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

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A dark-colored building with two windows and an air conditioning unit.

A bathroom with a towel rack, a painting, and a window with bottles on the sill.

A tree-lined outdoor area with a red barn, a covered seating area, and a stone wall.

A large house with a well-maintained lawn and a garden with various flowers.

1. Eileen of Mystic

1.9 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Leigh

￥36,760

￥42,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A two-story house with a balcony on the second floor.

A dining area with a table set for four, a vase of flowers, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A white two-story house with a porch, a stone wall, and well-maintained bushes.

A pathway lined with pink roses leading to a white house with a bench.

2. The Taber Inne & Suites

2.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lynn Koloff

￥22,833

￥26,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A long, narrow hallway with dark green doors, patterned carpet, and a series of lights along the ceiling.

A large banquet hall with multiple tables set for dining, elegant chandeliers, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the water through the window.

A pool area with a clear blue pool, wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

3. DELAMAR MYSTIC

Rossie Velvet Mill Historic District, 1.2 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

lisa

￥40,342

￥50,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a tiled backsplash, and bar stools.

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and blue chairs. Tables are set with wine glasses and cutlery.

A spacious living room with a large window, a blue cabinet, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern.

4. The Whaler's Inn

2.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Brad

￥44,656

￥51,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern hotel with a well-lit entrance, a covered outdoor area, and landscaped surroundings.

A waterfront view with a wooden dock, a bench, and a row of buildings along the water.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

5. Hyatt Place Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Beth

￥24,019

￥27,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor lounge area with a long bench and cushioned seating, a central fire feature, and glass walls offering views of the interior.

A couple sitting on a striped sofa with a fire feature in the center.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window with a view of the street, and a decorative rope barrier.

6. Hilton Mystic

0.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Valerie

￥20,603

￥23,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee machine, and a waffle station.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including chairs and tables, and a covered section with umbrellas.

A hotel room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Allain

￥25,386

￥29,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows.

A reception area with a patterned counter, a sofa, and a wall with decorative plates.

A Western Inn with a covered outdoor area, a flagpole with an American flag, and a church steeple in the background.

8. Best Western Mystic Hotel

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Sharon

￥18,753

￥21,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen area with a blue island, wooden accents, and a sign that reads "Delight in the day."

An aerial view of a residential area with a large building, a parking lot, and a lake in the background.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green artificial grass rug, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A modern lounge area with seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

9. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

0.9 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

gary

￥16,715

￥19,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a fireplace, and a sofa.

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

A conference room with a whiteboard, multiple tables with chairs, and water bottles.

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

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Jean Marie

￥26,863

￥30,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a round coffee table, and a red sofa.

A hotel hallway with a mirror, a sink, a refrigerator, and a microwave on shelves.

A spacious lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a central round table, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a red and white patterned chair.

A Howard Johnson Inn with a classic white facade, a covered entrance, and a signboard.

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Jennifer

￥14,791

￥17,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel lobby with a curved railing, a central seating area with tables and chairs, and large windows with curtains.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a staircase connecting two floors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

12. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Eric

￥12,796

￥14,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with red curtains.

A dining table with a coffee maker, microwave, and food items.

A bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, two bedside tables with lamps, a small trash bin, and a rug.

A living room with a floral sofa, a wooden coffee table, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

13. The Williams Center --King-bed room-New London/Mystic area

12.5 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Bruce

￥15,818

￥18,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A clear view of a marina with boats docked, a grassy area with a hanging chair, and a building with 'MYSTIC SHIPYARD' signage in the background.

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a television mounted on the wall, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A view from a covered deck with two Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and a rocky shoreline.

A modern house with a grey siding exterior, a black front door, and a covered porch with a potted plant.

14. Harbor View Landing

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

Karley

￥35,555

￥40,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A house with a front lawn and daffodils in the foreground.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, a chair, a table, and a cabinet.

A yellow house with a balcony, a small tower, and a well-maintained garden.

A traditional room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a mirror on the wall.

