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4-star hotels in Orleans
This shortlist gathers 15 four-star hotels in Orleans, United States. Each entry is a self-contained house or cottage, several with pools, kitchens or private beach access, so it suits couples and families who want space and a coastal base rather than a conventional hotel room.
Staying in Orleans
Orleans is a Cape Cod town where the accommodation is almost entirely houses and cottages rather than large hotels, and this list reflects that: 15 four-star properties spread along the town's residential lanes and waterfront roads. Addresses cluster on the elbow of the Cape, from Main Street in the town centre to Captain Linnell Road, Barley Neck Rd, Rock Harbor Rd, West Rd and Gosnold Rd, with several properties on or near Pleasant Bay, Crystal Lake and the Nauset Beach side.
The mix suits different trips. Couples get quiet, self-contained cottages such as Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations or The Quintessential Cape Cottage. Families are drawn to the houses with playgrounds, table tennis or pool access, notably Barley Breeze, Spinnaker Trail and Namskaket Retreat. Groups wanting space and a kitchen for longer stays should look at the larger waterfront and lakefront homes. Business travellers have fewer matches here, mainly Babes Bungalow, the one property listing a business centre.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Parsonage Inn
202 Main Street, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star inn on Main Street with a garden and terrace, plus a jacuzzi and free car parking. Breakfast is covered by special diets, and the laundry service and washing machine suit longer stays. Couples and small groups who want Orleans walks and shops close by will find it easy.
See The Parsonage InnSalty Ridge Station
1 Salty Ridge Rd, Orleans, United States
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSalty Ridge Station is a 4-star base with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven for self-catering, and a fireplace for cooler evenings. A restaurant on site and a beach nearby keep days simple. It suits families and groups who want to cook in and still eat out without driving far.
See Salty Ridge StationBarley Breeze
185 Barley Neck Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star address on Barley Neck Road pairs a swimming pool and pool bar with a restaurant and a golf course. A kitchen, dishwasher and oven make longer stays easy, and horse back riding is available. Good for families, with a playground and picnic area on hand.
See Barley BreezeNamskaket Retreat
4 Captain Linnell Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereNamskaket Retreat is a 4-star house with a full kitchen, dishwasher and oven, and a patio for outdoor meals. A beach is nearby and pets are allowed, and there is a playground for children. It fits families and pet owners who want to settle in rather than move between rooms.
See Namskaket Retreat3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck
82 Captain Linnell Road, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star Cape Cod cottage on Captain Linnell Road provides 3 bicycles, a deck patio and a fireplace, with free wifi and parking included. A kitchen with dishwasher and microwave covers meals, and a spa and table tennis fill rainy hours. It suits cyclists and couples who want the beach nearby.
See 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with DeckAreys Pond Point
8 Peck's Way, Orleans, United States
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereAreys Pond Point is a 4-star house with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven, a patio and laundry service. It sits near a beach, and the non smoking rooms and first aid kit keep things straightforward. A steady choice for families or friends who want space and quiet self-catering on Peck's Way.
See Areys Pond Point1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck
12 Meadow Way, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThis 4-star Orleans home on Meadow Way is 1 mi to Nauset Beach and has a deck, garden and fireplace. Free wifi and parking come with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven, so groups can eat in. It suits beachgoers and families who want the shore within a short drive.
See 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with DeckSpinnaker Trail
3 Spinnaker Trail, Orleans, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Spa
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOn Spinnaker Trail, this 4-star property adds a swimming pool, pool bar and spa to a kitchen with dishwasher and oven. A restaurant and golf course are on site, and table tennis and a picnic area round it out. Good for groups who want resort facilities alongside a self-catering kitchen.
See Spinnaker TrailThe Quintessential Cape Cottage
86 West Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Quintessential Cape Cottage is a 4-star house on West Road with a swimming pool, restaurant and golf course, plus a kitchen with dishwasher and oven. Picnic area, laundry service and non smoking rooms are provided. It suits families who want both cooking space and leisure facilities close by.
See The Quintessential Cape CottageBabes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations
4 Doane Terrace, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBabes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations is a 4-star property with a balcony, patio and garden, plus free wifi and free car parking. A kitchen and kitchenette with oven and microwave make meals flexible, and pets are allowed. A business center also makes it workable for a mixed trip.
See Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations15526 Luxurious Waterfront Home with Incredible Entertainment Space Secluded on Pleasant Bay
117 Lake Dr, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThis 4-star waterfront home on Lake Drive has a fireplace, garden and beach nearby, with free wifi and free car parking. The kitchen, dishwasher and oven support group cooking, and cleaning is included. It suits larger parties who want entertainment space and water on the doorstep.
See 15526 Luxurious Waterfront Home with Incredible Entertainment Space Secluded on Pleasant Bay1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town
200 Rock Harbor Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereA 4-star house on Rock Harbor Road, 1 min drive to Rock Harbor and 2 min to town, with a patio, garden and beach nearby. Free wifi, free car parking and cleaning are included, along with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven. Convenient for guests who want the harbor and town within minutes.
See 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to TownAccess to private area of Nauset Beach
46 Gosnold Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star home on Gosnold Road has access to a private area of Nauset Beach, plus a garden and beach nearby. A kitchen and kitchenette with dishwasher and oven, free wifi and free car parking cover the practical side, and pets are allowed. Suits beach lovers and dog owners.
