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Whaler Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this New Bedford hotel

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Lunch and dinner served
Indoor pool
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Street view
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA, 02740
  • Place, Wonder Bowl
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (ADA)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Jacuzzi Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (ADA)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Single Room

Superior King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

New Bedford

In New Bedford .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this New Bedford hotel, you'll find Wonder Bowl and St. Anthony of Padua Church. Buttonwood Park Zoo and New Bedford Museum of Glass are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Wonder Bowl - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • New Bedford Whaling Museum - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Bridgewater State University - 32 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Brown University - 33 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riccardi's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Whaler Inn and Suites

Enjoy the indoor pool at this New Bedford hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An indoor pool, a vending machine, and an ATM are also featured at Whaler Inn and Suites. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this New Bedford hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Conference center
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whaler Inn and Suites offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking 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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 52-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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

The front desk is open Monday - Wednesday (6:00 AM - 9:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is C0005132010. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

New Bedford Inn
Whaler Inn New Bedford
Whaler Inn and Suites Hotel
Whaler Inn and Suites New Bedford
Whaler Inn and Suites Hotel New Bedford

Whaler Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 80 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

10/10 Excellent

Johnna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kate, Williamsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is under construction, but my stay was still perfect. Excellent front desk staff, hotel pub was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Staff & service
Room comfy, easy to access without going outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I have stayed here twice now and we absolutely love it. The location is perfect—close to everything but still feels private and relaxing. Our room was spotless and cozy, and the heart-shaped jacuzzi is such a fun, romantic touch. The attached bar is a huge bonus. It stays open until 2 a.m., so we never had to leave the property to find entertainment. The drink specials were incredible—don’t miss the pumpkin martini or the amazing energy-drink cocktail, both were to die for. This hotel has quickly become our go-to for a quick getaway, and we can’t wait for our next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was okay clean an the environment was quiet breakfast was mid but at the end it was good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Work in progress

I’m not sure our room was 💯ready for use after a recent remodel. I don’t think all chalking was done in the bathroom. The soap dispensers either haven’t been filled yet or weren’t working. Enjoyed our evening meal at the attached Pub.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arbay

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jillian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay. The room was nice. Hot tub was great. Ate at Ryan’s pub, food was great. The atmosphere was welcoming and staff was polite. Definitely a relaxing experience even if the pool was chilly. All over great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could have used more/better towels by the jacuzzi tub. The sheets were gritty and didnt stay on the bed that well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Maplewood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting New Bedford. Check-in was a breeze, friendly and professional team, a pleasure to speak with. Rooms are spacious, and there is plenty of free parking. Convenient location, too. There's even an indoor pool, good for families!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Russell

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ceanna

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly everything was very clean and all upgraded property I will stay there again when I go back to newbedford.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025