The two-pearl Howard Johnson Mystic, located near I-95, is in transition -- about half of its 77 guest rooms are under renovation and won't be ready until spring 2016, with the other half slated for updates by 2017. Available rooms are clean and include mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but decor is dark, and the furniture shows wear. Located near many attractions, the hotel has an attractive indoor pool and small fitness center at budget-friendly rates. Travelers might want to also consider the nearby Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic.
The two-pearl Howard Johnson Mystic, located near I-95, is in transition -- about half of its 77 guest rooms are under renovation and won't be ready until spring 2016, with the other half slated for updates by 2017. Available rooms are clean and include mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but decor is dark, and the furniture shows wear. Located near many attractions, the hotel has an attractive indoor pool and small fitness center at budget-friendly rates. Travelers might want to also consider the nearby Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic.
The lower-middle-range Holiday Inn Express Mystic is centrally located near the I-95 and within close walking distance to the Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mistick Village's numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options. The 77 guest rooms are spacious and well-maintained with mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. A free buffet breakfast with a decent variety of hot and cold options is available each morning. The hotel has an attractive indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, as well as a rather shabby fitness center. For business travelers, there's a 24-hour business center, free Wi-Fi, and ample free on-site parking. Travelers might want to also consider the nearby Quality Inn, with similar cheaper rates and free breakfast buffet.
The lower-middle-range Holiday Inn Express Mystic is centrally located near the I-95 and within close walking distance to the Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mistick Village's numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options. The 77 guest rooms are spacious and well-maintained with mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. A free buffet breakfast with a decent variety of hot and cold options is available each morning. The hotel has an attractive indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, as well as a rather shabby fitness center. For business travelers, there's a 24-hour business center, free Wi-Fi, and ample free on-site parking. Travelers might want to also consider the nearby Quality Inn, with similar cheaper rates and free breakfast buffet.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Mystic has modern nautical designs inspired by the seaport, and a location across from the Mystic Aquarium. The entire hotel was remodeled in 2015 to include a stylish bar and restaurant, plus chic glass fireplaces on the outdoor terrace. Natural light fills the indoor pool and the gym is modernly equipped with Precor cardio machines. Gray interior design schemes create a modern feel in the 182 rooms, which offer mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and in the suites, whirlpool tubs. In addition to tourists, many business travelers stay here to use the hotel’s multiple conference spaces, including ballrooms; they'll likely also find the 24-hour business center and 24-hour market convenient. Pets, however, aren’t allowed, unlike at the nearby Hyatt Place Mystic.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Mystic has modern nautical designs inspired by the seaport, and a location across from the Mystic Aquarium. The entire hotel was remodeled in 2015 to include a stylish bar and restaurant, plus chic glass fireplaces on the outdoor terrace. Natural light fills the indoor pool and the gym is modernly equipped with Precor cardio machines. Gray interior design schemes create a modern feel in the 182 rooms, which offer mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and in the suites, whirlpool tubs. In addition to tourists, many business travelers stay here to use the hotel’s multiple conference spaces, including ballrooms; they'll likely also find the 24-hour business center and 24-hour market convenient. Pets, however, aren’t allowed, unlike at the nearby Hyatt Place Mystic.
Perched on the riverfront, the three-pearl Steamboat Inn is a charming property next to Mystic's historical drawbridge. The location offers boat slips and is within walking distance to downtown’s restaurants, galleries, and shops. Guests can also borrow bikes to explore on wheels. The 11 rooms are decorated in antique furnishings and feature lovely river views, and some have fireplaces or kitchenettes. A simple breakfast is provided for free, along with sherry and snacks in the evening. Parking and Wi-Fi are additional free perks. Guests may want to compare rates at the Whaler’s Inn, which has an on-site restaurant.
Perched on the riverfront, the three-pearl Steamboat Inn is a charming property next to Mystic's historical drawbridge. The location offers boat slips and is within walking distance to downtown’s restaurants, galleries, and shops. Guests can also borrow bikes to explore on wheels. The 11 rooms are decorated in antique furnishings and feature lovely river views, and some have fireplaces or kitchenettes. A simple breakfast is provided for free, along with sherry and snacks in the evening. Parking and Wi-Fi are additional free perks. Guests may want to compare rates at the Whaler’s Inn, which has an on-site restaurant.
The three-pearl Hyatt Mystic Place, off I-95 in scenic Mystic, has 79 guest rooms with separate sitting areas that include sofa beds, desks, wet bars, and mini-fridges -- but bathrooms are a bit small. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and there's a heated outdoor pool. Be aware that prices rise during summer tourist season. For a nearby alternative, travelers might want to compare rates with the Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic.
The three-pearl Hyatt Mystic Place, off I-95 in scenic Mystic, has 79 guest rooms with separate sitting areas that include sofa beds, desks, wet bars, and mini-fridges -- but bathrooms are a bit small. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and there's a heated outdoor pool. Be aware that prices rise during summer tourist season. For a nearby alternative, travelers might want to compare rates with the Hampton Inn & Suites Mystic.
The no-frills and homey 120-room Quality Inn appeals to budget travelers with a convenient location beside I-95, near the Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mistick Village. Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, sparsely equipped gym, and bicycle rentals. Free hot breakfast is served in a dining room with a computer corner. The service gets hectic, so a meeting room is used for overflow seating. Next door is Frank’s Gourmet Grille. Comfy, plain rooms have flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers; mini-fridges, microwaves, and sofa beds are available. The property needs renovating, but most guests overlook the rough edges for a value stay in a good location. The Hyatt Place Mystic offers more stylishly furnished rooms and only slightly higher rates.
The no-frills and homey 120-room Quality Inn appeals to budget travelers with a convenient location beside I-95, near the Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mistick Village. Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, sparsely equipped gym, and bicycle rentals. Free hot breakfast is served in a dining room with a computer corner. The service gets hectic, so a meeting room is used for overflow seating. Next door is Frank’s Gourmet Grille. Comfy, plain rooms have flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers; mini-fridges, microwaves, and sofa beds are available. The property needs renovating, but most guests overlook the rough edges for a value stay in a good location. The Hyatt Place Mystic offers more stylishly furnished rooms and only slightly higher rates.