LODGING

Bed & Breakfast, Historic Inns & Hotels

• Accommodations at Rocky Neck BOOK
  43 Rocky Neck Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-1625
  These one bedroom efficiency accommodations and suites, with kitchens and private baths, are located on the waterfront at the historic Rocky Neck artist colony; here one is centred in the midst of many art galleries, fine restaurants, and other shops, as well as located so as to be able to take part in such attractions as whale watching tours. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and most have private decks that overlook the water.  more...  map

• Bass Rocks Ocean Inn BOOK
  107 Atlantic Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-7600
  The Atlantic Ocean always provides a breath-taking display whether its a lazy summer afternoon with salty breezes and softly lapping waves or a fierce north wind blows up huge waves to crash against the rocks. Perched on the rocky coastline of Cape Ann, these are the unspoiled views from the Bass Rocks Ocean Inn. With every room facing the ocean, enjoy the panorama that stretches from Bass Rocks, to Good Harbor Beach and Salt Island, to Long Beach and the Twin Lights of Thatcher’s Island, and the open Atlantic Ocean. Choose from balcony or patio rooms in the Oceanfront House and Seaside House or new suites in the historic Stacy House.  more...  map

• After New Dawn
  518 Washington Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-282-9920
  This home offers the option of renting a room as a bed and breakfast in the winter and long term summer rental as a vacation rental. Any of these options provides wonderful views overlooking the water, a patio, a pool, a washer and dryer, utilities, and a kayak, for those wanting to venture forth on the water; with advance notice, children and pets are also welcome.  more...  map

• Ancient Riggs House Bed and Breakfast, The (circa 1661)
  27 Vine Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-4802
  Surrounded by gracious gardens and a setting that recalls an early New England farm, this house has the distinction of being the oldest house on Cape Ann; if you've ever visited a really great house museum and wanted to sit in the chairs and sleep in the beds, this is your chance! You step back in time here and experience what life was like in this area in the early 1700s; you have a choice of three early bed chambers featuring eighteenth-century paneling; there is also a loft accommodation including the great room below. The house had its beginning in late 1640s, Thomas Riggs bought it in 1661, his decendants sold it to the current owner 1995 along with half its furnishings. One can enjoy traditional New England breakfast in one of three locations: the old kitchen, the dining room, or the garden. more...  map

• B&B Afloat
  211 East Main Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  Beacon Marine Basin
  978-948-5434
  Owned by Defiance sail Charters, which also offers charters, tours and cruises, the vessel Windfall can also be rented as a floating bed and breakfast while moored at dockside, which includes a “leisurely Continental breakfast.”  more...  map

• Charles Hovey House
  4 Hovey Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-7732
  This “villa by the sea” has a feeling of grace and history that will overtake the visitor; one can choose to stay using a regular bed and breakfast room rental option, or rent the entire house for a week or more. The house has been wonderfully restored, and is resplendent with period furnishings, original art, inviting sitting areas, fireplaces, gilt mirrors, art deco tiled bathrooms, and rooms with high ceilings, suspended crystal chandeliers, antique French wallpaper, and fresh flowers, to name but a few of the reasons that this abode is so appealing.  more...  map

• Colonial Inn (circa 1850's)
  28 Eastern Point Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-1953
  Former captain's house offering eight guest rooms with private baths and water views. Only steps to beach, art colony, stage company, and wonderful dining  more...  map

• Dragonfly Inn
  35 High Popples Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  508-423-2002
  This inn is situated adjacent to beautiful beaches and inspiring ocean views, and offers inviting accommodations that will weave a spell of tranquility. The facility is also wonderful to rent for special events, and can accommodate a guest list of up to 60 people.  more...  map

• Gloucester Inn
  57 Grapevine Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-1000
  This inn offers a private suite, with a private deck, a private entrance, parking, a bathroom, a shower, cable television, high speed internet access, and a fully equipped kitchen; one will sleep soundly on the comfortable queen-sized bed or full-sized futon, and there are many attractions and activities to be found in the area surrounding the inn.  more...  map

• Good Harbor Beach Inn
  1 Salt Island Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-1489
  Found directly on the beach, this quaint and picturesque inn offers comforting and relaxing accommodations on a clean, soft sand beach; the welcoming guestrooms feature two double beds, cable televisions, refrigerators, private tiled baths, and wonderful views of the beach and the ocean. Here one can surrender and feel as if the hectic pace and worry of the modern world have been left behind. more...  map

• Harborview Inn
  71 Western Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  Located on Gloucester harbor
  978-283-2277
  Located near the picturesque harbor in Gloucester, this inn features lovely views, a central and convenient location, while offering privacy and tranquility; offering three guestrooms and three suites, the inn assures visitors that all rooms are freshly and tastefully appointed and include private baths and a variety of bed sizes, with some rooms or suites featuring fireplaces, reading areas, and French doors.  more...  map

