The Cape Ann Motor Inn is a year-round hotel situated directly on the sands of Long Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts. All rooms and kitchenettes offer ocean views and overlook Thacher Island's twin lighthouses. Located just 45 minutes north of Boston, this property provides direct beach access and opportunities to witness unforgettable sunrises. It is also a dog-friendly hotel and beach.
Should you book Cape Ann Motor Inn?
A beachfront hotel with ocean-view rooms and direct access to Long Beach.
Best for
- Beach lovers
- Dog owners
- Oceanfront stays
- Sunrise views
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking on-site dining
Direct beach access
This hotel sits directly on the sands of Long Beach. Guests can enjoy private beach access and fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing.
Ocean views from rooms
All guest rooms and kitchenettes feature ocean views. Many rooms have sliding glass doors leading to a balcony, offering views of Thacher Island's twin lighthouses.
Pet-friendly
The hotel welcomes dogs, and the adjacent beach is also dog-friendly, making it a suitable choice for travellers with pets.
Year-round destination
Open throughout the year, the inn offers a coastal experience in any season, with opportunities for enjoying sunrises over the water.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Garden
- Free Wifi
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Private Parking
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- View
- Bath
- Free Wifi
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Alarm clock
View
- Landmark view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Balcony
- Garden
Location
33 Rockport Road, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States, Gloucester, Massachusetts
Cape Ann Motor Inn is located in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Long Beach, is 0.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Long Beachbeach0.3 mi
- Saratoga Creek Salt Marshnature reserve0.4 mi
- Good Harbor Beachbeach0.7 mi
- Robinson Reservationnature reserve0.8 mi
- High Rockpeak1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.1 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 277 guest reviews
Cape Ann Motor Inn earns consistently high marks for its unbeatable beachfront location, direct ocean access, and sweeping Atlantic views that guests find hard to fault. The property is openly acknowledged as older and the rooms small with ageing furnishings and mattresses, but most guests embrace its rustic charm and find it very well maintained. It represents strong value for beach lovers and repeat visitors, though those prioritising modern amenities or larger rooms may want to temper expectations.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.7
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Cape Ann Motor Inn?
The hotel is located directly on the sands of Long Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts, about 45 minutes north of Boston.
Are pets allowed at Cape Ann Motor Inn?
Yes, the hotel is dog-friendly, and the adjacent beach is also suitable for pets.
What room amenities are available?
Rooms include ocean views, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, mini refrigerators, private bathrooms with free toiletries, balconies, and air conditioning.
Does the hotel have private parking?
Yes, the hotel offers private parking for guests.
Is there WiFi available?
Yes, free WiFi is available for guests at the hotel.
What types of rooms are offered?
The hotel offers Standard Rooms, Kitchenette Rooms, a Handicap Room, and a Honeymoon Suite, all with ocean views.
Is the hotel open year-round?
Yes, Cape Ann Motor Inn is open year-round.
How far is the hotel from Boston?
The hotel is approximately 29 miles (25 minutes drive) from Boston.