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The Whaler's Inn

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Located close to Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Arts Center, The Whaler's Inn provides a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site farm to table cuisine restaurant, The Shipwright's Daughter, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Mystic, The Whaler's Inn is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Beach Park and Misquamicut State Beach, while Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Foxwoods Resort Casino are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Mystic Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Mystic travel guide
Map
20 E Main St, Mystic, CT, 06355

What's nearby

  • A drawbridge over Mystic River, a white building labeled 'Mystic River Inn', and a sign indicating the bridge's clearance height.
    Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A sign for Mystic Seaport, the Museum of America and the Sea, with a stone wall and a wooden fence.
    Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mystic Arts Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mystic Station
    7 min walk
  • T.F. Green Airport (PVD)
    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
  • Engine Room
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 available

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whaler's Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Whaler's Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Whaler's Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Whaler's Inn located?

Located in the heart of Mystic, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Arts Center. Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away. Mystic Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 912 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 912 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 912 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 912 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 912 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and the staff is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Aimee Burgert

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
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jean Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in a top location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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
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10/10 Excellent

Marla

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
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10/10 Excellent

judy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff. Our room was spacious and clean. Parking was scarce but overall would recommend and return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great hotel-room we’re well appointed, staff was great-and it’s in the heart of town.❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mickael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, warm and caring staff. Very good as usual. The place I always stay at in mystic and will continue
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mickael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with view over the bridge. Very friendly and caring staff during all my stay, in particular during the blizzard days..
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lanie

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and super comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whaler’s inn is a great location with lovely up to date rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing. Clean, staff great. Feee lobby coffee and cookies. Wish they had usb cell phone /computer chargers on lamps- had to use plug ins that were not convenient on one side. Art is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Whalers Inn is convenient to everything, it's very comfortable & the staff is more than pleasant they are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great comfortable room. Very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024