The Whaler's Inn

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

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Bicycling
Reception
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $254
includes taxes & fees
$221 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 400 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 7 min walk
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 10 min walk
  • Mystic Seaport - 12 min walk
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 3 min drive

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

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

ANN, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Barbara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Colletta was gracious and helpful getting us checked in and settled, showing us around. Everything is clean and fresh. Roomy and comfortable.
Debra Hill, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location
Angela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jenna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome!!!
Great hotel, perfect location, excellent staff!
Ruben, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Leslie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was very comfortable and I loved the decor. We can't wait to visit again!
wendy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything !
Patrick, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Fabulous front desk staff. Brian and Colette were both awesome! Highly recommend
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay! Close to everything! Will definitely come back!
Laure, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice room. Bathroom small. Everything clean. Afternoon cookies. Location ideal to walk around.
Victoria D, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome experience all the way around. Staff is great, property is nice and located right near everything!
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

CHRISTINE, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice facility, very accessible to downtown Mystic.
Richard, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and quaint
Cathy, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Great restaurant."
Reasons to Book
Nearby Parking & Onsite Restaurant/Bar
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM