Hilltop Express Inn

Hotels
7.6 (718 reviews)
580 Poquonnock Road , Groton , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Express check-in/check-out
Fire extinguishers
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable accommodations
Friendly and helpful staff
Convenient location near stores
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness in rooms
Limited food and beverage options
Uncomfortable beds and pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
7.06
Several mentions of cleanliness, but some complaints about hair in the bathtub and cigarette smell.
Service
8.53
Positive remarks about helpful staff and friendly reception.
Location
8.57
Convenient location with proximity to stores and amenities.
Room Quality
7.52
Mixed feedback; some found beds uncomfortable and had issues with flat pillows.
Amenities
7.55
Good amenities like a fridge and microwave, but some limitations noted.
Value for Money
7.51
Generally good value, but complaints about breakfast and lack of services impacted this.
Food and Beverage
6.06
Negative feelings due to limited breakfast options and lack of other dining services.
Overall Experience
8.03
Positive sentiments overall despite some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:28

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Groton, Connecticut, the Hilltop Express Inn offers easy access to Trumbull Golf Course and popular attractions like Mystic Aquarium and Bluff Point State Park.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each guestroom is equipped with modern amenities including free WiFi, cable TV, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Relax in the seating area provided in every room and store your valuables in the safety deposit box.

Business-Friendly Services
Stay productive with fax and photocopy services available on-site, catering to the needs of business travelers.

Experience convenience, comfort, and excellent service at Hilltop Express Inn. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Please note, the breakfast area is currently under renovation. Contact the property for more details.

Please note, the front desk staff is available from 8:00 hours to 22:00 hours. Opening hours are from 7 am to 11 pm.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GON

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 718 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.06
Service: 8.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 7.55
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 6.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • family_with_children • us
8
All around good place to stay
Pros:

AC worked great, staff was friendly, shower stayed hot for ages, prices were great

Cons:

Beds were pretty uncomfortable

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
10
just a nice place to stay
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Si

Cons:

Si

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • family_with_children • us
5
Cons:

the hallways smelled like weed

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Giuseppe Ruggiero • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • family_with_children • us
5
Wouldn't stay again
Pros:

It was comfortable and quiet

Cons:

The guy at the desk during check-in was very unfriendly, and the toilet in my room had old piss stains around the rim. I was disgusted by that!

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
2
Pros:

Me hicieron lo mismo ayer. No me dieron el cuarto después que yo lo pagué

Cons:

Yo pagué el cuarto y tampoco me lo dieron sacaron. Los chavos de mi tarjeta y tampoco los devolvieron

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
1
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Stockford • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • family_with_children • us
6
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Tadarius • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • us
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Annette • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Annette • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
It exceed what we were expecting.
Pros:

The hotel was extremely clean. The room had just about anything you needed. Fridge, microwave extra sink. On a cold night came in to a warm room. Actually had to turn the temp DOWN. THATS UNUSUAL. GREAT PLCE

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Somayeh • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Frank • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Good value

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee