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Love whale watching, live music, and fishing? Get away to New Bedford!

Head to sights like New Bedford Art Museum and Zeiterion Theatre as you discover New Bedford—a city also known for its waterfront.

Top Hotels in New Bedford

New Bedford Harbor Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
New Bedford Harbor Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
222 Union St, New Bedford, MA
The price is ￥12,328 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2

Located in the heart of New Bedford, this hotel is steps from New Bedford Art Museum and Zeiterion Theatre. Seamen's Bethel and Old Third District Courthouse ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (322 reviews)

"It was really nice. I can't remember what it use to be before it was a hotel, but it was nice"…"

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2021

New Bedford Harbor Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford
2.5 out of 5
185 Macarthur Drive, New Bedford, MA
The price is ￥10,671 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal, Seamen's Bethel, and New Bedford Whaling Museum. New Bedford ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (440 reviews)
Happy with our choice

"The service was excellent. The room was spotless. We were very happy with our choice and felt safe especially considering the pandemic."…"

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2020

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford
Whaler Inn and Suites
Whaler Inn and Suites
2 out of 5
500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA
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Situated in New Bedford, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Buttonwood Park Zoo, and New Bedford Museum of Glass. Southcoast Health ...…

2.4/5 (400 reviews)

"Front desk was very friendly and welcoming. They were very helpful."…"

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2020

Whaler Inn and Suites
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Vacation Rentals in New Bedford

King of safety of the great New Bedford
King of safety of the great New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
The price is ￥28,436 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29

Situated in New Bedford, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Acushnet 9/11 Memorial, and New Bedford Museum of Glass. Running ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
Great Stay

"Great house to accommodate a group of 10 people. They have a nice deck and little backyard. The house was very comfortable."…"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2021

King of safety of the great New Bedford
Beachside Village Resort, a VRI resort
Beachside Village Resort, a VRI resort
3 out of 5
45 Surf Drive, Falmouth, MA

Situated in Falmouth, this beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Surf Drive Beach and Falmouth Beach. Falmouth Museums on the Green and Woods Hole ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (36 reviews)

"Beautiful view, beach right across the street, walk (longish) to town."…"

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2020

Beachside Village Resort, a VRI resort
The East Island Reserve Hotel
The East Island Reserve Hotel
3.5 out of 5
985 East Main Road, Middletown, RI
The price is ￥9,821 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Easton's Beach, Naval War College Museum, and Touro Synagogue. Second Beach and International ...…

4.6/5Exceptional! (141 reviews)
An overall wonderful stay!

"This hotel was the perfect place to stay when you have to get away during a pandemic. Since they offer individual cottages, there is no risk due to shared hallways or HVAC systems. There is a sign-up sheet for the pool so the capacity can be limited. The bed was very comfortable and it was nice to ..."…"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020

The East Island Reserve Hotel
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Popular places to visit in New Bedford

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New Bedford Whaling Museum

You can browse the exhibits at New Bedford Whaling Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to New Bedford. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

New Bedford Whaling Museum

Top things to do in New Bedford

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New Bedford Scavenger Hunt: A Whale of A Hunt

￥2,110
Per adult
New Bedford Scavenger Hunt: A Whale of A Hunt
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12:00 pm Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum

￥2,004
Per adult
12:00 pm Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum
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10:00 am Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum

￥2,004
Per adult
10:00 am Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum
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2:00 pm Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum

￥2,004
Per adult
2:00 pm Timed-Entry Visit to New Bedford Whaling Museum
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Marthas Vineyard 3 Hour Sailboat Charter with Island Sailing Tours

￥15,819
Per adult
Marthas Vineyard 3 Hour Sailboat Charter with Island Sailing Tours
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4 Hour Sailing Tour of Vineyard Haven Harbor and Sound

￥83,841
Per adult
4 Hour Sailing Tour of Vineyard Haven Harbor and Sound
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Reviews of New Bedford

4.1

Top Destination

5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 31.818181818181817%
4 - Good
33
4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
11
3 - Okay 16.666666666666668%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1.5151515151515151%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Mar 12, 2020

A lovely little town!

4/5 - Good

Gerry

Dec 14, 2019

It’s improved over the years but still needs work

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 24, 2019

We found New Bedford and the Harbor Hotel to be worthwhile stops on our trip through New England.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Aug 18, 2019

The town is something from the walking dead. The hotel was great though.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Jul 31, 2019

Beautiful fisherman waterfront. Amazing children’s playground across the bridge.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 22, 2019

Great historical New England Fishing port! Offers great restaurants, museums, theatre & site-seeing!! All walkable from New Bedford Harbor Hotel!!!

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