Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mystic Seaport - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 9 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 17 min drive
T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 47 min drive
Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 125 min drive
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 160 min drive
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 19.6 miles/31.5 km
East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 30.9 miles/49.7 km
Mystic Station - 7 min walk
New London Union Station - 13 min drive
Foxwoods Casino Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Mystic Pizza - 5 min walk
Sift Bake Shop - 5 min walk
Mystic Drawbridge Ice-Cream - 2 min walk
Engine Room - 3 min walk
Taquerio - 7 min walk
About this property
The Whaler's Inn
At The Whaler's Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Shipwright's Daughter, which serves farm to table cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Due to the historic nature of the property, guest rooms are not ADA compliant
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 3 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free offsite parking within 10 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (452 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Built in 1865
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
The Shipwright's Daughter - This restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 28 per person
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Whaler's Inn
Whaler's Inn Mystic
Whaler's Mystic
The Whaler`s Hotel Mystic
The Whaler's Inn Hotel
The Whaler's Inn Mystic
The Whaler's Inn Hotel Mystic
Frequently asked questions
Does The Whaler's Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Whaler's Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Whaler's Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Whaler's Inn?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Whaler's Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Whaler's Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Rainmaker Casino (19-min drive) and Foxwoods Resort Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Whaler's Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near The Whaler's Inn?
Yes, The Shipwright's Daughter offers farm to table cuisine.
What's the area around The Whaler's Inn like?
The Whaler's Inn is in the heart of Mystic, a short 7-minute walk from Mystic Station and 12 minutes' walk from Mystic Seaport. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
ANN
ANN, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Colletta was gracious and helpful getting us checked in and settled, showing us around. Everything is clean and fresh. Roomy and comfortable.
Debra Hill
Debra Hill, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
The location
Angela
Angela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Jenna
Jenna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2024
Very good but not spectacular.
The Whalers Inn is a lovely hotel right in the best most walkable part of town. For the location alone it is worth a premium. Having said this, the rooms are not particularly special and spacious, the walls are quite thin so noise travels, so the facilities are not at the level of the location. Hotel has a very nice feel though and the staff are very attentive, polite and helpful.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Awesome!!!
Great hotel, perfect location, excellent staff!
Ruben
Ruben, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Our room was very comfortable and I loved the decor. We can't wait to visit again!
wendy
wendy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 30, 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Nice hotel with a 19th Century vibe
Really enjoyed my stay. Extremely friendly staff. Nice room with a comfortable bed and chair and a great shower, although in this day and age there should be a USB recharging jack somewhere in the room.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Close to everything !
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
Great location! Fabulous front desk staff. Brian and Colette were both awesome! Highly recommend
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
Staff is awesome! They called after we left to let us know our daughter left her stuffed animal in our room by mistake & held it for us until we were able to return to puck up.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
Very nice place to stay! Close to everything! Will definitely come back!
Laure
Laure, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 2, 2024
Nice room. Bathroom small. Everything clean. Afternoon cookies. Location ideal to walk around.
Victoria D
Victoria D, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Awesome experience all the way around. Staff is great, property is nice and located right near everything!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
I had a wonderful stay at The Whalers inn. The location is perfect- just a stone throw away from the mystic high street full of shops cafes and restaurants. The staff were so helpful- especially Joe who arranged to retrieve an earring I lost down the sink the day I was checking out and posted it to my next destination.
Joanna
Joanna, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 12, 2024
Cute Hotel
Staff was really nice. Cute hotel. We stayed in the refurbished older section which was nice but a bit pricey for the accommodations. Shipwrecks Daughter restaurant and bar were great! Excellent location for walking around downtown Mystic.
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
CHRISTINE
CHRISTINE, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2024
Nice facility, very accessible to downtown Mystic.