10 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Meriden, Connecticut - Updated 2024

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Meriden, Connecticut is a town bustling with activity — there is just a lot of things to do! Nature is one of Meriden’s best features, with a variety of hiking trails and parks for those who want to get away from the noise and crowds of the city, and experience the beauty that Mother nature has to offer. The Meriden Green is a must-visit — buy fresh produce from the local farmer’s market situated there, or have a picnic on the beautifully mowed lawn. What more can we say? Check out our top Airbnbs in Meriden, Connecticut today!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 02, 2024.

1. Private garden suite (from USD 77)

This beautiful suite is a sight for sore eyes. Built in 1915 by the famous William Becroft, this home is not only uniquely stunning, but carries a rich history as well. The home is only a stone’s throw away from Choate, as well as some of the neighborhood’s best bars and restaurants. Guests will not only have access to a private entrance, a spacious bedroom, and a kitchenette, they will also get a private sunroom that leads directly to the luscious backyard garden. Just imagine: having morning coffee to the sounds of birds chirping, or grilling a burger under a starry night sky. Has this place won your heart yet? Book it now!

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Wallingford, Connecticut, United States
8.95 km (5.6 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
484 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there were comfortable chairs in the sitting room and the bed was super comfy as well
apartment:floor to ceiling windows frames a beautiful view of the landscaping
the kitchen had more than just complimentary bottles of water
the bathroom is incredibly well equipped bed is super comfy and extra space just lovely
the huge mission-style bed was also extremely comfy
Cleanliness:
the cleanliness was immaculate and the bed very comfortable
super clean well-stocked awesome accommodations
super clean very relaxing environment
very comfortable clean and exceptionally appointed rental
i was spacious clean and very comfortable
Host:
hosts were very hospitable and kind
this is a charming home offered by equally charming hosts
hosts were very friendly and helpful
great place and great host
tracy was a wonderful host
Location:
conveniently located near restaurants shopping entertainment and major access roads
outstanding location and high end accommodations
great location and attention to detail
the location is great - there are plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby as well
it’s close to restaurants and a few stores if you need anything and was easy to find
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2. Lake Beseck cottage (from USD 159)

Only 3 blocks away from the famous Lake Beseck, this charming cottage is bound to capture your heart. Not only is it convenient, the cottage itself is so well-equipped with amenities that you might forget that you aren’t at home! Guests have full access to a huge kitchen, the lounge area with a TV, a porch with a dining table as well as a desk area for work. The beautiful surrounding greenery doesn’t hurt either — we bet it will be hard to say goodbye to this place!

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Middlefield, Connecticut, United States
1.31 km (0.9 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
228 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the air conditioning was a great perk
the bed is very comfortable and the view of the lake beautiful
also the heated bathroom floor was a nice touch
it is a lovely and comfortable cottage
nice little cottage loved the heated floors in the bathroom
Cleanliness:
cottage very clean and well stocked
the house was very clean and comfy
cottage was very clean and very homey
it is consistently clean and very comfortable
it was clean and comfortable and the bathroom was huge
Host:
excellent host & rental
the owners were very welcoming and responsive
the host was laidback and made us feel very relaxed with the whole mini vacation experience
elizabeth was a great host
elisabeth was responsive and friendly
Location:
a cute place for a weekend away
easy walk to lake
wonderful location next to a beautiful lake
beautiful house in a wonderful location
and perfect location for a visit to middletown ct
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3. Quiet 2-bedroom apartment (from USD 110)

This calming, cosy apartment is bound to make you feel right at home the minute you step in. Think a warmly lit, spacious lounge area and a clean, minimalistic bathroom and bedroom — just perfect for any traveler looking for a homely space! The winner? A private hot tub for guests to use at their leisure after a long day of travelling. The home is also a mile from Connecticut river and a stone’s throw away from Meriden’s hiking hotspots. What more can we ask? Book your place now!

