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The Watershed

3.5 star property
Riverside relaxation awaits with a cozy outdoor entertainment area, while the local charm of the area unfolds with guidance from the hotel's helpful staff

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The Watershed (formerly Hotel Zero Degrees) sits alongside the river, creating a welcoming retreat with its rooftop terrace. Guests can warm up by the lobby fireplace, connect with complimentary in-room WiFi, and take advantage of express check-out and concierge assistance.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan

Room options

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Cranbury, a neighbourhood in Norwalk, The Watershed is in a shopping district and on a river. Lockwood Mathews Mansion Museum and Lockwood-Mathews Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stepping Stones Museum for Children and Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa. Norwalk Maritime Aquarium and Chelsea Piers are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
353 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT, 06851

What's nearby

  • The Curb Dog Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Caldor Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Center Seven Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gateway Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yale University - 41 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • South Norwalk Station - 9 min drive
  • White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aromas Peruvian Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EVEN Hotel Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Italia Pizzeria Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Watershed

Remodelled hotel, renovated in 2024 and located in Cranbury
A corner/local shop, a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Watershed. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, a TV in reception and coworking spaces
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Mini fridges, on-request microwaves and premium channels

Similar properties

Standard Room
EVEN Hotel Norwalk by IHG
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,056 reviews
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
EVEN Hotel Norwalk by IHG

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,200 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (130 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2013
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision
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

Is The Watershed pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Watershed?

As of 14 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Watershed on 17 Jan 2026 start from AU$295.72, including 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.

How much is parking at The Watershed?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Watershed?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Watershed?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Watershed located?

Located in Cranbury, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Center Seven Shopping Center, Caldor Shopping Center and Gateway Shopping Center. Silvermine Arts Center and Lockwood Mathews Mansion Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

The Watershed Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 662 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was great and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the the entire experience. Room was fabulous as well as the staff..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an amazing stay, this is my 5th time here and my family and I are never disappointed. The staff are awesome and accommodating and the hotel is always clean and smells great!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful!! Very comfortable and clean. The staff is very pleasant. The restaurant next door is also a huge plus. Highly recommended will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor, very quiet during my stay:)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cute place! “Continental breakfast” was very lame but otherwise enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

regine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Teeeific spot, clean, great vibe, yummy food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A terrific experience -- lovely aesthetic, friendly service, elegant amenities, and a great deal as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Beautiful Place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable & clean option & very easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless! Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mahasin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly & helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noisy in the hallways with loud disrespect guests .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great looking place at a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Amenities
I am a repeat customer. This hotel is fabulous every time I stay here. Friendly, accommodating staff, very clean and comfortable. Great restaurants close to hotel also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Exceptional onsite Italian restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025