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Our top choices for Van Vleck Observatory hotels

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Inn at Middletown

Inn at Middletown

Inn at Middletown
3.5 star property
Washington Street Historic District, 1 km from Van Vleck Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (543)
"The Inn was very nice!"
United States
Traci
The price is P9,613
P12,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Inn at Middletown
Exterior
Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (653)
"The staff at check in was so polite, efficient, and genuinely seemed like they cared we were at the hotel, I would give her a 10/10"
United States
Christine
The price is P7,120
P8,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (709)
"We had a wonderful stay; the staff were super friendly and the room was spotless. "
United States
ANDERSON
The price is P7,340
P8,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
Exterior
Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"great stay."
United States
John
The price is P5,116
P5,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites
Lake
Solano Inn

Solano Inn

Solano Inn
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (213)
"Nice room. Friendly staff. Rooms could use extra outlets for phone, I-pad, etc."
United States
Thomas
The price is P8,479
P9,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Solano Inn
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (774)
"yes it was excellent stay "
United States
smriti
The price is P6,707
P7,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South
Exterior
Best Way Inn

Best Way Inn

Best Way Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Van Vleck Observatory
7.0 out of 10, Good, (322)
"Friendly and efficient staff, clean warm rooms. Great price for a well run no frills motel near Weslyan University. Recommended"
United States
Carla
The price is P3,707
P4,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Best Way Inn
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Recently renovated, in good condition, pleasent staff"
United States
Donald
The price is P5,826
P6,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG
Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown

Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown

Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown
2.0 star property
6.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory
6.6 out of 10, (1004)
"The danish during breakfast time are really yummy!"
United States
Ann
The price is P3,851
P4,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown
Lobby
Quality Inn Cromwell - Middletown

Quality Inn Cromwell - Middletown

Quality Inn Cromwell - Middletown
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Van Vleck Observatory
6.6 out of 10, (999)
"Room was clean and comfortable and quiet! Friendly staff"
United States
Regina
The price is P3,919
P4,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Quality Inn Cromwell - Middletown
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden
2.0 star property
9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory
6.6 out of 10, (1005)
"The breakfast was toast, bagel, tiny muffins and cereal "
United States
Deanna
The price is P4,228
P4,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill

Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill

Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (326)
"Clean room and pleasant staff. "
United States
Debra N
The price is P6,953
P7,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill
Exterior
Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999)
"Clean room and staff wonderful "
United States
Liliana
The price is P6,751
P7,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden
Courtyard
Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
3.5 star property
10.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Very clean room, inviting lobby, and very nice employees at check in and checkout "
United States
Caroline
The price is P6,166
P7,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
Terrace/patio
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (901)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful stay was overall very pleasant!"
United States
Angela
The price is P6,967
P8,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden
Exterior
Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

Courtyard New Haven Wallingford
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (784)
"Clean room, friendly staff!"
United States
Julie
The price is P7,473
P8,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Courtyard New Haven Wallingford
Lobby
Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Very nice property "
United States
DAVIDA
The price is P5,105
P5,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The hotel is convenient to the highway and local dining. "
United States
NAVRAJ
The price is P5,461
P6,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG
Lobby
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Loved the lady in the breakfast area, a real good person!"
United States
Sheila
The price is P7,885
P9,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven
Exterior
Red Roof Inn Meriden

Red Roof Inn Meriden

Red Roof Inn Meriden
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Room was clean. Plenty of parking spaces. Friendly staff. Good location, several places to eat close by and the hotel is conveniently located near the highway. "
United States
ALLEN
The price is P5,237
P6,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Red Roof Inn Meriden
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Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

The Farmington Inn & Suites

The Farmington Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Love the inn"
Donna 3-night trip
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The Farmington Inn & Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Van Vleck Observatory?
Van Vleck Observatory is located in an area of Middletown that travelers like for its festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Van Vleck Observatory?
Inn at Middletown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Van Vleck Observatory. Other good choices around the area include Red Roof Inn Meriden and Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Van Vleck Observatory?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Van Vleck Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Van Vleck Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Van Vleck Observatory.
What can I see and do near Van Vleck Observatory?
Sights like Wadsworth Mansion and General Mansfield House highlight some of the local culture. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Middletown Nature Gardens, Connecticut River State Wildlife Area, or Dooley Pond Public Access. Create some family memories at Kidcity Children's Museum and Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park.