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Hilltop Express Inn

2.5 star property
Convenient and comfortable lodging near the New London Ferry Dock, with easy self-parking that makes coming and going hassle-free for travelers

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Hilltop Express Inn provides a practical base for ferry travelers, with in-room WiFi that keeps guests connected. The lobby offers a comfortable spot to relax with its TV, while the convenient self-parking eliminates transportation worries.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

Located in Groton, Hilltop Express Inn is near the airport. Mystic Seaport and Foxwoods Resort Casino are cultural highlights and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration is a popular area attraction. USS Nautilus Memorial and The Submarine Force Library and Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Groton travel guide
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580 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, 06340

What's nearby

  • I love the Belugas! They are so adorable! ❤️
    Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
    9 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Mystic Seaport is a step back into time! #Connecticut
    Mystic Seaport
    10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fort Griswold State Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Wendy's
    17 min walk
  • Starbucks
    16 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    20 min walk

About this property

Hilltop Express Inn

Motel near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
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. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 40-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and kitchen islands

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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

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

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 provided

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 0.00 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 Jan 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Express Inn on Jan 27, 2026 start from $56.99, 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?

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 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Fort Griswold State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shennecossett Golf Course and Bluff Point State Park. Garde Arts Center and Nathan Hale Schoolhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

6.4

6.8

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 419 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 419 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 419 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 419 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 85 out of 419 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. HUGE refrigerator. I was expecting a mini. TV not working first day but management fixed it right away. The area is very quiet. Pizzeria and burger spot directly next door. Traveled alone for some quiet/me time. Would come back again. JR
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was quite clean and close to the highway. Everything seemed dated to 10-15 years old but it was clean and well maintained. I’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good room for the price and for a quick overnight stay. I stayed here with my family and all was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was nice, clean rooms, clean bathroom. The gentleman at the desk was very accommodating and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice, prices are good, rooms are clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the night front staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners are very nice, prices are good, rooms are renovated and clean 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean spot for the money and excellent service every time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place next door, I think it’s called Sneeker’s Cafe. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is very clean. The staff was friendly and made me feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Job

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean affordable simple room!

The room was clean and smelled clean. The fridge was very clean and full sized! Basic clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was surprisingly new inside for the price. Very clean. Could hear people walking upstairs but that is to be expected with most hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Staffs are very courteous and friendly! Way to go !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sammy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024