Name: Whalers Inn and Suites
Address: 500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States of America, New Bedford, Massachusetts, US
Price range: $108–$169 per night
Rating: 7

What guests think

Reviews of Whalers Inn and Suites describe a friendly, convenient stay with comfortable, often updated rooms and a popular on-site pub, though ongoing renovations, basic breakfast, and an indoor pool with inconsistent temperature shape expectations.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many found rooms tidy, but several reported issues like bugs, mold, gritty sheets, and strong deodorizer scents. The location works well for drivers visiting New Bedford, though it is not very walkable and a few guests mentioned safety or lighting concerns around the property. Overall, expect practical lodging with useful amenities and some trade-offs.

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Rooms

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Location

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Facilities

Renovations are ongoing, the on-site pub is a highlight, and an indoor pool is available though several guests found it too cold. Breakfast is basic with limited variety, and parking is ample, with a few lighting/security concerns noted.

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8

Michael

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is perfect for the cost. The rooms are a bit smaller, but they are clean and comfortable. Pool is great, parking ample, and breakfast is good enough. Stay here with confidence. This is better than the average star reviews posted.

6

Eve

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Room was clean, bed comfortable, shower and tub good. It had a strong scent of some air freshener--too much for my taste; I had to leave the door open for a while to air it out. Only one window, facing the grounds and next to the door, didn't open. The grounds are fine, the staff also fine. It's on a local highway so nowhere to walk to, but convenient for driving. The breakfast is really minimal, with no tables. I chose this place over the New Bedford Harbor Hotel based on some poor reviews there, but in retrospect, given that I wanted to see New Bedford, would have picked that place--great downtown location (2 blocks from whaling museum), much more complete breakfast.

8

Jon

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A reasonably well run facility with obvious on going updates. More attention is needed on maintenance upkeep and site security. Cameras and increased lighting could help. Site and directional signage would also be helpful.

6

Nauamy

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I didn’t like how the pool was freezing and weren’t able to use it. It’s the #1 reason we booked there.

10

Danielle

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Gregory

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is under construction, but my stay was still perfect. Excellent front desk staff, hotel pub was great.

10

Helen

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Ralph

Dec 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!

8

noelle

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in and check. Convenient location. Hotel is undergoing renovations but overall in good condition.

10

Patricia

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean, but reports of bugs, mold, gritty sheets, and heavy air freshener indicate inconsistent housekeeping and maintenance standards.

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8

Michael

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is perfect for the cost. The rooms are a bit smaller, but they are clean and comfortable. Pool is great, parking ample, and breakfast is good enough. Stay here with confidence. This is better than the average star reviews posted.

6

Eve

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Room was clean, bed comfortable, shower and tub good. It had a strong scent of some air freshener--too much for my taste; I had to leave the door open for a while to air it out. Only one window, facing the grounds and next to the door, didn't open. The grounds are fine, the staff also fine. It's on a local highway so nowhere to walk to, but convenient for driving. The breakfast is really minimal, with no tables. I chose this place over the New Bedford Harbor Hotel based on some poor reviews there, but in retrospect, given that I wanted to see New Bedford, would have picked that place--great downtown location (2 blocks from whaling museum), much more complete breakfast.

8

noelle

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean good service. Remodeling at this time

2

Heidi

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was nasty mold around jacuzzi. Only 2 small towels 2 the room. Blanket was not for a king size bed. Bed is hard as a rock. Room smelled horrible. Totally over priced for the room

4

zach

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Mold on the sheets, you get what you pay for

2

Edward

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This company should be ashamed for booking someone in this place. Toom filled with flys and other unidentifiable bugs. AC unit kept reseting amd tripping the breaker, no soap. Local Law enforcement says this is a high crime area

6

MICHAEL

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Could have used more/better towels by the jacuzzi tub. The sheets were gritty and didnt stay on the bed that well.

10

Latoya

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff very friendly everything was very clean and all upgraded property I will stay there again when I go back to newbedford.

10

Ralph

Dec 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!

6

Mariela

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

we found bugs on our bed and i requested a new room and they only offered me new sheets, didnt even change them for me, just handed us a garbage bag with sheets. the shower was dirty and the water didn't go down.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and updated, with some suites featuring in-room jacuzzis, though a few guests found mattresses very firm and noted minor quirks like non-opening windows or light gaps at doors.

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8

Natasha

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the inside of the rooms ! Very updated

8

Michael

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is perfect for the cost. The rooms are a bit smaller, but they are clean and comfortable. Pool is great, parking ample, and breakfast is good enough. Stay here with confidence. This is better than the average star reviews posted.

6

Eve

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Room was clean, bed comfortable, shower and tub good. It had a strong scent of some air freshener--too much for my taste; I had to leave the door open for a while to air it out. Only one window, facing the grounds and next to the door, didn't open. The grounds are fine, the staff also fine. It's on a local highway so nowhere to walk to, but convenient for driving. The breakfast is really minimal, with no tables. I chose this place over the New Bedford Harbor Hotel based on some poor reviews there, but in retrospect, given that I wanted to see New Bedford, would have picked that place--great downtown location (2 blocks from whaling museum), much more complete breakfast.

10

Danielle

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

2

Frank

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds are hard as rock. Not a comfortable stay.

8

Wendy

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the large tub suite. Room itself looks beautiful except gap on at bottom if door let kight and bugs in. Sink was slow. Maintenance did not fix while we were there. Exterior of building ceilings, doors, stairwells needs maintenance still. The breakfast never changed at all for the 3 days we were there. I wish they would have offered a dairyfree milk and gluten free option. Ryan's Pub inside hotel is the best. Licals love it's cheap prices and chance to play pool. Fast service with great tasting food.

