The Whaler'S Inn – A Favorite for Families in Mystic
About the Hotel
Historic Accommodations with Modern Comforts
The Whaler's Inn offers 45 guestrooms across five historic buildings. Rooms include Tuft and Needle mattresses, flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffee makers, and individually controlled heating/air conditioning. The Stanton House features river-view suites with private balconies and indoor-outdoor fireplaces. The Hoxie House offers gas fireplaces and air-jet soaking tubs with Mystic River views. Family-friendly options include Junior Suites with bunk beds and separate sleeping areas.
James Beard Award-Winning Dining
The Shipwright's Daughter, the hotel's on-site restaurant, serves modern New England cuisine with daily changing menus based on seasonal ingredients. Open seven days a week with weekend brunch service. The restaurant features a dining room that combines maritime elements with urban bistro style. It is the first Connecticut restaurant to win a James Beard Award since 2006.
Downtown Mystic Location
Located in historic downtown Mystic, steps from the Mystic River and Bascule Drawbridge. The property is 0.5 km from Mystic Seaport Museum, 0.3 km from Mystic River Park, and 2 km from Olde Mistick Village. The Mystic Aquarium is 2.5 km away. The hotel is accessible from Interstate 95 and near Connecticut cities including Groton, Stonington, and New London.
Meeting and Event Spaces
The Stanton House features a modern event space with state-of-the-art A/V equipment, accommodating up to 30 guests boardroom-style or 45 for receptions. The Willits Dyer Ansel room provides private meeting space adjacent to The Shipwright's Daughter restaurant. The hotel offers wedding block accommodations and corporate meeting services with catering from the James Beard Award-winning kitchen.
24-Hour Guest Services
Front desk service operates 24 hours with concierge assistance for dinner reservations, directions, and transportation. The hotel provides discounted tickets to local attractions including Mystic Seaport Museum. Complimentary coffee is available in the lobby throughout the day. The property features Roku streaming service in rooms and offers a rewards program with stays at Select Registry properties.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor