From the Orient to the Hogwarts to the Darjeeling Express, train travel has long captured our imaginations. It conjures feelings of adventure and romance, invoking a sense of nostalgia for the heyday of trains.
Rail is on the rise
But traveling by train is more trend than throwback. The resurgence is fueled in large part by enthusiasm for novel experiences, sustainability, and car-free travel.
Rediscover the wonder of train travel with a trip that’s all about the journey—and the destination. Nowhere does this ring more true than a place like Saybrook Point Resort and Marina. Steeped in locomotive lore—and easily accessible by train, it’s an iconic destination for riding the rails.
Epitome of train destinations
Situated where the Connecticut River meets the Long Island Sound and home to one of New England’s finest marinas, Saybrook Point Resort’s swoon-worthy water views, stunning sunsets, and coastal ambiance attract a lot of attention. But rail is just as core to the story. Our rich rail history dates back to the golden age of the railroad. Just steps from the terminus of the Connecticut’s first Shoreline Train, the original property was a staple for everyone from local residents, cosmopolitan New Yorkers escaping the city to members of the Rat Pack.
The resort’s Choo Choo lounge, pays homage to Old Saybrook’s train DNA with lush interior design, 19th-century inspired craft cocktails, and commissioned artwork of the No 2 train and the nearby Roundhouse turning station.
Get right to the Point
A stone’s throw from the Northeastern Corridor’s most popular rail route, Saybrook Point Resort is a quick ride from New York City and Boston—and easily accessible anywhere up and down the Eastern Seaboard. Once you reach the station after your Amtrak or Metro-North/Shore Line East service, just hop on our complimentary shuttle service the final leg of your trip.
All about the journey
Get into a vacation mindset the moment you step on the train. Sit back, relax, and do, well…whatever you want to do. Catch up on email, sleep, your favorite podcast, or that novel you keep meaning to read. Hit up the dining car or just soak in the scenery as you ride along New England’s picturesque coastline.
More than old school cool
Trains embrace that classic appeal with all the modern creature comforts of today. Enjoy extra amenities like power outlets, free WIFI, a dining car, ample leg room to stretch your legs, and more. Get comfortable with more comforts.
Car-free and carefree
Arrived refreshed and ready to go! Grab a bite at our award-winning restaurant Fresh Salt, enjoy a cocktail in our marina bar, take in some live music at our cocktail lounge, pamper yourself with a spa treatment, or explore the scenic town of Old Saybrook.
Reduce your carbon footprint
Train travel is ideal for the eco-conscious among us for its relatively low greenhouse gas emissions and energy efficiency There’s a reason “train bragging” is a thing! Plus, as the first green lodging-certified hotel in Connecticut known for our long-standing commitment to sustainability, you’ll be able to minimize your environmental impact throughout your stay as well.
Embrace the allure of “all aboard”
Tap into the infinite charm and timeless wonder of train travel with a luxurious escape to Connecticut’s swoon-worthy coastline. Plan your stay at Saybrook Point Resort today!