10

Helen

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

8

Victor

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room comfy, easy to access without going outside.

10

Dominique

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I stayed in my room but it was a nice comfortable room. I really enjoyed my time I will definitely come back again.

10

Ralph

Dec 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful with smooth check-in, though there were occasional service lapses, slow responses, and unresolved maintenance requests.

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8

Amanda

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking lot was well lit. Room was clean and comfortable. The attached pub had very good food at a decent price as well.

8

noelle

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean good service. Remodeling at this time

10

Gregory

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is under construction, but my stay was still perfect. Excellent front desk staff, hotel pub was great.

10

Helen

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Latoya

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff very friendly everything was very clean and all upgraded property I will stay there again when I go back to newbedford.

10

Ralph

Dec 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and the room was comfortable and clean. Indoor pool was warm and lots of fun!

8

noelle

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in and check. Convenient location. Hotel is undergoing renovations but overall in good condition.

6

Mariela

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

we found bugs on our bed and i requested a new room and they only offered me new sheets, didnt even change them for me, just handed us a garbage bag with sheets. the shower was dirty and the water didn't go down.

2

Pamela

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had to wait over 4 hours for an iron. We had an ADA person with us BUT the room we booked was on the second floor there was no elevator to the room. Some small things were missing from our room. Someone also went into the room without permission.

10

Rosita

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great service. We had a fun time.

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Location

Convenient for driving and visiting New Bedford, but not very walkable. A few guests mentioned safety or lighting concerns in the surrounding area.

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Eve

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Room was clean, bed comfortable, shower and tub good. It had a strong scent of some air freshener--too much for my taste; I had to leave the door open for a while to air it out. Only one window, facing the grounds and next to the door, didn't open. The grounds are fine, the staff also fine. It's on a local highway so nowhere to walk to, but convenient for driving. The breakfast is really minimal, with no tables. I chose this place over the New Bedford Harbor Hotel based on some poor reviews there, but in retrospect, given that I wanted to see New Bedford, would have picked that place--great downtown location (2 blocks from whaling museum), much more complete breakfast.

10

Danielle

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

2

Guirlande

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel appearance looks bad. The parking looks scary. Hotel needs complete update.

2

Edward

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This company should be ashamed for booking someone in this place. Toom filled with flys and other unidentifiable bugs. AC unit kept reseting amd tripping the breaker, no soap. Local Law enforcement says this is a high crime area

10

Helen

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

8

noelle

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in and check. Convenient location. Hotel is undergoing renovations but overall in good condition.

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Dining

The attached pub receives strong praise for food and drinks. Breakfast is minimal to average, with limited variety noted.

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8

Amanda

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking lot was well lit. Room was clean and comfortable. The attached pub had very good food at a decent price as well.

8

Connor

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was amazing. If only they have better breakfast options.

8

Michael

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is perfect for the cost. The rooms are a bit smaller, but they are clean and comfortable. Pool is great, parking ample, and breakfast is good enough. Stay here with confidence. This is better than the average star reviews posted.

6

Eve

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Room was clean, bed comfortable, shower and tub good. It had a strong scent of some air freshener--too much for my taste; I had to leave the door open for a while to air it out. Only one window, facing the grounds and next to the door, didn't open. The grounds are fine, the staff also fine. It's on a local highway so nowhere to walk to, but convenient for driving. The breakfast is really minimal, with no tables. I chose this place over the New Bedford Harbor Hotel based on some poor reviews there, but in retrospect, given that I wanted to see New Bedford, would have picked that place--great downtown location (2 blocks from whaling museum), much more complete breakfast.

10

Danielle

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Gregory

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is under construction, but my stay was still perfect. Excellent front desk staff, hotel pub was great.

8

Wendy

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the large tub suite. Room itself looks beautiful except gap on at bottom if door let kight and bugs in. Sink was slow. Maintenance did not fix while we were there. Exterior of building ceilings, doors, stairwells needs maintenance still. The breakfast never changed at all for the 3 days we were there. I wish they would have offered a dairyfree milk and gluten free option. Ryan's Pub inside hotel is the best. Licals love it's cheap prices and chance to play pool. Fast service with great tasting food.

8

Mike

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was okay clean an the environment was quiet breakfast was mid but at the end it was good stay

8

Cindy

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Patricia

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Month	Average price
January	$97
February	$98
March	$97
April	$95
May	$127
June	$150
July	$163
August	$148
September	$129
October	$127
November	$107
December	$107

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $108	16 $115	17 $112	18 $149	19 $149
20 $124	21 $124	22 $124	23 $124	24 $124	25 $169	26 $158
27 $116	28 $116	29 $116	30 $116

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $116	2 $129	3 $129
4 $123	5 $116	6 $116	7 $116	8 $116	9 $162	10 $162
11 $116	12 $116	13 $121	14 $116	15 $116	16 $129	17 $129
18 $115	19 $116	20 $115	21 $115	22 $128	23 $129	24 $128
25 $116	26 $116	27 $115	28 $116	29 $115	30 $139	31 $165

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Room options

Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

King Room

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Superior King Room

King Room Disability Access

King Suite with Spa Bath

Deluxe King Room

Suite with Hot Tub

Double Room

Twin Room Disability Access

Double Room with Two Double Beds

Double Room with Pool View

King Room with Pool View

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