but the pillows i was given were the same soft pillows - very uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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