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Glastonbury, Connecticut, United States
16.82 km (10.5 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
405 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there’s one fan in the unit
the two beds and extra couch was perfect for the family of four
what the photos don’t show you are beautiful farm country an enormous outdoor space and the heated pool
lots of space and very comfortable beds the best air b&b experience i have had to date
i loved how there was a washer/dryer and a kitchen for me to use
Cleanliness:
clean cozy and spacious
spotless and very comfortable
clean quiet & comfortable
the apartment was very clean and comfortable
alice’s place was very clean and cozy
Host:
alice and tom were wonderful hosts
the host communicated very well with myself
alice is a gracious host and will quickly answer any questions you may have
awesome spot alice was a great host
worth every penny super nice host awesome awesome awesome
Location:
the location is so peaceful and central to the areas we visited
great location within walking distance of the elementary school playground
great value and location feels homey and comfortable
what a fabulous location and what super hosts
close to hartford as well and alice is very responsive
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4. Clarke's Landing (from USD 314)

This newly built, charming house has direct lake frontage and beautiful view of Lake Beseck. If that isn’t enough, we can assure you that its interior does not disappoint either — this home offers a fully-equipped kitchen, spacious dining and living room areas, a private bathroom as well as a shared washer and dryer. Guests will also be able to borrow for free beach towels, chairs and floats for a fun day at the beach! The home is a scenic drive to Hartford, Middletown and New Haven, and there is a variety of good restaurants nearby as well. It will definitely be hard to leave this awesome vacation rental in Meriden!

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Middlefield, Connecticut, United States
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
48 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 6 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the house was comfortable and we loved the view of the lake
our kids loved the bunk beds in the loft and we all enjoyed the amazing view
Cleanliness:
very clean with beautiful beach decor
it was clean bright and stocked with everything that we needed
the house was wonderful incredibly clean bright and sunny and spacious
very clean and easy to reach host
Host:
a very good host
lanna was an amazing host as well between her quick response time and thoughtful accommodations
lanna was so kind and accommodating and it was a pleasure staying with her thank you for everything
lanna was a lovely host the place is true to the photos nice and clean
Location:
a wonderful location to relax and unwind
very close to neighbors and very intense contract required to stay but a nice house
very clean and well-equipped plus great lakeside location
great location and beautiful view
we were so pleased with the house great location spotlessly clean and a beautiful lake right outside the door
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5. Cosy private suite

This lovely, spacious and bright suite is just perfect for a romantic getaway. Not only is the home beautifully decorated, even having a fireplace for a relaxing night in, it also offers a outdoor patio and dining area for a meal under the stars. Furthermore, the home is a short distance away from Yale, Power Ridge Ski park, Dossin Park Beach and Hubbard Park! It’s also an amazing Airbnb in Meriden, CT, near East Main St., so you have access to a lot of amazing restaurants and tourist attractions.

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Meriden, Connecticut, United States
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
159 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was comfy and the option to make morning coffee was great
the space is comfortable and private
a truly cozy space with great amenities very clean and thoughtfully put together
a cozy space is great
you have a bright well lit by day bedroom while adjoining room has a warm inviting fireplace
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfy space
marisol's place was clean and exactly as advertised
the place was very clean and comfortable
very clean and accommodating to needs
the place was truly impeccably clean with lots of towels soaps lotions
Host:
marisol and david were the perfect hosts
lovely attentive hosts
marisol is a great host
the hosts are very pleasant and responsive
excellent stay the hosts are lovely people and very responsive
Location:
the location was perfect for our trip
great location and we would stay again
their house is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood and there’s easy highway access nearby
very convenient location and lovely host
perfect space comfortable bed and great location
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6. House on the 9th green

Located right on Hunter golf course, this lovely cottage is a true Airbnb find. It is a walk to the Silver City BMX park and Guiffirida park — a hike will find guests at the peak, with a stunning lake view. The home itself is chock full of amenities, and guests will find themselves a laptop friendly workspace, bathroom essentials, cable TV and a well-equipped kitchen. The perfect place for a cosy stay!

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Meriden, Connecticut, United States
3.46 km (2.2 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
18 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
having my own fridge was huge and the kitchen was always clean
Host:
doug and steve are extremely nice and thoughtful hosts
awesome hosts doug and steve take care of anything you need quickly
he and his father steve who lives downstairs are both friendly and helpful
doug is very responsive any time i needed anything
steve is very helpful and would gladly get you anything that you may need
Location:
and the location was perfect for seeing a lot of the new england area
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7. Charming canary room ensuite

This cosy, minimalistic canary room is perfect for the couple or group of friends that want to tour Meriden on a budget. Guests are entitled to a spacious bedroom, warmly lit with a big window, as well as an ensuite bathroom. They are also welcome to use a shared kitchen well equipped with a refrigerator and basic amenities. Only a short distance from the local restaurants, running track and hiking trails, this room is perfect for those who want to experience all that Meriden has to offer!

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Wallingford, Connecticut, United States
7.65 km (4.8 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
126 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
i had a comfortable stay at cathy and gary's place
very comfortable home quiet with fresh flowers and vegetables from gary's garden
the mattress in the canary room is excellent with a lot of support and comfort
the room are just what we needed with the most comfortable mattress we slept like babies
i appreciated the cleanliness of the room and the amenities were as described (if not better)
Cleanliness:
really clean room and bathroom
clean home and quiet neighborhood
room was very clean and comfortable
clean with a comfy bed
clean and comfy room highly recommend
Host:
hospitable hosts and charming home
everyone was respectful and kind
amazing spot with great hosts
you have a wonderful home and are very gracious hosts
gary is such a gracious host i loved his home and the hospitality
Location:
nice hostess pretty location convenient
their location was perfect on our way through ct
great location very friendly and hospitable hosts
the home is centrally located and yet quiet and peaceful
this is a nice place to stay if you find yourself in wallingford or elsewhere in central connecticut
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8. Bell Tower B&B

This colourful, quirky B&B is sure to charm all who visit. Not only does it sport a beautiful exterior, the interior is equally lovely — with huge sunny windows that keep the place filled with warm light throughout the day, and artful décor, it is definitely hard to find fault with this place! Guests will find themselves private bathrooms, a shared kitchenette, a shared lounge area with a large screen TV and surround sound, the list goes on. We bet you’ll want to stay long beyond your allotted time!

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Wallingford, Connecticut, United States
9.85 km (6.2 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
11 reviews  
Private room in bed and breakfast 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
celeste's breakfast was made with love and was very good
Host:
steven and celeste were very sweet and gracious hosts
we enjoyed getting to meet the very friendly hosts
our breakfast was delicious and came with some wonderful conversation with our very knowledgeable and friendly hosts
proximity to choate and friendliness of the owners
Location:
great location for visit choate
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9. Modern room in downtown area

Inspired by the mid-century modern, this sophisticated, chic apartment is bound to blow you away the minute you step in. Think wine-coloured, sleek furniture and a wooden island kitchen table, tasteful décor and sunny windows that give the house its a warm ambience throughout the day. Guests are offered free continental breakfast, as well as a well-equipped kitchen for those who want to cook their own meals. Near the house is Lake Compounds amusement park, theaters, golf courses and more — guests will definitely be spoilt for choice on their holiday. Don’t wait and book now!

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Southington, Connecticut, United States
14.15 km (8.8 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
80 reviews  
Private room in house 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great airbnb experience beautiful room with many amenities including fridge microwave and coffee maker
the room is nice and clean with plenty of free amenities provided
i really appreciated the keurig and water filter he keeps in the room
i appreciated the micro wave keurig and refrigerator in my room and the shampoos etc in the bathroom
i would recommend this room and look forward to being there again
Cleanliness:
space was clean and had everything you need
very comfortable and clean place
the place is clean and stylish
nice clean and really very nice place
it was neat and clean
Host:
james was a wonderful host
james is a great host
james was a great host
mike is a great host
james is a great host
Location:
perfect location for my wedding
location is great walking distance to many restaurants
great location and very spacious
great location best value on abnb by far
southington is a small town but james' place is easily accessible to the heart of it
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10. Luxury house in Connecitcut

This luxurious home is for travelers who want to do Meriden with style. Think high ceilings, crystal chandeliers and grand archways along the corridors — we can bet you’ll feel just like royalty! Guests have full access to a huge, well-furnished kitchen and a beautiful lounge area. The star of the show? A huge bathtub with a view of the outdoor garden — perfect for a hot soak after a long day! We can safely say this is one of the best houses around!

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Cheshire, Connecticut, United States
10.91 km (6.8 mi) from Black Pond State Wildlife Area
5 reviews  
Entire house 0 Beds 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
roberta the host is very nice and tried to communicate and accommodate us
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The city for nature lovers…

The lush greenery and lovely hiking mountains in Meriden will definitely be the highlight of the trip. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience — book from one of these Airbnb vacation rentals today!

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