The Best Family Hotels in Martha's Vineyard

Summercamp Hotel

Martha's Vineyard is a perfect destination for an outdoorsy family holiday. With beautiful beaches and verdant interiors, there is a wide choice of land and sea activities with something to suit all family members. The island is particularly unique as there is not a single chain restaurant or hotel, meaning visitors can benefit from chef-driven cuisine and unique independent hotels. While there is a good range of accommodation on the island, some are more suitable for families than others. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best family hotels in Martha's Vineyard. Whether you want a quaint B&B, a characterful historic stay, a stylish boutique, or an activity-packed resort — there is something to suit most tastes here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next break?

For a historic stay

Harbour View Hotel

  • Harbor View Hotel is an 1891 coastal hotel that has wonderful views of Edgartown Harbour. Large rooms have a homely feel and vineyard views, while 1 - 3 bedroom cottages are ideal for families. Complete with two restaurants and a large outdoor pool, this is a good option for a family break.
  • Kelley House is a classic 1742 New England captain's home turned boutique hotel with an outdoor pool and ocean views. Rooms are light and modern and there's the option of various suites (the largest sleeping six) that suit families. With plenty of water-based activities on offer, this is ideal for an active holiday.

For a boutique

Summercamp Hotel

  • Summercamp Hotel is an old Methodist summer camp turned funky upscale boutique hotel. Inspired by the building's original purpose, interiors are playfully designed but remain stylish. With an expansive games room and a good choice of activities on offer — the whole family will be kept busy here.

For a resort

Winnetu Oceanside Resort

  • Winnetu Oceanside Resort is a family-friendly beachside resort in Katama. Expect a friendly team, plenty of complimentary activities and amenities for all ages, a spa, and two pools. With the option of rooms, studios, suites and private villas — this couldn't be more suitable for families.

For a B&B

Dockside Inn

  • Dockside Inn offers a fantastic dockside location in Martha's Vineyard. Rooms and suites have been recently renovated and feel cosy yet modern. All open out onto a shared terrace and there is a large sundeck, hot tub, and sauna. Unlike many boutique B&Bs in the area, children are welcome and there are games and toys available for them to use.

Still not sure where to book?

The Best Family Hotels in Martha's Vineyard

Harbor View Hotel
Harbor View Hotel

Martha's Vineyard (Massachusetts)

This 1891 coastal hotel has over 100,000 cedar trees, an outdoor pool and views of Edgartown Harbour. Light comfortable rooms with modern bathrooms and vineyard views. The Lighthouse Grill focuses on fish and steak, whereas the North 41 is poolside. Head to Henry's Hotel Bar for cocktails and tapas.

  • Sights nearby - Five lighthouses in Martha’s Vineyard are the most diverse in a small, contained area in the country.
  • Birdwatching - Over 300 species of birds are known to commonly inhabit and frequent Martha’s Vineyard.
  • Back to Nature
  • Romantic
from $130 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Summercamp Hotel
Summercamp Hotel

Martha's Vineyard (Massachusetts)

An old Methodist summer camp, turned funky upscale boutique hotel in Oak Bluffs. The interiors have been carefully selected to invoke feelings of nostalgia for camp days of your childhood, while maintaining a level of elegance and style that places you right back in the present day. Characterful.

  • Families - With plenty of activities in the hotel and the area this is an ideal spot for the whole family
  • Local exploring - A funky and vibrant base from which to explore this charming town and the coastline beyond
  • Fishing - Book in with the Skipper down at the harbour for an afternoon's fishing in the protected waters of Vineyard Sound
  • Sights nearby - The Historic Oak Bluffs Gingerbread Cottages are found just outside the hotel, well worth taking a tour
from $166 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Dockside Inn
Dockside Inn

Martha's Vineyard (Massachusetts)

21-room B&B with fantastic dockside location in Martha's Vineyard. Rooms and suites have been recently renovated and feel cosy yet modern. All open out onto a shared terrace, and there is large sundeck, hot tub and sauna to return to after a day exploring. Generous complimentary snacks are offered.

  • Beach Life - Famous Oak Bluffs Town Beach is just 200m away. Beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, toys and towels are all offered complimentary
  • Families - Unlike many boutique B&Bs in the area, children are welcome and there are games and toys available for them to use
  • Local exploring - This well-located B&B is close to everything that matters; ferry port, beaches, restaurants, shops and activities
  • Sights nearby - Take a guided historical tour of the island, including a visit to of all six towns and a stop at cliffs of Aquinnah
from $122 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Winnetu Oceanside Resort
Winnetu Oceanside Resort

Martha's Vineyard (Massachusetts)

Family-friendly beachside resort in Katama, Martha's Vineyard. This generous property has a fantastic friendly team, heaps of complimentary activities and amenities for all ages and boasts a spa, 2 pools, lawn and outdoor dining with sea-views. There are 54 rooms, studios, suites and private villas.

  • Families - The complimentary Children’s Day program keep kids busy with a range of activites. There is also a kid's pool, games & play area
  • Beach Life - Named one of the best beaches in the world, South Beach is just 200m from the hotel
  • Sights nearby - The hotel's complimentary shuttle takes you to and from Edgartown with its famous lighthouse, shops and restaurants
  • Great walks - The team can arrange a picnic lunch for you to take out on a beach walk, or simply enjoy on the front lawn
from $299 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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