Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel

2.5 star property
Riverfront motel in Essex with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel provides a tranquil garden setting with free in-room WiFi near some of the area's best beaches. Travelers appreciate the attentive staff who help them navigate local attractions while enjoying the convenience of this well-positioned property.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 3, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 4, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 6, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Motel King Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Motel Queen Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
132 Main Street, Essex, MA, 01929

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station - 7 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 42 min drive

About this property

Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel

Motel near Wingaersheek Beach
Located close to Crane Beach, Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 19 March 2025 to 30 September 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0009340920
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Shea's Riverside Inn Motel Essex
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Frequently asked questions

Is Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Crane Beach, Wingaersheek Beach and Good Harbor Beach. Long Beach and Salem Witch Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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