In Downtown Hartford, The Capitol Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a warm welcome with full breakfast and dry cleaning services. Guests praise the helpful staff while enjoying in-room WiFi, 24-hour gym access, business center convenience and arcade fun.
Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Connecticut Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Xfinity Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) - 24 min drive
Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 48 min drive
Hartford Union Station - 2 min walk
Windsor Station - 17 min drive
Windsor Locks Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Black-Eyed Sally's - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
The Brownstone - 6 min walk
Max Downtown - 5 min walk
Element 315 - 8 min walk
About this property
The Capitol Hotel
When you stay at The Capitol Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Connecticut Convention Center and Xfinity Theatre. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, wired Internet and full breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
96 rooms
Arranged over 9 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 36 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 15.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business centre
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1960
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness centre
At least 80% of food locally sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 15.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Hartford-Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Hartford-Downtown
Hartford Holiday Inn
Red Roof PLUS Hartford Downtown Hotel
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Red Roof PLUS Hartford Downtown
Red Roof Inn PLUS Hartford Downtown Hotel
Red Roof PLUS+ Hartford Downtown
Red Roof PLUS Hartford
Capitol Hotel Hartford
The Capitol Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hartford
Hotel The Capitol Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Red Roof PLUS+ Hartford Downtown
Red Roof PLUS Hartford Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Hartford Downtown
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Hartford Downtown
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HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Capitol Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 36 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Capitol Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 15.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Capitol Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Capitol Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
What's the area around The Capitol Hotel like?
The Capitol Hotel is in Downtown Hartford, a short 2-minute walk from Hartford Union Station and 15 minutes' walk from Connecticut Convention Center.
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The Capitol Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
26 Jul 2025
It was a very nice stay
Maritza
Maritza, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
6 Aug 2025
Nice and convient a lot to do around the area
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
3 Aug 2025
Hotel smells clean and good. Staff was friendly and the free breakfast had a big selection.
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
23 Jul 2025
This is a great hotel if you want to be in the downtown area across from the Capitol and beautiful Bushnell Park. Many historic locations nearby
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Amazing selection for breakfast very convenient location with enough parking and accommodationS.
Hooman
Hooman, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Jul 2025
Basic hotel, basic room.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
Had a good time
Shanique
Shanique, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jun 2025
Amazing location very good breakfast conveniently close to all the different parts of the city of Hartford
Hooman
Hooman, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2025
The room is was very clean
Christian
Christian, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
13 Jul 2025
Love that the venue overlooked the Festival Venue. Easy walk to restaurants & bars. Near the Capital and other cool historic places.
Jay
Jay, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
13 Jul 2025
They have nice room
SAIDY
SAIDY, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2025
The staff was helpful and kind. Very professional.
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jun 2025
Friendly staff and solid hotel. Area seems interesting as the state capitol and a park are across the street.
Jarrod
Jarrod, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Jul 2025
Right near major train station & downtown Hartford.
Place is older & a bit worn, showing it's age.
Roderick
Roderick, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Jun 2025
affordable hotel. staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Jul 2025
Great Staff
Vansh
Vansh, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 May 2025
Clean, great breakfast and close to public transport.
ADI
ADI, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
6 Jul 2025
Staff where personable.
Aguedo
Aguedo, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jul 2025
Awesome
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
20 Jul 2025
The only reason we stayed there is because it was close to the Hartford jazz festival across the street other than that we won’t be back
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jun 2025
Staff was great
William
William, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
3 Aug 2025
I think it needed better bathroom set up, it’s kinda giving old but it’s good.
Devoy
Devoy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
21 Jun 2025
amazing value
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
25 May 2025
Employees was friendly and helpful and it was close to everything