West River
New Haven
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Popular places to visit
Yale University
Walk around the campus of Yale University, a top university in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
New Haven Green
After visiting New Haven Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.
Wooster Square
Find out about the history of New Haven when you take a trip to Wooster Square. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Peabody Museum of Natural History
You can browse the exhibits at Peabody Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Haven. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Hospital of Saint Raphael
If Hospital of Saint Raphael is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New Haven.
Grave of Sarah Winchester
Enjoy a stop at Grave of Sarah Winchester, a landmark worth seeing in New Haven.
Things to do
New Haven - It Zip It Adventure Indoor Ropes Course
Private Historic Yale Smart Phone Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in West River
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
Lovely
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
New Haven Hotel
Great staff, no hot water in floor 2 had to move.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Love the staff very nice and attentive. Very clean nice bar!!! Close to everything, I’ll definitely will stay there again!!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Motel 6 Milford, CT
My room was immaculate and the staff were very kind and easy to work with check-in was a breeze. It’s a good location near to stores and restaurants. It was very affordable. The shower pressure was great. Everything was great. The beds were comfortable. Sheets white and fresh. As a student, this ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
The room was in great shape but there was an odor (not too bad). The night staff, at check in, was very polite and welcoming! The breakfast was good! Overall, money well spent!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven
Clean
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West River
Dwight
When in Dwight, you can plan a visit to Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and Shubert Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Hill
When in The Hill, you can plan a visit to Shubert Theater and New Haven City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dixwell
While there might not be top attractions in Dixwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and Woolsey Hall.
Downtown New Haven
If you're spending some time in Downtown New Haven, Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University and New Haven City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Beaver Hills
Beaver Hills might not have many top sights, but Yale Bowl and Sterling Memorial Library at Yale University are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
City Point
While City Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shubert Theater and New Haven City Hall.
