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3-star hotels in Gloucester
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Gloucester, on Massachusetts' Cape Ann.
Staying in Gloucester
Gloucester is a coastal city on Cape Ann in Massachusetts, known for its harbour and its beaches. Visitors come for the sea air, the waterfront and the easy pace of a New England port. The hotels in this shortlist sit in different parts of the city: on Atlantic Road and Western Avenue, close to the water and the beaches; on Commercial Street, in the centre; on Essex Avenue, by the marina; and in quieter residential spots such as Kent Cir, Ryan Road, Cabo Dr, Edgewood Rd, Stuart Rd, Horton Street, Whale Rocks Rd and Centennial Ave.
The choice suits different kinds of trips. Couples and anyone wanting sea views do well at the oceanfront addresses on Atlantic Road and Western Avenue. Families and groups have more space in the houses with kitchens and gardens on Edgewood Rd, Stuart Rd and Centennial Ave. Business travellers and short breaks are best served by the Commercial Street hotel, with its 24-hour front desk, business centre and garage.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Atlantis Oceanfront Inn
125 Atlantic Road, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereWith a 4.7 rating from 355 reviews, the Atlantis Oceanfront Inn sits on Atlantic Road with the sea right there and a beach nearby. An outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace give you places to unwind, and each room has a balcony, a refrigerator and air conditioning. Express check in, free parking and free wifi make arrival easy. It suits couples and families who want a coastal base with a pool and ocean air.
See Atlantis Oceanfront InnBeauport Hotel Gloucester
55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Beauport Hotel Gloucester on Commercial Street pairs a beach nearby with an outdoor pool, a fitness center and a jacuzzi. Dining is covered by breakfast, a restaurant and a lounge, and there is a bar for the evening. Rooms come with bathrobes, air conditioning and a balcony, and the 24 hour front desk, concierge and garage add convenience. This is the pick for travelers who want full services and a harbor-town setting.
See Beauport Hotel GloucesterHarborview Inn
71 Western Avenue, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHarborview Inn on Western Avenue earns a 4.8 rating from 68 reviews, and its name is honest: the sea is part of the stay, along with a garden and a terrace. Breakfast is included, rooms have a refrigerator, microwave, desk and air conditioning, and there is free parking and free wifi. It suits guests who prefer a small, highly rated inn with practical in-room amenities and a waterfront outlook.
See Harborview InnThe Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Hotel at Cape Ann Marina on Essex Avenue offers an indoor pool, a jacuzzi and a restaurant, with bars on site and a picnic area by the water. Fishing is possible here and the setting takes in the river and the sea. Rooms include a balcony, bathrobe, refrigerator, microwave and minibar, and there are meeting and banquet spaces plus a 24 hour front desk. Good for guests who want leisure and events in one place.
See The Hotel at Cape Ann MarinaThe Hydrangea Inn
4 Kent Cir, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Hydrangea Inn on Kent Cir is a small, highly rated option, with a 4.7 score from 13 reviews. Breakfast is served, the garden is a quiet spot to sit, and parking and wifi are free. With just those essentials, it suits travelers who want a simple, well-regarded Gloucester stay rather than a large property with extensive facilities.
See The Hydrangea InnSerenity
5 Ryan Road, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Internet access
Why stay hereSerenity on Ryan Road keeps things minimal: a garden, free parking, internet access in the lounge and wheelchair accessible facilities. There is no guest rating or review count in the data, so book it for the calm, residential setting and the practical basics rather than for amenities. It fits guests who want a low-key base and will spend their days out in Gloucester.
See SerenityMassachusetts Abode w Deck & Grill: Near Beaches
3 Cabo Dr, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMassachusetts Abode w Deck & Grill: Near Beaches on Cabo Dr is a self-catering house with a kitchen, oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and washing machine, plus a patio with a grill. Air conditioning, wifi and parking are included, and it is non smoking. It suits families or groups who want to cook, do laundry and settle in rather than stay in a serviced hotel.
See Massachusetts Abode w Deck & Grill: Near Beaches1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard
22 Edgewood Rd, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay here1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard on Edgewood Rd is set up for family stays, with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven, microwave and washing machine, plus a yard and a beach nearby. Air conditioning, wifi and parking come with it, and the property is non smoking. It works well for guests who want space, laundry and their own cooking while being close to the shore.
See 1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with YardGloucester Getaway
13 Stuart Rd, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Swimming pool
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGloucester Getaway on Stuart Rd offers a kitchen and kitchenette, a fireplace, laundry service and a patio, with a swimming pool, a playground and table tennis on site. Pets are allowed, and there is a restaurant. It fits families and longer stays, giving you room to cook and play, with golf and fishing among the local options.
See Gloucester GetawayStay at Rocky Neck
21 Horton Street, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereStay at Rocky Neck on Horton Street has a kitchen with oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, a fireplace, a patio and sea views, plus air conditioning and free parking. Wifi is free and the house is non smoking. It suits guests who want to be in the Rocky Neck area, cook their own meals and have their own space by the water.
See Stay at Rocky NeckAirstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester Getaway
7 Whale Rocks Rd, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAirstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester Getaway on Whale Rocks Rd is exactly what it sounds like: an Airstream with sea views, a canoe, a garden, a patio and a fireplace. It has a kitchen with microwave and refrigerator, wifi, air conditioning, parking, and pets are allowed, with the beach nearby. A good match for couples or small groups after an unusual coastal stay.
See Airstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester GetawayLongview House
48 Centennial Ave, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLongview House on Centennial Ave pairs a kitchen and laundry service with a swimming pool, a spa, a games room, a playground and a patio. It takes in views of the river and the sea, and there is a restaurant on site, with fishing and golf nearby. Pets are allowed. It suits families or groups wanting both relaxation and activities in one base.
See Longview HouseWaterfront Escape Dock & More
698 Washington Street, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereWaterfront Escape Dock & More on Washington Street comes with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven, microwave, washing machine and patio, plus water sports, fishing and a beach nearby. There is a casino, a golf course and free parking, with wifi and air conditioning included. It suits active groups and families who want a waterfront base and room to spread out.
See Waterfront Escape Dock & MoreEscape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier
52 Raymond St, Gloucester, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereEscape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier on Raymond St is the simplest coastal choice here, with a private beach and a beach nearby, plus free parking and free wifi. There is no guest rating or review count in the data, so it is one to consider on location alone: steps from the beach and pier, for guests who want the water right outside and little else.
See Escape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis Oceanfront Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Beauport Hotel Gloucester | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Harborview Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| The Hydrangea Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Serenity | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Massachusetts Abode w Deck & Grill: Near Beaches | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| 1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Gloucester Getaway | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Stay at Rocky Neck | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Airstream & Ocean View: Unique Gloucester Getaway | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Longview House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Waterfront Escape Dock & More | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Escape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These houses have kitchens, washing machines and outdoor space, which makes them practical for families. 1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard is close to the beach and has a garden; Gloucester Getaway adds a playground and table tennis; Longview House has a games room and a playground; Waterfront Escape Dock & More comes with high chairs and water sports.
1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard · Gloucester Getaway · Longview House · Waterfront Escape Dock & More
For couples
Atlantis Oceanfront Inn, Beauport Hotel Gloucester and Harborview Inn all put you near the water. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn has balconies, a terrace and an outdoor pool; Beauport Hotel Gloucester adds a bar, a restaurant and a jacuzzi; Harborview Inn is the smallest and quietest, with a garden and sea views.
Atlantis Oceanfront Inn · Beauport Hotel Gloucester · Harborview Inn
For a short break
Beauport Hotel Gloucester is central on Commercial Street, with a 24-hour front desk, express check-in and a fitness centre. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina has an indoor pool, a restaurant and a bar. Stay at Rocky Neck is a quieter option near the water, with free parking and free wifi.
Beauport Hotel Gloucester · The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina · Stay at Rocky Neck
Best reviewed
Harborview Inn scores 4.8 out of 5 from 68 reviews, Atlantis Oceanfront Inn 4.7 from 355, The Hydrangea Inn 4.7 from 13 and Beauport Hotel Gloucester 4.6 from 2,378. These are the highest-rated stays on the list.
Harborview Inn · Atlantis Oceanfront Inn · The Hydrangea Inn · Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Where to stay in Gloucester
Commercial Street
Beauport Hotel Gloucester is the listed hotel on Commercial Street, in the centre of Gloucester and close to the water. A central spot works well if you want to walk to the harbour and the town without driving everywhere, and the hotel itself has a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and parking.
Our picks here: Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Essex Avenue
The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina sits on Essex Avenue, by the marina. It has an indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a restaurant and a bar, and free car parking. It is a good base if you want the water nearby but also a pool and dining on site.
Our picks here: The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Beauport Hotel Gloucester on Commercial Street is the most central of the listed hotels. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn and Harborview Inn are on the ocean side, on Atlantic Road and Western Avenue, and The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina is on Essex Avenue by the marina.
Do any of the hotels have parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at Atlantis Oceanfront Inn, Harborview Inn, The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina, The Hydrangea Inn, Serenity, Stay at Rocky Neck, Waterfront Escape Dock & More and Escape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier. Beauport Hotel Gloucester lists parking and a garage.
Which hotels have a pool?
Atlantis Oceanfront Inn has an outdoor pool, and Beauport Hotel Gloucester also has an outdoor pool. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina has an indoor pool and a jacuzzi. Gloucester Getaway and Longview House list a swimming pool among their facilities.
Are any of these hotels pet friendly?
Gloucester Getaway on Stuart Rd, Airstream & Ocean View on Whale Rocks Rd and Longview House on Centennial Ave all list pets allowed.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Beauport Hotel Gloucester, Harborview Inn and The Hydrangea Inn. Beauport Hotel Gloucester also offers breakfast in room and a buffet.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Harborview Inn has the highest guest rating, 4.8 out of 5, from 68 reviews. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn follows with 4.7 from 355 reviews, then The Hydrangea Inn with 4.7 from 13 reviews.
Which hotels are best for families?
The houses work best for families: 1 Mi to Beach Family Gloucester Gem with Yard, Gloucester Getaway, Longview House and Waterfront Escape Dock & More all have kitchens, and Gloucester Getaway and Longview House add a playground.
Which hotels are closest to the beach?
Escape to Cape Ann Steps to Beach & Pier has its own private beach. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn, Beauport Hotel Gloucester, Airstream & Ocean View and Waterfront Escape Dock & More all list beach nearby.