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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 cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, featuring a large window and a painting on the wall.

1. Eileen of Mystic

1.9 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

JoAnn

HK$1,868

HK$2,148 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.

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

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

2. The Taber Inne & Suites

2.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Michelle

HK$1,134

HK$1,304 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small round table, a blue patterned rug, a TV mounted on a wall, and a large window with a view of greenery.

3. Hyatt Place Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Beth

HK$965

HK$1,110 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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.

4. The Whaler's Inn

2.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Rebecca

HK$2,218

HK$2,550 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A garden with a pond, a fountain, and a white tent.

A room with a large mirror, Christmas decorations, a table with a red tablecloth, and two lamps.

A room with a Christmas tree, a vintage doll, and a sign reading "Welcome House of 1836 Gardens."

A warmly decorated room with a piano, Christmas decorations, and a mirror.

5. House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens

2.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Linda

HK$2,281

HK$2,623 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

Ruth

HK$1,139

HK$1,310 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A coffee station with four dispensers labeled DARK ROAST, LIGHT ROAST, DECAF ROAST, and HOT WATER, and a wall-mounted coffee cup display above.

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

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

A modern kitchen with a sink, cabinets, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Allain

HK$1,261

HK$1,450 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Best Western Mystic Hotel

0.7 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Sharon

HK$931

HK$1,071 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

9. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

0.9 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

gary

HK$830

HK$955 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled floor, and white lounge chairs.

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

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Clifford

HK$749

HK$861 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

11. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

0.6 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Eric

HK$697

HK$802 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 view from a covered deck with two Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and a rocky shoreline.

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.

12. Harbor View Landing

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

Roisin

HK$1,766

HK$2,031 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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 vineyard with houses and a lake in the background.

13. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

17.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lucille

HK$1,035

HK$1,190 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

14. Stonecroft Inn

6.3 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Oren

HK$1,979

HK$2,371 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

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

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

12.5 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Bruce

HK$863

HK$993 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 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 cozy living room with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a mural on the wall.

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

16. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

10 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

claudio

HK$1,686

HK$1,939 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a red patterned rug, a painting on the wall, and a door.

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

17. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

13 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Lisette

HK$894

HK$1,028 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A corner market with a refrigerated beverage display, snack shelves, and a sign reading "The Corner Market".

A buffet counter with various food items and kitchen appliances.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large blue decorative wall, and a colorful rug.

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

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Uncasville Mohegan Sun Area

17.5 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Sue

HK$982

HK$1,129 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

9.4 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Cynthia

HK$1,088

HK$1,251 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a wooden reception desk, and a large abstract painting.

An indoor swimming pool with metal ladders and a tiled edge.

A well-lit kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various breakfast items displayed.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view of greenery, and wall-mounted lights.

20. Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

17.1 km from Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Perla

HK$855

HK$984 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 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 75 reviews	View
The Taber Inne & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Mystic	9.2 Wonderful 1,165 reviews	View
The Whaler's Inn	9.4 Exceptional 925 reviews	View
House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens	9.4 Exceptional 133 reviews	View

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Best Western Mystic Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great trip to Mystic. The front desk staff were extremely helpful and friendly."

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."

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

10/10 Excellent

"overall wonderful stay"

Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

10/10 Excellent

"It was very quiet and relaxing couldn't hear nobody couldn't hear doors slamming got a great night's sleep it was in good location"

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!"

ALONG THE MYSTIC RIVER @ SEAPORT & AQUARIUM: 5 QUEEN BEDS 1 BUNK BED

8/10 Good

"Thoroughly enjoyed our little family's long weekend in Mystic. The home's location cannot be beaten! We made some everlasting memories in Mystic, and this house is a huge part of that."

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

10/10 Excellent

"The house was perfect for us! It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the outdoor area with a grill. It was close to everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again!"

Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the bold coffee"

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 with a stop 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 exploring the galleries in 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. Visit 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, take a look at the 25 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place 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 traveller 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 are there near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration.

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. Hyatt Place Mystic

4. The Whaler's Inn

5. House of 1833 Bed & Breakfast & Gardens

6. Hilton Mystic

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

8. Best Western Mystic Hotel

9. Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Mystic

11. Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

12. Harbor View Landing

13. The Cottage Inn At Amos Lake

14. Stonecroft Inn

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

16. Abbey's Lantern Hill Inn

17. Hilton Garden Inn Preston Casino Area

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Uncasville Mohegan Sun Area

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

20. Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

Compare popular hotels close to Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

Top Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration Hotel Reviews

Best Western Mystic Hotel

Modern Cape Downtown Mystic

Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic

Mystic River Hotel & Suites Near Casinos

The Seaport Bridgeman - All things Mystic steps from your door

Stones Throw - Seaport 2Min walk

ALONG THE MYSTIC RIVER @ SEAPORT & AQUARIUM: 5 QUEEN BEDS 1 BUNK BED

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

Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic Groton

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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