Gloucester, MA

Travel Guide
Half Moon Beach which includes a beach, general coastal views and a sunset

Where to stay in Gloucester

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Annisquam

While Annisquam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.

Annisquam
Beautiful place to walk and enjoy the views. This foggy noon created the atmosphere of an unreal world.

Magnolia

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

Magnolia
The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
3.5 out of 5
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA
The price is AED200 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
AED200
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (528 reviews)
"Lovely clean rooms, beautiful view."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2024

The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
3.5 out of 5
55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA
The price is AED282 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
AED282
per night
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (718 reviews)
"Roof top pool was a highlight !"

Reviewed on 31 May, 2024

Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Castle Manor Inn
Castle Manor Inn
2.5 out of 5
141 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA
Stay at this hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (754 reviews)
"Room was clean, inn is beautiful, and customer service for arriving after hours was accommodating and easy. Definitely can recommend!"

Reviewed on 26 May, 2024

Castle Manor Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming Downtown Gloucester Retreat. Walk to Restaurants, Museums, Waterfront
Charming Downtown Gloucester Retreat. Walk to Restaurants, Museums, Waterfront
Gloucester
Stay at this apartment in Gloucester. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Good Harbor Beach and Wingaersheek Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"The apartment was exceptional—neat, roomy, and conveniently located at the heart of it all, with most attractions within an easy stroll or a brief car ride. For those traveling with canine companions, you'll be delighted to find a charming dog park in the vicinity, although we only discovered this ..."

Reviewed on 26 May, 2024

Charming Downtown Gloucester Retreat. Walk to Restaurants, Museums, Waterfront
Luxury 1900's romantic retreat steps from the beach - King Suite!
Luxury 1900's romantic retreat steps from the beach - King Suite!
Gloucester
Stay at this cottage in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Wingaersheek Beach and Cape Ann are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Quaint Cottage in Quiet Location
"Cottage was very nice and it had everything we needed for a quiet getaway."

Reviewed on 22 Apr, 2024

Luxury 1900's romantic retreat steps from the beach - King Suite!
Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach
Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach
Gloucester
Stay at this vacation home in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Wingaersheek Beach and Cape Ann are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Wonderful!
"Charming house, lovely yard, beautiful setting near the ocean. Great kitchen, loved the adjoining pantry as well. Had a wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 16 May, 2024

Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Gloucester

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Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

SSW
Mar 9, 2020

Loved Rockport beaches and lighthouses

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jan 2, 2020

Peaceful place, don’t have opportunity to walk around, because we there for a wedding but I will like

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Dec 8, 2019

Just go

5/5 - Excellent

Rachel
Nov 25, 2019

Beautiful, rich history, friendly people, warm atmosphere, fascinating. Great places to eat!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Nov 25, 2019

Quintessential town, beautiful harbor views, quaint independent shopping, 10 minutes from Rockport

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Nov 18, 2019

I highly suggest driving along the coastline if time allows.