Must-see hotels in New England

  • 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…

  • Parker House Inn

    Vermont

    A Victorian-style red-brick house built in 1857 for former Vermont senator Joseph Parker, this antique-laden inn has seven large guest rooms and a…

  • Marston House

    Midcoast Maine

    Marston House embodies the spirit of Wiscasset: it's an antique store with two effortlessly chic guest rooms, set in a cottage garden, with a breakfast…

  • Hotel Northampton

    Pioneer Valley

    This old-timer is perfectly situated smack in the center of Northampton and has been the town's best bet since 1927. The 106 rooms are airy and well…

  • Hartford Marriott Downtown

    Connecticut

    This colossal Marriott hotel is in the Adriaen's Landing district overlooking the Connecticut River and linked to the convention center. There are 401…

  • Searsport Shores Camping Resort

    Midcoast Maine

    This is a special place on 40 oceanfront acres, with wooded sites: some are gold-class, with private deck; all have picnic table and fireplace (basically,…

  • Brewster by the Sea

    Cape Cod

    If your idea of a B&B stay is pure pampering, stop the search here. Spend the night in a room with a king-size brass bed, Jacuzzi and a fireplace, then…

  • Austin Street Inn & Gallery of Art

    New Haven

    A hotel that's a work of art, and vice versa, the Austin features parlors done in tasteful blue/green and cranberry/ochre accents, a welcoming hearth and…

  • Eagle Wing Inn

    Cape Cod

    Spacious squeaky-clean rooms, comfy beds and quiet grounds are the draw at this boutique motel geared for adults. Opt for one of the rooms with a rear…

  • Inn at Park Spring

    Portland

    Four stately, tastefully decorated rooms and one suite are on offer at this well-regarded inn. Some rooms come with sleigh beds, French doors or…

  • Five Lakes Lodge

    North Maine Woods

    Rustic goes modern at this inviting lakeside lodge off ME 11, where the view of Mt Katahdin is a stunner. The five rooms all have lake views, custom-made…

  • Julietta House

    Massachusetts

    Steps from Gloucester Harbor, this grand Georgian house has eight spacious and elegant rooms with period furnishings and private bathrooms. The…

  • Cape Arundel Inn

    Southern Maine Coast

    Perched high above the sea on Kennebunkport's famed Ocean Ave, this shingled 19th-century beach mansion has some of the most dramatic views in town. The…

  • Morgan's Rest

    Boston's Western Suburbs

    This sweet retreat is about 2 miles south of Lexington center. Three attractive rooms have modest decor and unusual amenities (such as a pool table in one…

  • Shea's Riverside

    Massachusetts

    Shea's Riverside is a two-in-one accommodation in a picturesque spot on the Essex River. The inn is a 1760 Colonial home. It contains six gorgeous rooms…

  • Six South Street Hotel

    New Hampshire

    This 69-room upscale boutique hotel in downtown Hanover is sleek, modern and stylish. It's an excellent choice if you're done with frilly B&Bs and don't…

  • John Sterling Harbor House

    Midcoast Maine

    This peaceful little B&B feels like it was plucked from a movie about a 19th-century fishing village (although let's be fair, that description could apply…

  • Intercontinental Hotel

    Boston

    The InterContinental has it going on. Service is on point. The rooms are sumptuous and sophisticated. And the location – perched on the edge of the…

  • Lambert's Cove Inn

    Martha's Vineyard

    It's a long drive through the woods to reach Lambert's Cove Inn: but for anyone looking to really get away it's worth it. The inn and its grounds have the…

  • Farmhouse Inn

    Down East

    Set amid 48 acres a couple of miles north of the town center, this family-run inn has small but cheerfully decorated rooms and there's a delightful tapas…

  • Oak Gables B&B

    Midcoast Maine

    This B&B, located in a large, comfortable home situated on 9 secluded acres, is nonetheless within walking distance of 'downtown' Damariscotta. Rooms have…

  • Sea Whale Motel

    Newport

    This owner-occupied motel is a lovely place to stay with rooms facing Easton's Pond and flowers everywhere. Rooms are neat and comfortable with simple…

  • Element Lexington

    Boston's Western Suburbs

    This Marriott property is located on the edge of the Minute Man National Historic Park, about 1.5 miles from Lexington Center. The location is odd but it…

  • Burlington Hostel

    Burlington

    Hidden behind an unassuming facade just minutes from the action centers of Church St and Lake Champlain, Burlington's hostel accommodates up to 48 guests…

  • Inn at Long Trail

    Vermont

    The first hotel built (in 1938) expressly as a ski lodge, the inn is also a temporary home to hikers pausing along the nearby Long Trail. The rustic decor…

  • Margin St Inn

    Rhode Island

    This handsome historic home (well, two homes actually) has been converted into a classy B&B with 10 fresh, beautifully furnished rooms spread across the…

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Warwick

    Providence

    This sprawling Holiday Inn near TF Green Airport in Warwick is a good-value alternative to downtown Providence hotels if you've got your own wheels…

  • Mermaid Inn

    Southeastern Connecticut

    This quirky, mermaid-themed Italianate B&B sits on a quiet street within walking distance of the town center. Its three rooms each have a private bathroom…

  • Bradley Inn

    Midcoast Maine

    This old-school inn with helpful staff has individually decorated rooms, whose themes range from classic nautical to rustic, rough-hewn chic. Depending on…

  • Loews Hotel

    Back Bay

    Perched on the border of Back Bay and the South End, this stunner is housed in the former Boston Police Headquarters. Luxurious rooms are done in blues…

  • Harraseeket Inn

    Midcoast Maine

    This big, white clapboard inn is a Freeport tradition, with a lodge-style lobby complete with crackling fireplace and afternoon tea. While most of the…

  • 21 Broad

    Nantucket

    A summery, light-filled design is the result of this inn's extreme makeover. Fun splashes of seaside colors (blues and yellows) and glitzy common areas …

  • Rodgers Country Inn

    Northern Vermont

    Not far from Shadow Lake's shores, Jim and Nancy Rodgers offer five guest rooms in their 1840s farmhouse, plus a secluded cabin sleeping up to six. Relax…

  • Inn at Woodstock Hill

    Connecticut

    The Bowen family has owned this property, now a smart 21-room inn with its own vegetable garden and a beautiful sitting room/library, since 1816. Some…

  • Hammonasset Beach State Park Campground

    Connecticut

    The campground at Hammonasset Beach State Park offers Connecticut’s only beach camping. It’s on the coast between Madison and Clinton, and despite its 558…

  • Taber Inn & Suites

    Southeastern Connecticut

    This property has downtown Mystic prices, family charm and a range of accommodations. It's somewhat aging in places, and bathrooms are on the smallish…

  • Bourne Bed & Breakfast

    Southern Maine Coast

    This refreshing B&B has pleasantly modern furnishings; some rooms feel more like comfortably appointed contemporary apartments than traditional lacy B&B…

  • Village of Loon Mountain

    White Mountains

    This lodge has basic, modern suites that sleep at least four people, as well as townhouses right on the mountainside, so you can ski out the door to the…

  • Admiral Dewey Inn

    Rhode Island

    Near the beachy town of Matunuck, this 10-room 1898 National Historic Register building offers reasonable rates and a two-minute walk to the beach. Most…

  • Acadia Inn

    Mount Desert Island

    This traditional 95-room hotel with helpful staff sits beside a trail leading into the park. The good-sized rooms are smart and comfortable, there's a…