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3-star hotels in Newburyport
A shortlist of 3-star stays in Newburyport, from Essex Street inns to beachside cottages and flats. It is for travellers who want an easy base in this Massachusetts coastal town, whether for a couple's weekend, a family beach trip or a short break.
Staying in Newburyport
Newburyport is a small coastal city on the Merrimack River in Massachusetts, with a historic downtown of brick storefronts, a waterfront and beaches out toward Plum Island. These 3-star hotels and rentals sit in and around that setting: on Essex St, Brown Square, Market St, Merrimac St, Union St, Munroe St and Center Street in Newburyport itself, with further places on Fordham Way and Riverside Dr in Newbury, Bridge Road in Salisbury, and Old Point Rd and 52Nd St toward the coast.
That spread suits different trips. Couples and short-break visitors are best placed at the downtown inns, where restaurants and the waterfront are close. Families and beachgoers will prefer the cottages and lofts with kitchens, gardens and beach access. Business travellers have meeting rooms, shuttle service and 24 hour front desk at the larger inns. Ratings run from 4.6 down to 4.1 where a rating is given, so there is a clear top tier.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel
7 Essex St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereSet on Essex St in the heart of Newburyport, this guest-rated 4.6 hotel suits travellers who want to walk to the waterfront and still have a kitchenette waiting. Bike rental service makes it easy to explore the coast, and the bar/lounge is a comfortable place to end the day. Breakfast is served, parking is free, and the 319 reviews show a steady following among couples and longer-stay guests.
See Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection HotelBlue Inn on The Beach
20 Fordham Way, Newbury, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBlue Inn on The Beach sits at 20 Fordham Way in Newbury, close to the sand, and its 4.5 guest rating across 245 reviews reflects how guests respond to the sea setting. Rooms come with a jacuzzi and a sofa bed, breakfast is brought to the room, and free parking plus free wifi remove the usual holiday friction. A strong pick for couples and small families who want the beach on the doorstep.
See Blue Inn on The BeachGarrison Inn Boutique Hotel
11 Brown Square, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Brown Square, the Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel fits guests who want breakfast, a restaurant and an indoor pool under one roof. The 24 hour front desk and free parking make arrivals and day trips simple, while the fitness center and lounge cover the hours in between. With a 4.1 guest rating from 153 reviews, it works well for business travellers and couples exploring downtown Newburyport on foot.
See Garrison Inn Boutique HotelThe Market Street Inn
22 Market St Newburyportmassachusetts 01950, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Breakfast
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Market Street Inn combines a Market St address with an indoor pool, spa and fitness center, so days can pass without leaving the property. Breakfast is provided, the shuttle service helps with getting around, and housekeeping keeps the rooms in order. Its 4.6 guest rating over 16 reviews points to a small, well-regarded stay for couples and anyone wanting a spa break.
See The Market Street InnThe Inn at Ring's Island
175 Bridge Road 01952 Salisbury United States, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePositioned at 175 Bridge Road in Salisbury, The Inn at Ring's Island keeps things simple: free wifi, free parking and an on-site restaurant with a bar. The shuttle service is useful for guests who would rather not drive, and wheelchair accessible facilities widen who can stay. A practical base for road-trippers and couples touring the Newburyport area.
See The Inn at Ring's IslandBlue Water: The Cottage
3 Center Street, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Internet access
Why stay hereBlue Water: The Cottage on Center Street is a self-contained stay with a garden and free parking, plus free internet access in the lounge. With a single low-key setup rather than hotel services, it suits guests who prefer space and privacy over a front desk, and who plan to spend their time out along the Newburyport waterfront. Best for couples or small groups travelling by car.
See Blue Water: The CottageHarborsides Neighbor
114 Merrimac St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHarborsides Neighbor on Merrimac St offers free parking and free internet access in the lounge, with wheelchair accessible facilities. There is no long list of services here, which keeps the stay quiet and uncomplicated. It suits independent travellers and couples who want a base close to the water in Newburyport and are happy to arrange their own meals and outings.
See Harborsides NeighborLuney Dunes Penthouse
4 P St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereLuney Dunes Penthouse at 4 P St gives guests free parking and free internet access in the lounge, with fishing and surf within reach. The penthouse layout and wheelchair accessible facilities make it a fit for small groups who want room to spread out. Choose it if your days are planned around the ocean rather than around hotel amenities.
See Luney Dunes PenthouseBlue Haven
6 Munroe St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBlue Haven on Munroe St is a straightforward Newburyport base with free car parking, and little else in the way of facilities. That simplicity is the point: it suits guests who want a place to sleep and park while spending their days exploring the town and coast. A reasonable choice for solo travellers or couples travelling by car.
See Blue HavenPlovers Nest
158 Old Point Rd, Newburyport, United States
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePlovers Nest on Old Point Rd is geared to guests who want a full house rather than a room, with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven and microwave, plus a patio, balcony and garden. Sea views, a fireplace and free wifi round out the stay. With fishing nearby, it fits families and groups who plan to cook in and settle in for several nights.
See Plovers NestJoppa Flat
31 1 2 Union St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereJoppa Flat on Union St pairs free parking with free internet access in the lounge and a garden, in a wheelchair accessible setting. The flat format gives guests their own space rather than hotel services, which suits couples or small groups staying a few nights in Newburyport and arranging their own days. Smoking area is available on site.
See Joppa FlatComfy Cottage
153 Old Point Rd, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereComfy Cottage on Old Point Rd is a garden property with free parking and free internet access in the lounge, and wheelchair accessible facilities. It is set up for guests who want a quiet, self-directed stay near the water rather than a serviced hotel. A good match for couples or families with a car who value privacy over on-site dining and recreation.
