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Whaler Inn and Suites

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A pub interior with a sign for Ryan's Pub, a pick-up area, and a bar visible through the open door. - Whaler Inn and Suites (New Bedford)
A reception area with a counter, seating, a digital kiosk, and a chalkboard with a menu. - Whaler Inn and Suites (New Bedford)
A hotel room with two beds, a window, a wall-mounted light, and a door. - Whaler Inn and Suites (New Bedford)
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by black lounge chairs and tables. - Whaler Inn and Suites (New Bedford)
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, a table, and a TV. - Whaler Inn and Suites (New Bedford)
At Whaler Inn and Suites, you can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Ryans Pub, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free WiFi in public areas and a conference center are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

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View all photos for Superior King Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A spa room with a red jacuzzi, two side tables with plants, a sofa, and a tiled floor.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small kitchenette.

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior King Room with Pool View

A hotel interior with a central corridor, multiple rooms with windows, and a carpeted floor.

Superior King Room with Pool View

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel interior with a central corridor, multiple rooms with windows, and a carpeted floor.

Superior Double Room with Pool View

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in New Bedford, Whaler Inn and Suites is near the airport and near a train station. New Bedford Museum of Glass and Gallery X are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wonder Bowl and Buttonwood Park Zoo. Dartmouth Cultural Center and Cornell Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our New Bedford travel guide
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500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA, 02740

What's nearby

  • A whale tail sculpture mounted on a brick wall.
    New Bedford Whaling Museum
    6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • A red brick building with a central arched entrance and a clock tower.
    Brown University
    38 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Wonder Bowl
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast
    17 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Rhode Island Convention Center
    40 min drive - 36.0 miles

Getting around

  • Middleboro-Lakeville Station
    24 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Celia's Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Cumberland Farms
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    3 min drive
  • Cumberland Farms
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ryans Pub

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor pool
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Local artist showcase

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 11:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0005132010
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Whaler Inn and Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Whaler Inn and Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whaler Inn and Suites?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM–2:00 AM, and from 4:00 PM–2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Whaler Inn and Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Whaler Inn and Suites located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wonder Bowl and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Anthony of Padua Church and Buttonwood Park Zoo. New Bedford Museum of Glass and Southcoast Health are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Whaler Inn and Suites Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 256 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and affordable place to stay. The restaurant that is on site is good and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing! Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was absolutely amazing! Dinner was great with reasonable prices! Front desk staff was extremely helpful! Super management!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms are very clean! Most comfortable bed that I have had in a hotel in years! I stay all around the USA.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing! Room is clean and bed is thick and comfy!! Pool is great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All the employees are amazing! Everyone is super helpful! The room is spotless! I love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and updated room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice restaurant with entertainment. Basic continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My room was perfectly clean. Bed was amazingly comfortable! Biggest fluffiest towels I have had in any hotel in ages!!! The pool was great! The staff is amazing! The food at Ryan’s pubs is delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very convenient having a restaurant/bar on the property. Rooms are clean but have some minor maintenance issues.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Waited over 15 minutes for the person at the front desk to finish a phone call before being helped. Rooms are newly renovated, the bed is comfortable and place is clean and relatively quiet overall. The best part of this motel is the restaurant attached, Ryan’s Pub. Excellent food and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean, and the hotel was well maintained. We also enjoyed dining at Ryan’s Pub—the food was absolutely delicious. Overall, a great stay with comfortable accommodations and excellent food. I would happily return and recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The staff were all super friendly. The room was nice and clean, updated recently. The bathroom and shower were fantastic, the view on the oceanside was lovely. The beds were HARD as a rock, not comfortable at all. Breakfast was so so, typical cereal, yogurt, waffles. The breakfast needs set up better, they had sausage on a different counter from all the other food, I don't think anyone noticed it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay! The outside may look like it needs renovation (probably forthcoming), but our room was newly renovated and very nice. They even thoughtfully included built-in charging stations on both nightstands. The rate (through Expedia) was very reasonable, compared to other properties in the area. The breakfast included coffee, several juices, two different cereals, oatmeal, muffins, granola bars, yogurt, and a Belgium waffle machine. Didn't use the indoor pool, but it looked fabulous. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was not available to use it was part of a suite. Miss lead in booking. Room was awful. 3 inch gab on the door. Bugs entered. No trash barrel. Coffee pot broken. Pool was ok and entertainment was great at the pub. Floors were not clean. We did alert front desk about the door issue maintenance never came.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were all super nice, and helpful! Plus this hotel has a full restaurant and bar. It was conveniently licated right off the interstate, too! I enjoyed my stay there! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was good, bathroom good, sink needed repair work and walkways needed maintenance. Restaurant was good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very kind and helpful. That's about where it ends. The property is dated on exterior. The rooms are ok, but the bathroom is just a hair bigger than an airplane bathroom and with no vent the moisture from a hot shower makes everything soaking wet. Stayed over summer so humidity is expected, but the moisture in the room makes the floor and furniture have a dampness to it. Had to be careful not to slip The outlet for coffeemaker didn't work and a hot shower made the fire alarm go off. Not an ideal stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place, very clean room with in room hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

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There was mold in the bathroom and the heating/airconditioning unit leaked water. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Everything worked. Friendly front desk staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great time loved the in room juzzi!! Kids loved it to! It was quite and clean will be coming here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was perfect! The price was right too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From check in everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Staff nice , rooms clean , wish I had more time to use their pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025