Bee and Thistle Inn

The Bee and Thistle Inn is registered in the National Registry of Historic Places. Nestled among art galleries and museums in historic Old Lyme, it is the perfect getaway for tranquility and beautiful scenery. Surrounding hiking, biking, and canoe trails offer outdoor adventures, while our award winning restaurant tantalize your appetite.

Our elegant rooms are individual in design, each adorned with antiques and plush down pillows. All stays include turn down service and a country breakfast in the morning. Set in Old Lyme, 30 km from Mystic, Bee and Thistle Inn has an on-site restaurant and free WiFi.

All rooms at Bee and Thistle are equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Most rooms have views of the garden or lawn.

The Chestnut Grille & Lounge is open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday. The Inn offers free bicycle rental, and several golf courses are nearby.

Stanton House Museum is 17.3 km from Bee and Thistle Inn. The United States Coast Guard Academy is 20 km away. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform Bee and Thistle Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that there is a processing fee of USD 10 for all cancellations, regardless of the 14 day cancellation grace period.