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Griswold Inn
Essex, Connecticut
A Taste of History
The Griswold Inn 'Main Building"
Located on Essex Village's historic Main Street, The Griswold Inn's Main Building dates back to 1776.
Second Floor Hallway in the Main Inn Building.
The Griswold Inn is home to 33 guest rooms, each individually decorated with historic artwork and antique furnishings.
Superior Suite in the Main Building
Of our 33 charming guest rooms, no two are alike - some have fireplaces, some have views of "village life," and some boast glimpses of the water.
CBR Service Area
Our dining rooms boast an extensive collection of maritime art and antiques.
Jacobson Collection
The Griswold Inn is home to the largest private collection of steamship oil paintings by Antonio Jacobson.
Essex Room Historic Dining Area
A cozy nook in the Essex Room, one of five historic dining rooms at the Inn.
The Griswold Inn's Historic Tap Room
Soak up the spirited atmosphere in our Tap Room, and enjoy its casual food, libations, and live music nightly.
The Griswold Inn Wine Bar
The Griswold Inn Wine Bar, one of two restaurants on the property, celebrates Wine, Women, and Wednesdays every week!
The Griswold Inn 'Main Building"
Located on Essex Village's historic Main Street, The Griswold Inn's Main Building dates back to 1776.
Second Floor Hallway in the Main Inn Building.
The Griswold Inn is home to 33 guest rooms, each individually decorated with historic artwork and antique furnishings.
Superior Suite in the Main Building
Of our 33 charming guest rooms, no two are alike - some have fireplaces, some have views of "village life," and some boast glimpses of the water.
CBR Service Area
Our dining rooms boast an extensive collection of maritime art and antiques.
Jacobson Collection
The Griswold Inn is home to the largest private collection of steamship oil paintings by Antonio Jacobson.
Essex Room Historic Dining Area
A cozy nook in the Essex Room, one of five historic dining rooms at the Inn.
The Griswold Inn's Historic Tap Room
Soak up the spirited atmosphere in our Tap Room, and enjoy its casual food, libations, and live music nightly.
The Griswold Inn Wine Bar
The Griswold Inn Wine Bar, one of two restaurants on the property, celebrates Wine, Women, and Wednesdays every week!
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Rooms
Number of Rooms: 34 The Griswold Inn is defined by its uniqueness, and the guest rooms are no exception. There are 34 charming guest accommodations, no two exactly alike. Most are furnished with antiques, period reproductions and Leonard’s Beds - yes, the same Leonard’s that has supplied a bed or two to The White House. Some of the accommodations have fireplaces, some have views of “village life” and some boast glimpses of water. All have private baths and free wireless internet access. A complimentary continental breakfast is also included.
Location
Griswold Inn36 Main Street
Essex, CT 06426
United States
Phone: 860-767-1776
Fax: 860-767-0481
Offers
Sunset Sail on the Connecticut River
Sunset Sail on the Connecticut River May 10th 2025 through July 31st, 2025 Wednesday through Sunday stay-overs Experience Essex from the water perspective and take a cruise on...
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