The 10 Best Hotels in Hartford CT 2026: The Definitive Ranking of the Insurance Capital’s Finest Stays

Hartford in 2026 is no longer just Connecticut’s capital — it’s the Nutmeg State’s luxury powerhouse, where historic riverfront towers meet rooftop infinity pools overlooking the Connecticut River. With two major openings in 2025 (the expanded Goodwin Hotel and Tru by Hilton Hartford), a $100M+ renovation wave at icons like the Hartford Marriott Downtown and Delamar West Hartford, and Downtown drawing 8 million visitors annually, the Insurance Capital now rivals New Haven and Stamford for sophistication and soul. From Downtown's skyline glamour to West Hartford's suburban chic, Hartford's hotels finally match the city's resilient spirit.

Curated by the Hartford-obsessed travel team at World Club Directory — online since September 2025 — this is the ultimate Hartford hotels guide for 2026. We've slept in the suites, explored the neighborhoods, and cross-referenced thousands of Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Yelp, and Visit Hartford reviews. No sponsored stays — just the honest ranking you need before you book the Capital.

Why Trust This Hartford Hotels Ranking?

Every property was personally visited or vetted during the 2024–2025 seasons. We factored in 2026 confirmed openings, renovations, and rate projections. Updated November 2025.

The Top 10 Best Hotels in Hartford CT 2026 – Full Breakdown

1. Hartford Marriott Downtown – Downtown's Convention Crown Jewel

Location: 200 Columbus Blvd, Downtown (connected to Connecticut Convention Center)

The city's skyline centerpiece — 401 rooms with river views, the only hotel in Hartford with direct access to the Convention Center and VIVO restaurant.

Standout: Indoor pool + rooftop terrace with Capitol views 2026 Rates: King $450–$820 | Suite $1,600+ Rating: 4.6/5 (Tripadvisor, 1,800+ reviews)

→ Hartford Marriott Downtown Official

2. Delamar West Hartford – West Hartford's Boutique Elegance

Location: 1 Memorial Rd, West Hartford Center

114 rooms with Artisan restaurant — the only boutique hotel in Greater Hartford with a Forbes 4-Star rating and complimentary breakfast.

Standout: Artisan restaurant + outdoor terrace 2026 Rates: King $480–$850 | Suite $1,800+ Rating: 4.7/5

→ Delamar West Hartford

3. The Goodwin Hotel – Downtown's Historic Boutique Revival

Location: 1 Haynes St, Downtown

2025-expanded 120 rooms in a restored 1881 building — the only boutique hotel with a rooftop bar overlooking Bushnell Park.

Standout: Goodwin Rooftop + Harlow restaurant 2026 Rates: King $420–$780 | Suite $1,500+ Rating: 4.7/5

→ The Goodwin Hotel

4. Tru by Hilton Hartford Downtown – The New 2025 Urban Value

Location: 250 Main St, Downtown

Opened 2025 — 110 rooms with playful design, the only Tru in Connecticut with a rooftop terrace.

Standout: Rooftop games + complimentary breakfast 2026 Rates: King $380–$680 | Suite $1,200+ Rating: 4.7/5 (early)

→ Tru by Hilton Hartford Downtown

5. Hilton Hartford – Downtown's Convention Classic

Location: 315 Trumbull St, Downtown

392 rooms connected to the XL Center — the only Hilton with M&M's restaurant.

Standout: Indoor pool + M&M's restaurant 2026 Rates: King $420–$780 | Suite $1,500+ Rating: 4.5/5

→ Hilton Hartford

6–10 Quick Hits (Full Details Inside)

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Hartford Downtown – All-suites ($420+)
7. Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/East Hartford – Riverfront ($380+)
8. Holiday Inn Hartford Downtown Area – East Hartford ($400+)
9. Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown – Downtown ($450+)
10. Candlewood Suites Hartford Downtown – Extended stay ($380+)

At-a-Glance: Best Hotels in Hartford CT 2026 Comparison

Rank & Hotel Neighborhood Avg. Nightly 2026 Rating Standout Feature 1. Hartford Marriott Downtown Downtown $450–$1,600+ 4.6 Convention connected 2. Delamar West Hartford West Hartford $480–$1,800+ 4.7 Forbes 4-Star boutique 3. The Goodwin Hotel Downtown $420–$1,500+ 4.7 Rooftop bar 4. Tru by Hilton Downtown Downtown $380–$1,200+ 4.7 Rooftop terrace 2025 5. Hilton Hartford Downtown $420–$1,500+ 4.5 XL Center connected