Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Hotels
Hilton Garden Inn
8.7 (513 reviews)
1181 Barnes Road , Wallingford , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good location
Cons:
High additional fees
Food quality inconsistent

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Generally clean but some reviews indicate the hotel is showing its age.
Service
9.38
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, enhancing the experience.
Location
8.92
Convenient location with access to nearby restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
8.87
Overall room quality was pleasant, though some noted signs of wear.
Amenities
8.9
Good amenities including a fitness center and pool; breakfast has mixed reviews.
Value for Money
8.36
Some guests found additional fees excessive compared to value received.
Food and Beverage
7.91
Food quality at the restaurant received some criticism, particularly for the pricing.
Overall Experience
8.88
Generally positive experience, with a strong emphasis on staff and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 22:56

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort and elegance at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden. Indulge in rooms with spa baths, plush amenities, and cozy seating areas for ultimate relaxation.

Convenient Location
Situated just 3.3 km from Paradise Hills Vineyard, our hotel offers easy access to local attractions. Explore the area with ease and make the most of your stay in Wallingford.

Exceptional Service
Our 24-hour front desk staff is dedicated to ensuring your needs are met promptly and efficiently. Enjoy a seamless experience from check-in to check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden.

Book now for a memorable stay at our upscale hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: HVN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 513 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.38
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.36
Food and Beverage: 7.91
Overall Experience: 8.88
C
Catherine couple us
10
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Complimentary bottle water

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
E
ernm2026 Business
2
Unauthorized Entry/Bedding placed back on bed from Floor of the Hotel
Pros:

On May 21st, I checked into Room with no issues. On May 22nd, at approximately 5:00 AM, I checked back into the same room with Jessica at the front desk. At that time, I specifically mentioned that I had placed the "Do Not Disturb" sign on my door and expressed my hope that it would be respected, as I would not be returning until later that evening due to scheduled meetings.

When I returned to my room at approximately 8:45 PM, I was shocked and disturbed to discover that the room had clearly been entered despite the "Do Not Disturb" sign being displayed.

The condition of the room was completely different from how I left it:

The lights and lamps were turned on, although I left them off.
The window shades were fully opened.
The bathroom light was on.
My clothing bag had been moved from the table to the chair.
The nightstand and desk drawers were left opened.
The bed cover that I intentionally placed on the floor had been put back onto the bed.

I had to go to the front desk, request NEW BEDDING, place the Sheets and all on myself due to the Bed Cover being placed back on the bed which was on the floor!

Personal bathroom items had clearly been moved or touched.
This situation is extremely disturbing and unacceptable. A guest's privacy, personal belongings, and explicit request not to be disturbed should be respected at all times. To return to a room that had been altered in so many ways without authorization left me feeling uncomfortable and violated.

Very disappointed with Charlotte-Burke-Thompson (Front office Manager) and Maguette Loechner (General Manager). This will never be a stay for me ever again, even if it means going to a Marriott Property or others!

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
H
Hui solo_traveller us
1
Was cancelled without notice and refuse to keep the room even contacted and payed
Pros:

cancel the fully payed room without any notice and refuse to keep the room even I contacted the hotel immediately.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
G
Gregory solo_traveller us
10
Great value between Hartford and New Haven
Pros:

Very nice suburban hotel with nice bar and restaurant

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
D
Darcel solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
G
Guy couple us
9
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
J
Joseph solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Easy to get to very clean

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
E
Erika couple us
8
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
M
Malgorzata solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Clean comfortable room

Cons:

The weather 🙂/ rain

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
T
Tim couple us
8
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
D
Devanta couple us
10
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
G
Gregory solo_traveller us
10
A peaceful getaway in a gem of a suburban hotel.
Pros:

This is a very luxurious suburban hotel with a sophisticated design that includes one of the most gracious inviting lobbies I’ve ever seen in a midrange hotel in the burbs.

Cons:

It’s a bit isolated but close to Wallingford and the major CT highways.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
G
Gregory couple us
9
Quiet clean hotel.
Pros:

New, clean and large facility with very gracious lobby and lounging areas. Nice bar and staff. Quiet, comfortable room.

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
B
Brenda family_with_children us
10
Perfect experience!
Pros:

Hotel and room were clean. Probably the cleanest room I’ve ever stayed in. Loved the blackout curtains. And the bed was very comfortable. Service was excellent. Especially the cleaning staff and front desk associates. A few hours after we checked out, I realized I had left my wedding ring in the room and when I went back to the hotel, they had found it for me! They were so helpful and actually happy to help me!

Cons:

There were some men working in the hotel. One of them was rude to my son when he was on the elevator. It wasn’t a huge deal, but my son was upset about it.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
F
François solo_traveller ch
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
V
vincentfF1611AY Family
2
The management are crooks.
Pros:

The stay would have been fine if I was charged for the appropriate number of nights that I stayed. I needed to check out 2 days early, confirmed with the front desk, and then was still billed for an additional 2 days. Then upon calling the hotel to correct the error, I was hung up on and pushed to a general operator. No other way to describe it other than robbery.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
I
Israel family_with_children us
10
Clean,friendly
Pros:

Everything

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
L
Lee couple us
10
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
H
Huacon family_with_children us
10
Positivo lo recomiendo
Pros:

Excelente todo

Cons:

La limpieza y el personal muy amable

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
S
Snowden couple us
6
2026-03-10 via Nuitee