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The Whaler's Inn

Property class: 3

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A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and blue chairs. Tables are set with wine glasses and cutlery.
A spacious living room with a large window, a blue cabinet, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern.
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A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a tiled backsplash, and bar stools.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$397
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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20 E Main St, Mystic, CT, 06355
  • Place, Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view.

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room - 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a red nightstand, a white armchair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Classic Room - 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Mystic

The Whaler's Inn places you in the centre of Mystic, steps from Mystic River Bascule Bridge and within a short 5-minute stroll of Mystic Arts Center. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Shipwright's Daughter, serves farm to table cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 452 square feet (42 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Mystic hotel, you'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea.

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
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 7 min walk
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Red 36 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Whaler's Inn

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 452 square feet (42 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Whaler's Inn.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mystic hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 452 sq ft of conference space
  • 42 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1865
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Whaler's Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 3 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Shipwright's Daughter

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 452 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1865
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 28 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Whaler's Inn?

The Whaler's Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whaler's Inn?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whaler's Inn on 3 Dec 2026 start from NZ$397, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Whaler's Inn?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Whaler's Inn?

The closest beach to The Whaler's Inn is Misquamicut State Beach (13.5 km).

What makes The Whaler's Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Whaler's Inn.

Does The Whaler's Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Whaler's Inn?

No, The Whaler's Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Whaler's Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves farm to table cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Whaler's Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Whaler's Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Whaler's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 938 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 938 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 938 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 938 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 938 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and the staff is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a couple of nights. Location was perfect and staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, right in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfasts at the restaurant were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we could have stayed longer. Hotel was great, perfect location. Staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in historic Mystic. The Inn is so charming and perfectly located. The staff are amazing, welcoming and efficient. Our king room was beautiful and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not only is the Whaler’s a lovely property but it’s location is perfect for walking and a short drive to other sites.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in a top location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a great location and the restaurant on property was Devine! The food was incredible and the wait staff were awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant, Shipwright’s Daughter, has an unforgettable dinner, that alone is worth a detour to Mystic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring- centrally located. Excellent on grounds restaurant. Staff super accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very convenient to walk to all the shops and restaurants. The front desk staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Charming hotel but very small room . Breakfast was expensive. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Close to everything . Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location - walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! The staff was great, room was beautiful, and the hotel was close to everything. Eating at Shipwrights Daughter is a must!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful & quaint —right at town center also!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and super comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The deluxe room with Riverview was very comfortable and clean. We appreciated the fireplace and air jet tub. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inn was really cute in a great little town! Perfect location makes the entire town walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Great location and the restaurant, Shipwrights Daughter was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025