Nantucket TRAVEL GUIDE AND DEALS

If it wasn’t for the tony, modern stores and well-dressed tourists, you’d think you had stepped back into the 19th-century when you arrive on Nantucket. Just over 25 miles off the Massachusetts coast, this island’s cobblestone streets, cottages, and roughly 82 miles of stunning shoreline are the stuff of timeless, vacation charm.

Why Go

 To rest and relax in charming, seaside B&Bs tucked away on cobbled streets.

Nantucket Hotels

Those with deep pockets will find it easier to score accommodations on Nantucket (the best properties can go for upwards of $700 per night), but budget-friendly options are available – and by “budget-friendly” we mean anything under $250. You don’t need a car on the island, so decide in advance if you’ll spend more time in town or at the beach and pick your accommodations accordingly. Call ahead if you have little ones – many properties only welcome children over twelve.

= Smart Splurge = Great Value

Century House B&B
This 16-room inn offers big resort amenities like Wi-Fi alongside quaint B&B charm (think wrap-around veranda and rocking... luxury | family | great location

The Cottages at Boat Basin
These 24 cottages – all with water views – are a great value. Enjoy the best of hotel service (daily housekeeping)... family | smart splurge | expensive | waterfront | great location | pet-friendly

The Wade Cottages
Feel like a Nantucket local when you rent the large, five-bedroom cottage or one of the five apartments. You’re close to... family | smart splurge | expensive | great location

The Wauwinet
This 35-room, ultra-luxe hotel spoils guests with yoga on their two private beaches, daily port and cheese hour, cocktail... luxury | expensive

Sherburne Inn
This 8-room, 19th-century inn is hidden away on a quiet, one-way street close to downtown. Many of the Greek Revival... great value | great location

Hawthorn House
Each of this inn’s nine rooms feels like a well-appointed, guest bedroom in a friend’s summer house. The... historic | great location

Martin House Inn
Once the impressive home of sea captain Nathaniel Sherman, this 19th-century inn features period pieces and local artwork in... historic

Century House B&B
This 16-room inn offers big resort amenities like Wi-Fi alongside quaint B&B charm (think wrap-around veranda and rocking... family | moderate | great location

The Cottages at Boat Basin
These 24 cottages – all with water views – are a great value. Enjoy the best of hotel service (daily housekeeping)... family | smart splurge | expensive | waterfront | great location | pet-friendly

The Wade Cottages
Feel like a Nantucket local when you rent the large, five-bedroom cottage or one of the five apartments. You’re close to... family | smart splurge | expensive | great location

The Wauwinet
This 35-room, ultra-luxe hotel spoils guests with yoga on their two private beaches, daily port and cheese hour, cocktail... trendy | expensive

Century House B&B
This 16-room inn offers big resort amenities like Wi-Fi alongside quaint B&B charm (think wrap-around veranda and rocking... luxury | family | great location

Sherburne Inn
This 8-room, 19th-century inn is hidden away on a quiet, one-way street close to downtown. Many of the Greek Revival... great value | great location

Hawthorn House
Each of this inn’s nine rooms feels like a well-appointed, guest bedroom in a friend’s summer house. The... historic | great location

Martin House Inn
Once the impressive home of sea captain Nathaniel Sherman, this 19th-century inn features period pieces and local artwork in... historic

The Wauwinet
This 35-room, ultra-luxe hotel spoils guests with yoga on their two private beaches, daily port and cheese hour, cocktail... luxury | expensive

Nantucket Restaurants

Local seafood is in abundance and “catch of the day” features on almost every menu. If, however, you’re not a fan of the fin or you’ve had your fill, there are many other culinary choices as well. Budget-friendly options aren’t as plentiful as budget-busters, but they do exist. Many places on Nantucket are closed for the winter, so call ahead between October and May.

= Smart Splurge = Great Value

29 Fair
Enjoy modern French fare like roasted foie gras on artisan bread and Nantucket bouillabaisse in this 18th-century building.... romantic | seafood | french

The Beachside Bistro
This bistro’s spectacular location overlooking the Atlantic can’t be beat. Stop in for a quick vegetarian sushi... romantic | seafood | view | new american | great location | local ingredients

Topper's Restaurant
Don your best duds and head to Topper’s to celebrate Nantucket’s seaside style. The restaurant’s... romantic | seafood | new american | local ingredients

Even Keel Cafe
Even Keel caters to every mood, meal, and season, with dishes ranging from lobster Benedict to tamales. In the summer, a meal... family | seafood | italian | mexican | american | vegetarian | mediterranean

Provisions
The décor belies the cuisine at this hard-to-find, hole-in-the-wall, which serves up mouth-watering gourmet sandwiches... family | smart splurge | seafood | diner | deli | local ingredients

Nantucket Bake Shop
This legendary stop is known for its warm, home-made scones, gruyere cheese puffs, and their dizzying display of cookies.... family | trendy | american | bakery | coffee shop

Something Natural
When you order a hummus and vegetable sandwich or garden salad from this restaurant/store, you’ll be able to splurge on... family | great value | seafood | american | vegetarian | bakery | deli | coffee shop

29 Fair
Enjoy modern French fare like roasted foie gras on artisan bread and Nantucket bouillabaisse in this 18th-century building.... romantic | seafood | french

The Beachside Bistro
This bistro’s spectacular location overlooking the Atlantic can’t be beat. Stop in for a quick vegetarian sushi... romantic | seafood | view | new american | great location | local ingredients

Topper's Restaurant
Don your best duds and head to Topper’s to celebrate Nantucket’s seaside style. The restaurant’s... romantic | seafood | new american | local ingredients

Even Keel Cafe
Even Keel caters to every mood, meal, and season, with dishes ranging from lobster Benedict to tamales. In the summer, a meal... family | seafood | italian | mexican | american | vegetarian | mediterranean

Provisions
The décor belies the cuisine at this hard-to-find, hole-in-the-wall, which serves up mouth-watering gourmet sandwiches... family | smart splurge | seafood | diner | deli | local ingredients

Nantucket Bake Shop
This legendary stop is known for its warm, home-made scones, gruyere cheese puffs, and their dizzying display of cookies.... family | trendy | american | bakery | coffee shop

Something Natural
When you order a hummus and vegetable sandwich or garden salad from this restaurant/store, you’ll be able to splurge on... family | great value | seafood | american | vegetarian | bakery | deli | coffee shop