Title: Visit Waterford: Best of Waterford Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Waterford](https://expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels.d177538.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Waterford](https://expedia.ca/Waterford-Vacation-Rentals.d177538.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Waterford Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waterford.d177538.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waterford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Waterford.d177538.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waterford ## Travel Guide ![rocks at low tide on beach at Harkness State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/64578553-64b0-420b-a5db-6f70748f9f03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/7a26565e-5648-424f-89a3-ab49a4c61135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Seagull perched on the rock. Sea haze during sunrise. Waterford, Connecticut.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/21d7d9ea-e01d-4b85-aac7-c3e127d4f1c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lone tree stands on the shore of Long Island Sound at Harkness State Park, Connecticut, USA; Waterford, Connecticut, United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/3eb4932d-9619-4ec6-8baf-285b8eedabae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shrubs and climbing roses near an iron gate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177538/82975341-f54a-4ac8-9e24-2aa02fe15ea4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waterford Things to do - Waterford Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Waterford ![Oakdell Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1540100/1540096/762adf0b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oakdell Motel 983 Hartford Turnpike Waterford CT CA $121 CA $150 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Waterford Speedbowl and Crystal Mall are located ... 7/10 Good! (101 reviews) It was very warm, but the bed was horribly uncomfortable! Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=1540096&PinnedHotelID=1540096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) ![Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10100/10068/3901f643_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton 55 Whitehall Avenue Mystic CT Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $101 CA $116 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Mystic. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,496 reviews) Fast internet, good cold breakfast, nice movie/tv options Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10068&PinnedHotelID=10068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) ![Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593900/2593874/a4b45014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area 2049 Norwich Montville CT CA $136 CA $156 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,670 reviews) Nice clean room, good breakfast. Nice staff. Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=2593874&PinnedHotelID=2593874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=177538) [See all 1,990 properties in Waterford](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=177538) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cozy Renovated Cottage with Game Room, WiFi, AC - Mins to Beach & Boardwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766000/108765994/0bbae525_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Renovated Cottage with Game Room, WiFi, AC - Mins to Beach & Boardwalk Waterford CT Stay at this cottage in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amtrak Beach and Tumbleweeds are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews) This is the cutest home and has every amenity you'll need. It's clean, cozy, and well stocked. The property manager communicated so well every step of the way and was so nice. You'll also be in very close proximity to great food and easy shopping. Sift Bakery is nearby as well as Flanders Donuts ... Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels-Cozy-Renovated-Cottage-With-Game-Room.h108765994.Hotel-Information) ![Waterfront Escape- 3BR Coastal Cottage w/ Boat Launch & Near Niantic Main Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113830000/113827500/113827408/c01c4955_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waterfront Escape- 3BR Coastal Cottage w/ Boat Launch & Near Niantic Main Street Waterford CT Stay at this vacation home in Waterford. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ocean Beach Park and Amtrak Beach ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Great location and extremely clean. I would definitely recommend and stay again. Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels-Waterfront-Escape-3BR-Fishing-Retreat-W-Boat-Launch-Near-Niantic-Main-Street.h113827408.Hotel-Information) ![Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110240000/110235400/110235311/b135be5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy 298 E Haddam Moodus Rd East Haddam CT Stay at this cabin in East Haddam. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Machimoodus State Park and Amasa Day House are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews) Our favorite place to visit ♥️ Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/East-Haddam-Hotels-Postcard-Cabins-Machimoodus.h110235311.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Waterford](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=177538&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Harkness-Memorial-State-Park-Waterford.d6326345.Vacation-Attraction) ![pleasure boats passing in front of La Barrosa beach in Sancti Petri Cadiz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328066/f2e76c80-9b6d-4964-87b1-b77f063ce4ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pleasure Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Pleasure Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Waterford. Visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Pleasure-Beach-Waterford.d6328066.Vacation-Attraction) #### Waterford Speedbowl Catch an event at Waterford Speedbowl during your trip to Waterford. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area. 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