Hotels in Mystic, CT

From a beautiful waterfront district and historic buildings to stunning ocean views and fresh local seafood, Mystic is a captivating town with something for everyone. Experience the city’s thriving port culture at the Mystic Seaport Museum. Here, you can hop aboard the Charles W. Morgan, the last wooden whaleship in the world, and learn about sea adventures in the Great Age of Sail. A fully-recreated 19th-century seafaring village makes for an unforgettable visit where you can meet blacksmiths, fishermen, printers, and shipwrights. The museum’s planetarium offers a fascinating insight in the planets and stars that guided early sailors and there are exciting exhibitions of history, art and artifacts.  

Plan to book a room at one of our downtown Mystic hotels to easily explore Historic Downtown Mystic’s quaint waterfront district, colonial-era sea homes, church steeples and iconic landmarks like the Mystic Bascule Bridge. Downtown is also home to an array of shopping, restaurants, galleries and entertainment. You’ll also be minutes away from the Mystic Aquarium. This marine sanctuary is the largest outdoor beluga habitat in the country and one of only two U.S. facilities home to Steller sea lions. Stop by to meet the aquatic creatures in their element, including a ray and shark touch pool, a penguin exhibit, a jellyfish gallery and a dinosaur exhibit. This is a must-see attraction that has something fun for all ages.  

For a true New England experience, head to B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill. Established in 1881, it is the oldest steam-powered cider mill in the country, and today, it serves up hard ciders, apple wine, jams, jellies and other local favorites. There’s nothing better than a piping hot apple cider donut to warm up on a foggy Connecticut morning. Don’t miss this deliciously decadent stop while you’re in town! 

Experience the Mystic River and kayak, canoe or paddle board down the beautiful water’s edge. The Mystic River Park sits alongside the river and has a paved boardwalk perfect for walking, fishing or just taking in the waves. The Mystic Museum of Art is more than 100 years old and displays art and culture pieces from around the region. Visit the galleries of paintings, drawings and artifacts to learn about the fishing town’s past and present artists. Located on the banks of the Mystic River, a visit to the museum is as scenic as some of the beautiful landscape depictions in its artworks.

Be sure to head to the Olde Mistick Village for a unique shopping experience unlike any other. Here, specialty shops and restaurants and found in a 1720-style colonial village, featuring a town square, duck pond, birdhouses and a gazebo. Stroll through the step back in time while picking up a souvenir from your trip. Olde Mistick Village truly offers the quintessential seaside village experience that’s popular with both visitors and locals. When it’s time to rest your head, we have the top hotels in Mystic for a night of relaxing comfort.  

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