Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
Olde Mistick Village - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
Mystic Seaport - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 2 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 23 min drive
Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 131 min drive
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 156 min drive
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 19.9 miles/32 km
East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 28.1 miles/45.2 km
New London Union Station - 8 min drive
Mystic Station - 16 min drive
Westerly Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 16 min walk
Wendy's - 17 min walk
Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 3 min drive
About this property
Hilltop Express Inn
Hilltop Express Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
47 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen island
More
Weekly housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: USD 2.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Howard Johnson Groton
Howard Johnson Inn Groton
Hilltop Express Inn Groton
Hilltop Express Inn
Hilltop Express Groton
Hilltop Express
Hilltop Express Inn Motel
Hilltop Express Inn Groton
Hilltop Express Inn Motel Groton
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilltop Express Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilltop Express Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hilltop Express Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hilltop Express Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilltop Express Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hilltop Express Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Mohegan Sun Casino (19-min drive) and Foxwoods Resort Casino (23-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hilltop Express Inn like?
Hilltop Express Inn is a short 2-minute drive from New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) and 16 minutes' walk from Fort Griswold State Park.
Hilltop Express Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.0
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
6.6/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
November 18, 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 17, 2024
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 27, 2024
It was surprisingly new inside for the price. Very clean. Could hear people walking upstairs but that is to be expected with most hotels.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 10, 2024
Clean affordable simple room!
The room was clean and smelled clean. The fridge was very clean and full sized! Basic clean room
Jordyn Amir
Jordyn Amir, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
October 6, 2024
Semi decent no frills hotel
It was an ok stay but they were very stingy with the towels. The towels were perfect for a baby but not for adults. Other than that it was ok for the price
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 30, 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
August 18, 2024
Clean, decent size room but very basic, there wasn't even shampoo in the room. Externally looked very sketchy. Super thin walls/floors, could hear everyone else walking around in other rooms. Served the purpose for one night but wouldn't stay there again.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
August 13, 2024
Staff and room was good the hotel was hardly book and yet guests were put in the room next door that were loud and rowdy all night that between the guests next door the plastic mattress cover and uncomfortable bed did not make for a good stay. Since the front desk staff left at 11 there was no one to report the guests next door to
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
August 11, 2024
Pretty basic. No room ventilation. Not much room service. But everything was well set up and worked great.
Philip
Philip, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 7, 2024
Good
jomel
jomel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
August 3, 2024
My ac unit went out and I was staying for 2 weeks. They didn’t give us a fan or change our rooms when they said they would. They wouldn’t even compensate us for the HELL we were staying in. Mind you we’re homeless so we had to stay there.
Madison
Madison, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 29, 2024
It was a good place to sleep. There were no shampoos, or anything in the room. Just a bar of soap. The hall smelled like weed but the room didn't. If you are just looking for a cheap place to lay your head. This is it.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 28, 2024
Not the worst
It was comfortable enough for the price. Beds had waterproof mattress pads which is good however turning over and moving sounded like I was sleeping on a bread bag. There was a table but no chairs. It seemed freshly painted and newly remodeled but there was an odor throughout the hotel. There was a coffee station in the morning from 7-10 in the lobby but no fresh creamer (only powder packets) and no food. Not even a vending machine. You get what you pay for. We were only looking for a place to sleep after a day of exploring mystic and shopping. The staff was very nice.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
July 25, 2024
Staff is very nice, prices are good, rooms are clean and nice
Nikky
Nikky, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 22, 2024
Owners are very nice, prices are good, rooms are renovated and clean 5 stars
Nikky
Nikky, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 22, 2024
Allison
Allison, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
July 20, 2024
Couldn’t check in
Alexis
Alexis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 15, 2024
Only needs to option for te or coffee
Raquel
Raquel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 11, 2024
louise
louise, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 10, 2024
Jamaika
Jamaika, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 8, 2024
Malick
Malick, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
July 8, 2024
Very clean! Staffs are very courteous and friendly! Way to go !!
Malick
Malick, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
July 8, 2024
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.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
July 8, 2024
Clean, Good Price, Good amenities
Totally surprised about the cleanliness and amenities of this location, at first sight it doesn't look like much but I've enjoyed multiple stays here. The pricing is great as well
Rayshawn
Rayshawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
July 6, 2024
It was a nice place to stay for the night front staff was very nice