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Hilltop Express Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Groton with free parking

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Hilltop Express Inn

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave
Combined shower/tub, towels
Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Bathroom

Overview of Hilltop Express Inn

Reviews
5.6

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

580 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, 06340
  • Popular LocationSneekers Cafe1 min walk
  • AirportNew London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)2 min drive
  • Popular LocationEastern Point Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew London Union Station8 min drive
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Room options

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

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

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

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

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About the area

Groton

Located in Groton, Hilltop Express Inn is near the airport. New London Ferry Dock and Mystic Seaport are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. USS Nautilus Memorial and The Submarine Force Library and Museum are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • New London Ferry Dock - 8 min drive
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min drive
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive
  • Mystic Seaport - 11 min drive
  • Ocean Beach Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 8 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 2 min drive
  • Starbucks - 16 min walk
  • Wendy's - 17 min walk
  • Applebee's

About this property

Hilltop Express Inn

Motel near the airport
Near New London Ferry Dock, Hilltop Express Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Hilltop Express Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and kitchen islands.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 40-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and kitchen islands

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Weekly housekeeping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 2.00 per accommodation, per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Express Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilltop Express Inn?

As of Apr 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Express Inn on Apr 25, 2024 start from CA $95.05, 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.

How much is parking at Hilltop Express Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Express Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Express Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilltop Express Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, Shennecossett Golf Course, and Bluff Point State Park. Garde Arts Center and New London Ferry Dock are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 281 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 281 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 281 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 281 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 281 reviews" "

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

beverly a

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Roomy, clean, freshly painted. Comfortable bed, nice size freezer compartment in mini fridge. No cable TV or blow dryer. But good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and professional. Rooms are very clean and fairly operational. Limited hours for staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute disaster- thought it was “Too good to be True” for $70 - You could not pay me $70 a night to stay there - place needs to be leveled
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was seamless. The roim was clean except for mirror. On one bed there was a pillow case missing and the other oullow case was stained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Toska

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unwelcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023