The 10 Best Luxury Hotels on Cape Cod

Cape Cod is a real crowd-pleaser with something to entertain everyone whether you want a beach break, an active getaway, a rural hideaway or a good dose of culture. With its obvious lures, some very good hotels have popped up over the years ranging from charmingly converted historic properties to chic contemporary stays. Our hotel experts have searched the region to bring you a collection of the best luxury hotels on Cape Cod. Whether you are in search of a romantic base, an activity-packed stay, a resort or barefoot luxury — there is something to suit most tastes here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway.

For barefoot luxury

• AWOL Hotel is a stylish sea-facing property on the very edge of Provincetown. Chic rooms & suites are a dreamy combination of shaggy throws, a muted nautical palette, cosy seating areas and stunning marsh views. Soak up the sea air from balconies, gardens, and an outdoor pool. A barefoot luxury stay well-suited to couples.

For a beach break

• A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay is a homely yet elegant B&B that sits right at the 'elbow' of Cape Cod, with a private beach and dock spilling into beautiful Pleasant Bay. The decor is unique and ultimately very chic; the nine spacious and light rooms are comfortable and command breathtaking views of the bay.

For couples

• Chatham Gables Inn is a romantic and historic B&B set in one of New England’s most charming coastal villages. Rooms are luxurious and spacious with fireplaces, steam showers and ZENTS Aromatherapy bath amenities. A great choice for a couples' escape.
• Chatham Bars Inn is a historic coastal hotel with fabulous views and access to a quiet stretch of sandy beach. Elegant double rooms and secluded beachfront cottages are available, however, for a romantic setting choose one of the Spa Suites complete with oversized hydrotherapy tubs, saunas, steam showers, and fireplaces.
• Chatham Inn is a boutique Relais & Châteaux hotel set in a historic property in Chatham. Elegant rooms & suites feature polished wood floors, fireplaces, and contemporary art. Couples should choose a suite with a bathtub for two. With a selection of Cape Cod fine dining or a Chef's Table experience — this is a gourmet choice for couples.

For a historic stay

• The Inn at Cape Cod is a is beautiful 1820 neo-classic Cape Cod home turned into a seven room B&B. Rooms have been traditionally decorated with four-poster beds and fireplaces but have large modern bathrooms. A 300-year-old cottonwood porch, manicured gardens and exquisite facade will be adored by architecture and history lovers.
• Brass Key Guesthouse is an upscale hotel with a pool and spa just minutes from the beach. Housed across five historic buildings, beautifully-appointed rooms, suites and cottages are decorated in nautical hues, and have decks and whirlpool tubs. An elegant choice.

For character

• Lands End Inn is an enchanting hilltop property with English-country gardens and divine sea views. A whimsical 1905 shingled exterior with eccentric architectural features, houses unique and opulent rooms in towers and turrets. A deluxe retreat offering privacy and romance.

For a resort

• Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is an 18th-century colonial house sitting on twenty acres of Atlantic coastline. Light and luxurious rooms are set in a manicured garden with a golf course, pools, and tennis court. With award-winning dining and an atmospheric bar — you have everything you need here.

For families

• The Mansion at Ocean Edge is a popular Cape Cod resort boasting a private beach and a wide choice of activities. Accommodation ranges from elegant doubles to villas of various sizes. With an 18-hole golf course, kids club, spa, and several dining options — this is ideal for a family getaway.

Still not sure where to book?

