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A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, red and green seating, and a tiled floor.
A hotel reception area with a counter displaying pastries, a fruit bowl, a coffee machine, and a waffle maker.
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, and a desk with a vase of flowers.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Quality Suites" and a clear sky above.

1. Quality Suites Stratford

Quality Suites Stratford
3.2 km from Short Beach
United States
Susan
CA $150
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Quality Suites Stratford
A room with a view of the ocean at sunset, a dining table with plates and glasses, and a wicker chair.
A seaside restaurant with a balcony overlooking the ocean, a clear sky, and a sign reading "SURFSIDE."
A spiral staircase with a patterned wall and a hanging light fixture.
A bedroom with a large bed, multiple pillows, a wooden wall, and a view of the sea through a balcony door.

2. The Surfside Hotel

The Surfside Hotel
Lordship, 2.6 km from Short Beach
United States
Italia
CA $268
CA $308 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Surfside Hotel
A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a desk with a telephone.
A modern lobby with leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a large abstract art piece on the wall.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

3. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
9.9 km from Short Beach
United States
Coran
CA $187
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
A stone building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.
A buffet setup with various food stations, including a meat station and a salad bar.
A modern lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a fireplace, and a television.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by large windows and a modern architectural design.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
13.4 km from Short Beach
United States
Nohemy
CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
A modern reception area with a curved desk, digital displays, and vending machines.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a dining section.
A vending area with refrigerated beverage dispensers and snack shelves.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

5. Springhill Suites Milford

Springhill Suites Milford
5.3 km from Short Beach
United States
Audrey
CA $192
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Springhill Suites Milford
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a glass door entrance, and a landscaped area with shrubs.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of exercise equipment and seating areas.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, bar stools, and a cabinet with bottles.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a modern chandelier.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

Hilton Garden Inn Milford
10.2 km from Short Beach
United States
Joseph
CA $170
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hilton Garden Inn Milford
A building entrance with a stone facade, a wooden archway, and a large glass door.
A buffet area with a variety of food items and a fruit display.
A spacious lobby with leather chairs, a round wooden table, and a stone fireplace.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone fireplace, seating area, and a large mirror.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford

Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford
9 km from Short Beach
United States
Mark
CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford
A white building with a covered porch, large windows, and hanging flower baskets.
A hotel lobby with a blue wall, a staircase, a brick planter, a patterned rug, and a bicycle.
A covered walkway leading to a building with a white brick facade and a blue door.

8. The Circle Hotel Fairfield

The Circle Hotel Fairfield
11.3 km from Short Beach
United States
Jo-Arabelle
CA $175
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Circle Hotel Fairfield
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.
A snack display in a hotel lobby with various brands of chips and snacks.
A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, a medicine ball, and a rack of dumbbells.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven
16 km from Short Beach
United States
Linda
CA $164
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven
A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel room with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade and a covered entrance.
A hotel lobby with a pool table, seating area, bar, and fireplace.

10. Hyatt House Shelton

Hyatt House Shelton
11.6 km from Short Beach
United States
Shenise
CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hyatt House Shelton
A buffet bar with various food items and a selection of liquor bottles in the background.
A building with a white facade and a grey roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with rocks and flowers.
A modern living room with geometric-patterned furniture, large windows, and a minimalist design.
A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a window with curtains, and a minibar with various items.

11. Delamar Westport

Delamar Westport
17 km from Short Beach
United States
joseph
CA $219
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Delamar Westport
A spacious living area with a dining table, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.
A vending machine area with a variety of snacks and drinks, including chips, cookies, and bottled beverages.
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a grill area.
A two-story building with a beige facade, a prominent entrance with glass doors, and a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Milford

Residence Inn by Marriott Milford
5.3 km from Short Beach
United States
Michael
CA $237
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Residence Inn by Marriott Milford
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a television, and a microwave.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, coffee table, and a chandelier.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a glass door entrance.
A hotel entrance with a blue and white facade, a sign reading "BW Best Western," and two large planters with red flowers.

13. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
16.1 km from Short Beach
United States
Leydy
CA $157
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
A hotel room with a round table, two black chairs, a sofa, a TV, a minibar, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.
A Red Roof Inn with a flat facade, a sign with red lettering, and a parking lot with a curb and a flower bed.
A Red Roof Inn building with a flat roof and a sign on the side.

14. Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven

Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven
5.5 km from Short Beach
United States
Lester
CA $109
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and lanterns.
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and decorative lanterns.
A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A bar area with red chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and shelves with bottles.

15. Trumbull Marriott Shelton

Trumbull Marriott Shelton
8.5 km from Short Beach
United States
Andrew
CA $206
CA $237 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Trumbull Marriott Shelton
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, a chair, and artwork on the walls.
A modern reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large abstract wall art piece, and a seating area with a sofa and ottoman.
A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a bed.

16. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford
13.6 km from Short Beach
United States
Brooke
CA $164
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a staircase with wooden railings, and a seating area with a lamp.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a covered area and a green roof.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of outdoor seating and a slide.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Shelton

Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
12.3 km from Short Beach
United States
Elizabeth
CA $179
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a phone and a remote control.
A covered outdoor seating area with red metal chairs and a glass table, white brick walls, and a door with a sign.
A hotel with a rooftop solar panel array, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.
A bathroom with a white sink, dark vanity, and a towel rack.

18. Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In

Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In
14.2 km from Short Beach
United States
Sean
CA $155
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In
An indoor swimming pool with a spiral staircase, lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair. There are wall-mounted lamps and framed pictures.
A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

19. Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton

Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton
12.3 km from Short Beach
United States
Shane
CA $199
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.
A reception area with a stone counter, wooden paneling, and a blue upholstered chair with a cushion.
A swimming pool with clear glass walls, a ladder, and a view of the outside.
A lobby area with a seating arrangement, a fireplace, and a television mounted on a stone wall.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milford by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milford by IHG
10.1 km from Short Beach
United States
Gregory
CA $174
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milford by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Short Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, red and green seating, and a tiled floor.
Quality Suites Stratford
8.2
Very good
1,002 reviews
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A room with a view of the ocean at sunset, a dining table with plates and glasses, and a wicker chair.
The Surfside Hotel
9.2
Wonderful
220 reviews
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A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
8.6
Excellent
1,356 reviews
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A stone building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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A modern reception area with a curved desk, digital displays, and vending machines.
Springhill Suites Milford
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

The Surfside Hotel

The Surfside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotel very different rooms but nice"
Ethne 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Surfside Hotel
The W – Coastal + Cozy - Walk to Beach + Tyde

The W – Coastal + Cozy - Walk to Beach + Tyde

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice yard with lots of flowers. Exceptionality clean very close to all the beaches. It did have good parking. Would definitely go back again."
Debbie M. 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The W – Coastal + Cozy - Walk to Beach + Tyde
Cozy Ocean Front Retreat with Private Beach!

Cozy Ocean Front Retreat with Private Beach!

10/10 Excellent
"FABULOUS!This ocean front cottage was everything we expected. Clean and comfortable! We enjoyed the sunrise and early morning Beach combing. Definitely trust the previous reviews as well as mine! Communication was amazing !LOVE LOVE LOVE! WE WILL VISIT AGAIN!"
Hope Lee G. 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Cozy Ocean Front Retreat with Private Beach!
Salt & Blue - Walk to Beach - Near Tyde Wedding Venue

Salt & Blue - Walk to Beach - Near Tyde Wedding Venue

10/10 Excellent
"This property was excellent! It fit our needs of our family of 5 and was a great space! The town was a nice quiet relaxing area. Close walk to the beach! Hosts provided some good recommendations while we were there and was very responsive!"
Mike D. 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Salt & Blue - Walk to Beach - Near Tyde Wedding Venue
Akasa Ocean Front Oasis- Seasonal Pool, Grill

Akasa Ocean Front Oasis- Seasonal Pool, Grill

10/10 Excellent
"We had another wonderful stay at Akasa! The views from the living rooms were amazing, a great way to start and end the day. This is becoming a family favorite vacation and we are looking forward to booking another stay for next year."
hyun h.
Posted 11 days ago
Akasa Ocean Front Oasis- Seasonal Pool, Grill
Lordship Charmer HAS IT ALL! Comfortable stay, accessible, family friendly!

Lordship Charmer HAS IT ALL! Comfortable stay, accessible, family friendly!

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice. Very clean. Great location."
James L. 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Lordship Charmer HAS IT ALL! Comfortable stay, accessible, family friendly!
90-Sec Walk to Beach - Walnut Beach Luxury House

90-Sec Walk to Beach - Walnut Beach Luxury House

10/10 Excellent
"Very accessible to the beach and town center! Great for family bike rides and can easily walk to coffee shop in the morning and ice cream in the evening. The property was beautiful and felt very high end but comfortable! Would absolutely recommend for families or for an adult trip!"
Kathleen L. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
90-Sec Walk to Beach - Walnut Beach Luxury House
Business or Weekend escape

Business or Weekend escape

10/10 Excellent
"Definitely clean - good place for an overnight stay."
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Business or Weekend escape
Milford beach cottage. Steps to beach.

Milford beach cottage. Steps to beach.

10/10 Excellent
"Very pleasant to stay at this property. Would consider it again in the future. Hosts were gracious and an available. Great experience with my first VRBO rental."
Cathy T. 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Milford beach cottage. Steps to beach.

Other attractions near Short Beach

A rocky shoreline with a calm sea and a cloudy sky.

Lordship Beach

9.0/10 (7 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lordship Beach during your trip to Stratford? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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A beach with rippled sand patterns and a sunset sky.

Long Beach

8.6/10 (7 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Long Beach during your trip to Stratford? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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The Coastal Center at Milford Point

8.6/10 (32 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at The Coastal Center at Milford Point, a lovely green space in Devon. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Stratford Point Lighthouse

After visiting Stratford Point Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Stratford.
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Academy Hill

8.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Stratford when you stop by Academy Hill. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House

8.4/10 (7 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Stratford with a stop at Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Perry House

8.6/10 (8 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Perry House in Stratford. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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National Helicopter Museum

9.0/10 (6 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Helicopter Museum during your travels in Stratford. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Short Beach?
Short Beach is located in Stratford. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. You'll find 140 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Short Beach?
Quality Suites Stratford is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a golf course and free breakfast. It's located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Short Beach. Other good options within a few miles include The Surfside Hotel and Motel 6 Milford, CT.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Short Beach?
Expedia has 140 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Short Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Short Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Short Beach.
What can I see and do near Short Beach?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Helicopter Museum, Barnum Museum, or Housatonic Museum of Art. Sights like Bridgeport Downtown South Historic District, Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House, and Milford Memorial Bridge are landmarks to visit in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Milford Green, The Coastal Center at Milford Point, and Washington Park.

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