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Hilltop Express Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A long, narrow hallway with patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.
A reception area with a reception desk, a clock on the wall, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.
A two-story building with a sign for Hilton Express Inn.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a marble wall.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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580 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, 06340
  • Place, Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Olde Mistick Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Groton

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, Hilltop Express Inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Shennecossett Golf Course. This 47-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Olde Mistick Village - 10 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 10 min drive - 8.4 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
  • ‪Bamboo House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hilltop Express Inn

Hilltop Express Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Is free cancellation available at Hilltop Express Inn?

Hilltop Express Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Express Inn on Sep 30, 2026 start from $88, 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.

What can I see near Hilltop Express Inn?

This motel is located in Groton, close to Naval Submarine Base New London, Mystic Downtown Marina, and Olde Mistick Village. You'll also find Eastern Point Beach and Bluff Point State Park within a short drive.

Does Hilltop Express Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Hilltop Express Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Hilltop Express Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hilltop Express Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hilltop Express Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hilltop Express Inn.

Where is the closest airport to Hilltop Express Inn?

The closest major airport to Hilltop Express Inn is New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field), which is located 13.7 mi away (156-minute drive).

Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 464 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. We stayed 9 days in total and felt very confortable and safe. Room, fridge, microwave, and sheets were clean. Room interior also looks nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
Old motel that owners attempted to renovate. Work was minimal to provide beds and a toilet. Beds seemed to have mattresses covered in plastic wrap, which my wife disliked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room, perfect for contractor( shipyard), very chill staff, would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean quite and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean room, full size fridge, slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great management and the staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not a luxury hotel but if you want a clean room and a good bed, the Hilltop express is a great choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
need to ask for room to be clean sometimes
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, it's a very good option
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Could not stay there due to age requirements
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean safe and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet clean and nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
better than the $700 hotels in Canada
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, very clean, large windows, half-kitchenette with large fridge, reliable WiFi, morning coffee, relatively quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and perfect for the money and just a one night stop!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for a one night stop
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room as advertised and as per pictures, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025