Whaler’s Inn Stanton House
We returned to beautiful Mystic, CT, for a wonderful stay at Whaler’s Inn’s newest accommodations, Stanton House. This charming apartment-style lodging is perfect for those wishing to explore Connecticut’s classic coastline while having a cozy, stylish basecamp to return to each night. Read on to learn why we loved our stay at Whaler’s Inn Stanton House.
Above: Room 201A, Stanton House, Whaler’s Inn
The Whaler’s Inn
Location: Mystic, CT
Address: 20 E Main St, Mystic, CT 06355
Staff Helpfulness & Friendliness: 5/5
Cleanliness: 5/5
Room Amenities: 4/5
Room and Bed Comfort: 5/5
Valet Parking: On-site guest parking
Pool & Hot Tubs: N/A
Spa: N/A
Proximity to Other Points of Interest: 5/5
Arrival at The Whaler’s Inn, Stanton House
Check-in was quick, simple, and convenient. We self-parked, brought our bags inside, and had our room keys in less than five minutes. The lobby offers a selection of complimentary snacks and drinks for guests, plus adult beverages for purchase. There’s also a carefully curated gift shop, more board games to borrow, and plenty of information about the area for guests to peruse.
Our Suite & Its Amenities
Our rooms were stunning. We had a walk-in entryway that split into the living room/sitting room/kitchen/dining room area, the bedroom, and the bathroom. We had everything we needed for a great stay, from a fully stocked kitchen complete with dishes, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator, to multiple flat-screen TVs, an assortment of books and board games, and, of course, plenty of storage.
The view from one side of our suite was beautiful, with the Mystic River and the Mystic River Bascule Bridge in sight. The other side offered us views of side streets overlooking the water. Everything was beautiful, comfortable, and so peaceful. It was perfect in every way.
Dining at The Shipwright’s Daughter
We had another fantastic dinner at The Shipwright’s Daughter during our most recent stay. Of course, I’ll post an entire breakdown of everything we ate. In the meantime, just know that Chef David Standridge has been nominated for another James Beard award for culinary excellence, and The Shipwright’s Daughter has earned recognition as one of the nation’s most sustainable fine dining restaurants. It’s always fantastic and only steps away from our room at The Whaler’s Inn!
The Verdict
You know I never write about places I don’t absolutely love. I recommend The Whaler’s Inn & The Shipwright’s Daughter to everyone who visits New England & coastal Connecticut. They’re classic New England experiences, and I hope to continue visiting such beautiful spots for many years to come!
Above: Another great restaurant by the proprietors of The Whaler’s Inn & The Shipwright’s Daughter– Mystic Fish Camp. Located just across the street, we tried this too & loved it. Review coming soon!
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