Gold Star Inn & Suites

605 Gold Star Hwy, Groton, CT 06340, Groton, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.0 / 5

Overview

Gold Star Inn & Suites is a 2-star hotel in Groton, Connecticut, located on Gold Star Highway. It holds a public rating of 3/5 based on 260 reviews, positioning it as a budget-leaning option for travelers prioritizing location and basic lodging over extensive facilities.

Rooms & stay experience

Guest feedback commonly characterizes rooms as small and somewhat dated, with a cozy feel reported by some. Cleanliness and a quiet environment are recurring positives, while concerns are also raised about value for the price and lower-quality linens.

Location & nearby attractions

The hotel sits close to Groton’s naval and local-history sights, including Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park (about 3.4 km) and the Submarine Force Library & Museum / USS Nautilus area (about 3.6–3.7 km). It’s also within reach of outdoor areas like Bluff Point State Park (about 4.4 km) and Ocean Beach Park (about 8.3 km). Popular Mystic attractions such as Mystic Seaport Museum (about 7.2 km), Mystic Museum of Art (about 6.8 km), and Mystic Aquarium (about 8.0 km) are a short drive away, and the casino destinations Foxwoods Resort Casino (about 13.4 km) and Mohegan Sun (about 13.7 km) are also nearby.

Best for

This property is best suited to budget-minded travelers who want a simple base in Groton with quick access to the USS Nautilus / Submarine Force Library & Museum area and nearby parks and museums. It may also appeal to guests who value a quieter stay and polite, professional service more than updated interiors or premium room finishes.

Travel tips

If you’re visiting Groton’s naval attractions, plan on a short drive to the Submarine Force Library & Museum and USS Nautilus (roughly 3.6–3.7 km away). Mystic’s major attractions—Mystic Seaport Museum and Mystic Aquarium—are also close enough for easy day trips (about 7–8 km). For nature breaks between sightseeing, Bluff Point State Park is one of the closest outdoor options (about 4.4 km).

What guests say

Reviews frequently note friendly, polite, and professional staff. Guests often describe the atmosphere as cozy, with cleanliness and a quiet setting mentioned as strengths. On the other hand, multiple comments point to rooms feeling small and dated. Value is a recurring concern, with some guests feeling prices don’t match room condition and materials such as linens.

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