Madison, ConnecticutMadison Center
Madison Beach Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Waterfront shingle inn
Madison Center   Madison, Connecticut
Opened
2012
Price
$$$
Rated for
Luxe Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonWaterfront shingle inn
The shingled inn sits right on the water, where days drift between the private beach and evening lawn concerts.
What it’s good at
Listed
The Wharf serves regional shellfish chowder overlooking gentle Long Island Sound tides.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Downtown Madison and its historic green sit just inland. Outside, quiet roads wind along the shoreline between public beaches.
The rooms
Furnished balconies face the water from every room, putting the gentle tides of Long Island Sound within earshot.
The gym
Precor treadmills and a Peloton bike face multi-pane windows looking straight out across the water.
At the table
Specialty cocktails and New England seafood are served along the outdoor granite bar overlooking the open sound.
How it began
In the early 1800s, this beachfront plot held The Flower House, a boarding home for workers at Hoyt's Shipyard.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.