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Where to stay in Downtown Gloucester

Find the best Downtown Gloucester areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A lighthouse, a white building with a red roof, and a stone walkway leading to the water.

East Gloucester

If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Rocky Neck

While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.

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A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a beach.

Annisquam

Though Annisquam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.

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A garden with purple flowers and a foggy coastline.

Magnolia

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay.

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Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was conveniently located close to everything, and the staff was awesome—friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. We only had two complaints. First, there were no refrigerators in the rooms, which made it difficult to keep our drinks cold. Second, apparently the room’s air conditioner was out of service, so a portable air conditioner was provided instead. While it did serve its purpose and kept the room reasonably cool, it was quite loud and made it difficult to sleep. The portable unit also had to vent through the window, which meant we could hear street noise throughout the night. Overall, we enjoyed the property and would consider staying here again, but having working air conditioning and refrigerators in the rooms would have made the experience much better."

The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the hotel and the staff were excellent. I rated it slightly lower for two reasons. The first was we had a queen sized bed and looking at the bed, it was pretty small. It did not fill the bed frame, so we had to get an air mattress because we couldn’t both fit in the bed. The second was very minor and that was parking. The hotel shares the lot with the conference center, so if there is a conference, there is no parking except across the street. It happened twice to us and when we were leaving a conference attendee stopped us so she could get our spot. It was a great hotel otherwise. It was great."

The Hotel Salem

8/10 Good

"The location of this hotel is perfect to see all what Salem has to offer. It is centralized and walking distance to everything worth seeing in Salem. The cost is a little high, but worth it for the convenience of being so close to everything. Loved the sparkling water dispenser outside our room. We came here in August, and the sparkling water was a refreshing treat after being out in the hot sun all day. The parking in Salem is unusual, and parking is not included with price of the room. The closest parking lot is about a block away. Do have a drink at their rooftop bar which gives a great view of Salem. The rooms are very clean and nicely decorated. The staff were very nice and we came into Salem early. The staff took our bags and text us when the room was ready. If we come to Salem again, I would definitely stay here again for the convenient."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Gloucester?

Travellers to Gloucester's Downtown Gloucester neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch as part of your Downtown Gloucester travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Gloucester?

Based on our traveller data, Beauport Hotel Gloucester is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Gloucester. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include The Highliner Hotel and Harborview Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Gloucester?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Gloucester to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Gloucester area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Gloucester, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Downtown Gloucester.

What can I see and do in this Gloucester neighbourhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Cape Ann Museum, Maritime Gloucester or Sargent House Museum during your stay in Downtown Gloucester. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch and Pavilion Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Gloucester include Cape Ann Historical Museum, Schooner Adventure and Fishermen's Memorial Monument. While you're out sightseeing, Bryan Gallery and Rocky Neck Art Colony are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gloucester.

How can I get around Downtown Gloucester and the greater Gloucester area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Gloucester Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown Gloucester hotels

1. The Highliner Hotel

2. Beauport Hotel Gloucester

3. Harborview Inn

4. Castle Manor Inn

5. Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

6. The Vista

7. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

8. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn

9. Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

10. Rockport Inn And Suites

11. The Rockport House

12. Long Beach Suites

13. The Cove at Rockport Hotel

14. Addison Choate Inn

15. Emerson Inn

16. Sally Webster Inn

17. The Yankee Clipper Inn

18. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

19. Eagle House Motel

20. Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge

Where to stay in Downtown Gloucester

East Gloucester

Rocky Neck

Annisquam

Magnolia

Top Downtown Gloucester Hotel Reviews

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

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