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The Hartford Club

4.4(212)
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About

The Hartford Club, established in 1873, offers a distinguished setting for business gatherings steeped in history and tradition. Its intimate rooms, including the Mark Twain Lounge with dark wood paneling and amber lighting, provide a refined atmosphere where professionals can connect over quality food, drink, and service.

Located just behind the Travelers Tower, this private club balances old-world charm with modern comfort, featuring a well-stocked cigar lounge and versatile event spaces. The Club welcomes non-members for meetings and events, making it a unique choice for corporate groups seeking a classic, hospitality-driven venue in Hartford.

Best for

  • Executive dinners in historic, leather-paneled lounges
  • Private meetings with classic New England ambiance
  • Client entertainment with premium cigars & cocktails

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Venue Details

Standout features

1903 building on the National Register of Historic Places
Historic Architecture
1903 building on the National Register of Historic Places
Designed by Andrews, Jaques & Rantoul, the clubhouse is intentionally scaled to feel like a home yet signals institutional gravitas. Its historic character is integral to the venue’s identity.
Classic cigar lounge with legal indoor smoking
Mark Twain Lounge
Classic cigar lounge with legal indoor smoking
One of the last Connecticut venues where smoking indoors is allowed under a grandfathered exemption. Features floor-to-ceiling dark wood paneling, leaded diamond-glass windows, and a well-stocked humidor.
Quiet, old-school atmosphere in Hartford’s Prospect Street area
Location & Ambiance
Quiet, old-school atmosphere in Hartford’s Prospect Street area
Tucked behind a white Corinthian portico near the Travelers Tower, the venue offers a historic, comfortable environment with leather club chairs and amber lighting, blending tradition with modern comforts like TVs.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 212 reviews