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The Whaler's Inn

3.0 star property

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Reception
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Reception
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; farm to table cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room - 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room - 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room - 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Mystic

The Whaler's Inn places you next to Mystic River Bascule Bridge and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Mystic Arts Center. This 45-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mystic Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mystic Seaport - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Captain Daniel Packer Inne - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Popover Eatery Mystic - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Whaler's Inn

Guests of The Whaler's Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Free offsite parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Whaler's Inn?

The Whaler's Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of May 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whaler's Inn on May 21, 2026 start from $363, 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.

What's there to do close to The Whaler's Inn?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Mystic, just steps from Mystic River Bascule Bridge, and within a 10-minute walk of Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea. You'll also find Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Whaler's Inn?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Does The Whaler's Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, The Whaler's Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Whaler's Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Whaler's Inn?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms feature a fireplace.

Does The Whaler's Inn have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Whaler's Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Whaler's Inn serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Shipwright's Daughter.

Does The Whaler's Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Whaler's Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does The Whaler's Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Whaler's Inn?

The closest major airport to The Whaler's Inn is New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is 9.6 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field), which is located 18.2 mi away (89-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Whaler's Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Whaler's Inn.

Does The Whaler's Inn host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Whaler's Inn.

The Whaler's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 865 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 865 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 865 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 865 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 865 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

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

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated, very comfortable and clean rooms. The front desk staff were friendly. The restaurant is amazing. We returned for a second dinner during our short visit! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Boaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic quintessential also a little old. Can hear every footsteps above
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Elijah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was very nice but never texted when our room was ready. The room is nice but not worth the amount of money paid for it. Stayed in hotels for half the money and were 5 times as nice including amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

alvin

Liked: Staff & service
Well located. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing. Bed is superb, great view, fireplace and jet tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely amazing!!!!! Everyone and everything was outstanding and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We did not eat breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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