Hartford Bed and Breakfasts

Bed and breakfasts located in Hartford, the capital city of Connecticut

The city of Hartford may be best known as the hometown of Mark Twain. In fact, the Mark Twain House, where much of Twain's best-known work was written, is one of Hartford's most popular stops for visitors.

About.com's Hartford site is home to any number of valuable resources for those considering a visit to the capital of Connecticut. Guide Kim Knox Beckius' resources include:

• Dining
• Events Calendars
• Travel and Tourism

Of course, Hartford is always more enjoyable when you spend your nights in a nearby New England bed and breakfast.

Butternut Farm
Glastonbury, Connecticut
A 1720 home with eight fireplaces and pumpkin pine floors. Ten minutes from Hartford.

Simsbury 1820 House
Simsbury, Connecticut
A historic mansion with a restaurant and 32 guest rooms. About 10 miles northwest of Hartford.

Tolland Inn
Tolland, Connecticut
Midway between Hartford and Sturbridge, this inn offers seven guest rooms. Dates back to the 1700s. My husband and I have stayed at this bed and breakfast and I strongly recommend it.