• Inn at Babson Court
  55 Western Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-4469
  Situated in a wonderfully and beautifully historic house, this inn features three suites that include private baths, cable televisions with VCRs, telephones, mini kitchens with microwaves, toasters, coffee makers and refrigerators; although proper meals are not served, guests will find that the refrigerators are stocked, and there are many restaurants nearby from which guests may choose. There is also a secluded garden area for relaxation, and a coin operated laundry facility for the convenience of patrons. They have muffin bunnies. more...  map

• Julietta House
  84 Prospect Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-2300
  Inn with a myriad of architectural details offers self-catered stays to independent travelers. Casually Elegant eight comfortably appointed guestrooms with private baths are decorated with antiques and family heirlooms. Coffee is always complimentary. A perfect walkers location, just footsteps to Gloucester Harbour, whale watches, the many fine restaurants, shops and galleries on Main St. and the train to Boston. Several common rooms and parking for 8, also make this an unforgettable spot for group visits of all kinds.  more...  map

• Lanes Cove House
  6 Andrews Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  Lanes Cove
  978-282-4647
  This bed and breakfast offers a finely detailed Victorian flavour in the quiet Gloucester village of Lanes Cove, featuring ocean views, a wonderful perennial garden, and an abundance of hospitality; the three guestrooms are furnished and decorated with taste, and feature hardwood floors, Oriental rugs, air conditioners, fans, cable televisions, private baths, and more. One can enjoy breakfast while taking in the breathtaking ocean views, and then stay and relax at the inn, or take advantage of the many area attractions that surround the inn, such as art galleries, shops, restaurants, scenic natural areas, and much more.  more...  map

• Manor Inn of Gloucester (circa 1900)
  141 Essex Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-0614
  Nestled on five acres that overlook the picturesque Annisquam River, scenic stretches of salt marshes, and relaxing views of sailing yachts, this Victorian manor is open April through November each year, and offers ten gracious Victorian guestrooms within the manor itself including suites with wonderful décor and en suite private baths, as well as offering sixteen additional motel units. An elegant buffet breakfast is served, and meetings and other functions can be accommodated. An on-site steakhouse restaurant serving breakfast, dinner, Sunday Brunch, and cocktails is available for guests to enjoy.  more...  map

• Riverview Bed & Breakfast (circa 1899)
  83 Riverview Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-1826
  Although this inn has a location that is a mere thirty miles from Boston, one will feel that time has stopped and that the hectic modern world has been left behind when staying at the Riverview Bed and Breakfast; was faithfully renovated, and affords a circumscribing vista of wonderful views of ships sliding effortlessly across the surrounding waterways. The four guestrooms share two bathrooms, are appointed with taste, as well as with comfort in mind, while the inn also offers a library stocked with books, a television, maps, and reading lamps. A Continental breakfast is served in either the breakfast room or on the veranda. They are located directly on the water. more...  map

• Samarkand Inn
  1 Harbor Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-3757
  Open year-round, this beautiful inn is located just a quick walk from the harbour beach that meets the Atlantic Ocean; one can expect wonderful views, a complimentary light breakfast, and the inn is close to restaurants, museums, art galleries, whale watching adventures, shopping, and has been family owned and operated for over forty years.  more...  map

• Williams Guest House
  136 Bass Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-4931
  Open April 10th through October 31st each year, this home offers a variety of accommodation options, including rooms with private baths, rooms with shared baths, apartments, a one bedroom cottage, and more. more...  map

Bed & Breakfast Guides and Directories

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• Atlantic Vacation Homes
  P.O. Box 1126 • Gloucester, MA 01931
  978-283-4777
  This rental company specializes in short term and long term rentals, as well as the sale of vacation homes and properties in the Cape Ann area; whether one is thinking of a short stay or would like to come for an extended visit, Atlantic Vacation Homes can help in finding the property that is most suitable to one’s needs.  more...  map

• Thacher Island Campground & Lighthouse (circa 1771)
  P.O. Box 73 • Rockport, MA 01966
  617-599-2590
  Thacher Island was sighted by Champlain in 1605, by Captain John Smith in 1614, and by how many more before that, nobody knows. A total restoration of the brick two story duplex Assistant keepers quarters and a guest apartment on the Island took place during the summer of 2002 allowing the Town to begin renting the guest apartment and providing an income stream to be used for further restoration. The Association maintains volunteer keepers on the Island during the summer months to assist and inform visitors, and to provide the daily upkeep needed for a ship-shape facility. Guest must bring their own linens, water, and food. more...  map

