The Best Hotels Closest to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration in Mystic for 2026

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1. The Whaler's Inn

2.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Deirdre

￥51,286

￥58,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

2. House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens

2.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Linda

￥50,171

￥57,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

3. Hyatt Place Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lillian

￥26,834

￥30,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

4. Hilton Mystic

0.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Charles

￥22,436

￥25,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Liliya

￥23,306

￥26,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

6. Best Western Mystic Hotel

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

John

￥19,714

￥22,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

7. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

0.9 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Maria

￥16,832

￥19,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Jean Marie

￥32,709

￥37,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Elizabeth

￥14,435

￥16,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

10. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Hannah

￥13,411

￥15,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Standard Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, soap

11. The Williams Center

12.5 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Bruce

￥15,776

￥18,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Nantucket) | Down comforters, minibar, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Standard Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (The Cove) | Down comforters, minibar, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

12. Harbor View Landing

West Mystic, 3.4 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Roisin

￥39,695

￥45,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Woodstock Suite 2nd Floor | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer (on request), towels, soap

13. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

17.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Javier

￥23,981

￥33,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Winnapaug Pond Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

14. The Hotel Maria

13.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Angela

￥31,716

￥38,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

15. Stonecroft Inn

6.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

William

￥37,940

￥45,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Queen Room with Garden View and Shared Bath | Terrace/patio

Queen Room with Jetted Tub and Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Queen Room with Jetted Tub and Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly) | Fireplace

16. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

10 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

claudio

￥33,280

￥38,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Queen | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

17. Breezeway Boutique Hotel

12.8 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Roger

￥25,246

￥30,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Stonington-Mystic Area

9.4 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Mark

￥23,231

￥26,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

19. Shelter Harbor Inn

18.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

"We have been going to Shelter Harbor Inn for decades. After its most recent renovations, the Inn is absolutely beautiful. The design of the inn is lovely. The grounds are stunning. And very importantly, the staff is excellent. There was some confusion re our check in and both the young woman who checked us in (Laci V) and the young woman who checked us out (Laci M) handled the situation perfectly. Sadly, we were only there for one night most recently but we will return."

Marguerette

￥19,411

￥26,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

20. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

13 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Samantha

￥17,447

￥20,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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Compare popular hotels close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Whaler's Inn	9.4 Exceptional 913 reviews	View
House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens	9.4 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Mystic	9.2 Wonderful 1,176 reviews	View
Hilton Mystic	8.8 Excellent 1,182 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

8/10 Good

"The room was clean. Front desk personnel were helpful."

Eileen of Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"Great property and the hosts are accommodating and very personable. I would recommend as well as return without hesitation."

Hyatt Place Mystic

8/10 Good

"I had a great stay at Hyatt Place Mystic. The property is very clean, well‑maintained, and feels comfortable throughout. The staff keeps the common areas and rooms in excellent condition, which made the stay relaxing and enjoyable. The only downside is that you can hear noise from outside, which can be noticeable at times. Aside from that, everything else about the hotel was excellent."

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

8/10 Good

"Good"

Best Western Mystic Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location is convenience. Room is clean and staff is helpful. Like this place very much."

The Sea Shanty Suite · walk Mystic-Train/EV Lvl-2

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, easily accessible to downtown whether by car or foot."

Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean Breakfast very good"

A peaceful nature setting within a two minute drive to Historic Downtown Mystic.

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect home base for our Mystic vacation. It’s super close to everything, which made it easy for us to put our 2 year old down for mid-day naps. For being so close to downtown, the house offered a lot of privacy and a nature-y feel. The home was also very well equipped between the kitchen and the toys/games/books that our kids (5 and 2) loved. The host was very communicative and gave us a heads up before check-in of some of the quirks of the house."

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"Fine"

Other attractions near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

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Olde Mistick Village

9.2/10 (1,563 reviews)

Spend your day shopping in a beautifully recreated pioneering village, where stores are housed in traditional timber buildings with an 18th-century aesthetic.

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Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea

9.2/10 (1,007 reviews)

Learn about life in a recreated 19th-century seafaring village or climb aboard one of the world’s last wooden whaleboats in this expansive outdoor maritime museum.

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A drawbridge over Mystic River, a white building labeled 'Mystic River Inn', and a sign indicating the bridge's clearance height.

Mystic River Bascule Bridge

9.4/10 (838 reviews)

See engineering mastery in action when you watch this drawbridge levering up to allow boats in and out of the Mystic Seaport.

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Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Mystic when you spend time at Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in the area.

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Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport

9.2/10 (272 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport during your trip to Mystic. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area.

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Mystic Arts Center

8.4/10 (72 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mystic Arts Center during your stay in Mystic. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area.

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Mystic Downtown Marina

9.4/10 (400 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Mystic with a trip to Mystic Downtown Marina. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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Shady Oaks Park

8.0/10 (33 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Shady Oaks Park, a lovely green space in Old Mystic. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the casinos in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration?

Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration is located in a welcoming area of Mystic known for its beautiful ocean views and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 28 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration?

Adjacent to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, Hilton Mystic is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices close by include Best Western Mystic Hotel and Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration.

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What can I see and do near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration?

Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport, Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea, and Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mystic River Bascule Bridge, Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum, and B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Dip your toes in the water at Williams Beach, Dubois Beach, and Esker Point Beach.

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Our top choices for Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration hotels

1. The Whaler's Inn

2. House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens

3. Hyatt Place Mystic

4. Hilton Mystic

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

6. Best Western Mystic Hotel

7. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

10. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

11. The Williams Center

12. Harbor View Landing

13. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

14. The Hotel Maria

15. Stonecroft Inn

16. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

17. Breezeway Boutique Hotel

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Stonington-Mystic Area

19. Shelter Harbor Inn

20. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

Compare popular hotels close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

Eileen of Mystic

Hyatt Place Mystic

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

Best Western Mystic Hotel

The Sea Shanty Suite · walk Mystic-Train/EV Lvl-2

Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

A peaceful nature setting within a two minute drive to Historic Downtown Mystic.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

Other attractions near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Olde Mistick Village

Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea

Mystic River Bascule Bridge

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport

Mystic Arts Center

Mystic Downtown Marina

Shady Oaks Park

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