The Windsor Locks center point is approximately 1 mile northwest of Windsor Locks Amtrak Station and 2 miles east of Bradley International Airport.
The best time for warm weather in Windsor Locks is June through August, though tourism is increased in June and July so expect room rates to be higher as well. The busiest month for tourism in Windsor Locks is in April. If you plan to visit during these times, prepare to book flights and accommodation well in advance to get the best deal possible. The least likely time for tourists to visit Windsor Locks is in November so if your travel dates are flexible and you don't mind a little cold, this may be your best chance at getting flights and accommodation for the lowest price possible. The second least popular month is in May when temperatures are warmer.
Windsor Locks weather in spring, March through May, is humid and somewhat warm with moderate rain making it the second busiest season for tourism. The summer season, June through August, is comfortably warm yet with the most rain overall. This is the busiest season for tourism. In the fall, September through November, the weather is chilly with humidity and wind, moderate rain and snow are common during this season with tourism being slow. The winter season, December through February, is the coldest time of the year with a fair amount of snow and relatively little tourists.
For AAA members, try the Fairfield Inn & Suites Hartford Airport. Modern and stylish with a variety of rooms, there's a room for any budget. From fireplaces to kitchenettes and spas, no matter what you're looking for, you'll find it at the Fairfield Inn. A free hot breakfast buffet and 24-hour business center are only some of the conveniences of this newly renovated hotel. It also includes a brand new indoor pool, complimentary fitness center, and free shuttle to the airport.
Senior discounts are available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradley Airport, saving up to 30 percent on booking. With in-room ironing board and iron and temperature controls, along with a mini-fridge and microwave, you can do things your way. Your stay is made even easier with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet as well as coffee in your room and the lobby. A heated pool and limited fitness center are available along with self-serve laundry facilities.
Very accommodating, Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Airport offers nice discount rates when booking blocks of rooms for groups. With a free breakfast, indoor swimming pool, and 24-hour fitness center, there's something for everyone in your group at Springhill Suites. As the newest hotel in the Bradley Airport area, you're sure to find the most modern amenities, appliances, and decor. Wth free Wi-Fi, luxurious bedding, and separate sitting areas in each room, you're sure to feel right at home.
If you're in the military, La Quinta Inn & Suites Hartford Bradley Airport offers a nice discount for service members. With modern televisions, calming decor, and free breakfast, La Quinta makes an attractive place to stay near the airport. With many restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, you won't be lacking in options, no matter what you're craving. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a shuttle to the airport are nice additions to this hotel's list of positive amenities.
For exercise enthusiasts on a budget, choose Travelodge by Wyndham Bradley Airport. Equipped with a fitness center and indoor pool, you're sure not to miss your daily workouts here. Nearby the Bradley Airport, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and a 24-hour business center for those who take their office on the go. With a free shuttle to the airport, you're sure to have all your needs met at an excellent rate.
If you're looking for great value near the Bradley International Airport, look no further than EconoLodge Inn & Suites. With free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool, this hotel offers a free round-trip shuttle to the airport plus up to fifteen days of free parking while you enjoy your trip.
Designed specifically for Samuel — better known by his pen name "Mark Twain" — and Olivia Clemens, the Mark Twain House in Hartford is now on the U.S. Register of Historic Places. The Clemens lived in the house from 1874 until 1891 when they were forced to move to Europe. Later the house was used as a school, an apartment building, and a public library branch. Today the house has been turned into a museum, being continually restored and open for viewing on one of the house's many daily tours.
Adjacent to the Bradley International Airport is the largest aviation museum in New England — the New England Air Museum. This museum houses more than 80 aircrafts and a collection of engines, uniforms, and other aircraft memorabilia. Founded in 1959, the museum's original location was destroyed in a tornado in 1979 and rebuilt in its new location in 1981. The museum holds many delights for history buffs and aviation enthusiasts of all ages.
Located only 20 minutes from Windsor Locks is Six Flags New England. Championed as the "Thrill Capital of New England", Six Flags is filled with family fun. From a vast water park to blood-pumping thrill rides, Six Flags has something for everyone. With plenty of dining and shopping options and attractions added yearly, Six Flags makes for a tempting day trip from the quiet of Windsor Locks.
No matter what brings you to Windsor Locks, from business to family fun, to just a great location, there is the perfect hotel to meet every need and budget. Book your room in Windsor Locks today and explore all the wonderful things this area has to offer!
Below are reviews of the city of Windsor Locks, CT from an actual visitor's perspective.
Everything
Easy to get around. Plenty of stores, restaurants and across from the airport.
I liked that we were able to eat anywhere up and down the strip. Lots of great restaurants and fast food everywhere.