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Hilltop Express Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Groton with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
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Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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580 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, 06340
  • Place, New London Ferry Dock
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystic Seaport
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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

  • 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

  • 10 sq ft
  • 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

  • New London Ferry Dock - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Mystic Seaport - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min drive - 8.7 miles

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

About this property

Hilltop Express Inn

Motel in Groton with free parking
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: USD 0.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the 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
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

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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 Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Express Inn on Nov 10, 2025 start from $62.99, 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.

What can I see near Hilltop Express Inn?

This motel is located in Groton, close to New London Ferry Dock, Ocean Beach Park, and Mystic Seaport. You'll also find Naval Submarine Base New London and Bluff Point State Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hilltop Express Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

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 hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hilltop Express Inn.

Reviews

Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

6.4

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 407 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

8/10 Good

Dilenny

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with family
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

SK

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to stay here one night. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leticia

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

No frills

Room was spacious and clean. Would defiantly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down, gap in the door even when locked. Person above us stomped around and dropped things on the floor until 4am. Breakfast was just coffee. Beds had plastic shee mattress barrier, pillows sucked, and bed was old.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
it was okay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

rena

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Reasonable rates. Clean. Only issue was the plastic covers on the mattress made it hot and noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Josh

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

julianna

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Devika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very simple and minimalistic! Clean! One of our three rooms smelt like cigarettes but customer services was very accommodating and problem solved quickly without complaint.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the plastic covers in the bed. Felt like I was in a hospital bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Manoj

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property in this price range. Very convenient if you are around Mystic. Host were very exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

edrick

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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