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A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a white van parked in front, and a stone building facade.

A white van parked under a covered area with a sign indicating a clearance of 11'-6".

A stone fire pit with seating, a covered patio area, and a view of a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and tables, a fireplace, and a large decorative wall piece.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford

0.8 mi from Palmer Island

Kimberly

£121

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a yellow chair, a gray sofa with a red pillow, and a large mirror above the sink.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and exercise balls.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar, and a seating area with a patterned wall.

A reception desk with three computer monitors, a keyboard, and two blue office chairs.

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton New Bedford/Fairhaven

1.9 mi from Palmer Island

james

£93

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a granite countertop, a towel rack with towels, and a mirror.

A hotel with a red awning, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.

A street view with a hotel named "Harbor Hotel" featuring a red awning and outdoor seating with red chairs.

3. New Bedford Harbor Hotel

1.1 mi from Palmer Island

Kathryn

£126

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A marina with boats, a white tented area, and a bridge in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a distant cityscape, and a sunset sky.

4. Seaport Resort & Marina

1.2 mi from Palmer Island

Nancy

£101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pub interior with a sign for Ryan's Pub, a pick-up area, and a bar visible through the open door.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by black lounge chairs and tables.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, a table, and a TV.

A reception area with a counter, seating, a digital kiosk, and a chalkboard with a menu.

5. Whaler Inn and Suites

3.3 mi from Palmer Island

Debra

£71

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, blue upholstered chairs, and a central island with a counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, two leather chairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise bikes.

6. Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford

6.2 mi from Palmer Island

Sandra

£89

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, a fireplace, and a dining table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, recessed lighting, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A building with a parking lot and a flagpole with an American flag.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth

4.4 mi from Palmer Island

Tracey

£106

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A long, narrow hotel corridor with patterned carpet and beige walls.

A room with a red sofa, a small round table, and two potted plants.

A Baymont hotel with a covered entrance, landscaped garden, and a parking lot.

8. Baymont by Wyndham North Dartmouth / Fall River

4.4 mi from Palmer Island

Renee

£69

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, patterned seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a sofa, and a microwave.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled wall.

9. Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport

11.1 mi from Palmer Island

Michael

£107

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A marina with several boats docked, including a green vessel named ILHA BRAVA.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and a telephone, and a chair.

A two-story motel with a green and beige exterior, multiple windows, and a covered front porch.

A living room with a fireplace, a large mirror, and a blue armchair.

10. Dartmouth Motor Inn

5.4 mi from Palmer Island

Abdalatif

£92

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red bathtub, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A motel sign with the name "Motel" and "MOTEL" written on it.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a sink.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

11. Capri Motel

6.2 mi from Palmer Island

Christopher

£114

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Palmer Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford	9.0 Wonderful 888 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton New Bedford/Fairhaven	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
New Bedford Harbor Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,009 reviews	View
Seaport Resort & Marina	7.0 Good 1,003 reviews	View
Whaler Inn and Suites	7.8 Good 267 reviews	View

Top Palmer Island Hotel Reviews

Mariner's Point Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Good stuff. Nice staff. Clean. Good price"

Holiday Inn Express Fall River North by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Modern. Clean. Helpful staff."

The Inn on Onset Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location, clean and well appointed rooms. Convenient parking and friendly, helpful staff."

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect! Easily walkable to shops and restaurants and a marina view!"

Iris Hotel Cape Cod

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely property. Would stay here again. Comfortable beds. Nice ambience in lobby. Great breakfast. Views at check in area beautiful. They have a little patio out front where u can sit and stare at the lake. There is a road between hotel and view of lake. Very peaceful there."

Seaport Resort & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Nice rooms but no elevators that are easily accessible. Overall, pretty good stay."

Other attractions near Palmer Island

Fairhaven Town Hall

8.2/10 (23 reviews)

After visiting Fairhaven Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fairhaven. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Palmer Island Lighthouse

Palmer Island Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in New Bedford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Fort Phoenix State Reservation

9.0/10 (42 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fort Phoenix State Reservation, a lovely green space in Fairhaven. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Millicent Library

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

Millicent Library is just one of the places to see in Fairhaven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Unitarian Memorial Church

8.0/10 (15 reviews)

After visiting Unitarian Memorial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fairhaven. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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New Bedford Fire Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New Bedford Fire Museum in New Bedford. Discover the bars and its museums while you're in the area.

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Seamen's Bethel

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of New Bedford with a stop at Seamen's Bethel. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Zeiterion Theatre

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Zeiterion Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in New Bedford. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Palmer Island?

Palmer Island is located in New Bedford. Travellers like the surrounding area for its port. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Palmer Island?

New Bedford Harbor Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Palmer Island. Other good options within a few miles include Seaport Resort & Marina and Whaler Inn and Suites.

How many hotels are there close to Palmer Island?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Palmer Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Palmer Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Palmer Island.

What can I see and do near Palmer Island?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park or New Bedford Art Museum. Fort Taber, Fort Phoenix State Reservation and Zeiterion Theatre are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Bring the family to Buttonwood Park Zoo, Wonder Bowl and Dartmouth Cultural Center while you're checking out the area near Palmer Island.

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