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Exterior

Luxurious Harbor View “Eliza” Cottage! Next To White Elephant!

Luxurious Harbor View “Eliza” Cottage! Next To White Elephant!
Nantucket Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (302 reviews)
"Great location, cozy"
United States
John P.
The price is £1,726
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Luxurious Harbor View “Eliza” Cottage! Next To White Elephant!
Dining

Beautifully Renovated in Town Residence - THE BUNGALOW

Beautifully Renovated in Town Residence - THE BUNGALOW
Nantucket Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location and great host"
United States
Frank N.
The price is £3,900
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Beautifully Renovated in Town Residence - THE BUNGALOW
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Luxurious Harbor “Elizabeth” Cottage! Walk & bike to everything

Luxurious Harbor “Elizabeth” Cottage! Walk & bike to everything
Nantucket Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (165 reviews)
"Very well appointed with all the needed resources to fully enjoy our stay. "
United States
John E.
The price is £1,762
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Luxurious Harbor “Elizabeth” Cottage! Walk & bike to everything
Exterior

Nantucket - edge of town

Nantucket - edge of town
West of Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Host was very responsive and helpful. Great location. "
United States
Barbara Z.
The price is £733
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Nantucket - edge of town
Exterior

3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath house 1 1/2 Blocks From Main Street, one block from harbor.

3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath house 1 1/2 Blocks From Main Street, one block from harbor.
Nantucket Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Great host, clean place, everything you need… Location is prime walking distance to shopping dining and good libations! "
United States
Cory A.
The price is £1,263
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath house 1 1/2 Blocks From Main Street, one block from harbor.
Property grounds

Private Beach Cottage in Historic Sconset!

Private Beach Cottage in Historic Sconset!
Nantucket
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Perfect location for quiet beach stay!"
United States
Jim N.
The price is £1,048
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Private Beach Cottage in Historic Sconset!
Property grounds

Charming 5 BR house 12min walk to town & 5 min. to Francis beach,

Charming 5 BR house 12min walk to town & 5 min. to Francis beach,
Nantucket Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Host very responsive, great location and well equiped"
United States
George M.
Charming 5 BR house 12min walk to town & 5 min. to Francis beach,
Property grounds

Charming cottage, close to lower Main Street.

Charming cottage, close to lower Main Street.
Nantucket Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Another great stay at a great location on Nantucket"
United States
Joe F.
The price is £614
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Charming cottage, close to lower Main Street.
Interior

Beachy right near “Children’s” Beach, near town and walking distance from Ferry.

Beachy right near “Children’s” Beach, near town and walking distance from Ferry.
Nantucket Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Comfortable stay for a family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids) could fit a third family member if needed. The host was very communicative and responded within the day for most messages if not sooner."
United States
Stanford
The price is £1,461
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Beachy right near “Children’s” Beach, near town and walking distance from Ferry.
Marina

Luxurious Harbor View "Lilly" Cottage! Walk & Bike To Everything!

Luxurious Harbor View "Lilly" Cottage! Walk & Bike To Everything!
Nantucket Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Doris O.
The price is £1,087
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Luxurious Harbor View "Lilly" Cottage! Walk & Bike To Everything!
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Top Nantucket Hotel Reviews

The Beachside

The Beachside

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful, very well maintained, outstanding service, loved the heated pool"
Erika 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Beachside

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Nantucket?
The historical places in Nantucket are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. During your visit, why not check out the museums and beaches?
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Nantucket?
In Nantucket, you'll find 853 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the most important historical places and other sights to visit in Nantucket?
Nantucket is notable for landmarks like Quaker Meeting House, Brant Point Light and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center. Cultural venues include Whaling Museum, White Heron Theatre and Hadwen House. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Nantucket Atheneum and Nantucket Ferry Terminal.
What is a historic hotel like in Nantucket?
Guests who choose historic hotels have an opportunity to stay in a place that's been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Nantucket usually retain original qualities like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the building and architecture itself. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Nantucket have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Visitors can expect the amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Nantucket, it doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's rundown.

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