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

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

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

1. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

12.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Carol

Rp2.244.044

Rp2.580.651 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

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

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

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

12.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Tammy

Rp2.742.808

Rp3.154.229 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a large seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, a flat-screen TV on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

A living room with a grey sofa, a red armchair, a brown ottoman, and a door with a light switch.

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Jennah

Rp2.424.271

Rp2.787.912 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

10.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Alyssa

Rp2.202.539

Rp2.532.920 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a wooden counter.

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

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.

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

13.5 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Jennifer

Rp1.856.781

Rp2.135.299 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A reception desk with a blue top and wooden base, a wall with geometric patterns, and a sign that reads "BONVY".

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

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

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

5.8 km from Van Vleck Observatory

David

Rp2.380.465

Rp2.737.535 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 spacious dining area with multiple tables set for guests, featuring a patterned carpet and modern furnishings.

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

7. Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

10.6 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Anne

Rp2.188.436

Rp2.516.702 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a patterned carpet.

8. Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

12.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Tanisha

Rp2.579.664

Rp2.966.614 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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 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".

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

Nils

Rp2.493.382

Rp2.867.389 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A patio area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a brick fireplace.

A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with two chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and a large flat-screen TV.

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill

10.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

melissa

Rp2.293.034

Rp2.636.989 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a black sofa, and a glass coffee table.

11. Solano Inn

6.2 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Douglas

Rp1.797.247

Rp2.066.834 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a pergola structure.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern indoor seating area with round tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a brick building and greenery outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton-Hartford South-Glastonbury, CT

19 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Linda

Rp2.557.310

Rp2.940.907 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A modern lobby with a dark blue patterned carpet, a black sofa with orange cushions, a round glass coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf with decorative items.

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

13. Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

6.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Iurii

Rp2.417.421

Rp2.780.034 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and cabinets.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury

18.9 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Lisa

Rp2.589.579

Rp2.978.016 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a television, and a seating area with patterned cushions.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, metal ladders, and a blue lifeguard chair.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

9.4 km from Van Vleck Observatory

John

Rp1.712.565

Rp1.969.450 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 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.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

13.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Beulah Jeyashree

Rp1.516.972

Rp1.744.518 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 spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a modern ceiling design.

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

James

Rp1.887.787

Rp2.170.955 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with a 'No Diving' sign, a glass enclosure, and a tiled wall with a 'No Diving' sign.

A hotel room with a sofa, two small tables, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot and snow-covered ground.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville

19.7 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Erin

Rp1.887.787

Rp2.170.955 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

19. The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast

13 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Eric

Rp4.275.103

Rp4.745.427 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 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 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.

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

20. Motel 6 Wethersfield, CT - Hartford

14.3 km from Van Vleck Observatory

Mildred

Rp1.117.358

Rp1.284.899 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Van Vleck Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South	9.2 Wonderful 908 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hartford South - Rocky Hill by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Wethersfield Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean- lots of elevated storage for luggage; great shower temp and pressure. Quiet except when cars starting early to continue on their way. Perfect no-frills motel for passing through on a long road trip! Will definitely return."

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Cabins in the woods by Bonvoy Marriott. Who knew? What a great spot- truly amazing, driving up the east coast, having this jewel of a property pop up. I’ll be researching how this was developed, and where they can sneak more little cabins into beautiful forests."

Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

8/10 Good

"Nice calm surroundings, lot of parking, good clean room."

The Capitol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and convenient to walk all the places in downtown"

Comfort Inn Wethersfield - Hartford

8/10 Good

"The first desk receptionist very helpful in verifying Expedia last min reservation in system and quite helpful and pleasant on later arrival. TV remote not working too tired to go to desk as recommended on TV screen No shower curtain at all Hard to reach desk by phone But once reached or seen in person helpful, offered to replace TV remote and put in shower curtain but we were checking out. Breakfast not what it was shown. No hot tea or hot water found for my own tea bag. No real creamers."

Woodspring Suites Newington - Hartford South

8/10 Good

"Walk the person working the front desk was great. But then got into the elevador and it smelled disgusting! Like there was a dead animal somewhere in it, it was bad, I had to hold my breath. Then the halls dont have carpeting, which is fine but the floors were dirty and gross. Our room was very nice, clean, no complaints. Checked out at 745am and there was no worker, a steel plate covers the desk area, odd, and people sitting in the waiting area in bath robes, weirded us out. Location is also great."

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. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Wallingford New Haven

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wallingford-Meriden

3. Hilton Garden Inn Wallingford/Meriden

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Rocky Hill - Hartford South

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

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

7. Sheraton Hartford South Hotel

8. Courtyard New Haven Wallingford

9. Atlantic Inn

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Hartford Rocky Hill

11. Solano Inn

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton-Hartford South-Glastonbury, CT

13. Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell

14. Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South/Glastonbury

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meriden by IHG

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hartford South – Rocky Hill

17. Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plainville

19. The Bevin House Bed & Breakfast

20. Motel 6 Wethersfield, CT - Hartford

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Top Van Vleck Observatory Hotel Reviews

Wethersfield Motel

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden

The Capitol Hotel

Comfort Inn Wethersfield - Hartford

Woodspring Suites Newington - Hartford South

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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