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The Capitol Hotel

The Capitol Hotel
The Capitol Hotel – Hartford, CT
The Capitol Hotel – Hartford, CT
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About The Capitol Hotel

This downtown Hartford hotel, located next to Bushnell Park and 1 block from Hartford's Union Station. The Capitol Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection features a fitness center, business center, meeting rooms and free WiFi throughout the property. A complimentary hot breakfast is offered. The Capitol Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection provides a coffee maker in every room. The contemporary style rooms have a desk and arm chair along with cable TV. The Capitol Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection is within 1 mile of Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Mark Twain House & Museum and the University of Connecticut School of Law. Bradley International Airport is 13 miles away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.7 / 5
Great 1405 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    good location and great breakfast, its in the hartford downtown area and within walking distance to the restaurants and most attractions.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great stay

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location, beautiful views (if you are lucky enough to get the right room), but in need of updating and lacked common amenities such as kleenex, shampoo, extra T/P, note pad and pen.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Front desk guy was nice. Bathroom in room had visible mold throughout. I was embarrassed to rent the room

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The location (couple minute walk from the arena) and the price were ideal. The hotel room was clean and the staff was friendly. It’s an older hotel and it’s a little dated and worn, but it was a good spot to stay for the night so we didn’t have to drive home after the game.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Smelled. Thin walls.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Desde el Parkin y las habitaciones todo estaba en bajo nivel

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Room was clean and location was good. Was able to walk to nice restaurant and some bars. Fairly priced.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Had to get room key rekeyed every-time we left the room. They said system had been down for months and they dont care due to closing the hotel in November. Should tell people before they book- especially when on the 7th floor and cant get into room 4 times.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We were greeted by a group of homeless folks in the parking lot, including one who approached us to ask for money. Usually not an issue, but very uncomfortable when entering a hotel to check in with all your bags. Underground garage was like an unfinished basement. Poorly lit and a bit sketchy. And they charged $15 to park. Hallways had a slight musty smell and there was no effort to fancy this place up. Lots of young people sitting in the common spaces, which, again, gave a youth hostel vibe. The room was fine; no frills, but fine. It felt outdated and barren, more like a hostel than a hotel. Very hard bed. The ambiance led us to skip the free breakfast because we (maybe unfairly) didn’t want to take our chances. The bottom line is this place is okay if you are expecting that vibe, but it is very overpriced for what is offered.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The location is on the edge of downtown Hartford. It was an easy walk to downtown but on a Sunday downtown is not all that active and many places are closed.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff were friendly. We were only there for one night and spent most of the night at a concert. Room was infested with ants and had a strong mildew smell. The beds don’t have mattress covers, so we slept on top of the blankets. It did the job for the single night, but wouldn’t have put up with it had we needed to stay for longer. Parking was easy so that was a plus!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Got a room for the night for a concert. Only sleeping there so didn’t think much of it. I always do enough research and this seemed fine. Wrong. I checked in and quickly went to my room to drop my stuff off before the show. Immediately all I could smell was cat urine. Then I walked the room and found all kinds of gross stuff. Used toothpaste tube in the bathroom, mold in the bathroom in the walls and in the shower, missing paint, an illegal light switch, blood on the box spring, and my personal favorite, someone’s used eyelashes stuck to the headboard. The bathroom was extremely outdated and clearly had years of water damage. The room was more modern, but gross. The cat urine smell was so overpowering. There was no staff around when I got back super late so I just went to sleep. I didn’t even shower in the morning I just left. The bathroom grossed me out that bad. I had to get out of there. Highly would NOT suggest wasting the money on this property. Also, you have to pay for parking in the back lot or the sketchy tiny underground garage. $16 a day. Stay away.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Overall pretty good property just the parking garage was a little sketchy

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I paid 40 to park overnight, because there is not hotel parking. The floor in my room was not vacuumed, there was hair in the bathroom sink and the toilet didnt flush

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Keycard reset every day and you have to re-register, and the employee does not check in the system if you are actually registered to the room (safety concern). There is no housekeeping and we had to ask the desk for more toilet paper (we stayed for 4 days), and our room had an ant infestation. Shower drain was clogged and the tub filled up while showering.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel was dirty (ripped rug, dirty floor, hair on mattress).

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything is VERY dated. When we asked for extra towels, as we were a party of 4 and only 2 towels were in the room, we were told they were at capacity and none were available. The bed linens were VERY worn, flat pillows, pilly blankets and stains. Parking was extra as well. Would not stay here again, unless a huge update to the facility were completed.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This was a poor choice, but convenience for 1 night is what I was looking for. Room smelled like mold (pictured), bed was essentially a platform cot, a/c didn't get cold and had filth in the vent (pictured), half room was fake hardwood and other half carpet (assuming from a big leak, also pictured). Staff didnt speak English either. Rats everywhere outside. Thanks but no thanks!

Frequently asked questions about The Capitol Hotel

Does The Capitol Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Capitol Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does The Capitol Hotel offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at The Capitol Hotel. Oversized vehicle parking is also available.
Does The Capitol Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Capitol Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Capitol Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Capitol Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Capitol Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Capitol Hotel is located at 440 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103. With a Walk Score of 94, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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