
The Spa at Norwich Inn
Best for travelers who want an on-site destination spa, adult-oriented pool/relaxation areas, and a historic New England setting near casinos and golf.
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The Spa at Norwich Inn is a 1929 Georgian Colonial spa resort on 42 acres that suits travelers looking for a classic New England wellness stay and easy access to Mohegan Sun. Graduate (Storrs) is a 4-star, design-forward lifestyle hotel serving the University of Connecticut market — read this if you want a campus-focused, contemporary option near UConn events.
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Best for travelers who want an on-site destination spa, adult-oriented pool/relaxation areas, and a historic New England setting near casinos and golf.

Best for visitors to UConn, alumni, parents, or conference attendees who want a modern, campus-adjacent hotel with meeting rooms and a casual bar/restaurant.
When The Spa at Norwich Inn wins: choose Norwich Inn if your priority is an on-site full-service spa, adult-only pool access, spa packages and a historic manor setting for a quieter, wellness-focused stay.
When Graduate wins: pick Graduate (Storrs) if you need to be close to the University of Connecticut, want a large, contemporary hotel with more meeting rooms and 24-hour fitness access, or prefer a lively campus atmosphere.
Bottom line: Norwich Inn is a classic spa-and-weddings property for relaxation and spa-centric breaks; Graduate is a higher-profile, design-driven option for UConn visits, events, and straightforward modern hotel amenities.
| Category | The Spa at Norwich Inn | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic Georgian spa resort, wellness-focused and traditional | Design-forward, campus-oriented lifestyle hotel |
| Location | Norwich, southeastern Connecticut; shuttle to Mohegan Sun and near Norwich Public Golf Course | Storrs, Connecticut; within walking distance of the University of Connecticut |
| Size / rooms | Not published | 100 air-conditioned guestrooms |
| Ages / access | All-ages property; spa facilities limit access to guests 14+ (some treatments 21+); main guest must be 21 to check in | All-ages property; check-in minimum age 21 (per supplier policies) |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool (listed as adult-only) and spa water facilities; outdoor options noted in some listings | No pool listed in supplier facts |
| Restaurants & bars | Kensington's Restaurant (breakfast/lunch/dinner/brunch), Ascot's Pub (casual pub, events), Spa Juice Bar, seasonal Terrace Bar | One on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge (to-go breakfast available for a fee) |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service on-site spa (many treatment rooms, sauna/steam/hot tub/relaxation room, fitness classes, packages) | Not published |
| Meeting & events | Multiple ballrooms and event rooms (largest ~2,556 sq ft), wedding and meeting packages | Four meeting rooms and a ballroom; positioned for university events and conferences |
| Transport & parking | Free self parking and valet; complimentary shuttle to Mohegan Sun; no airport transfers | Secured self parking (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), 24-hour front desk |
| Pet policy | Pets not accepted in guest rooms | Pets allowed in specific rooms only (fee applies; service animals exempt) |
The Spa at Norwich Inn sits on 42 landscaped acres in southeastern Connecticut, adjacent to a municipal golf course and a short drive from Mohegan Sun.
Choose Norwich Inn for a countryside spa setting with easy casino access and regional sightseeing drives.
Graduate Storrs is located within walking distance of the University of Connecticut and campus venues like Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.
Pick Graduate if proximity to UConn or campus events is your main priority.
The Spa at Norwich Inn offers a range of rooms and villa-style accommodations, some with galley kitchens and fireplaces.
Norwich Inn suits guests who want larger, suite- or villa-style options and a traditional inn layout.
Graduate provides contemporary guestrooms with pillowtop beds and standard hotel room formats, including multiple accessible options.
Graduate is a straightforward modern hotel choice with many accessible room types and consistent amenities.
Dining at The Spa at Norwich Inn centers on Kensington's Restaurant and the casual Ascot's Pub, plus a Spa Juice Bar.
Norwich Inn offers more varied on-site dining modes — formal restaurant, pub events and spa snacks.
Graduate has an on-site restaurant and bar/lounge suitable for quick meals or post-event drinks.
Graduate covers essentials for meals and drinks, focused on convenience for campus visitors and meeting guests.
The Spa at Norwich Inn includes spa water facilities and an indoor heated pool designated adult-only in many listings.
If an adult-oriented pool and full spa-water facilities matter, Norwich Inn is the clear choice.
Graduate's supplier listing highlights on-site fitness facilities but does not list a pool.
Graduate focuses on fitness and event spaces rather than an on-site pool.
Wellness is central at The Spa at Norwich Inn, with many treatment rooms, classes and spa packages for overnight guests.
Norwich Inn is a wellness-first property with modest, traditional evening programming.
Graduate provides a livelier, campus-adjacent atmosphere with meeting rooms, a bar/lounge and event-ready spaces.
Graduate is better for event-driven stays, campus nightlife and contemporary socializing.

The Spa at Norwich Inn — full-service spa, adult-only pool listings, spa packages and many treatment rooms.

Graduate Storrs — steps from the University of Connecticut and campus venues, designed for alumni/parent visits and events.

The Spa at Norwich Inn — historic 1929 Georgian manor with ballroom spaces and landscaped grounds for ceremonies.

Graduate Storrs — multiple meeting rooms, ballroom, 24-hour fitness and straightforward modern amenities for groups.
The Spa at Norwich Inn — it centers on on-site spa facilities, spa packages, adult-only pool listings and relaxation spaces.
Graduate Storrs — it's within walking distance of UConn campus venues like Harry A. Gampel Pavilion and Jorgensen Center.
Both welcome overnight guests of all ages, but The Spa at Norwich Inn restricts spa-area access (guests under 14 are not permitted; some treatments require guests to be 21+).
The supplier listing for Graduate (Storrs) does not publish an on-site spa; The Spa at Norwich Inn is the spa-focused property.
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