Must-see hotels in New England

  • Waybury Inn

    Vermont

    A favorite of Robert Frost, this former stagecoach stop 5 miles southeast of Middlebury has a wood-paneled restaurant and sumptuous guest rooms. The inn's…

  • Shire

    Vermont

    Within walking distance of Woodstock's town center on US 4, this recently expanded hotel has 50 comfortable rooms, the best of which come with fireplaces,…

  • North Beach Campground

    Burlington

    Nature lovers should make a beeline for this wonderful campground, with 137 sites on 45 wooded acres bordering Lake Champlain. From Burlington's downtown…

  • One of a Kind B&B

    Burlington

    In the quiet Lakeview Terrace neighborhood north of downtown, this two-unit place offers a suite at the back of a creatively renovated 1910 house, with a…

  • Orchard Street Manor

    South Shore

    The 19th-century home of a whaling captain, this Georgian Revival beauty is riddled with architectural delights including marble fireplaces, leaded…

  • Chatham Guest Rooms

    Cape Cod

    A top-shelf budget option in pricey Chatham. Here, above the Maps of Antiquity store, three suites are available at a bargain price. The Garden Suite and…

  • Lamie's Inn & Tavern

    New Hampshire

    To escape the din of Hampton Beach, head to this colonial manor, built in 1740, in downtown Hampton. The graceful guest rooms have exposed brick walls,…

  • Swift House Inn

    Vermont

    Two blocks north of the town green, this grand white Federal mansion (1814) is surrounded by formal lawns and gardens. Luxurious standard rooms in the…

  • Long Island Bridge Campground

    New Hampshire

    Thirteen miles northeast of Meredith, this camping area overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee has popular tent and RV sites and a private beach. Waterfront sites…

  • Nashua House

    Martha's Vineyard

    The Vineyard the way it used to be…but with a few concessions to modernity (some rooms have TV, some have private bathroom). You'll find simple, spotless,…

  • Atlantic Inn

    Rhode Island

    This 1879 establishment commands a gentle perch on a grassy hilltop, with ocean and town vistas. The gracefully appointed Victorian inn features a wide…

  • Portland Harbor Hotel

    Portland

    This handsome independent hotel has a classically coiffed lobby, where guests relax on upholstered leather chairs surrounding the glowing fireplace. The…

  • Carter Notch Inn

    White Mountains

    Across from a golf course (that could pass for pristine mountain pasture in snow season), this B&B on a beautiful winding country road a mile north of…

  • Old Sturbridge Inn

    Massachusetts

    Just outside the grounds of Old Sturbridge Village, this lodging facility is managed by the museum. It includes the 1789 Oliver Wight House, a charming…

  • Dunes' Edge Campground

    Provincetown

    Camp amid the dunes and shady pines at this family-friendly campground on the north side of US 6, between the National Seashore and town. With just 100…

  • Ames Hotel

    Boston

    It's easy to miss this understated hotel, tucked behind the granite facade of the historic Ames Building (Boston's first skyscraper). Starting in the…

  • Oxford House Inn

    Western Maine

    Enjoy Saco River views from this century-old house with four stylish rooms. The owners are chefs and the highly regarded on-site restaurant serves…

  • Cottage Place on Squam Lake

    New Hampshire

    The cozy, comfortable Cottage Place fronts Squam Lake, offering a private beach, a swimming raft and docking space for boats. There is a wide variety of…

  • Captain's House Inn

    Cape Cod

    Everything about this inn, set in an 1839 Greek Revival mansion and its luxurious outbuildings, is gracious. The decor is sumptuous, most guest rooms have…

  • York Harbor Inn

    Southern Maine Coast

    This country-style inn has small but smartly appointed rooms and sweeping views of the waterfront and York's cliffside seascapes. The dark lobby set with…

  • Eden Pines Inn

    Massachusetts

    Eden Pines is all about the view: it's spectacular. Perched up on the rocks, the inn faces Loblolly Cove, the Thacher Island lighthouses and the big blue…

  • Harborside Inn

    Boston

    Steps from Faneuil Hall and the waterfront, this boutique hotel inhabits a respectfully renovated 19th-century mercantile warehouse. The 116 rooms are on…

  • Franconia Inn

    White Mountains

    This excellent 35-room inn, just 2 miles south of Franconia, is set on a broad, fertile, pine-fringed river valley. You'll find plenty of common space and…

  • Brunswick Inn

    Midcoast Maine

    Overlooking Brunswick's town green, this elegant guesthouse has rooms ranging from small to spacious. Each is uniquely designed in an airy, farmhouse-chic…

  • Beechwood Hotel

    Massachusetts

    This hotel is well known to business travelers and wedding guests for its attentive service. With 52 rooms, the place is small enough to retain a personal…

  • Castine Inn

    Down East

    A short stroll uphill from the harbor, the Castine Inn has 19 comfy, cheerfully decorated rooms – some with waterfront views. The handsome building,…

  • Cabot Cove Cottages

    Southern Maine Coast

    Set in a semicircle in a forest glade, these 16 miniature cottages look almost like fairy houses. Decor is airy and peaceful, all whitewashed walls and…

  • Atlantis Oceanfront Inn

    Massachusetts

    The institutional but comfortable rooms at this large motel-style facility are spruced up with private terraces and exceptional ocean views. This place…

  • Hotel Providence

    Providence

    This boutique hotel with 80 guestrooms and 16 suites is perfectly located in the heart of the city. It's just large enough for privacy but small enough…

  • Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel

    Mount Desert Island

    This elegant option is down a quiet street just steps from Main St and covers its bases very well. There are nine large, charming, antique-filled B&B…

  • Starbuck Inn

    Connecticut

    A B&B with a modern twist, including central air-conditioning and cable TV. Peter Starbuck, your host, makes sure you get a freshly prepared breakfast…

  • Kineo View Lodge

    North Maine Woods

    Around three miles south of Greenville, this friendly, family-run place has comfortable, well-equipped rooms, each with a mini-fridge, microwave and…

  • Ardmore Inn

    Vermont

    This centrally located, family-run inn in a stately 1867 Victorian–Greek Revival building has four antique-laden rooms named after Vermont authors, with…

  • Amherst Inn

    Pioneer Valley

    A stately, three-story Victorian with handsome Tudor detailing, this classic B&B also offers plenty of appeal in price and comfort. It books heavily with…

  • Belfry Inn & Bistro

    Cape Cod

    Ever fall asleep in church? Then you'll love the rooms, some with stained-glass windows, in this creatively restored former church, now an upmarket B&B…

  • Courtyard New Haven at Yale

    New Haven

    Despite its popularity, this brand-standard property in an excellent location is in good shape and is well maintained. Great staff, in conjunction with…

  • Red Lion Inn

    The Berkshires

    This aging white-frame hotel is at the very heart of Stockbridge village, marking the intersection of Main St and MA 7. It's been the town's focal point…

  • Clarksburg State Park

    The Berkshires

    With views of the Berkshire hills and the Green Mountains, this is a scenic spot to pitch your tent. The 45 campsites in wooded grounds have access to…

  • Clark Currier Inn

    Massachusetts

    Travelers in search of a genteel experience can luxuriate in this 1803 Federal mansion, with its stately parlor and welcoming library. Details such as…

  • Waterford Inn

    Provincetown

    A newly revitalized 1850s-era inn in the heart of Commercial St, the Waterford offers a chic retreat – lots of white and navy with splashes of color and…