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Gold Star Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Groton guestrooms with free WiFi

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Whirlpool) | Jetted tub
Extra beds
40-inch TV with satellite channels
Property entrance
Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Whirlpool) | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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605 Gold Star Highway, Groton, CT, 06340
  • Place, Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Submarine Base New London
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, United States Coast Guard Academy
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Extra beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Extra beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Extra beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Extra beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Whirlpool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Extra beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking (Whirlpool)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Whirlpool) | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Whirlpool)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Groton

In Groton .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Groton hotel, you'll find Naval Submarine Base New London and The Submarine Force Library and Museum. Also, USS Nautilus Memorial is within 3 miles (5 km) and Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Naval Submarine Base New London - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • United States Coast Guard Academy - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Connecticut College - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • New London Ferry Dock - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 10 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Gold Star Inn & Suites

Groton guestrooms with free WiFi
As a guest of Gold Star Inn & Suites, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Groton hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gold Star Inn & Suites offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Groton hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Groton
Econo Lodge Inn Groton
Gold Star Inn Groton
Gold Star Inn & Suites Hotel
Gold Star Inn & Suites Groton
Gold Star Inn & Suites Hotel Groton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gold Star Inn & Suites to the airport?

Gold Star Inn & Suites is 3.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gold Star Inn & Suites?

As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gold Star Inn & Suites on Feb 9, 2026 start from $62.49, 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.

Does Gold Star Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gold Star Inn & Suites.

How close is Gold Star Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 5.4 mi (9-min drive) from Eastern Point Beach and 5.9 mi (11-min drive) from Esker Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gold Star Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Gold Star Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gold Star Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mohegan Sun Casino (18-min drive) and Foxwoods Resort Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Gold Star Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gold Star Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gold Star Inn & Suites have a pool?

Gold Star Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Gold Star Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gold Star Inn & Suites to downtown Groton?

Gold Star Inn & Suites is 2.3 mi away from Groton.

Gold Star Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 132 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff was very polite and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Bonnie

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, bed comfortable. However no amenities. Even vending machine was sold out of water. Direct TV signal very poor, kept freezing. Mostly clean except for mildew on bathroom shower curtain. Old , not well maintained, peeling paint, frayed rugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert, Califon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Clinton

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

Poor man's Hotel. Not for tourists.

It smelled of cigarette smoke like the rug hasn't been changed in 50 years. For a so-called suite, NO coffee pot, no hair blower it was as basic towards a flophouse as one can find. Reminds me of the old days when it was probably made for young Navy Families transferring to Groton Sub Base. Only good thing was it was quiet. If you are transferring hee it is about 1 mile from Capehart Housing where I lived in 1962.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

LENVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Decent place with plenty of space, but no coffee available, workers weren't very friendly, and the place needs a good deal of work. It's worth the money and clean enough, but needs a paint job and some renewal. Definitely could offer up some coffee, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Raven

Disliked: Cleanliness
A lot of damage to the room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean room, a suite so much space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

stephan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a bit run down, repair unfinished, not cleaned very well, strong scent of incense.. walls are not sound proofed at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The walls are in need of a complete overhaul.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cody

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms can definitely use some tlc
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Siera

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely dirty room, hair on the pillows and stains in the bedsheets. Sink was not wiped down at all. Carpet was not vacuumed. Didnt stay for more than an hour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t put things online that we reserved for and then we go to our room and it looks horrible. I would not be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a favorite

Room was clean of clutter but had unpleasant smell. We asked for nonsmoking & all you could smell was cigarette & mj smoke. The room had 2 fridges? 1 didn’t work I did. Lights worked randomly. Paint on the door & walls looked like it was covering up stains not a normal paint job. Door handles & light switched were dirty appearing. Ceiling had a hole from a water leak, bathroom sink was broken/cracked & glued back together. When we turned the bed sheets down there was a long black hair on the pillow. Staff when they appeared at front counter were pleasant but not any effort at all to interact or ask if anyone had any needs or concerns. A/C worked great! Nice & cool but woke up very stuffy & congested. ? Mold.
Ceiling upon entrance of room
Bathroom sink
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

cummings

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Loud
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stay here!. It’s an interesting experience. Nice and quiet, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We got a suite and the price was great! That being said, whomever cleans the rooms needs to pick up the very visible qtips, loose wiring bundle and trash from behind the bureau. Whomever paints/repairs the room should know to not paint over fixtures, especially brass kick plates. The staff was semi cordial but not overly friendly. A smile might be nice. I wouldn’t dare try the hot tub as I felt we might fall through the floor and spend the night with the guests below us. That’s my honest review. All else aside I’m not super picky and we actually had a great stay! For the money I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Robin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very unkept. The room had punch holes in the doors & walls. The rooms were extremely dated & didn’t feel clean. The tub floor was all scratched up & black. The towels dingy & thin. No coffee anywhere in the hotel. Also smelled like smoke throughout
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was terrible. Bugs on the ceiling, cracks in bathroom sink, filthy tub and counter coming away from the wall. I would never recommend this place or stay there again. I’m a travel agent and will certainly not recommend that place to anyone of my clients.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025