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Hilltop Express Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Groton

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Near New London Ferry Dock, Hilltop Express Inn offers a comfortable stay with in-room WiFi. Unwind in the lobby by the TV and take advantage of easy self parking.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (4)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self parking
$57 nightly
The total price is $66
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 10 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
580 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, 06340

What's nearby

  • Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fort Griswold State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 10 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 2 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 23 min drive
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 131 min drive
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 156 min drive
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 19.9 miles/32 km
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 28.1 miles/45.2 km
  • New London Union Station - 8 min drive
  • Mystic Station - 16 min drive
  • Westerly Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hilltop Express Inn

When you stay at Hilltop Express Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen island

More

  • Weekly housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: USD 0.00 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Howard Johnson Groton
Howard Johnson Inn Groton
Hilltop Express Inn Groton
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilltop Express Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hilltop Express Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hilltop Express Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hilltop Express Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilltop Express Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Mohegan Sun Casino (19-min drive) and Foxwoods Resort Casino (23-min drive) are both nearby.

What's the area around Hilltop Express Inn like?

Hilltop Express Inn is a short 2-minute drive from New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) and 16 minutes' walk from Fort Griswold State Park.

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Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.4

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Very good room for the price and for a quick overnight stay. I stayed here with my family and all was fine.
Alisha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay was nice, clean rooms, clean bathroom. The gentleman at the desk was very accommodating and kind.
Sonya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not bad for the price

The rooms are a decent size. I had 2 Queen beds. There was a full sized refrigerator and a microwave in the room. There is free coffee in the lobby from 7-10am.
Lynn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very nice, prices are good, rooms are clean and nice
Nikky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice place to stay for the night front staff was very nice
Maribel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owners are very nice, prices are good, rooms are renovated and clean 5 stars
Nikky, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place next door, I think it’s called Sneeker’s Cafe. Great food.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great and clean spot for the money and excellent service every time.
Nikky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is annexcellent value for the price. We highly recommend for a family or even just couples. Closes to shopping, food, and 15 minutes to Mohegan Sun.
matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded expectations for the price

Great deal for a Saturday night. GF and I went to a show at Foxwoods and stayed here. The room was very clean and the window view was very pleasant while laying in bed. Microwave and fridge were awesome. My only complaint is that the bed was not that comfortable but we would stay here again given the affordable price.
Job, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room for the value. Full size fridge, microwave and a nice bathroom and kitchen areas. It is my go to hotel when I have to do anything at Mohegan.Sun or Foxwoods
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We talked to the front desk about our heating unit being a little noisy and they REPLACED THE ENTIRE THING in 20 mins. Wonderful service and very nice. The place was very clean with updates, especially for the price
Courtney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I only stayed for one night, but was pleasantly surprised at the spacious room, (I stayed in the king room) and for an affordable option, o sleep well and has everything you would need, including a full size fridge. It had a nice tv also. The reviews didn’t steer me wrong.
Lori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is very clean. The staff was friendly and made me feel right at home.
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a good nights rest brand new big comfortable, clean bed, brand new bathroom tub, and shower refrigerator freezer microwave air conditioning definitely will stay here again. The staff was very friendly and nice and welcoming.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean affordable simple room!

The room was clean and smelled clean. The fridge was very clean and full sized! Basic clean room
Jordyn Amir, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was surprisingly new inside for the price. Very clean. Could hear people walking upstairs but that is to be expected with most hotels.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was very nice, they let me know after 11pm there was no staff on duty and that the keys would unlock the front door after 11pm. The room was clean, modern, and comfortable. It had a FULL size fridge, microwave, and modern Quartz sink counters. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, safe place to stay. The price was very reasonable under $90 WITH taxes included. Affordable and Clean will have our family coming back next time.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean! Staffs are very courteous and friendly! Way to go !!
Malick, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent Stay

Good experience. Actually better than I expected. Clean, comfortable, and neat. The fridge was a slim 5 foot one with a freezer and a decent size microwave. Those 2 things are a bonus and both in immaculate condition. The sheets were clean and the bed was made up nice. Bathroom was also clean. I would definitely recommend. The only thing I didn’t like about the room was that the ‘bathroom sink’ is placed outside of the bathroom close to the microwave and counter which was weird to me.
Sammy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very friendly and professional. Rooms are very clean and fairly operational. Limited hours for staff.
James, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

While the bathroom and the sheets were clean, the blanket and pillows were stained. I did appreciate that the nonsmoking room was not smoky, and all the staff members were very friendly.
Teresa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great spot just far enough away!

Wonderful conveniently located hotel! It was a random choice and served its purpose. The only problem we ran into was no hot water for the second person’s shower. Also, could hear surrounding neighbors.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property seems to be recently renovated and was done well. The fridge was bigger than expected and having a microwave was a plus. Beds were comfortable and the room was clean. Not much TV options if that interest you. Occasionally, heard the people upstairs walking or moving around but not too badly. Staff was nice.
Shania, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The clerk was new si it to about 30 minutes for her to check us in. The place is being renovated so dust was everywhere. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. The heat was great and the shower was on point. We just needed a place to rest our head.
beverly a, 1-night trip