Maple Leaf Motel
"A 2.0-rated budget motel on Route 7 with a riverside setting, hot tub, and pet-friendly rooms; recent stays show improvement."
About The Hotel
The Maple Leaf Motel is a 2-star budget property on Route 7 north of downtown New Milford, rated 2.0 across 36 reviews. The motel lists a hot tub and kitchenettes among its riverside units. A September 2025 guest reported the property has “come a long way” from earlier complaints. However, 2022 reviews documented cigarette burns in sheets, mold smell, stained linens, and unauthorized credit-card charges. Cleanliness ratings remain low at 2.2, and room quality at 1.9. The riverside setting with greenery and river access appeals to some guests, but honest expectations about condition and consistency are essential before booking.
What Guests Are Saying
“No complaints about our stay. Saw kids running around playing outside and going down to the river to fish. Looks like it has come a long way since the bad reviews.” — Peter B, 5 stars
“A very enjoyable stay — we went to the river every day. Manager Heider was very helpful. Peaceful environment and lots of greenery. The shopping center is a bit far but it was OK as we had a car.” — Susana R, 5 stars
“The bathroom towels were thin and badly stained, with cigarette burns in the sheets, a bad smell, holes in the draperies, and spiders. Website says pet-friendly but the front desk had a no-pets sign. We won’t be back even though we already paid.” — Roxanne M, 1 star
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- A riverside setting with greenery and river access noted by 2022 and 2025 guests
- Lists a hot tub and kitchenettes among the units at a budget rate
- Free parking and pet-friendly rooms
- A September 2025 guest felt the property has “come a long way” since the worst reviews
Cons:
- A 2.0 overall rating with 2022 reviews citing cigarette burns, mold smell, and stained linens
- A 2022 guest reported unauthorized repeat credit-card charges
- In-room jacuzzi/whirlpool is suggested by an older guest photo but unconfirmed by unit — verify the exact room and its condition before booking
The Location
On Route 7 (Kent Road) north of the New Milford Green by the Housatonic River, a short drive to downtown and toward Kent Falls. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
New Milford,
New Milford.
Guest reviews
What guests are saying about Maple Leaf Motel.
"We needed a hotel room late last evening due a family emergency. Maple Leaf accommodated us with kindness and without hesitation despite the hour. Upon entry into the room, we discovered it was nicely heated, clean and well organized. A great first impression. Moreover, the bathroom was clean and well stocked. We had a great nights stay. Thank You Maple Leaf. We strongly recommend this hotel."
— Robert Pichette
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