Advance Motel

124 New Britain Ave, Plainville, CT 06062, Plainville, United States

Guest rating: 3.1 / 5

Overview

Advance Motel is a small motel-style property in Plainville, Connecticut, located at 124 New Britain Ave. Its public rating is 3.1/5 based on 92 reviews, placing it in the budget, practical-stay category based on guest feedback and limited documented features. Star class and on-site amenity details are not documented.

Rooms

Specific in-room features are not documented, but guest feedback suggests rooms are straightforward with limited extras. Reviews are mixed: some guests describe a generally acceptable basic stay, while others report concerns such as odor even in non-smoking rooms.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The motel sits within driving distance of a dense cluster of museums, parks, and family attractions. Nearby points of interest include the New Britain Museum of American Art (about 5.1 km), Hill-Stead Museum (about 5.7 km), and Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park (about 7.1 km), including Boulder Dash (about 7.3 km). Hartford-area attractions such as The Mark Twain House & Museum (about 16.0 km), Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (about 17.7 km), Connecticut State Capitol (about 17.1 km), and the Connecticut Science Center (about 18.0 km) are also accessible by car.

Best for

Advance Motel best fits travelers who primarily need a basic place to sleep in the Plainville area and plan to spend their time off-site. It can also suit visitors building an itinerary around nearby attractions like Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park and New Britain-area museums, with an emphasis on location rather than on-property amenities.

Travel tips

Plan to arrive with your essentials, as amenities are not documented and guest feedback suggests the focus is on a no-frills stay. If you’re visiting for activities, Lake Compounce (about 7.1 km) and the New Britain Museum of American Art (about 5.1 km) are among the closest major draws, while Hartford museums and civic sights are roughly 16–18 km away. Because reviews mention mixed room impressions, consider checking room conditions at check-in if you have sensitivities to odors.

What guests say

Guest feedback is mixed, reflected in the 3.1/5 public rating from 92 reviews. On the positive side, reviewers frequently mention friendly, helpful owners/staff and good service. Several comments imply the property has undergone improvements over time, with at least one guest noting a transformation. On the negative side, some guests report issues with room smell (including in non-smoking rooms) and a perception that the property feels “shady,” and multiple reviews suggest limited amenities for the price point.

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