The Fox Tower at Foxwoods
240 Fox Tower Dr, MASHANTUCKET, CT 06338, MASHANTUCKET, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
The Fox Tower at Foxwoods is a 4-star, contemporary high-rise hotel that forms part of the larger Foxwoods Resort Casino complex in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Set along Highway 2 and overlooking a forest, it pairs a resort-casino atmosphere with a more modern tower-style stay. Its public rating is 4.4/5 from 6,573 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are contemporary in style and include Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers; some rooms have forest views. Suites add extra space and upgraded features such as living areas, floor-to-ceiling windows, whirlpool tubs, and/or bar areas with pool tables. Room service is available.
Pools, Spa & On-site Recreation
The hotel has an outdoor pool with a sundeck, plus cabanas equipped with flat-screen TVs. A spa is also on site. Beyond the tower itself, the wider resort includes restaurants and bars, seven casinos, and a mall.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The Fox Tower is adjacent to Foxwoods Resort Casino (about 489 m away) and close to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center (about 1.16 km) and Lake of Isles (about 1.38 km). Mystic-area attractions are within a short drive, including Mystic Aquarium (about 11.5 km) and Mystic Seaport Museum (about 12.8 km). Other nearby points of interest include Mohegan Sun (about 10.7 km) and Jonathan Edwards Winery (about 7.3 km).
Parking & Services
Valet parking is available. Some guests reference a resort fee and check-in timing as items to confirm during booking, especially if you are planning your arrival around pool time or casino plans.
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want to be inside the Foxwoods Resort Casino complex, with quick access to gaming, dining, bars, and the on-site mall. It’s also a good fit for couples or groups who want upgraded suite features (such as living areas, whirlpool tubs, or pool-table bar areas) and easy access to nearby attractions like Mystic Aquarium and Mystic Seaport Museum.
Travel tips
Plan arrival timing in advance: guest feedback highlights that check-in time can feel late for some itineraries, so it’s worth confirming your check-in expectations before you arrive. If pool time is important to your trip, verify the outdoor pool’s operating schedule during your dates. Consider adding nearby stops beyond the casino—Lake of Isles and the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center are both close, while Mystic’s major attractions are about 11–13 km away.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention strong service from staff and comfort-focused basics such as comfortable beds and good showers. Many travelers value the scale and variety of the broader Foxwoods complex, citing extensive gaming and dining options. Some reviews suggest that certain room aesthetics feel due for updates despite the hotel’s modern positioning. Practical concerns noted include frustrations about check-in timing and charges such as a resort fee, which some guests question given expectations around parking.
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