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Our top choices for Van Vleck Observatory hotels

A cozy dining area with a brick fireplace, wooden chairs, and tables set for a meal.

1. Inn at Middletown

Inn at Middletown
3.5 star property
Washington Street Historic District, 0.6 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (684 reviews)
"Location is great. Jeannine was very helpful and sweet and so was Mike at the front desk."
United States
Sarah
The price is £152
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Inn at Middletown
A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

2. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven
3.0 star property
7.8 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, a comfortable room, nice staff, good breakfast, very convenient location (a minute from the highway) and a reasonable price."
United States
Susie
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven
A modern hotel lobby with blue seating, wooden tables, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff are very friendly. The room was clean and bed very comfortable. The breakfast was good and there is plenty of parking."
United States
Larene
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden
3.0 star property
7.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Overall happy with this location"
Canada
Andrew
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and umbrellas.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South
2.5 star property
6.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Overall good for a short stay"
United States
Alyssa
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a curved sofa, and two armchairs. There are decorative wall sconces and a patterned rug on the floor.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden
3.0 star property
7.9 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as always!"
United States
Katja
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden
A restaurant with a self-service beverage station, wicker baskets, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill
2.0 star property
8.5 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great stay here. The staff were super kind and the rooms were clean"
United States
Emily
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill
A window with yellow hanging lights and a view of a building with a white exterior and arched windows.

8. Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
3.5 star property
6.6 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean facility, helpful staff. Easy on off highway, good location. Good place for dog walking. Be aware breakfast is not included in the price-not even coffee. Available $17 per person."
United States
Anne
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.

9. Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

Courtyard New Haven Wallingford
3.0 star property
7.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (849 reviews)
"Nice clean property. Pleasant staff"
United States
Tanisha
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Courtyard New Haven Wallingford
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign for Springhill Suites.

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
2.5 star property
3.6 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (797 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, I’ll be staying there again."
United States
David
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a black sofa, and a glass coffee table.

11. Solano Inn

Solano Inn
2.5 star property
3.9 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (293 reviews)
"Good value, friendly service!"
United States
William
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Solano Inn
A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with a chair and a bench, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted sign reading "The Atlantic Inn".

12. Atlantic Inn

Atlantic Inn
3.0 star property
10.5 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (630 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel inside and outside friendly staff clean room"
United States
Lilia
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Atlantic Inn
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with flowers.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG
2.5 star property
5.9 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, well appointed and friendly staff."
United States
John
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG
A circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture in an outdoor patio area with brick flooring and a brick building in the background.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
3.0 star property
4.3 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Excellent from check in to check out"
United States
Richard
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
A lobby with a sofa, a lamp, a reception desk, and a staircase.

15. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved this hotel it was centrally located, clean and the rooms was spacious"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites
A patio area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a brick fireplace.

16. Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill

Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill
3.0 star property
6.6 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"This was an amazing place to stay everything was perfect. The staff was amazing"
United States
melissa
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury

Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury
3.0 star property
11.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Safe, comfortable and clean! Best place in the area to stay."
United States
Shelley
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a bed with a headboard.

18. Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
12.4 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,099 reviews)
"A good place to stay."
United States
Dawn Carty
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, a desk, and a chair.

19. The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast

The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
8.1 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Heaven on earth !!"
United States
NATANYA
The price is £199
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast
A lobby with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a fireplace.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville
3.0 star property
12.2 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast was great! Room and hotel were very nice too!"
United States
Nicole
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville
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Compare top hotels near Van Vleck Observatory

A cozy dining area with a brick fireplace, wooden chairs, and tables set for a meal.

Inn at Middletown

3.5 star property
Washington Street Historic District, 0.6 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
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A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

3.0 star property
7.8 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
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A modern hotel lobby with blue seating, wooden tables, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

2.5 star property
8.4 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
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An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

3.0 star property
7.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
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An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and umbrellas.

Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

2.5 star property
6.7 mi from Van Vleck Observatory
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8.8
Excellent
684 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
911 reviews
The price is £152
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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  • Yes, Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was great! It's well maintained enough that you could assume that it's a relatively new refurbishment. Check that you have the right shampoo and conditioner though. We had 2 containers of shampoo and no conditioner."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Other attractions near Van Vleck Observatory

A waterfront promenade with a curved walkway, street lamps, and a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.

Harbor Park

8.0/10 (5 reviews)
Harbor Park is just one of the places to see in Middletown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's festivals and entertainment venues.
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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 travellers like for its festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Van Vleck Observatory?
Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Van Vleck Observatory. Other good choices around the area include Red Roof Inn Meriden and Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Van Vleck Observatory?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Van Vleck Observatory.
What can I see and do near Van Vleck Observatory?
Sights like General Mansfield House and Wadsworth Mansion 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, Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park and Lyman Orchards Corn Maze while you're exploring the area around Van Vleck Observatory.