Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG
Exit 32, 120 Laning St I-84, Southington, CT 06489, Southington, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG is a 2-star, standard-format hotel just off I-84 at Exit 32 (120 Laning St, Southington, CT 06489), set in a suburban shopping area. It’s positioned between Hartford (about 16 miles) and Waterbury (about 15 miles), which can suit short stopovers or quick regional trips. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.9 based on 632 reviews.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 4.43 km from Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park, with related rides and points of interest nearby such as Boulder Dash (about 4.59 km), Wildcat (about 4.51 km), and Zoomerang (about 4.53 km). For museums and day trips, nearby options include the New Britain Museum of American Art (about 7.48 km), The Carousel Museum (about 7.19 km), the American Clock & Watch Museum (about 7.89 km), and Hill-Stead Museum (about 10.85 km). Outdoor and seasonal recreation within driving distance includes Mount Southington Ski Area (about 7.11 km), Hubbard Park (about 9.73 km) and Castle Craig (about 8.86 km), plus Dinosaur State Park (about 17.89 km).
Rooms
Traditional rooms and suites include work desks, cable TV, and free WiFi. Some room types add a minifridge and microwave, which can be helpful for longer stays or bringing back leftovers. Room and amenity specifics beyond these features are not documented.
Breakfast & On-site Services
A free hot breakfast buffet is served daily. On-site facilities include a 24-hour gym, a business center, three meeting rooms, and a convenience store. Parking is free, supporting guests arriving by car from I-84.
Best for
This hotel is best for road-trippers and short stays who want a convenient I-84 exit location with free parking and an included hot breakfast. It also suits travelers who expect basics like free WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and quick access to Southington shopping and dining nearby.
Travel tips
Because the property sits immediately off I-84 (Exit 32), driving is the easiest way to get around Southington and to reach nearby attractions like Lake Compounce (about 4.43 km). If you’re planning a weekend stay, some guests note rates can increase on weekends, so it may be worth checking pricing across nearby dates. For museum visits, the New Britain Museum of American Art (about 7.48 km) and The Carousel Museum (about 7.19 km) are straightforward short drives.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the convenient I-84 location and the ease of finding nearby food and shopping. Positive comments often mention friendly staff and smooth check-in, including occasional early check-in experiences. Cleanliness and room condition feedback is mixed: some guests report clean rooms, while others describe rooms as rundown or damp, with lingering odors. A small number of reviews raise concerns about smoke smells in corridors and rooms, and one report mentions a pest sighting and dissatisfaction with how complaints were handled.
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