• Expand your search to look at our selection of the best Cape Cod hotels or the best beach hotels on Cape Cod.
• Browse through our entire collection of the best hotels across Massachusetts.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • AWOL Hotel Provincetown (Massachusetts) 30 rooms from $251

    
    See more photos
    Back to Nature  -  Enjoy a stay accompanied by the sounds of nature; marsh birds calling, firepits crackling and gentle waves

    Romantic Break  -  The romantic and laid-back aesthetics make a refreshing break from the classic nautical New England look

    Hideaway  -  Located on the very edge of town, facing the sand and the sea, it feels as if no-one can find you here

    Sailing  -  Take a boat charter out into nearby Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary and look for dolphins, wales and birds

    

    Stylish sea-facing property on the very edge of Provincetown. Chic rooms & suites are a dreamy combination of shaggy throws, muted nautical palette, cosy seating areas and stunning marsh views. Soak in the sea air from balconies, gardens & outdoor pool. Barefoot luxury break well-suited to couples. See More

    Check Availability

  • A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay Orleans, Massachusetts 9 rooms from $339

    
    See more photos
    Sailing  -  Cape Sail,Dog Gone Sailing Charters, Arey’s Pond and Chatham Yacht Club offer everything from private lessons to charter.

    Fishing  -  There are several fishing boats in Rock Harbor, check out Amber Lee, Empress, Luau or Roxy.

    Barefoot Luxury  -  For total relaxation.

    Outstanding location

    

    This homely yet elegant B&B sits right at the 'elbow' of Cape Cod- with private beach and dock spilling into beautiful Pleasant Bay. The decor is unique and ultimately very chic, the nine spacious and light rooms are comfortable and command breathtaking views of the bay and flower gardens. See More

    Check Availability

  • Chatham Gables Inn Chatham (Massachusetts) 8 rooms from $533

    
    See more photos
    Romantic Break  -  Select the Romantic Getaway Package that includes flowers and chocolates in-room, couples massages and breakfast by candlelight

    Beach Life  -  Spend sunny days on Hardings Beach with activites such as volleyball, swimming, kayaking and walking trails

    Kayaking  -  Rent a kayak for the day at Hardings beach

    Local markets  -  Visit Chatham's fish market

    

    A romantic, charming and historic B&B, set in one of New England’s most charming coastal villages. Rooms are luxurious and spacious with fireplaces, steam showers and ZENTS Aromatherapy bath amenities. Enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast in the garden. A great choice for a couples' escape. See More

    Check Availability

  • The Inn at Cape Cod Yarmouth, MA (Massachusetts) 7 rooms from $388

    
    See more photos
    Beach Life  -  Cape Cod is renowned for its world-class beaches. Grays and Dennis beaches and the iconic Nantucket Sound are all nearby

    Country Escape  -  Relax and slow down with the sound of the waves, scenes of woodlands, marshes and beaches and lots of fresh country air

    Sights nearby  -  Visit Edward Gorey House & Museum; former home of the celebrated American author, illustrator, playwright and designer

    Great walks  -  Go for a walk or fresh-water swimming at Dennis Pond and beach. Catch the sunset at nearby Gray’s Beach & Boardwalk

    

    This beautiful 1820 neo-classic Cape Cod home is now a 7 room B&B. Rooms have been traditionally decorated with four-poster beds and fireplaces but have large modern bathrooms. A 300-year-old cottonwood porch, manicured gardens and exquisite facade will be adored by architecture and history lovers. See More

    Check Availability

  • Brass Key Guesthouse Provincetown (Massachusetts) 43 rooms from $279

    
    See more photos
    Local exploring  -  Fab location, walking distance to everything in Provincetown; beaches, ferry, whale-watching, bars, shopping, galleries & sites

    Beach Life  -  Ideal for sun, sand and sea. It's less than 100m to the nearest beach and harbour, with plenty more are reachable by bike

    Total relaxation  -  Stay to sleep late, hit the beach, swim, sunbathe, spa, make new friends by the pool and party into the night

    Spa  -  The Kiehls spa offers massages, facials, beauty treatment and energy work plus mineral tub, Himalayan salt sauna and steam room

    

    Upscale hotel with pool and spa minutes from the beach. Housed across five historic buildings, most beautifully-appointed rooms, suites and cottages, decorated in nautical hues, have decks and whirlpool tubs. Elegant and luxe; stay for the fun pool-party atmosphere and active nightlife. See More

