Hotels in Windsor Locks, Connecticut

Windsor Locks overview

Windsor Locks is a budget-friendly place distinct for its museums and sports, and known for its amusement park and shops. You'll enjoy the ample dining choices. Take a campus tour or explore the surrounding area of St. Joseph College and University of Connecticut-Hartford. Popular attractions like Springfield Armory and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame are sure to leave an impression. If you're looking for a family- and business-friendly getaway, Windsor Locks is for you.

Where to stay in Windsor Locks

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Windsor Locks has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Windsor Locks with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Windsor Locks hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Windsor Locks hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Windsor Locks

Fly in to Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.), 3 mi (4.8 km) from downtown Windsor Locks. Hartford, CT (HFD-Hartford - Brainard) is the next closest major airport, 12.9 mi (20.8 km) away. Windsor Locks Station is the closest train station.

What to see around Windsor Locks

Fun activities in the area include these attractions:

• • Keney Park
• • Talcott Mountain State Park
• • XL Center
• • Rentschler Field
• • Bolton Notch State Park

Highlights like its amusement park are popular with families and top attractions include:

• • Phelps-Hatheway House & Garden
• • Six Flags New England
• • Connecticut Golf Land and Games
• • Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
• • Talcott Mountain Science Center

The area's local highlights include its museums and places like:

• • Connecticut Fire Museum
• • Connecticut Trolley Museum
• • Scantic Academy-East Windsor Historical Society Museum
• • New England Air Museum
• • Vintage Radio and Communications Museum of Connecticut

It's recognized for its flowers, and top places for nature lovers include:

• • Northwest Park
• • East Windsor Park
• • Powder Hollow Park
• • Scantic River State Park
• • Wintonbury Hills Playground

Some popular places in the area to visit include:

• • Springfield Armory
• • St. Joseph College
• • Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
• • Bushnell Park
• • Mark Twain House

When to visit Windsor Locks

If you're starting to plan your trip, you might be wondering when's the best time to visit. Here are the seasonal norms to help you decide when to go:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 54°F day, 17°F night
• April-June: 83°F day, 33°F night
• July-September: 85°F day, 47°F night
• October-December: 69°F day, 19°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 9.84 inches
• April-June: 12.36 inches
• July-September: 12.01 inches
• October-December: 11.69 inches