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Whaler Inn and Suites

Property class: 2
Enjoy the indoor pool at this New Bedford hotel

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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.
A reception area with a counter, seating, a digital kiosk, and a chalkboard with a menu.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by black lounge chairs and tables.
A hotel room with two beds, a window, a wall-mounted light, and a door.
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, a table, and a TV.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA, 02740
  • Place, Wonder Bowl
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, New Bedford Whaling Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown University
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (ADA)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (ADA)

A hotel room with two beds, a window, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King Bed, Non Smoking, Parking Lot View

A hotel room with a television, a mini-fridge, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a coffee maker, and a potted plant.

Deluxe King Bed, Non Smoking, Parking Lot View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with blinds, and an air conditioning unit.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a window, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a window, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen 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

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room with Pool View

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

Superior Double Room with Pool View

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Parking Lot View

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Parking Lot View

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

New Bedford

Close to airport.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 - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • New Bedford Whaling Museum - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Water Wizz - 29 min drive - 25.5 miles
  • Brown University - 38 min drive - 34.5 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' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪My Place Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

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 karaoke 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)
  • Karaoke
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whaler Inn and Suites offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Bathrooms include showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor pool
  • Karaoke
  • 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.
  • 8 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

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

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
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
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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whaler Inn and Suites to the airport?

Whaler Inn and Suites is 1.9 mi (3-min drive) away from the New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whaler Inn and Suites?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whaler Inn and Suites on Sep 13, 2026 start from $129, 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.

Does Whaler Inn and Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whaler Inn and Suites.

How close is Whaler Inn and Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 6.1 mi (9-min drive) from Fort Phoenix State Reservation and 12.9 mi (18-min drive) from Hollywoods Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Whaler Inn and Suites offer free breakfast?

Whaler Inn and Suites offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Whaler Inn and Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Tiverton (18-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Whaler Inn and Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Whaler Inn and Suites have a pool?

Whaler Inn and Suites features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Whaler Inn and Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Whaler Inn and Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Whaler Inn and Suites to downtown New Bedford?

Whaler Inn and Suites is 1.8 mi away from New Bedford.

Whaler Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 194 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are attentive and the rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bar and live music excellent. Not much to choose from in regard to Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very clean room with in room hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

William

Renovated older hotel. Renovation is ongoing but nice. No closet or anywhere to hang clothes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, but a little chilly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Everything worked. Friendly front desk staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect! The price was right too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

10/10 Excellent

Corey

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Room and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is affordable and very nice. It is older but a lot of upgrades have been and are still being done. Tina at the reception desk was very pleasant and informative. Great customer service! The only reason I took off 1 star was the bathtub was not the best. Other than that it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a very limited choice. We weren't told that we could eat in the bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place wish there was a connection to the pool especially for the cold months. pool was nice and happy they had pool toys. room was clean. just wish there were more available towels, pilliws and bed was not comfortable to my liking it was really hard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

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