Named for the area's history in fine cutlery production, Silver City serves American fare to eat with your hands or a fork & knife.

Landmark building done up in what we’ll call Hippified Traditional. Think croc- (not the shoes) upholstered wingback chairs with floral sides.

Really clean Hotel, like the service, the staff are really nice on the process.

Rad, 19th-floor views of New Haven and a small, little-known school called Yale University.

Nearby I-94 gets ya to nearby vineyards (Paradise Hills is a biggie), downtown Meriden & venture-worthy Higby Mountain Preserve in a flash.

All rooms are suites, and they're all smoke-free.

Not a lot of frills, because you don't always need 'em.

Stuffing our faces with signature cinnamon rolls at breakfast first thing in the morning.

Former colonial-style armory only a 5-min walk from Wesleyan.

Recently renovated space right in the middle of the city.

Location’s a win-win: idyllic, chilled-out surroundings yet a half-mile to I-84 + less than 10 miles from downtown.

Test your Top Chef skills in the spacious suite's well-equipped kitchen.

Warm cinnamon rolls at the complimentary hot breakfast, or fresh fruit if that's more up your alley for some reason.

Simple and straightforward, perfect for when you just need to get some shuteye.

All rooms have a suite setup, giving you space to stretch out.