Motels/Hotels

• Bass Rocks Ocean Inn BOOK
  107 Atlantic Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-7600
  The Atlantic Ocean always provides a breath-taking display whether its a lazy summer afternoon with salty breezes and softly lapping waves or a fierce north wind blows up huge waves to crash against the rocks. Perched on the rocky coastline of Cape Ann, these are the unspoiled views from the Bass Rocks Ocean Inn. With every room facing the ocean, enjoy the panorama that stretches from Bass Rocks, to Good Harbor Beach and Salt Island, to Long Beach and the Twin Lights of Thatcher’s Island, and the open Atlantic Ocean. Choose from balcony or patio rooms in the Oceanfront House and Seaside House or new suites in the historic Stacy House. more...  map

• Atlantis Motor Inn
  125 Atlantic Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-0014
  With spectacular views of the ocean, this motel offers rooms that include air conditioning, private terraces, and a host of amenities; breakfast is offered in a lovely, ocean view café. more...  map

• Blue Shutters Beachside Inn
  One Nautilus Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-1198
  Close to Cape Ann’s Good Harbor Beach, the historic Rocky Neck Art Colony and many shops, art galleries, restaurants and taverns in historic Gloucester, the Blue Shutters Beachside Inn offers fantastic ocean views and a variety of uniquely decorated rooms that include refrigerators, microwaves, cable television and wireless Internet. more...

• Cape Ann Motor Inn
  33 Rockport Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-2900, 800-464-VIEW
  Near many area attractions and located directly on Long Beach, this year-round motor inn offers guestrooms that feature kitchenettes, sliding glass doors that open onto balconies with great ocean views, cable television, telephones, private bathrooms and more. more...  map

• Cape Ann's Marina Resort
  75 Essex Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-2112, 800-626-7660
  Located adjacent to a marina with available slips, this hotel offers fifty three guestrooms, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms and a penthouse suite that are practically on the water, and feature private or semi-private balconies; all rooms include air conditioning, telephones, modem ports, and cable televisions, and there is an indoor, heated swimminmg pool . The resort is also available for weddings, special parties and other such events.  more...  map

• Crow's Nest, The
  334 Main Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-2965
  Situated on the colourful and realistic working waterfront, this establishment offers lunch, drinks, and affordable accommodations in an atmosphere that is clean, well lighted, and inviting. Rooms include televisions and shag carpeting, and one will be serenaded by the call of seagulls and the shouts of fishermen, with window views of the inner harbour and its industrial accoutrements.  more...  map

• Gloucester Inn by-the-Sea
  85 Atlantic Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-8025
  This inn offers thirteen air conditioned rooms, with either a king or two double beds, smoking and non smoking rooms, a swimming pool, a Continental breakfast, a host of amenities, and spectacular ocean and beach views.   map

• Ocean View Inn & Resort
  171 Atlantic Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-6200, 800-315-7557
  This luxurious resort offers nine acres along the Atlantic Ocean that provide the perfect setting for vacations, conferences, corporate functions, weddings, parties, and more. On-site amenities include a restaurant, meeting facilities, two outdoor pools, a full bar, and a billiard rooms. The 62 spacious rooms are tastefully appointed and offer the best in comfort and convenience. more...  map

• Sea Lion Motel & Cottages
  138 Eastern Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
  Located on Route 127 in East Gloucester
  978-283-7300
  Tastefully decorated motel rooms, cottages and efficiency units with full modern baths, cable TV and air conditioning are available at the Sea Lion Motel, two miles from Good Harbor Beach. All cottages and efficiencies have full kitchens and sleep sofas. A heated pool is also available for guests to enjoy. more...  map

• Vista Hotel
  22 Thatcher Road • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-3410
  This hotel offers an ambience of crisp modernity, with forty rooms on two floors, and was built in 1959; the rooms include such amenities as in-room refrigerators, cable and satellite televisions, private baths, daily maid services, kitchenettes, balconies, terraces, an outdoor pool, and much more.   map

• Wingaersheek Inn and Motel
  46 Concord Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-281-0100, 800-858-3710
  With a location that makes it convenient not only to Gloucester, but also to Boston and the North Shore, this motel is open year-round and offers newly renovated rooms, kitchenettes, fireplaces, two-room deluxe Jacuzzi suites, and a great variety of services and amenities. more...  map

R.V. Parks & Camping

• Cape Ann Camp Site
  Atlantic Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
  978-283-8683
  Located only thirty miles northeast of Boston, in the lovely village of Gloucester, this campsite offers a great spot for family camping, with over two hundred trailer and tent sites, and an attitude of being as unobtrusive upon nature as possible. There are sites that can accommodate RVs, as well as tent sites for those looking for an experience that is even closer to nature.  more...  map