10 Best Hotels in Downtown Gloucester, Gloucester for 2026

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Where to stay in Downtown Gloucester

Find the best Downtown Gloucester areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Gloucester

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East Gloucester

If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a wooden walkway leading to it.

Rocky Neck

While Rocky Neck might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Maritime Gloucester.

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Magnolia

Nestled in Gloucester, this small village boasts its own library, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy Gray Beach at Coolidge Reservation or take in scenic views of Kettle Cove at Surf Park.

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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.

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Top Downtown Gloucester Hotel Reviews

The Highliner Hotel

8/10 Good

"Loved our room. Very elegant and immaculate. Absolutely excellent location. Celebrated our 24th anniversary in style. Parking is a little walk. Would recommend dropping off one person and luggage then go park."

The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

8/10 Good

"This hotel was unique in the fact that it was located on a college campus. The area was beautiful - unfortunately, we weren't able to explore the grounds or beach due to our other travel adventures. The hotel is a little out of the way, so if you don't have a car, you'll be hiring an Uber to go anywhere (which is what we had to do). The room was typical; it had everything I look for in a good hotel room - nice, supportive bed, clean linens, nice bathroom and a thermostat works!"

The Cove At Salem

10/10 Excellent

"The facility appears to be new and exceptionally clean. The rooms a large with comfortable furniture. The bathrooms are well equipped and clean. You get a combination code for your room which is nice. No need to keep track of a key. There is plenty of parking for now but more rooms are being built. Cell phone service (at least Verizon) is TERRIBLE around the hotel. They have WIFI that works fairly well in the evening, but I found that when the staff is in the office, WIFI performance degrades a great deal. I don't know what they are doing to sap the bandwidth. For television, they provide Roku boxes on TVs. You can use your home account to access whatever streaming service that is supported by Roku. Just make sure you delete the quick access link which is supposed to delete your personal streaming accounts. If you're looking at going into Salem for the museums, etc., it is about a 20 minute walk. The sidewalks are very uneven, so the walk could be troublesome for those with walkers and canes. For restaurants and stores, that 20 minute walk is necessary. There is a breakfast place with 4 or 5 tables that you can reach within 10 minutes by walking. The staff pointed out they have something called "Skipper" for transportation and provided a phone number. They really should have mentioned the need to set up an account with Skipper before trying to arrange a ride. A map of the area should also be provided at the hotel. Some are free at the attractions."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Gloucester?

Travelers to Gloucester's Downtown Gloucester neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Cape Ann Museum and Maritime Gloucester as part of your Downtown Gloucester travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Gloucester?

Based on our traveler data, Beauport Hotel Gloucester is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Gloucester. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Another good choice for your stay in the area is The Highliner Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Gloucester area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Gloucester to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Gloucester area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Gloucester, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Gloucester.

What can I see and do in this Gloucester neighborhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Cape Ann Museum, Maritime Gloucester, or Sargent House Museum during your stay in Downtown Gloucester. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch and Pavilion Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Gloucester include Cape Ann Historical Museum, Schooner Adventure, and Fishermen's Memorial Monument. While you're out sightseeing, Rocky Neck Art Colony and The Gorton Theatre are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gloucester.

How can I get around Downtown Gloucester and the greater Gloucester area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Gloucester Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown Gloucester hotels

1. Beauport Hotel Gloucester

2. The Highliner Hotel

3. Harborview Inn

4. Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

5. Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

6. Rockport Inn And Suites

7. Castle Manor Inn

8. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn

9. The Vista

10. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

11. The Rockport House

12. Sally Webster Inn

13. The Cove at Rockport Hotel

14. Long Beach Suites

15. Addison Choate Inn

16. The Yankee Clipper Inn

17. Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge

18. Emerson Inn

19. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

20. Eagle House Motel

Where to stay in Downtown Gloucester

East Gloucester

Rocky Neck

Magnolia

Annisquam

Top Downtown Gloucester Hotel Reviews

The Highliner Hotel

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