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

AED 874

AED 1,006 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, safety signs, and colorful chairs around the pool.

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

AED 508

AED 584 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

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

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

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and flower planters along the walls.

3. The Whaler's Inn

2.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Anthony F

AED 952

AED 1,095 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Two Adirondack chairs by a lakeside with a view of boats and a forested hill in the background.

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

4. DELAMAR MYSTIC

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

lisa

AED 1,032

AED 1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

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.

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

5. Hyatt Place Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Beth

AED 466

AED 536 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel with a rooftop patio area featuring string lights, multiple seating arrangements, and a visible Hilton sign.

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass fire feature and a striped sofa.

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

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a mural of fish.

6. Hilton Mystic

0.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Valerie

AED 389

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, handicap-accessible parking, and a clear sky.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, including dumbbells and a bench.

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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Allain

AED 465

AED 535 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A modern living room with a sofa and armchair, a small table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator.

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

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

AED 436

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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 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

Linda

AED 328

AED 378 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, set against a backdrop of large windows and a white porch structure.

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

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

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

AED 591

AED 680 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Ralph

AED 334

AED 384 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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.

A lobby with a chandelier, potted plants, and seating areas.

12. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Eric

AED 348

AED 400 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

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.

13. Harbor View Landing

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

Karley

AED 918

AED 1,056 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 bathroom with a white sink, a gold-framed mirror, and a bottle of spa soap.

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

12.5 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Derek

AED 384

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Two people seated at a round table with a view of a lake and sunset.

A living room with a beige sofa, a patterned ottoman, a black leather chair, and a decorative wall piece.

A two-story house with a white picket fence, a flag, and a tree with pink blossoms.

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

15. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

17.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Abby

AED 507

AED 583 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

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.

16. The Hotel Maria

13.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Angela

AED 918

AED 1,116 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

An outdoor patio with stone flooring, wooden beams, and tables and chairs.

17. Stonecroft Inn

6.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Oren

AED 878

AED 1,056 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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.

18. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

10 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

claudio

AED 766

AED 881 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a central island display, refrigerated beverage cases, and a seating area.

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

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

19. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

13 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lisette

AED 465

AED 535 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

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

9.4 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Cynthia

AED 420

AED 483 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Eileen of Mystic	10.0 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
The Taber Inne & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Whaler's Inn	9.4 Exceptional 928 reviews	View
DELAMAR MYSTIC	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Mystic	9.2 Wonderful 1,161 reviews	View

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff"

Hilton Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice amenities"

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed that the rooms have been updated small details not taken care of …can’t use bath tub drain stopper does not work tub does not hold water…bath room could use more hooks to hang towels …amenities were stocked for one guest … Pool was unappetizing with large patches of peeling paint on the bottom which appeared rusty … The day we checked out the cleaning staff came in before 11am while we were out to breakfast…"

Hyatt Place Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"W"

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

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great house for us five seniors. Very homey, peaceful, a good amount of cookware, the appliances worked well and close enough for access to the museums and of course the famous Mystic Pizza restaurant. By the way the house special pizza was delicious!When I had questions the host replied reasonably fast. We all commented how it was so nice to stay there."

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was helpful and nice"

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."

Coastal Vibes 3BR in Mystic w/ Private Backyard, Outdoor Shower & Firepit

8/10 Good

"Beautiful location and very quiet spot. Backyard is the highlight of the home and includes a sun/ reading room."

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"

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)

You can do some window-shopping at Olde Mistick Village during your stay in Mystic. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its waterfront.

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Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea

9.2/10 (1,007 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea during your trip to Mystic. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its waterfront.

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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)

Learn about the local history of Mystic when you take a trip to Mystic River Bascule Bridge. Stroll along the seaside or visit the casinos in the area.

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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.

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

Expedia has 25 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. Eileen of Mystic

2. The Taber Inne & Suites

3. The Whaler's Inn

4. DELAMAR MYSTIC

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. Harbor View Landing

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

15. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

16. The Hotel Maria

17. Stonecroft Inn

18. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

19. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

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

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Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

Hilton Mystic

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

Hyatt Place Mystic

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

Modern Cape Downtown Mystic

Coastal Vibes 3BR in Mystic w/ Private Backyard, Outdoor Shower & Firepit

Historic Home and Cottage with Seaport View

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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