Naval Submarine Base New London - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
New London Ferry Dock - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
Olde Mistick Village - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
Mystic Seaport - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
New London Union Station - 6 min drive
T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min drive
Panera Bread - 2 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
About this property
Gold Star Inn & Suites
Hotel near New London Ferry Dock
Gold Star Inn & Suites provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
A TV in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Gold Star Inn & Suites feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
40-inch TVs with satellite channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating
Languages
English, Hindi
Property amenities
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
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
In-room sofa bed
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Computer station
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
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV with satellite channels
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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
Is Gold Star Inn & Suites pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gold Star Inn & Suites?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gold Star Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Gold Star Inn & Suites?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Gold Star Inn & Suites located?
Situated in Groton, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Naval Submarine Base New London, The Submarine Force Library and Museum, and USS Nautilus Memorial. Bluff Point State Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
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Gold Star Inn & Suites Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1029 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1029 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1029 reviews
6 - Okay
149
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 1029 reviews
4 - Poor
124
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 1029 reviews
2 - Terrible
133
7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
Jul 20, 2025
2nd time staying here, so easy and clean and will definitely come again when we need to
Odor of the carpets humidity strong. It needs paint. Its a good place but need a little love.
Hector
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Deb
Jul 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed here before. It is an older facility that has not really been significantly updated but it is very clean, hot shower, comfortable bed. We had a king bed non smoking room. The bed was in its own room and outside the room was a large sitting area and kitchenette with full size refrigerator! All very clean.
Since we fund this Gem place we only stay here, great customer service, beautiful very roomy, clean rooms, great location, what else you can ask ?!!, Thank you Gold Star for always making our stay a very comfortable & great one.
Nancy, Joseph, & son :)
Spacious, comfortable accommodation, albeit a little dated and in need of some upkeep. Located in a quiet area of the Connecticut shoreline in easy reach of Mystic and Groton. We took the opportunity to tour "The Nautilus and Mystic Aquarium. We spent a week and would return.
They key was never working after the secound night they told us that it was the cell phone that was close by thr card .The should have told us from the begining of our stay . Other than that it was amazing i will be coming back to this location i loved it.
Seems hotels in Groton can ask for premium prices for hotels that are in bad shape. Peeling wallpaper, ceilings with water damage, blankets with holes, old linens, carpets with stains, etc. the kitchen area was rusty. I have an upcoming return visit and have booked a VRBO instead of a local hotel.
From outward appearance it seems like a hole in the wall. But upon further inspection itbis a spacious yet cozy room with all the amenities we have been looking for.
You get what you pay for. This is no frills. Staff was not friendly at check in. Just your basic room with a spacious (but unnecessary) sitting area. The bathroom is small but ok, but found a dead bug on the floor.
The AC worked well and the bed was comfortable enough. It’s located about 30 minutes to the RI beach which was what we were in the area to enjoy. This room met our basic need for a place to stay at night while we enjoyed our beach time.