See Access to private area of Nauset Beach10 ft from Crystal Lake New renovation
22 Meg's Ln, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereA 4-star house 10 ft from Crystal Lake with a garden and beach nearby, recently renovated. Free wifi, free car parking and cleaning are provided, and the kitchen, dishwasher and oven handle group meals. It suits guests who want lakefront proximity with the sea also close.
See 10 ft from Crystal Lake New renovationClose to Barley Neck Landing
8 Nichols Rd, Orleans, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereClose to Barley Neck Landing, this 4-star house offers a garden and beach nearby, plus free wifi, free car parking and cleaning. A kitchen with dishwasher and oven makes self-catering easy, and the non smoking rooms keep it simple. A good fit for guests who want a landing and shore within easy reach.
See Close to Barley Neck Landing
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Parsonage Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Salty Ridge Station | ★★★★ | – | – | – |
| Barley Breeze | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Namskaket Retreat | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes |
| 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Areys Pond Point | ★★★★ | – | – | – |
| 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Spinnaker Trail | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| The Quintessential Cape Cottage | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| 15526 Luxurious Waterfront Home with Incredible Entertainment Space Secluded on Pleasant Bay | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Access to private area of Nauset Beach | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| 10 ft from Crystal Lake New renovation | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Close to Barley Neck Landing | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These houses give children room to spread out. Barley Breeze and Spinnaker Trail list a swimming pool and table tennis, with a playground at Barley Breeze. Namskaket Retreat and Areys Pond Point add a playground and patios, and Namskaket Retreat is one of the few properties here that accepts pets.
Barley Breeze · Namskaket Retreat · Spinnaker Trail · Areys Pond Point
For beach access
Several properties list a beach nearby. Access to private area of Nauset Beach is named for it, 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town sits on Rock Harbor Rd, and 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck and The Parsonage Inn also list beach or coast access within Orleans.
Access to private area of Nauset Beach · 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town · The Parsonage Inn · 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck
For couples
For two, Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations offers a balcony, kitchenette and free parking, while The Quintessential Cape Cottage and Close to Barley Neck Landing keep things compact and quiet. 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck adds a fireplace, a spa and bicycles for two.
Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations · The Quintessential Cape Cottage · 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck · Close to Barley Neck Landing
For longer stays
Houses with full kitchens, laundry and outdoor space work best for a week or more. 15526 Luxurious Waterfront Home and 10 ft from Crystal Lake New renovation both list free parking, gardens and beach access, while Salty Ridge Station and 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck add fireplaces and dishwashers.
Salty Ridge Station · 15526 Luxurious Waterfront Home with Incredible Entertainment Space Secluded on Pleasant Bay · 10 ft from Crystal Lake New renovation · 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck
Where to stay in Orleans
Captain Linnell Road
Two of the listed properties sit on this road: Namskaket Retreat at 4 Captain Linnell Rd and 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck at 82 Captain Linnell Road. Both are four-star houses with kitchens and laundry, and both list a beach nearby, making this a quiet, residential corner for a self-catering Cape Cod stay.
Our picks here: 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck
Barley Neck Rd
Barley Breeze at 185 Barley Neck Rd and Close to Barley Neck Landing at 8 Nichols Rd both belong to this part of Orleans. Barley Breeze is the larger of the two, with a swimming pool, pool bar, playground and golf course listed; Close to Barley Neck Landing is a smaller house with free parking and beach access nearby.
Our picks here: Barley Breeze
Rock Harbor Rd
1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town stands at 200 Rock Harbor Rd, on the road that leads to the harbour side of Orleans. The house lists free parking, a garden, a patio and a beach nearby, and its name indicates Rock Harbor and the town centre are both within a short drive.
Our picks here: 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town
Things to do near Orleans
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has the highest guest rating?
The hotel data carries no guest rating or review count for any of these 15 properties, so no single one can be named as the top-rated pick from this list.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Yes. The Parsonage Inn, 3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck, 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck, Babes Bungalow by Leavetown Vacations and several other houses list free car parking, and Babes Bungalow is the only one combining it with a business centre.
Are there hotels here where pets are allowed?
Two properties list pets allowed: Namskaket Retreat at 4 Captain Linnell Rd and Access to private area of Nauset Beach at 46 Gosnold Rd. No other property on this list states that pets are accepted.
Which hotels have a swimming pool?
Barley Breeze at 185 Barley Neck Rd, Spinnaker Trail at 3 Spinnaker Trail and The Quintessential Cape Cottage at 86 West Rd list a swimming pool. Barley Breeze and Spinnaker Trail also list a pool bar.
Which hotels are best for families?
Barley Breeze and Namskaket Retreat both list a playground, and Barley Breeze and Spinnaker Trail add a swimming pool and table tennis. Areys Pond Point, Salty Ridge Station and 1 Mi to Nauset Beach Upscale Orleans Home with Deck offer large houses with kitchens.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Orleans?
The Parsonage Inn is the only property on Main Street in Orleans. 1 min drive to Rock Harbor 2 min to Town is named for its short drive to the town centre, and Close to Barley Neck Landing sits on Nichols Rd near the Barley Neck area.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
No. None of the 15 four-star properties on this list states that breakfast is included or served. Most are houses with their own kitchen, oven, microwave and refrigerator, and Barley Breeze, Spinnaker Trail and The Quintessential Cape Cottage list restaurants.
Is there a spa or hot tub at any of these hotels?
3 Bicycles Provided Cape Cod Cottage with Deck and Spinnaker Trail both list a spa. The Parsonage Inn is the one property listing a jacuzzi.