See Comfy CottageSea View Loft
5 Riverside Dr, Newbury, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereSea View Loft on Riverside Dr in Newbury offers free parking, a garden and free internet access in the lounge, with fishing close by and wheelchair accessible facilities. The name and setting point to views over the water, and the loft format suits couples or small groups who want their own space. Convenient for guests touring the coastal towns around Newburyport.
See Sea View LoftPlum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach
7 52Nd St, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis Plum Island retreat sits about 1 block from the beach, so the sand is the main draw. A full kitchen with oven, microwave and toaster covers meals, while air conditioning, free wifi and parking handle the practical side. It suits families and couples who want a spa tub and a short walk to the water rather than a hotel with a front desk.
See Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to BeachAudrey Leigh
11 Melody Ln, Newburyport, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAudrey Leigh on Melody Ln is built for longer stays, with a washing machine, laundry service, full kitchen and dishwasher, plus a terrace, balcony and patio. A playground and swimming pool give children somewhere to go, and a golf course and restaurant are nearby. Best for families or groups who want a house-like base in Newburyport.
See Audrey Leigh
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Blue Inn on The Beach | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Market Street Inn | ★★★ | – | Yes | Yes |
| The Inn at Ring's Island | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Blue Water: The Cottage | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Harborsides Neighbor | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Luney Dunes Penthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Blue Haven | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Plovers Nest | ★★★ | – | – | – |
| Joppa Flat | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Comfy Cottage | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Sea View Loft | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Audrey Leigh | ★★★ | – | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Audrey Leigh on Melody Ln offers a playground, high chairs, a swimming pool and a washing machine. Plovers Nest on Old Point Rd has a garden, kitchen and sea views. Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach on 52Nd St is a short walk from the beach. All three have kitchens or kitchen equipment, which keeps family meals simple.
Audrey Leigh · Plovers Nest · Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach
For couples
Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel has a bar, fireplace and bathrobes, and is rated 4.6 from 319 reviews. Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel on Brown Square adds an indoor pool, restaurant and lounge. The Market Street Inn on Market St is rated 4.6 and has a spa, indoor pool and breakfast.
Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel · Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel · The Market Street Inn
For beach and water
Blue Inn on The Beach on Fordham Way has sea views, a jacuzzi and beach nearby, rated 4.5 from 245 reviews. Sea View Loft on Riverside Dr in Newbury offers fishing and a garden. Luney Dunes Penthouse on 4 P St has fishing and surf, and is one of several places with free parking and lounge internet access.
Blue Inn on The Beach · Sea View Loft · Luney Dunes Penthouse
For longer stays
Blue Water: The Cottage on Center Street, Joppa Flat on Union St, Harborsides Neighbor on Merrimac St and Blue Haven on Munroe St are practical for longer visits. Each has free parking, most have garden or lounge internet access, and Blue Water: The Cottage and Joppa Flat add a garden. Harborsides Neighbor sits on Merrimac St near the waterfront.
Blue Water: The Cottage · Joppa Flat · Harborsides Neighbor · Blue Haven
Where to stay in Newburyport
Newbury
Blue Inn on The Beach on Fordham Way and Sea View Loft on Riverside Dr are listed in Newbury rather than Newburyport. Both sit by the water: Blue Inn on The Beach has sea views, beach nearby and a jacuzzi, while Sea View Loft has a garden and fishing. Choose these for a quieter, coast-focused stay.
Our picks here: Blue Inn on The Beach · Sea View Loft
Salisbury
The Inn at Ring's Island on Bridge Road is the one Salisbury address on this shortlist. It has a restaurant, bar, free parking and shuttle service, plus wheelchair access. It works as a base slightly outside Newburyport while still having dining and parking on site.
Our picks here: The Inn at Ring's Island
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
The Newburyport addresses are the most central: Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel on 7 Essex St, Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel on 11 Brown Square and The Market Street Inn on 22 Market St all sit in the town itself. The Newbury and Salisbury properties are further out.
Which is the top-rated pick?
Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel and The Market Street Inn share the highest guest rating at 4.6 out of 5. The Essex Street Inn has 319 reviews behind that score, while The Market Street Inn has 16. Blue Inn on The Beach follows at 4.5 from 245 reviews.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel, Blue Inn on The Beach, Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel, The Inn at Ring's Island, Blue Water: The Cottage, Harborsides Neighbor, Luney Dunes Penthouse, Blue Haven, Joppa Flat, Comfy Cottage, Sea View Loft and Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach.
Do any have a pool or spa?
Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel and The Market Street Inn both list an indoor pool, and The Market Street Inn also lists a spa. Audrey Leigh has a swimming pool, and Blue Inn on The Beach has a jacuzzi. Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach lists a spa.
Are any of these good for families?
Audrey Leigh has a playground and high chairs, and a kitchen, washing machine and swimming pool. Plovers Nest and Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach both have kitchens, and the Plum Island Retreat is about 1 block from the beach. All three have non smoking rooms.
Which hotels are best for the beach?
Blue Inn on The Beach on Fordham Way lists beach nearby and sea views, and is rated 4.5 from 245 reviews. Plum Island Retreat about 1 Block Walk to Beach is named for its beach access, and Plovers Nest and Audrey Leigh both list fishing among their facilities.
Do any of these hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel has a restaurant and lounge on site. Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel has a bar and lounge. The Inn at Ring's Island lists a restaurant and bar, and Audrey Leigh lists a restaurant nearby or on site.
Is breakfast included at any of them?
Breakfast is listed at Essex Street Inn & Suites an Ascend Collection Hotel, Garrison Inn Boutique Hotel, The Market Street Inn. Blue Inn on The Beach lists breakfast in room instead, so you can eat without leaving your room.