Hilltop Express Inn

Hotels
7.6 (725 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 725 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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Laura • solo_traveller • es
5
Pros:

Price

Cons:

There is no breakfast. Only coffee with powdered milk.
You can hear nearest rooms.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Antoinette • couple • us
7
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • us
5
Cons:

Mattress had cover and made a lot of noise when you moved. Communication was difficult with most of staff, did not speak much English.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Si

Cons:

Si

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Nyaitiyo • family_with_children • us
10
This is an excellent hotel choice!
Pros:

This location was peaceful, quiet, clean and safe! I had a nice room and got my money's worth for the stay. The staff was very responsive and helpful. I have nothing negative report. .

Cons:

Believe it or not I do no dislike anything about the stay.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Si

Cons:

Si

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jami • couple • us
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Stanley • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Low price. Very clean room. Friendly staff. Close parking. Good restaurant 300 feet away. Quiet setting. Good tasting coffee in morning.

Cons:

Noise from other rooms (adjacent and above). Caged-in checkin desk gave initial bad appearance.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
Great. Second time there and will visit again.
Pros:

The location was convenient to the restaurants, Foxwoods and shopping.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Elijah • couple • us
1
Never Again
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

They don’t clean or change there beddings, no cleaning staff and have bedbugs

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Quiet and very clean.

Cons:

No breakfast 😢. But still a very good price?

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • us
6
Clean affordable room for one night
Pros:

Affordable and spacious rooms

Cons:

The outside wasn’t very welcoming and looked questionable

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Velazquez • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee