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Thames Inn & Marina

2.0 star property
Hotel with a marina, near New London Ferry Dock

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Front of property

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Studio Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premier Studio Suite

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
193 Thames Street, Groton, CT, 06340

What's nearby

  • New London Ferry Dock - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • United States Coast Guard Academy - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Connecticut College - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Naval Submarine Base New London - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • New London Union Station - 16 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Social Bar + Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Pasta Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Pub - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Norm's Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪33 Golden - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Thames Inn & Marina

Hotel near New London Ferry Dock
Thames Inn & Marina provides amenities like a marina and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Marina
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Thames Groton
Thames Inn
Thames Inn Groton
Thames Inn And Marina Hotel Groton
Thames Inn & Marina Hotel
Thames Inn & Marina Groton
Thames Inn & Marina Hotel Groton

Frequently asked questions

Is Thames Inn & Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Thames Inn & Marina?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thames Inn & Marina?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thames Inn & Marina?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thames Inn & Marina located?

Situated in Groton, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park and New London Ferry Dock. Hygienic Art Gallery and Custom House Maritime Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). New London Union Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Thames Inn & Marina Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 322 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's great for what it is. I needed a relatively inexpensive place to stay, and this place delivered.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good value. Nice clean room and very friendly staff. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No one was there to check me in. There was a phone number on door to call, but no one answered. A RESIDENT of hotel called a back up person, but after a few min I left. People walking around that looked like they were on drugs. Wonder how many rooms are for “residents”. Strongly suggest a different hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness
The build
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was clean, and staff was very friendly and helpful! Definitely needs updates. We had a kitchenette with stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker. NO silverware, coffee cups, glasses. 1 pan, 2 bowls, 1 plate, 1 spatula. Great if you're passing through but not long term.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to wait to check-in because our room was not ready even thought it was 6:45 pm. The room had no windows. The heat sounded like a jet plane every time it came on. The people above our room sounded like big foot most of the night. The handles on the bathroom vanity and living room cabinets were broken. The blinds to the back door were broken. Pretty shabby to say the least. NOT what the website showed, even the word "INN" was missing from the sign outside. I would never stay there again, especially at over $100.00 per night. We actually left 1 night early and paid for the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Isaiah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Loved having a kitchenette. Beautiful view. Occasional smoke smell, but didnt bother us enough to leave. Overall good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Thames Inn & Marina is a classic motel on the waterfront in Groton, CT. We were there to visit my son in the Navy, and it was incredibly convenient to the base. It's a more historical part of Groton but we never felt unsafe or worried about our car. We actually really enjoyed the charm of the area. Getting checked in was a bit bumpy, as our room wasn't ready, but they bent over backwards to make it right for us, and when we needed supplies in the room they delivered them right to us. The room is basic, but it has a full kitchenette, a firm bed, comfy chairs, and a clean bathroom, and really that's all we needed. The weather was delightful and we were able to leave the windows open, and outside the door you could see right over the marina to the water. Don't come here looking for the Ritz, but on the other hand you're also not having to pay Ritz prices. We have no regrets about staying here, and would do so again. It also looks like they are working hard on upgrading it, so it should only become nicer in the future. It is one of the most affordable options in the area, it's safe, it's clean, and it's in walking distance of nice restaurants. It's definitely worth staying at, in my opinion, and we enjoyed our time there and the chance we had to see our son!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old-school place to stay. It was quite and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
nice view, very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were excellent! Super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the water is amazing. The motel is older, but they have done some updating. The staff was kind and very accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room and in easy walking distance of a great Italian restaurant. Will definitely stay here again if I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family and friends had so much fun. Very friendly staff. We decided to stay an extra night. A hidden gem in groton
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made a last minute decision to come here, and am I ever so glad I did! The staff is so sweet, and the room is like a studio apartment. Great deal for the price. The pet fee is low and the river is right outside the door and you can watch the ships go by. What a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An amazing experience! The family needed some rest and relaxation, and this place did not disappoint. Quiet and peaceful, with beautiful views. We shall return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this hidden Gem. Location location location❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean. The beds were comfortable. Service was great. I genuinely enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our stay!

Comfy and cute room. Friendly and helpful manager.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service
Nice, clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good value. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. It was a safe and inexpensive place to stay for a couple nights with my young daughter during her volleyball tournament.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very easy to find The room was very nicely remodeled Close enough to public ocean beaches and Mystic Seaport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a 2 star motel this place is fine. The price for Connecticut is low so for the price it is not bad. It does have a full size stove/oven and refrigerator. No food available but some great diners with 5 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024