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The Watershed

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Cranbury

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Reception
Check-in/check-out kiosk
A building with a sign reading "the Watershed" supported by wooden structures.
Lobby sitting area
Sundeck

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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353 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT, 06851
  • Place, The Curb Dog Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Caldor Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Center Seven Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Superior King)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Superior King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Classic Queen)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Classic Queen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View (Deluxe Double Double ADA Compliant)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View (Deluxe Double Double ADA Compliant)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, River View (Studio King ADA Compliant)

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, River View (Studio King ADA Compliant)

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Studio King)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Studio King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Superior King ADA Compliant)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Superior King ADA Compliant)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe Double Double)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe Double Double)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Norwalk

Walk to the beach.Your stay at this Cranbury hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Gateway Shopping Center and Silvermine Arts Center. Norwalk Hospital and Stepping Stones Museum for Children are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Curb Dog Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Caldor Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Center Seven Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Compo Beach - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater - 25 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • South Norwalk Station - 9 min drive
  • Westchester County Airport (HPN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aromas Peruvian Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Watershed

3.5-star hotel in Cranbury
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center, 3 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1200 square feet (111 square meters) and includes a conference center. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Watershed. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Watershed was completed in April 2024.

This 3.5-star Norwalk hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1200 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Watershed offers 96 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (51 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Zero

Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk

Hotel Zero Norwalk

Norwalk Hotel Zero

Zero Degrees Hotel Norwalk

Zero Degrees Norwalk

Zero Hotel

Zero Hotel Norwalk

The Watershed Hotel

The Watershed Norwalk

Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk

The Watershed Hotel Norwalk

The Watershed Formerly Hotel Zero Degrees

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Watershed to the airport?

The Watershed is 17.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Westchester County Airport (HPN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Watershed?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Watershed on May 31, 2026 start from CA $219, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Watershed have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Watershed.

How close is The Watershed to the beach?

This hotel is 3.4 mi (12-min drive) from Old Mill Beach and 6.1 mi (15-min drive) from Calf Pasture Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Watershed offer free breakfast?

The Watershed does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Watershed?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Watershed?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at The Watershed?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Watershed have a pool?

The Watershed does not have a pool.

Does The Watershed have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Watershed have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Watershed to downtown Norwalk?

The Watershed is 1.8 mi away from Norwalk.

The Watershed Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 722 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in the area. Great staff. Great service Clean rooms So aesthetically pleasing Great restaurant and coffee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Es el mejor lugar para quedarse
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harlan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ralik

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Andre

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so clean and the staff was so kind. I would for sure come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Leyla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud noises and tv at 2 am
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good more breakfast options would be nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyreice

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at this hotel exceeded expectations. The customer service was exceptional — attentive without being intrusive. The room was clean, modern, and very comfortable. Housekeeping did a great job, and the amenities were well worth it. The location was convenient and close to everything I needed. Overall, it was a seamless experience, and I look forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stefano, New Canaan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ethel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Rooms are spacious and updated. The staff are absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend. The bed was comfy and the bathroom was updated and spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice but poorly lit. For instance, the desk area had no lighting above or near it, made it almost impossible to work there. The staff were pleasant, but maybe not the most professional that I've experienced. That means that many times they were gathered at the reception area (reception staff, cleaning staff etc) laughing and joking with each other. That's ok, but maybe in the staff area, not in reception! Also, we noticed somebody who appeared to work, or help at the hotel ask about providing grooming services for our dog, again, not overly professional. Finally, it was snowing heavily and yet no snow had been cleared. Even at the entrance to the busy main road where modest shoveling would have helped a lot. We have an AWD SUV and got stuck by one exit and had to get it out of that situation to try the entrance, as an exit. Not ideal and I thought for what the hotel costs these points should be addressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Deceiving from the outside. Very nice hotel. Rooms were spacious. Very clean hotel. Staff was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was a bit worried as I pulled up to this hotel situated on a main road. Once you enter this beautifully decorated hotel, you know that your stay is going to be great! The room was so clean and comfortable, and the bathroom was just as lovely. The front desk staff is so friendly, and the sitting room is so peaceful and has a terrific vibe. Just be in the know that one side of the hotel, although it has a lovely river view, it also faces a railroad track, so if you aren’t one who can handle the noise associated with a train passing by, you will want to ask to be in a room that faces the main road. If I ever have a need to come back to this area, I will absolutely look to book another stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiuyang

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Avonelle, White Plains

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025