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Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wooden cabinet, and a door leading to another room.
Snack bar
Indoor pool

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, On Track Karting
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Choate Rosemary Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Haven, CT (HVN-Tweed - New Haven Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 King Bed Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

1 KING BED 1 BEDROOM SUITE W/ TWO FULL BATHS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, a phone, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a bedside table, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll in shower)

A living room with a grey sofa, a red armchair, a brown ottoman, and a door with a light switch.

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

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

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A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, flat-screen TV, and a wooden cabinet.

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a bedside table, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, television, air conditioning unit, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll in shower)

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a white bed, and a door leading to a bathroom.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a white bed, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

About the neighborhood

Wallingford

Located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Bowlero Wallingford, 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 - 3.1 miles
  • On Track Karting - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Saint Johns Field - 5 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Choate Rosemary Hall - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Paul Mellon Arts Center - 7 min drive - 4.6 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
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

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, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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 Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden on Jul 6, 2026 start from $156, 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.

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

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

Will I be able to park at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden?

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

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.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms 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 at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden that offer a balcony.

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. 660 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk service was fantastic! And hotel was great overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and shopping mall!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great considering a pipe burst a few days before our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Nice shower too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the hotel were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient stay for an overnight. Nothing spectacular but clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location & friendly stsff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was courteous and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful....had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Renovated room, stunning view, very friendly staff and quietness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convient location, friendly staff, clean rooms, excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very nice hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and staff wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharece

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel in itself is very clean and smells amazing from the time you walk in. The room was beautiful and spacious. The staff were friendly and very welcoming. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a luxury experience at a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet clean ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ja'Nell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness of the room was top tier. The staff at the front desk were very welcoming. Pool temp was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostess who checked me in was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean room, nice front desk area, quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026