A laid-back Cape Cod spot popular with lovers of the great outdoors, Brewster is a brilliant destination for explorers or relaxed holidaymakers. There is a good selection of guesthouses and small hotels to choose from — the best places to stay in Brewster are charming heritage inns with heaps of character.

Most of the town’s antique shops, galleries and eateries are clustered around Main St, perfect for a coffee, evening drinks or a superb dinner of fresh, seasonal produce. Historic highlights include the Brewster Store and the Brewster Historical Society Museum, as well as many of our favourite inns, which were built in the eighteenth or nineteenth century.

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is just out of town in one direction, whilst Nickerson State Park sits a few moments to the other side. The Cape Cod Rail Trail also cuts straight across Brewster, so there’s heaps to see and do. Enjoy adventurous days of hiking and cycling, take scenic strolls along the tidal flats, go kayaking, fishing or whale watching, before playing a round of golf at one of the area’s many courses. With quirky lighthouses, museums and galleries to visit in Brewster and nearby Chatham, culture aficionados will be spoilt for choice, too.

Whether you’re a quiet couple dreaming of tranquility, an outdoorsy family or an active group of friends eager to discover the best of the Cape Cod region, Brewster is a fantastic base. Many of the best places to stay in Brewster are small and intimate, so they fill up fast. Book your trip well in advance if you plan to travel during peak season!

The Best Places to Stay in Brewster

For a Charming B&B

• Candleberry Inn boasts pretty, floral interiors within both a Georgian Federal mansion and an appealing Carriage House. Nine luxurious guestrooms feature top-notch bath products, fireplaces or soaking tubs, and pastel-painted walls. The gourmet breakfasts are excellent, there's a spacious family room with space for four guests, and the central location is ideal for discovering Brewster.

For Couples

• Brewster by the Sea Inn is an elegant, adults-only hideaway with just four bright guestrooms in the quiet centre of Brewster. Pick this place for the intimate feel, friendly owners and lovely garden with swimming pool. A well-located base for exploring, or relaxing as a couple.
• Captain Freeman B&B has a chic, grown-up feel, with ten beautifully-appointed guestrooms clad in soothing shades of white and cream, along with wooden antiques. Highlights include the swimming pool, the classic big porch and the in-room massages. A historic building with contemporary style. Very romantic.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR Holiday Cottage

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Hyannis Airport, and take a bus or taxi to Brewster. The journey should take a little over an hour by bus or 25 minutes by car. Alternatively, travel to Boston's Logan International Airport, 3 hours away by road.
• Massachusetts is great for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Travel during the summer months (June to August) for the warmest weather, but do be aware that this is peak season. Come in the spring (April - May) or autumn (September - October) for fewer crowds and great hotel deals. Expect very cold winters!

STILL NOT SURE?

• Browse our list of the best places to stay in Chatham.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Massachusetts.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.