6 Coastal New England Hotels for When You Need a Seaside Escape
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In New England, where beach weather lasts only a few short months, there’s something infectious about the way locals flock to the coast once the temperatures start rising. This summer, join them at one of these six hotels that embody the area’s best offerings, from fascinating history to farm-fresh cuisine and plenty of quintessential charm. Spend the night in a 19th-century mansion, have the meal of your life in the town a certain First Family made famous or roast s’mores around the campfire, then party the night away at the tip of Cape Cod—and, of course, spend plenty of time at the beach. When you’re in need of some seaside respite, these coastal escapes have you covered.
Hidden Pond
Kennebunkport, Maine
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Located in the atmospheric town of Kennebunkport, Hidden Pond features charming freestanding cottages and tree house–inspired suites spread across 60 acres of tranquil balsam fir and birch groves. Guests also have access to two outdoor pools, a treetop spa and an award-winning restaurant serving farm-to-table fare. Best of all, the resort is a five-minute ride down to beloved Goose Rocks Beach on your complimentary house bike.
Cliff House Maine
Cape Neddick, Maine
It’s almost hard to believe that this peaceful, secluded resort is under two hours from downtown Boston. Here, as the hotel’s name implies, 70 acres span a dramatic stretch of coastal cliffs, and each of the 226 rooms and suites offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Not that you’ll spend much time inside—golfing, biking, hiking, kayaking, and fishing and lobstering charters are all on offer at this Maine retreat.
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
Harwich, Massachusetts
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This is the type of Cape Cod resort where repeat guests make their reservation for the subsequent summer before checking out. Nestled down a private drive, the Wequassett feels less like the sprawling, historic hotel that it is, and more like your most fabulous friend’s Cape house. Think: cedar shake cottages, hydrangea bushes and a glorious pool area overlooking a secluded bay. It’s a must-visit if you’re a golfer, too, since guests have access to the renowned members-only Cape Cod National Golf Club just next door.
AWOL
Provincetown, Massachusetts
There’s something so magical about this unpretentious motor lodge at the very tip of Cape Cod. With a coastal bohemian aesthetic, the 30 rooms are chic but comfortable; many also have private balconies, so you can watch the sunset over the glittering sea marshes in the distance. There’s a great pool area and firepits where you can roast s’mores or enjoy a nightcap, and the whole thing is just a 20-minute walk from downtown Provincetown. You’re close to the action, yet worlds away.
White Elephant Nantucket
Nantucket, Massachusetts
This harbor-front resort has always been iconic, but thanks to a recent renovation, it’s more elegant than ever. Consider it the choose-your-own-adventure of New England coastal escapes: Depending on the size of your group, you can opt to stay in the historic main building, the nearby Inn, the Garden Cottages next door or the Downtown Lofts several blocks away in the heart of town. There’s no going wrong whichever you pick—this historic hotel has been a mainstay of Nantucket hospitality for over a century for good reason.
Castle Hill Inn
Newport, Rhode Island
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It’s hard to think of a more impressive piece of Rhode Island real estate than Castle Hill Inn, which commands a prominent position on the tip of Aquidneck Island, with unbelievable views of Rhode Island Sound, Narragansett Bay, the Newport Bridge and the countless sailboats cruising in and out of the harbor. There isn’t a bad room in the house, whether you opt for one of the eclectic rooms inside the historic Agassiz Mansion, or you splurge on one of the indulgent cottages, tucked into the dunes of the hotel’s private beach. The property is set to partially reopen on March 5, following a fire.
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