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

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

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

A grand spiral staircase with a chandelier, marble flooring, and blue armchairs in a spacious lobby area.

1. Inn at Middletown

Washington Street Historic District, 1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Dale

Rp2.841.158

Rp3.622.212 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor kitchen with a grill and a built-in stove, white chairs, and a red door.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a window with a view of trees.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with shrubs and flowers.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

12.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Timothy

Rp2.546.907

Rp2.928.943 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A sunset over a body of water with a boat and a tree silhouetted against the sky.

A white building with a sign that reads "Solano Inn".

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with chairs, and a dining area.

3. Solano Inn

6.2 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Ivana

Rp1.606.675

Rp1.847.676 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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.

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a flagpole.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

10.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Fabiola

Rp2.167.962

Rp2.493.157 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A cabin with a large window, surrounded by trees.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window, and a small table with a lantern.

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.

5. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

17.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Morainny

Rp2.247.278

Rp4.216.818 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a microwave, a small fridge, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

6. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

12.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Thierry

Rp2.219.774

Rp2.552.741 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign for Springhill Suites.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, chairs, and a building with large windows and a flat roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large TV screen.

7. Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

5.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Yvette

Rp2.643.856

Rp3.040.434 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A Sheraton hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, well-lit pathways, and landscaped surroundings.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a patterned carpet, and seating areas.

A courtyard with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a building with large windows and balconies.

A window with yellow hanging lights and a view of a building with a white exterior and arched windows.

8. Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

10.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Anne

Rp2.158.546

Rp2.482.328 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A motel with a sign reading "The Atlantic Inn Luxury Motor Hotel."

A compact hotel room with a dark blue sofa, a small round table, a white chair, and a kitchenette area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and bar stools. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with blue curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a white door, a bathroom with a sink, and a ceiling fan.

9. Atlantic Inn

16.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Marc

Rp2.459.327

Rp2.828.226 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a chandelier, and bookshelves on either side.

A large, blue Victorian-style house with a prominent fountain in the front yard.

A large, multi-story house with a balcony and a swimming pool.

A rustic outdoor setting with hay bales, a wooden fire pit, and outdoor seating.

10. The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast

13 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Liliana

Rp4.281.533

Rp4.752.501 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a Starbucks coffee station, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott."

11. Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Marjory

Rp2.590.624

Rp2.979.217 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 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.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a modern ceiling design.

12. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Eileen

Rp1.774.962

Rp2.041.206 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by beige and blue walls, and equipped with metal ladders.

A lobby with a reception desk, patterned chairs, a central coffee table, and a decorative wall.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables with orange and blue chairs. There are coffee machines and a counter with a beverage dispenser.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

9.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Robert

Rp1.893.151

Rp2.177.124 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

14. Silas W Robbins House

17.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Cynthia

Rp7.944.157

Rp9.135.781 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

15. The Connecticut River Valley Inn

17.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Julie

Rp5.533.486

Rp6.363.464 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

A restaurant with a self-service beverage station, wicker baskets, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

13.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Rhett

Rp1.490.496

Rp1.714.071 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

17. Red Roof Inn Meriden

9.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

David

Rp1.437.264

Rp1.652.853 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A rectangular pool with metal railings, surrounded by lounge chairs and a brick building with multiple windows and balconies.

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

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

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

9.1 km from Van Vleck Observatory

LaResse

Rp1.226.125

Rp1.410.132 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture in an outdoor patio area with brick flooring and a brick building in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, round tables, and built-in TV screens.

A bar area with a menu board, a minibar, and a well-stocked bar shelf.

A large, stately building with symmetrical architecture, featuring multiple windows and a central entrance.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

6.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Iurii

Rp2.691.105

Rp3.094.771 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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

A parking lot with multiple cars parked in front of a building with a modern architectural design.

20. Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

19.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Lovett

Rp1.894.390

Rp2.178.548 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Van Vleck Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at Middletown	9.0 Wonderful 643 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Solano Inn	8.4 Very good 272 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South	9.2 Wonderful 884 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very accommodating and the breakfast was delicious. Lots of choices and always enough available."

The Capitol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Get a room that faces the state capital. For what you pay it’s ok. Seemed to be clean no complaints."

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful cabin! Will def go again!"

Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

8/10 Good

"Perfect"

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, clean rooms, comfortable bed"

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

8/10 Good

"Place was fine. Good breakfast and the price was right."

Comfort Inn Wethersfield - Hartford

8/10 Good

"is a fine place to stay"

Holiday Inn Cheshire - Southington by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Property is very clean. Staff was very friendly and professional. Location has an easy on and off from the highway."

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 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Van Vleck Observatory?

Red Roof Inn Meriden is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a health club. You'll find it 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Van Vleck Observatory. Other good choices around the area include Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites and Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Van Vleck Observatory?

Expedia has 12 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 Ron McCutcheon Park. 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. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

3. Solano Inn

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

5. Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

6. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

7. Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

8. Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

9. Atlantic Inn

10. The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast

11. Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

12. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

14. Silas W Robbins House

15. The Connecticut River Valley Inn

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

17. Red Roof Inn Meriden

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

19. Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

20. Best Western Hartford Hotel & Suites

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Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville

The Capitol Hotel

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Days Inn by Wyndham Southington

Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG

Comfort Inn Wethersfield - Hartford

Holiday Inn Cheshire - Southington by IHG

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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