5 Romantic Inns by the Sea

Stonington Borough is one of Connecticut's most charming areas - walkable, historic, surrounded by water and dotted with shops and restaurants. The Inn at Stonington is the perfect spot right in the middle of it all.

Old Lyme is a venerable old Connecticut seashore town, replete with wonderful old houses and views on both the Sound and the Connecticut River.  The Old Lyme Inn features beautiful guest rooms, indoor and outdoor dining, along with live music in the world-class jazz club, the Side Door.

Located right where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound in Old Saybrook, the Saybrook Point Inn & Spa offers fine dining, a terrific spa and comfortable rooms - not to mention romantic walks along the water. True romantics should check out the inn's adults-only guest house called Three Stories.

Do you crave waterfront lodging with all the bells and whistles? Water's Edge Resort & Spa in Westbrook fills the bill with sea-view rooms, extensive grounds, fine dining (including an extraordinary brunch) and a welcoming spa. Your romance will get all the back-up it needs.

Do you like the idea of being right on the water, with nothing between you and Long Island Sound except for a strip of sand? Then the Madison Beach Hotel is for you, with fine dining, seaward views galore and the sound of the waves lapping at night.