    Check Availability

  • Chatham Bars Inn Chatham (Massachusetts) 217 rooms from $217

    
    See more photos
    Sailing  -  Charter one of the hotel sailing boats

    Tennis  -  Ocean side tennis courts

    Sights nearby  -  Whale Watching

    Kayaking  -  Chatham Harbor

    

    Luxurious seaside hotel with an elegant nautical feel offering ocean view suites, contemporary bedrooms and private beach-front cottages. A smart evening dining area with fine cuisine and romantic sunset views. Activities to suit all the family at this refined seafront resort. See More

    Check Availability

  • Wequassett Resort and Golf Club Harwich, Massachusetts 110 rooms from $425

    
    See more photos
    Active Holiday  -  Tee off at the prestigious Cape Cod National Golf Club, just steps away, or enjoy a game of tennis on the resort's courts

    Families  -  Experience a Cape Cod summer with family barbecues, poolside "dive-in movies," and cooking classes amidst lush gardens

    Beach Life  -  Indulge in coastal charm, overlooking Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic, offering water sports and seaside dining

    Golf  -  18 hole golf course in the grounds

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Kiwi Collection

    18th Century colonial house sitting on 20 acres of Atlantic coastline. Light and luxurious rooms rest in a manicured garden with golf course, pools and tennis court. Award winning Twenty-Eight Atlantic offers elegant fine dining, plus there's LiBaYtion for beach vibes. A luxe Cape Cod stay. See More

    Check Availability

  • Lands End Inn Provincetown (Massachusetts) 18 rooms from $245

    
    See more photos
    Romantic Break  -  Stargaze or look out over the water from your bed, watch the sunset from your private balcony or soak in whirlpool tub for two

    Local exploring  -  Although tucked away out of site, Provincetown's beaches, shops, museums, galleries and bars are still very much walkable

    Hideaway  -  The hilltop location provides panoramic views and wonderful remote feeling, despite being close to the action

    Sailing  -  Enjoy a romantic sunset tour of the bay on Schooner Hindu, a beautifully restored restored sailing ship

    

    Enchanting hilltop property with English-country gardens and divine sea views. Whimsical 1905 shingled-exterior with eccentric architectural features houses unique and opulent rooms in towers and turrets; themes range from French country to Morocco. Deluxe retreat offering privacy and romance. See More

    Check Availability

  • The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort Brewster (Massachusetts) 90 rooms from $217

    
    See more photos
    Active Holiday  -  Whether you want to play golf, enjoy the beaches & watersports available or spend your time cycling — there is plenty to do here

    Families  -  With a range of accommodation, pools, kids' meals, a kids' club, and a wide choice of activities — this is a family haven

    Golf  -  The property boasts its own 18-hole course and it's the only one built by Nicklaus Design on Cape Cod

    Spa  -  A full service spa offers a steam room, sauna, manicure / pedicure stations, and five treatment rooms

    

    A popular Cape Cod resort boasting a private beach and a wide choice of activities. Accommodation ranges from elegant doubles to villas of various sizes, all with New England style. With an 18-hole golf course, kids' club, spa, and several dining options — this is ideal for a family getaway. See More

    Check Availability

  • Chatham Inn Chatham (Massachusetts) 18 rooms from $349

    
    See more photos
    Foodies  -  With a Chef's Table and an acclaimed fine dining restaurant, you can sample the best of modern Cape Cod cuisine here

    Romantic Break  -  Pick one of the suites with large two-person soaking tubs and in-room fireplaces for a romantic setting

    Sailing  -  Charter a boat and explore the island from the sea

    Restrictions on children  -  Children 12 and over are welcomed

    

    Recommended by  -  Relais & Chateaux

    A boutique Relais & Châteaux hotel set in a historic property in Chatham. Elegant rooms & suites feature polished wood floors, fireplaces and contemporary art. A choice of Cape Cod fine dining or a Chef's Table ensure this is a gourmet experience while the beach nearby completes the picture. See More

    Check Availability

 

Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 9th March 2022