The Whaler's Inn

Hotel with restaurant, near Mystic River Bascule Bridge

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January 2026

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February 2026

Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; farm to table cuisine - The Whaler's Inn (Mystic)

Lobby sitting area - The Whaler's Inn (Mystic)

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking available
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Bar
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

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

For families (6)

Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Tomorrow

Jan 13 - Jan 14

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

LCD TV

Pillow-top bed

Separate bedroom

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Pillow-top bed

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

37 sq m
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

Classic Room - 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

LCD TV

Pillow-top bed

Separate bedroom

28 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pool
Pet-friendly
Free parking
Free Wi-Fi

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

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About the area

20 E Main St, Mystic, CT, 06355

What's nearby

Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 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
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 20 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 26 min drive
Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 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

‪Mystic Pizza - ‬4 min walk
‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬5 min walk
‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk
‪Engine Room - ‬2 min walk
‪Red 36 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Whaler's Inn

At The Whaler's Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit 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 travellers.

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

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

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

- On-site parking is limited
- Electric vehicle charging point on site
- Free off-site 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

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu

What to do

Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Zip-lining nearby

Working away

Business centre
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 reception
Television in common areas
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-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 curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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 specialises 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 lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's 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 that you 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 spaces may be limited. Electric car 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 on-site 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 such as 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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Whaler's Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The property is surrounded by great restaurants within walking distance, offering a variety of dining options. (4 reviews)

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10/10 Exceptional

19 Sept, 2025

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

10/10 Exceptional

4 Dec, 2025

Well located. Very clean

alvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Sept, 2025

Excellent, right downtown

Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

7 Oct, 2025

Awesome place. Great service and lication. Onsite restaurant was great.

Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 Jul, 2025

Whaler’s inn is a great location with lovely up to date rooms.

Lyndsey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Aug, 2025

Phenomenally cute place and friendly staff an adorable town

Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

31 May, 2025

Wonderful stay. Great location and the restaurant, Shipwrights Daughter was very good.

Robin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 Aug, 2025

We absolutely loved our stay at the Whalers Inn. Wonderful room, accessible parking and just an overall pleasant experience. Would definitely recommend and stay again!

Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 Sept, 2025

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

8/10 Very good

1 Jun, 2025

Great location

Maureen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Aug, 2025

We enjoyed staying at the Whaler’s Inn. Great location. Comfortable room. Very friendly staff. The restaurant in the property is really amazing too!

Clara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

28 Jul, 2025

Charming and cozy place to stay in the heart of mystic. Pillows and linens are perfect!

Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

7 Oct, 2024

Great location, friendly staff and super comfortable beds!

Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

24 Aug, 2025

Great location but the property is very dated particularly for their price point

David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Sept, 2025

Fabulous property. Staff extremely nice & helpful. Beautiful Mystic.

Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

31 Mar, 2025

Loved our stay here! Nice for a quick getaway!

Jacquelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

18 Aug, 2025

I liked the fact that they offered free EV charging.

Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

29 Mar, 2025

Perfect location for a Mystic Seaport adventure. Quaint village with fun shops and great restaurants.

Cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

23 Jul, 2025

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

10/10 Exceptional

1 Oct, 2024

Friendly staff and great location!

Silvia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

14 Sept, 2025

excellent

Bradford, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

21 Oct, 2025

Room was beautiful. Comfortable and quiet. My husband did get cut on the ironing board but the staff provided bandages and antibiotic ointment.

Robin A., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

6 Oct, 2025

Lovely interactions with staff. Adorable clean room and soo welcoming—then popped down for inventive dinner, knowledgable team and great wines! Thank you !🌟

Kate, 1-night trip