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

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

  • 30 sq m
  • 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 area

Groton

At Hilltop Express Inn you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Shennecossett Golf Course. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and a television in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Groton motel include Naval Submarine Base New London and Mystic Downtown Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Olde Mistick Village - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 10 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 10 min drive - 13.5 km

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 offers its guests a television in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Television in lobby
Hilltop Express Inn offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Groton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift
  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilltop Express Inn?

Hilltop Express Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Express Inn on 1 Nov 2026 start from NZ$140, 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.

Is parking available at Hilltop Express Inn?

Yep, Hilltop Express Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hilltop Express Inn?

The closest beach to Hilltop Express Inn is Eastern Point Beach (2.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, Hilltop Express Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilltop Express Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hilltop Express Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hilltop Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 468 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, amenities
Very clean quite and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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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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, 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, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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, 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, 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, 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
Nice to stay here one night. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025