Marblehead

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Marblehead
Marblehead

With a bright, old-fashioned haven of rickety houses and cobbled roads, this town also has a rich cultural heritage and splendid coastal scenery.

Admire colonial architecture and Revolutionary War artwork in Marblehead. Embrace a rich maritime culture at the region’s premier yachting port and follow leafy paths to deserted beaches.

Marblehead, settled in 1629, is claimed as the birthplace of the U.S. Navy. This title dates back to 1775 when the schooner Hannah became the first vessel commissioned for battle by George Washington. Today’s maritime culture remains strong. View the pretty harbour holding over 2,000 boats.

Stroll along the narrow streets and admire shades of cream, yellow and blue coating many of the buildings from the 1600s and 1700s. Look inside boutique clothing and craft stores or purchase nautical-themed souvenirs shaped from wood and ceramics.

Walk to Abbot Hall. Unmissable for its red-brick façade, its high clock tower is visible from all parts of town. View fascinating artifacts including the original title deed given by the region’s native tribe in 1684. Don’t miss the Spirit of ’76 painting by Archibald M. Willard.

Visit the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, an impressive federal structure built in 1768 that now holds a museum of period toys and furnishings. Priceless relics illustrating a turbulent seafaring past are placed in rooms decorated with lavish chandeliers and canvases.

From here enjoy a leisurely walk to Fort Sewall at the northern end of town. Constructed in 1644 and enlarged in 1742 to defend against French ships, this weathered structure now has an area of luscious parkland around it.

Comparable for its natural beauty and tranquility is Marblehead Neck, reaching into the Atlantic from the town centre. See homes of the rich as you follow tree-covered trails leading to secluded coves perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

Marblehead is in Essex County, a 40-minute drive north of BostonOpens in a new window. Come at the beginning of July for the Festival of the Arts, a 3-day extravaganza of painting, street performances and children’s activities.

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citizenM Boston North Station

4 out of 5
80-120 Causeway Street, Boston, MA
The price is CA $241 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $241
CA $281 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
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Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA
The price is CA $226 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $226
CA $270 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
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"Superb location. Excellent value."

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Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is CA $250 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $250
CA $348 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,854 reviews)
"We did not realize that you needed reservations for pool chairs. They do open up after 30 minutes if there are chairs available. Pool staff were excellent but other guests can be rude. The only unpleasant part of our stay."

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Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
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Spacious 6 bedroom 4.5 bath house in charming Marblehead & close to the ocean

Spacious 6 bedroom 4.5 bath house in charming Marblehead & close to the ocean

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Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Marblehead. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Salem Witch ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Great host -- very communicative. Large, comfortable house with many amenities and a fantastic kitchen. We brought in a private chef for a special meal after a memorial service and appreciated the large dining room table that accommodated all twelve of our family members (only five of us stayed at ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2025

Spacious 6 bedroom 4.5 bath house in charming Marblehead & close to the ocean
Temple Place Suites

Temple Place Suites

2.5 out of 5
29 Temple Place, Boston, MA
Stay at this apartment in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Boston Common and Faneuil Hall Marketplace ...
6.8/10 (258 reviews)
"Temple place suites was an excellent location with great cafes and attractions close by."

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Premier Suites - Bay Village

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2 out of 5
1-3-5 Cortes Street, Boston, MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Copley Square and Boston Common are located nearby.
6/10 (201 reviews)
"Over all it was good. I stayed two nights and If you don’t mind a little noice it was good for business trip."

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

Premier Suites - Bay Village
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