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

A brick building with a sign that reads "Inn at Middletown."

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

1. Inn at Middletown

Washington Street Historic District, 1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Diego

RM548

RM712 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A vending machine and a water dispenser in a public area with a tiled floor and a potted plant.

A motel with a parking lot, a flag, and several parked vehicles.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with an air conditioning unit.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

2. Wethersfield Motel

17.2 km from Van Vleck Observatory

adrian

RM276

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a reception desk, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with high tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and pendant lighting.

A modern room with white leather sofas, a small round table, a stone fireplace, and large windows.

3. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

12.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

samuel

RM489

RM562 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a red armchair, a grey sofa, a wooden entertainment unit, and a large window with curtains.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a covered entrance, landscaped gardens, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, refrigerated beverage dispensers, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Jennah

RM549

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a whiteboard, and a projector screen.

5. Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG

19.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Maria

RM379

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A Days Inn with a brick facade, a red roof, and a parking lot in front.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

Two white front-loading washing machines in a laundry area with a white tiled wall and a red baseboard.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

SIDDHANT

RM279

RM321 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a yellow armchair, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen, a clock, a sign about morning charges, and a view of parked cars outside.

A kitchen with a vending machine, a refrigerator, and a trash bin.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a brick facade, and a parking area with yellow curbs.

7. Motel 6 Wethersfield, CT - Hartford

14.3 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Mildred

RM262

RM301 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

8. Silas W Robbins House

17.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Cynthia

RM1,834

RM2,109 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a chair.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a potted plant.

A Red Roof Inn sign with a clear view of the parking lot and surrounding trees.

A hotel dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a bar counter.

9. Red Roof Inn Meriden

9.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

David

RM331

RM381 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.

A Howard Johnson motel with a large American flag, a signboard, and a wooden chair in the foreground.

A Howard Johnson Express Inn with a view of the sky through the window, wooden interior, and tables with chairs.

A hotel room with a TV, coffee maker, microwave, wooden desk, chair, and decorative wall mirrors.

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

13.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Rhett

RM356

RM409 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, each with a beige bedspread and white pillows. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and the walls are adorned with framed artwork.

A gym with various exercise equipment including a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machines.

A gazebo, a welcome sign, and a close-up of flowers.

A hotel with a yellow facade, brick accents, and a large tree in front.

11. The Cromwell Inn

6.3 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Cinda

RM321

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and umbrellas.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and artwork.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and large windows offering views of the outside.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

10.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Alyssa

RM499

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a house in the background.

13. The Connecticut River Valley Inn

17.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Julie

RM1,278

RM1,469 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A Super 8 hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a glass door.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A spacious room with a black leather sofa, a matching armchair, and a wooden coffee table. There are several chairs, a small table, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and coffee maker.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown

6.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Renee

RM291

RM335 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A breakfast bar with various food options, including cereal and hot food, and a sign indicating an express start breakfast.

A reception desk area with a Holiday Inn Express sign, a modern design with wood and grey panels, and a large window providing natural light.

A laundry area with two washing machines and a dryer, equipped with control panels and a water dispenser.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a TV on the wall.

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

13.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Jennifer

RM437

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with wooden panel walls, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A modern interior with a seating area, a counter, and large windows.

A modern restaurant with wooden panel walls, a flat-screen TV, and a variety of seating including tables and booths.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large forest-themed painting on the wall.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

19.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Joselito

RM347

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a gray sofa, a round table, a reception desk, a TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

A hotel room with a striped carpet, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, a small table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bed.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a TV, a large mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a striped carpet.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a two-story structure, multiple parking spaces, and a landscaped front yard.

17. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Bonnie

RM428

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cabin with a dining table set for two, a bicycle, and a small porch area.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a window with a view of greenery, a built-in dishwasher, and a sink.

A wooden interior with a table, chair, and a hanging lantern.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a tray of breakfast items, and a window overlooking greenery.

18. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

17.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Stephanie

RM552

RM822 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a lamp.

A large, well-lit room with patterned carpet, multiple doors, and chandeliers.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

9.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Marian

RM347

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a bed with a headboard.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a stone accent wall, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

20. Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

19.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Lovett

RM403

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Van Vleck Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at Middletown	9.0 Wonderful 654 reviews	View
Wethersfield Motel	9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,449 reviews	View

Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was great!!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

8/10 Good

"Nice big soft beds. Thought there was a lounge but no. Some water leaked in the lobby and fans were drying it out for our stay. Convenient to the highway and good breakfast. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again!"

Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Manager Mar"

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience and the perfect environment"

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and staff is so nice. The building just needs an update."

The Capitol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

Red Roof Inn Meriden

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms was cozy, clean and quite"

Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean, and the price was very reasonable."

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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A large white building with columns and a central staircase.

Wadsworth Mansion

Learn about the local history of Middletown when you take a trip to Wadsworth Mansion. Experience the area's entertainment venues and festivals.

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Wesleyan University

8.6/10 (189 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Wesleyan University during your travels in Middletown. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Kidcity Children's Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Kidcity Children's Museum during your travels to Middletown. Experience the festivals and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

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General Mansfield House

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at General Mansfield House during your trip to Middletown. Experience the festivals and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

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Artfarm

You can make plans for a show at Artfarm on your trip to Middletown. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Middletown Nature Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Middletown Nature Gardens, a lovely green space in Middletown. Experience the area's entertainment venues and festivals.

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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.

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Our top choices for Van Vleck Observatory hotels

1. Inn at Middletown

2. Wethersfield Motel

3. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

4. Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

5. Holiday Inn Express Southington by IHG

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

7. Motel 6 Wethersfield, CT - Hartford

8. Silas W Robbins House

9. Red Roof Inn Meriden

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

11. The Cromwell Inn

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

13. The Connecticut River Valley Inn

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cromwell/Middletown

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

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

17. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

18. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

20. Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

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Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites Meriden East

Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

The Capitol Hotel

Red Roof Inn Meriden

Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

Other attractions near Van Vleck Observatory

Harbor Park

Wadsworth Mansion

Wesleyan University

Kidcity Children's Museum

General Mansfield House

Artfarm

Middletown Nature Gardens

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