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Thames Inn & Marina

Thames Inn & Marina
Thames Inn & Marina – Groton, CT
Thames Inn & Marina – Groton, CT
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Thames Inn & Marina

Located in Groton, within 8 miles of Mystic Seaport and 14 miles of Foxwoods Casinos, Thames Inn and Marina provides accommodations with barbecue facilities as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 31 miles from Eastern Connecticut State University, 3.2 miles from United States Coast Guard Academy and 5 miles from Fort Trumbull State Park. Every room is equipped with a balcony with views of the sea. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the motel also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a city view. Guest rooms will provide guests with an oven. Speaking English and Spanish, staff are always on hand to help at the reception. Olde Mistick Village is 7.3 miles from Thames Inn and Marina, while Mystic Seaport Marine Museum is 8 miles away. Westerly State Airport is 17 miles from the property.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

3.7 / 5
Great 366 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    They're doing the best they can with what they have. Staff are really nice, willing to help any way they can. Referral to Paul's Pasta put us in touch with hand made pasta we will definitely be back for. Rooms are only cleaned between tenants, not daily, which suits our personal preferences for privacy. Confirmed "Non-smoking" room was definitely smoked in for prolonged period by one of their long-term tenants. Back home, we can still tell which items we had kept in our room and which we'd left in the car during our stay; even plastic bags kept in open suitcase will have to be thrown away or hung outdoors to remove the cigarette odor. That room will need to be painted and all the furniture thoroughly cleaned before it can honestly be offered as a "Non-smoking" room again. We didn't complain because we didn't want the hassle of packing up and moving during our short stay. If you smoke, or nicotine residue just doesn't bother you, it's a nice little getaway. Bring your own cookware and dishes if you plan to use the kitchenette, and soap & detergent, as the only cleaning agent is little bottles of conditioning shampoo (but the towels and other linens are in new condition, as is the shower head). I really hope they succeed and can bring this motel back to its optimal condition.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room was dirty, staff did there best to accommodate. The air filter in a.c. was so dirty room was hot due to that.microwave filthy, fridge, floors, if you want clean this would not be a good location for you. Did enjoy seeing boats in harbor. For the price I paid, 134.00 a dump.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This place is great for smokers.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Close to train. Very friendly staff

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Wonderful views and quite place

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very nice quiet place to stay and good fishing location.has to most kind staff.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It did the job, but I cannot recommend, unfortunately.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We had our own little upstairs type apartment. We had a full fridge and microwave which was nice. It was a nice room away from everyone else. The owner was very helpful amd accommodating

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The view was incredible. It was quiet and very private . We had our own deck. The room was very large and the beds were comfy Sheets retained the smell of bleach

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room was barren, but it did have a real kitchen, with a full size fridge, a full size stove (barely usable) and even a dishwasher!! It did not, however have a microwave. It did not have any pots, pans, or dishes. There were several strainers. I thought that was odd. There was no table or light by the full size bed. There was only 2 ceiling lights in the living area, and only one worked. There were two chairs. The tv was on the only table in the room. It worked fine. There were no pictures on the walls, there wasn't even a trash can. There was, however lots of pillows, and an abundance of washcloths, towels, and toiletries. The parking area was dingy at best. It is definitely on the water, but somehow that isn't an asset here. To say it was no frills is an understatement. It was a place to sleep. Absolutely nothing more.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Quaint, clean and very tidy, Staff VERY friendly and accommodating. Would choose to stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    When we arrived around 5:30, the front office was already closed and we were lucky to run into and employee who took us to our room. The room was very run down, but clean enough. No bed bugs. There were a lot of flies however, which I thought was odd. Traditional style lock and key and in a super cute part of town. It’s right down the street from base so that’s really nice. Overall it was ok.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Tv didn't work, no ice, very noisy , no lighting near bed, bed noisy, 2 flights of stairs to get to room which were noisy, light thru door.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This motel appears to also be home to low income housing. I feared for my safety so I DID NOT end up spending the night. There was an overwhelming odor of bleach upon entering the room. There was no safety chain or dead bolt. Blinds were broken in such a way to give straight line view to the bed. That person on the 2nd floor watched me in my car for 30 minutes

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Parking is convenient and safe. the room was clean and the shower worked well. I didn't find any utensils in the kitchen, but I didn't need any. The refigerator was running but the stuff I put in there wasn't cold in the morning. In fact it was barely cool. But I slept well.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Disappointing

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The hot water took a little while to heat up in the bathroom, but that is a minor issue.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The location was perfect , I just wanted the view of the water and the calm . Perfect ?

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The view and the community the local people are very friendly. Due to my personal situation out of state. I was asked to leave by Wayne. The message was given to me by Sam. Which would not have affected me or anyone else at the Inn. I will never return due to how I was treated so poorly during my time of need.

Frequently asked questions about Thames Inn & Marina

Does Thames Inn & Marina have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Thames Inn & Marina offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Thames Inn & Marina offer parking?
Yes, Thames Inn & Marina offers free parking on-site.
Does Thames Inn & Marina have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Thames Inn & Marina does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Groton, see business hotels in Groton.
Does Thames Inn & Marina have a fitness center?
Thames Inn & Marina does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Thames Inn & Marina located, and how walkable is the area?
Thames Inn & Marina is located at 193 Thames Street, Groton, CT CT 06340. With a Walk Score of 47, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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