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The Wauwinet

4.5 star property

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Cottage Suite - Idlewild | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
View from property
Coatue Suite - King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, MA, 02584
  • Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge
    4 min drive
  • Squam Head
    7 min drive
  • Quidnet Beach
    8 min drive
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    18 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Bay View Bedroom - King Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Bay View Bedroom - King Bed

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Bay View Bedroom - Queen Bed

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Guest Bedroom - Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Coatue Suite - King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Coatue Suite - King Bed

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cottage Room - Willet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Bedroom - King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

One Bedroom Cottage - Haulover

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cottage Suite - Idlewild

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Guest Bedroom - Two Twin Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Guest Bedroom - Two Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Bedroom - Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Anchorage House | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Anchorage House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Accessible Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

One Bedroom Cottage - Beachplum

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Living area
White Elephant Hotel
Pool
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (302)
The price is $2,895
per night
$3,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
White Elephant Hotel

About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Located in Nantucket, The Wauwinet is a 4-minute drive from Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and 7 minutes from Squam Head. .This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Quidnet Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary.

What's nearby

  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Whaling Museum - 18 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Children's Beach - 18 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Surfside Beach - 19 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Jetties Beach - 23 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stubbys - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cru - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Island Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Slip 14 - ‬17 min drive

About this property

The Wauwinet

Beachfront hotel with calming spa services
The Wauwinet offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the hotel.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor tennis court and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at TOPPER'S, a seafood restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
TOPPER'S - This seafood restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The Wauwinet is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • TOPPER'S

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 40.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0009631970
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Wauwinet Inn Nantucket
Wauwinet Inn
Wauwinet Nantucket
Wauwinet
The Wauwinet Hotel Nantucket
Wauwinet Hotel Nantucket
Wauwinet Country House Nantucket
Wauwinet Country House
Wauwinet Hotel
Wauwinet Nantucket
The Wauwinet Hotel
The Wauwinet Nantucket
Wauwinet Hotel Nantucket
The Wauwinet Hotel Nantucket

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful peaceful property. Staff and management went out of their way to accommodate our every need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wauwinet property is 10 star. The top notch service started at the front desk, the staff was helpful with where to go and all the activities on site. The in room service was amazing too, making sure we had clean towels throughout the day. The rooms were comfortable and very clean. My favorite is sitting on the lawn and enjoying the breeze. I love this property and would recommend the Wauwinet to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire experience at the Wauwinet was simply PERFECTION! The attention to detail from the staff was impeccable. The grounds were beautiful, the hotel was charming, and the views were breathtaking. Truly an incredible stay. Looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic. I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable service! Friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating staff....each and everyone. The Inn itself; beautiful, comfortable, and charming. 5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was incredible. The team was attentive to every detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special Place
Awesome hotel in a quiet, beautiful part of Nantucket. The staff and facilities are fantastic, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie, St. Petersburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very polite and professional. Accommodations always excellent. This was my third time to Wauwinet. We definitely will go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, secluded spot on Nantucket, can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Scarsdale

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a wonderful time staying here! The staff is so wonderful and knows everyone by name. It was such a special experience staying here and I wish we can come back during the season. If you come off season just expect that they will not have all of their amenities available to you. But it was so peaceful to visit in April.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann, Hampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent weekend getaway! Loved the staff and the coziness of the library, sitting room with the fireplace and the porch. Excellent view of the water from the hotel. Captain Rob was available for the first tour of the 2023 season and it was so amazing. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Cincinnati

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful atmosphere. Great place to escape and unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10
The Wauwinet was everything we expected and more. The location is perfect. The service is great. We stayed for two nights to celebrate my birthday. The housekeepers decorated our room in celebration. The staff at the front desk sang me a "happy birthday" one morning. They really made us feel "at home" during our stay. The property is spectacular. Right on the water with beach access. Although ~20 minutes from downtown, there is plenty to do (e.g., kayaks, tennis, various boat tours). Wauwinet is calm; perfect for couples. We had a great experience at Toppers, the restaurant on site. It was not cheap, but it was definitely worth it. We'd recommend Wauwinet to anyone that's looking to stay on Nantucket! THANK YOU to the Wauwinet team for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Scarsdale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wauwinet is magical. Nothing else remotely compares. Beautiful property with easy strolls along the beach on both the ocean and the harbor sides. Wonderful restaurant as well. Stay here if you can - and can afford it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the shuttle ride that picked us up from the visitor center. I loved that they let us know where to go to be picked up. I loved checking into our room. They offered us champagne and helped us to our room. The room itself was unbelievable!! So beautiful ! The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were so clean! They had cheese and port every afternoon and also hot apple cider that you could drink while you sat next to the fire in the library. The staff was what made it so great. They were very helpful with helping us plan what to do and where to eat. I can’t say enough about our stay there. It was magical!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Suggestion for energy saving: motion sensors for lights, ceiling fans for cool air instead of A/C running all the time, electric shuttle vans instead of gas-run automobiles
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021