What is Orleans like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and fresh seafood, Orleans offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday. With 10 beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from in this destination, it's easy to find one that meets your needs.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Orleans?

Nauset Beach Inn is a top 3-star beach B&B with free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for your beach trip include The Governor Prence Inn and Skaket Beach Motel . To enjoy some time by the water, head to Nauset Beach or Skaket Beach.

What's the weather like in Orleans?

If you're wondering about the best time to visit, here's what you can expect from the local weather: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temp of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -4°C. Average annual rainfall for Orleans is 1195 mm.

What's the best way to get around Orleans?

If you're looking to fly to Orleans, the closest major airport is in Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

Beach Resorts & Hotels in Orleans, Massachusetts

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Top Orleans Beach Resorts & Hotels

Rodeway Inn Orleans - Cape Cod

48 Cranberry Hwy, Orleans, MA

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Jan 28 - Jan 29

3.7/5Good! (342 reviews)

"Needs to be a little more updated. Towels need to be replaced (a little thin). Overall, clean rooms and comfortable."…"

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2019

Rodeway Inn Orleans - Cape Cod

Ship's Knees Inn

186 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA

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4.8/5Exceptional! (28 reviews)

"The property is beautifully maintained and conveniently located. Breakfast was lovely and the bed was comfortable. Every inch of space was maximized to provide a comfortable yet cozy stay. The grounds were beautifully manicured, and the staff was attentive to our needs."…"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2019

Ship's Knees Inn

Nauset House Inn

143 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA

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4.9/5Exceptional! (36 reviews)

"Lovely 1810 inn near Nauset beach. Very clean with friendly staff and excellent full breakfast!"…"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2019

Nauset House Inn

Seashore Park Inn

24 Canal Rd, Orleans, MA

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3.8/5Good! (228 reviews)

"Pool, hot tub and saunas were available but our stay was only for a night so we couldn't utilize this special feature, especially in the fall."…"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2019

Seashore Park Inn

The Parsonage Inn

202 Main Street, Orleans, MA

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4.9/5Exceptional! (22 reviews)

"It is an old 18th Century property with 8 rooms and Rich and Jo also live their, so not all rooms are huge, but many are and all are adequate for a couple looking for a few nights on the Cape. Being in Orleans it is central for exploring north and south, and Rich was a font of knowledge with suggestions ..."…"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2019

The Parsonage Inn

The Governor Prence Inn

66 Rt 6a, Orleans, MA

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3.8/5Good! (160 reviews)

"The room was clean and surprisingly to be in good shape for a cheaper price"…"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2019

The Governor Prence Inn

A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay

654 South Orleans Road, Orleans, MA

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5/5Exceptional! (21 reviews)

"As a first-time visitor to any area, it’s important to feel welcomed and cared for. At The Little Inn Pamela and Sandra succeed in doing this wonderfully. We had a great time from the moment we arrived. To start, a smile and helpful hand with luggage greeted us, as well as, a bottle of wine and dinner ..."…"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2019

A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay

Olde Tavern Motel And Inn

151 Cranberry Hwy, Orleans, MA

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3.4/5Good! (200 reviews)

"very personalized service. thank you Will recommend with pleasure"…"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2019

Olde Tavern Motel And Inn

Skaket Beach Motel

203 Cranberry Hwy, Orleans, MA

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4.4/5Wonderful! (86 reviews)

"All lovely. Right in town convenient. Pretty room exceedingly neat and clean."…"

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2019

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Beach Hotels in Orleans

Known for its beaches and fresh seafood, Orleans offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday. With your choice of 10 beach hotels and other accommodation options in this destination, it's easy to find one that works for you.

As you search for a place to stay by the water in Orleans, consider selecting one of these top beach hotels with high ratings from Expedia travellers.

The Parsonage Inn - 4-star bed & breakfast near Nauset Beach. It features free full breakfast, free WiFi and free parking.

Olde Tavern Motel And Inn - 2.5-star motel near Skaket Beach. Our travellers recommend its beach location and spacious rooms. This motel boasts an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking.

Ship's Knees Inn - 3-star bed & breakfast, 7-minute walk from Nauset Beach. It offers a seasonal outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi. Guest reviews highlight the beach location and breakfast.

Nauset House Inn - 3-star bed & breakfast near Nauset Beach. It features free full breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Guests love the beach location and breakfast.

The Governor Prence Inn - 2.5-star motel near Skaket Beach. Our travellers recommend its pool and overall value. This motel boasts an outdoor pool, free continental breakfast and free WiFi.

Planning Your Trip to Orleans

If weather is an important factor for your holiday, you can use these local temperature and rainfall averages to decide your travel dates.

Hottest months: August, July, September and June, with an average temperature of 23°F
Coldest months: January, February, December and March, with an average temperature of -4°F
Driest months: August, July, June and January, with an average rainfall of 87 inches
Rainiest months: March, December, February and April, with an average rainfall of 111.75 inches

Sightseeing in and Around Orleans

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Nauset Beach or Skaket Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Discover the area's swimming and fresh seafood, and make time for local attractions like Orleans Historical Society Meeting House Museum and Academy Playhouse. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Addison Art Gallery or French Cable Station Museum. Visitors also enjoy Orleans for its:

Baseball
University life

Getting around Orleans

To get to Orleans, you can fly into Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

Frequently asked questions

: Known for its beaches and fresh seafood, Orleans offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday. With 10 beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from in this destination, it’s easy to find one that meets your needs.
: Nauset Beach Inn is a top 3-star beach B&B with free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for your beach trip include The Governor Prence Inn and Skaket Beach Motel. To enjoy some time by the water, head to Nauset Beach or Skaket Beach.
: If you’re wondering about the best time to visit, here’s what you can expect from the local weather: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temp of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -4°C. Average annual rainfall for Orleans is 1195 mm.
: After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Orleans has to offer. If you can’t wait to check out the beaches, head to Skaket Beach or Rock Harbor Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Discover the area’s swimming and fresh seafood, and make time for local attractions such as Nauset Beach and Academy Playhouse. Other things to see and do in the area are Orleans Historical Society Meeting House Museum and Addison Art Gallery.
: If you’re looking to fly to Orleans, the closest major airport is in Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the city centre. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.