Bee and Thistle Inn

Georgian inn with free breakfast and spa services

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

The Bee and Thistle Inn, riverside, offers a peaceful retreat with garden views and full amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, relax by the lobby fireplace, and savor cuisine at The Chestnut Grille. Free WiFi and attentive concierge service complete the experience.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
Breakfast included
Room service
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Tomorrow

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Room Eleven

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room One

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Two

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Desk

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Seven

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

12 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Room Three

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

31 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room Five

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Eight

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Nine

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Ten

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room Four

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Old Lyme, Bee and Thistle Inn is in the historical district and on a river. Ocean Beach Park and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Saybrook Country Barn and Stay and Play LLC are also worth visiting.

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100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371

What's nearby

Florence Griswold Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Goose Island - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Essex Steam Train - 8 min drive - 11.7 km
Rocky Neck State Park - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
Harvey's Beach - 9 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

Old Saybrook Station - 9 min drive
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
‪Coffee’s Country Market & Catering - ‬4 min drive
‪Ashlawn Farm Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bee and Thistle Inn

Inn by the river

Consider a stay at Bee and Thistle Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy or a facial. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Chestnut Grille, features garden views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking
Concierge services, multilingual staff and massage treatment rooms
Coffee/tea in reception, free newspapers and tour/ticket information

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

The Chestnut Grille

Conveniences

Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
On a river
Picnic area

Spa

Aromatherapy
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Swedish massages
Treatment room

Accessibility

No lift

1 building
3 floors
Built in 1756
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom

Food and drink

Free bottled water
Room service

Individual decor
Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 16 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bee and Thistle Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bee and Thistle Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bee and Thistle Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa inn is within a 15-minute walk of Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme Historical Society, and Lawrence & Memorial Family Medicine. Connecticut River and Ferry Landing State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).