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The Whaler's Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Mystic River Bascule Bridge

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Steps from Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Arts Center, The Whaler's Inn offers a warm welcome with farm to table cuisine at The Shipwright's Daughter restaurant. Enjoy breakfast, brunch or dinner in the cozy atmosphere, relax by the lobby fireplace or take advantage of WiFi and business center amenities. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$286 nightly
The total price is $328
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room - 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room - 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 E Main St, Mystic, CT, 06355

What's nearby

  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mystic Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 20 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 26 min drive
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 48 min drive
  • Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 89 min drive
  • Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 128 min drive
  • Montauk, NY (MTP) - 19.6 miles/31.5 km
  • East Hampton, NY (HTO) - 30.8 miles/49.6 km
  • Mystic Station - 7 min walk
  • New London Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Westerly Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Captain Daniel Packer Inne - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Popover Eatery Mystic - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Whaler's Inn

  • The Whaler's Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Arts Center. 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Due to the historic nature of the property, guest rooms are not ADA compliant
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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
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Free offsite parking within 10 ft
    • Street parking available
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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

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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 Foxwoods Resort Casino (19-min drive) and Rainmaker Casino (19-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.

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Reviews

The Whaler's Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

This was a short stay but because of the central location it was easy to see and enjoy both the hotel property, its restaurant and the shopping nearby.
Marla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room and location
Erika, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a great hotel-room we’re well appointed, staff was great-and it’s in the heart of town.❤️
Timothy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Very clean
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Inn was really cute in a great little town! Perfect location makes the entire town walkable
Lanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Updated, very comfortable and clean rooms. The front desk staff were friendly. The restaurant is amazing. We returned for a second dinner during our short visit! Highly recommend
Nina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Whaler’s inn is a great location with lovely up to date rooms.
Lyndsey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Great comfortable room. Very convenient location
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Great location and the restaurant, Shipwrights Daughter was very good.
Robin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Whalers Inn is convenient to everything, it's very comfortable & the staff is more than pleasant they are very helpful.
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was amazing. Bed is superb, great view, fireplace and jet tub.
Alexandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and super comfortable beds!
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place. Great service and lication. Onsite restaurant was great.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well located. Very clean
alvin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about this property - incredible location, amazing staff and beautiful facility! Very comfortable beds! Will stay again if we ever return to Mystic :)
Lori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and great location!
Silvia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for a Mystic Seaport adventure. Quaint village with fun shops and great restaurants.
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay, very welcoming and relaxing. Location is perfect for strolling around
Adam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous staff and accomdations
Kristina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous property. Staff extremely nice & helpful. Beautiful Mystic.
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was perfect
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here the weekend and had a great time. The staff was very welcoming and friendly.
Miguel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming stay in heart of walkable town

Wonderful stay at the Whalers Inn! Helpful, communicative and friendly staff in all areas. Food was delicious at on-site restaurant, and there were many great food/shopping options within a walkable distance as well. Loved the views from the lobby porch rocking chairs and cute array of gifts in shop.
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quaint historic building with access to so many cool things cool views, and great places to eat!
Joseph, 1-night trip