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Handkerchief Shoals Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Harwich Port

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in South Harwich, Handkerchief Shoals Inn is near the beach. Harwich Port and Ocean Edge Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Red River Beach and Hardings Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Cape Cod Inflatable Park.
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Map
888 Route 28, South Harwich, MA, 02661

What's nearby

  • Red River Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harwich Port - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bank Street Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hardings Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club - 16 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brax Landing Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Lanyard Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • The Seal Pub And Cafe
  • Drifters

About this property

Handkerchief Shoals Inn

Motel near Harwich Port
Located close to Red River Beach and Hardings Beach, Handkerchief Shoals Inn provides a garden and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Handkerchief Shoals Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 December and 31 March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 - C0007821260
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Handkerchief Shoals Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Handkerchief Shoals Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Handkerchief Shoals Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Handkerchief Shoals Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Handkerchief Shoals Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Handkerchief Shoals Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harwich Port and Red River Beach. Hardings Beach and Chatham Lighthouse Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Handkerchief Shoals Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 226 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time back in 60 years! Classic Motel with your car right outside your room. Updated and very clean. Friendly owners. Convenient to the Harwiches and the Chathams.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here for a few days the last two summers when we visit friends in the area, and it's always clean, easy to book, excellent service and communication, and convenient to beaches, dining, shopping, and touring around the Cape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Clean room and helpful staff. Easy check in. The pool is very nice. There’s a beach .25 miles away that my husband and I walked to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the quaintness of the property the proximity to the water the helpfulness of the staff and the room and bath😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it was great area
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, quiet, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay on Cape Cod

Very nice clean motel, spacious room, newly renovated, clean large pool, hot coffee and snacks in front office. Convenient to both Harwichport and Chatham, set back from the main road so very quiet. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was unbelievably helpful, the property was quaint and immaculate…. It helped make our holiday memorable:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed a night to attend a wedding. The property was very clean and quiet. Would recommend this property to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laerte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is old property but the owner keeps in good shape the pool is small but deep inside and area safe for the kids playing I loved the room clean was big enough for us
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at Handkerchief Shoals Inn. It is so clean, quiet, economical, and conveniently located between our two favorites: Harwichport and Chatham. All rooms have been updated too. It is a little hidden treasure!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the free excellent coffee and snacks. Loved the fresh towels exchange. Loved the helpful attitude of the owners. Loved the outside chairs and grill and beautiful grounds. Going back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot!

This is an older property that the new owners have done a great job updating. The location is perfect for access to both Chatham and Harwichport. It's also under a 5 minute drive to Red River Beach and 10-15 minutes away from the Chatham beaches. The pool area is mid sized but nice and never busy. Overall a great location, nice owners and amazing location that's close to everything couples or families would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Totally happy staying there! Just the right spot to go fly fishing in that area. Told them I’ll be back in the Spring but it’s going to be easier than that, we still have the Fall run.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived before check in and they were happy to accommodate. I’m sure it helped that it was off season (the best time to enjoy the Cape) Very nice people. Reasonable rates. Nice and clean. Bathroom is a tad dated, but that goes with the charm of Old Cape Cod.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attractive, charming inside decor. Non-contact system seemed to work well. On cloudy days the room was a little dark inside. (Had to clean collected dust off light bulbs to improve lighting sources in main room. Bathroom well-lit.)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were smaller than I thought they would be. The microwave was very old. I would have liked my trash emptied and fresh towels on the second day. The grounds were very pretty and I appreciated a smoking area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was rather rude and unavailable. The place was empty, and we were the only guests besides two rooms of construction workers. Very expensive with no amenities whatsoever. Can only get ice when the office was open. They left us only 1/2 roll of toilet paper for a two day stay. Not a good value. Inattentive property staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful grounds, but the rooms need some TLC. Worst bed I've ever slept on. Totally wrecked my back. The TV was really poor quality and the WiFi didn't even work. The towels weren't great either considering the room cost $530 for 2 nights. That said, the property was convenient for a short weekend but will definitely consider spending a little extra money next time I'm in town to stay at a nicer hotel unless this place makes some upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was OK until the third night,,,the battery in the smoke alarm started to fail, and we were rudely awakened every few hours...we should have been paid for the last night!! The pool was very clean. No housekeeping, but we are clean folks...so that didn't matter. There was no ice machine in sight, if in fact they did have one. No tissues in the bathroom was a poor way to save a buck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Staff & service
Internet, air conditioner hair drier all sub standard or did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming little inn. It's less than a mile walk to the beach and there are several good restaurants within 2 miles on either side. The grounds are very well kept, and our room was very clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025