15. Stonecroft Inn

6.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Oren

￥37,759

￥45,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A balcony with a view of the ocean and parked cars.

A spacious indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and American flags.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a telephone, and a ceiling fan.

A bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

16. The Hotel Maria

13.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Diana

￥29,197

￥35,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A vineyard with houses and a lake in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A two-story house with a garage and a covered porch.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, a sink, a toaster, and a white oven.

17. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

17.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lucille

￥19,707

￥22,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A covered patio with a wooden table set for dining, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A room with a bed, a chair, a tray with breakfast items, and a fireplace.

A house with a stone pathway leading to it, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

Electric vehicle charging stations in a garden with rocks, pink flowers, and yellow foliage.

18. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

10 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

claudio

￥32,953

￥37,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A large indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including windows and a door.

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large poster of a coastal scene, and a tiled floor.

A breakfast bar with a variety of pastries, a coffee machine, and a toaster.

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

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

9.4 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Cynthia

￥21,759

￥25,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the street at night.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a fireplace, a television, and a patterned carpet.

A bar area with a counter, seating with red cushioned chairs, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A lobby with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a large glass partition.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

13 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lisette

￥17,998

￥20,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Eileen of Mystic	10.0 Exceptional 75 reviews	View
The Taber Inne & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
DELAMAR MYSTIC	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
The Whaler's Inn	9.4 Exceptional 927 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Mystic	9.2 Wonderful 1,162 reviews	View

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

8/10 Good

"Good value for the money. Low price for Mystic. No breakfast, but restaurant next door. Good indoor pool. Room clean and functional. Great shower pressure. Get a first floor room and you can sit outside through sliding door."

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

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely time. The host was so kind to check on us during a local storm. The house was equipped with all kinds of thoughtful little touches to make our stay more comfortable!"

Hyatt Place Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent short stop over"

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location. Staff was very friendly. Room was comfortable, hot shower. Fabulous breakfast, a pool and workout room."

Modern Cape Downtown Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the most thoughtful host and comfortable homes I’ve experienced in my vacation travels. The host communicated very effectively, there were lovely treats left for us at the house and there was nothing we needed that we didn’t have. The home is very comfortable, the kitchen perfectly stocked and the outdoor space was very comfortable. Couldn’t have been more happy or comfortable."

Historic Home and Cottage with Seaport View

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay! Accurate description. Very clean. Great communication. Location is great for a beautiful walk to downtown Mystic! Highly recommend"

The Seaport Bridgeman - All things Mystic steps from your door

10/10 Excellent

"This is the third time we are staying at this property. It is clean and well-appointed. We already have our next stay planned."

Stones Throw - Seaport 2Min walk

10/10 Excellent

"Location was perfect for our stay. Close to downtown-restaurants, shopping and beautiful views. The house was clean, beds were comfortable and check in and out were super easy!We will be back!"

Beautifully Restored 1890’s House in beautiful downtown Mystic. 2 bed & 2 baths.

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, well located house in Mystic. Easy walk into downtown and the Seaport . Close to many shops and restaurants. We were comfortable and enjoyed our stay at this charming property."

Other attractions near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

A storefront with a sign reading "Franklin's General Store" and a sign for "Fudge made daily."

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 waterfront 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 seaside 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 shops 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 seaside 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 25 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.

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Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from 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. Eileen of Mystic

2. The Taber Inne & Suites

3. DELAMAR MYSTIC

4. The Whaler's Inn

5. Hyatt Place Mystic

6. Hilton Mystic

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

8. Best Western Mystic Hotel

9. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

12. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

13. The Williams Center --King-bed room-New London/Mystic area

14. Harbor View Landing

15. Stonecroft Inn

16. The Hotel Maria

17. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

18. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

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Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

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

Hyatt Place Mystic

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

Modern Cape Downtown Mystic

Historic Home and Cottage with Seaport View

The Seaport Bridgeman - All things Mystic steps from your door

Stones Throw - Seaport 2Min walk

Beautifully Restored 1890’s House in beautiful downtown Mystic. 2 bed & 2 baths.

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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