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A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a white van parked in front, and a stone building facade.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and tables, a fireplace, and a large decorative wall piece.

A white van parked under a covered area with a sign indicating a clearance of 11'-6".

A stone fire pit with seating, a covered patio area, and a view of a parking lot.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford

0.3 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Amanda

￥24,233

￥27,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A street view with a hotel named "Harbor Hotel" featuring a red awning and outdoor seating with red chairs.

A hotel with a red awning, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.

A living room with a TV, wooden furniture, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

2. New Bedford Harbor Hotel

0.3 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Barbara

￥18,996

￥21,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A marina with boats, a white tented area, and a bridge in the background.

A bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a distant cityscape, and a sunset sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

3. Seaport Resort & Marina

1.5 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

molly

￥19,601

￥23,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a yellow chair, a gray sofa with a red pillow, and a large mirror above the sink.

A reception desk with three computer monitors, a keyboard, and two blue office chairs.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar, and a seating area with a patterned wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton New Bedford/Fairhaven

3.4 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Lori

￥20,766

￥23,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A pub interior with a sign for Ryan's Pub, a pick-up area, and a bar visible through the open door.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by black lounge chairs and tables.

A reception area with a counter, seating, a digital kiosk, and a chalkboard with a menu.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, a table, and a TV.

5. Whaler Inn and Suites

3.7 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Christopher

￥16,913

￥18,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, a fireplace, and a dining table.

A building with a parking lot and a flagpole with an American flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, recessed lighting, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth

5.6 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

ken

￥27,092

￥30,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, blue upholstered chairs, and a central island with a counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, recessed lighting, and a blue bench.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise bikes.

7. Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford

8.7 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Aurea

￥16,104

￥17,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, two grills, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round wooden table, and a small wooden stool. There is a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances visible through an open doorway.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign reading "Towneplace Suites by Marriott".

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Westport

16.5 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Scott

￥26,941

￥30,092 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A long, narrow hotel corridor with patterned carpet and beige walls.

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

A room with a red sofa, a small round table, and two potted plants.

9. Baymont by Wyndham North Dartmouth / Fall River

5.6 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Renee

￥14,725

￥16,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A marina with several boats docked, including a green vessel named ILHA BRAVA.

A two-story motel with a green and beige exterior, multiple windows, and a covered front porch.

A reception area with a clock, a desk with a phone, a map rack, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and a telephone, and a chair.

10. Dartmouth Motor Inn

7.5 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Abdalatif

￥17,360

￥19,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red bathtub, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside lamp, a bedside table with a remote control, a small bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and framed pictures on the wall.

A motel sign with the name "Motel" and "MOTEL" written on it.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

11. Capri Motel

8.7 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

Christopher

￥21,501

￥24,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, patterned seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a sofa, and a microwave.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled wall.

12. Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport

16.4 km from New Bedford Whaling Museum

jeannette

￥23,378

￥26,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to New Bedford Whaling Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford	9.0 Wonderful 879 reviews	View
New Bedford Harbor Hotel	8.2 Very Good 1,001 reviews	View
Seaport Resort & Marina	7.0 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton New Bedford/Fairhaven	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Whaler Inn and Suites	7.8 Good 210 reviews	View

Top New Bedford Whaling Museum Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn & Suites Middleborough

8/10 Good

"My family and stayed a this plavmce for few nights. The staff was polite and professional. Rooms were clean. The only thing I was not expecting was the shortness of breakfast variety. The was no eggs nor sausages and thats a typical American menu. Looks like this breakfast will not be open in the future. For the money I find it fair stay."

AutoCamp Cape Cod

10/10 Excellent

"Very enjoyable time"

Iris Hotel Cape Cod

8/10 Good

"Really liked the location, quiet. Just a couple of blocks from downtown. Nice, clean room. Has been renovated recently with a large dining area and bar. The room rate includes a breakfast buffet."

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"Good clean hotel. It seems like everything has been updated recently. The rooms were clean and fresh. The bed was very nice and comfortable. They have a good sized restaurant and a pool. They do fire pits out back at night."

ShoreWay Acres Inn & Cape Cod Lodging

8/10 Good

"Clean room, air conditioning and parking"

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

8/10 Good

"Great location across the street from the beach"

New Bedford Harbor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing and hotel very clean!"

The Coonamessett

8/10 Good

"Stayed in 2019 after a renovation and the property was not as pristine nor the grounds as well manicured."

Inn on the Square

8/10 Good

"The only reason I didn't give it a 5 Star was the surprise that the second floor of the other building did not have an elevator. Seniors here with heavy bags struggled. Walkable to town."

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9.0/10 (10 reviews)

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6.0/10 (1 review)

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Rotch Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around New Bedford Whaling Museum?

New Bedford Whaling Museum is located in a historic area of New Bedford that travelers like for its museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to New Bedford Whaling Museum?

Adjacent to New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford Harbor Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Another good choice is Seaport Resort & Marina, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to New Bedford Whaling Museum?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from New Bedford Whaling Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near New Bedford Whaling Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near New Bedford Whaling Museum.

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What can I see and do near New Bedford Whaling Museum?

New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park, Rotch Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum, and New Bedford Art Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Seamen's Bethel, Fort Taber, and Zeiterion Theatre. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Buttonwood Park Zoo, Wonder Bowl, and Dartmouth Cultural Center.

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Our top choices for New Bedford Whaling Museum hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford

2. New Bedford Harbor Hotel

3. Seaport Resort & Marina

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton New Bedford/Fairhaven

5. Whaler Inn and Suites

6. Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth

7. Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Westport

9. Baymont by Wyndham North Dartmouth / Fall River

10. Dartmouth Motor Inn

11. Capri Motel

12. Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport

Compare popular hotels close to New Bedford Whaling Museum

Top New Bedford Whaling Museum Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn & Suites Middleborough

AutoCamp Cape Cod

Iris Hotel Cape Cod

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

ShoreWay Acres Inn & Cape Cod Lodging

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

New Bedford Harbor Hotel

The Coonamessett

Inn on the Square

Other attractions near New Bedford Whaling Museum

New Bedford Art Museum

Seamen's Bethel

New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park

ArtWorks!

Judith Klein Art Gallery

Zeiterion Theatre

Gallery X

Rotch Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum

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