Top 10 Hotels in Essex, MA in 2026 (from $88)

Q: What accommodations do travelers recommend in Essex?

Guests like DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore , Sonesta Select Boston Danvers and The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College .

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A coastal scene with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a lighthouse in the distance.

1. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

Beverly

$131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern living room with a green sofa, a leather couch, and a round coffee table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a chessboard on a small table.

2. The Ipswich Inn

Ipswich

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

3. The Beverly

Beverly

$99 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A large, white, two-story building with a cylindrical tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and outdoor seating.

4. Briar Barn Inn

Rowley

$222 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A large hotel with multiple floors and a beach view.

5. Beauport Hotel Gloucester

Downtown Gloucester

$264 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A restaurant with large windows overlooking a marina.

6. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

Gloucester

$240 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A covered porch with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a view of a house in the background.

7. Castle Manor Inn

Gloucester

$235 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean.

8. Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

East Gloucester

$195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A sunlit room with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

9. The Cove at Rockport Hotel

Rockport

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A coastal beach scene with a large house on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach with people, and a clear blue sky.

10. The Vista

East Gloucester

$228 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a zebra-patterned rug, and a view of the city through the window.

11. The Highliner Hotel

Downtown Gloucester

$226 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern house with a large patio area featuring outdoor furniture and a fire pit.

12. Rockport Inn And Suites

Rockport

$166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A large, historic house with a prominent front entrance, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

13. The Hotel Marblehead

Marblehead

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A brick building with a gold eagle statue on the entrance, a QR code on the awning, and a window display with plants.

14. Hawthorne Hotel

Downtown Salem

$150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A covered patio with outdoor furniture and a view of the water.

15. The Yankee Clipper Inn

Rockport

$200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A building with a sign reading 'HAWTHORNE BUILDING' and 'The COURIER HOTEL' with a visible address '201 WASHINGTON ST.'

16. The Courier Hotel

Downtown Salem

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A modern interior with a staircase, hexagonal patterned floor, and a seating area with blue stools.

17. The Hotel Salem

Downtown Salem

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A bed in a room with a forest theme, including artificial trees and foliage.

18. The Cove At Salem

Salem

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A large, two-story house with a prominent front porch, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

19. The Rockport House

Rockport

$209 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A brick building with a sign reading "The Cabot Lodge."

20. The Cabot Lodge

Beverly

$195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Go beyond your typical stay in Essex

Top landmarks in Essex

Essex River

9.6/10 (35 reviews)

Essex River is in the heart of Essex, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Essex Shipbuilding Museum

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

The center of Essex is home to cultural attractions like Essex Shipbuilding Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Essex has to offer, head to Essex River, Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, and Crane Beach.

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Learn more about Essex

Notable for its riverfront, Essex features attractions such as Essex River and Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Visitors speak highly of this city's restaurants and scenic setting with sights including Cogswell's Grant and Stavros Reservation.

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The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

Beverly

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable. The staff friendly and helpful. There were two things I really liked. The first was that there is a quiet time between 11:00 pm and 7:00 am. We've all stayed in hotels where there is a loud party going on in the room next door. The second was the ability to cast from your personal device to the TV, so you have access to every streaming service you pay for.. a very nice feature. I would definitely stay again.

Nicole

Briar Barn Inn

Rowley

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, beautiful aesthetic and charming. We happened upon the Briar Barn looking for a quaint place to sleep for the night. This place was beyond our expectations and we are already planning another visit, with friends, to stay and see the sights of the area. We are New Yorkers and were so impressed by they service, the cleanliness, the vibe, the amenities and the space. We will come back and recommend to others.

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The Ipswich Inn

Ipswich

10/10 Exceptional

Kara Mowery

The Vista

East Gloucester

10/10 Exceptional

I wasn't expecting much when I booked with Vista, but as soon as I got there I was impressed. The staff was friendly and made you feel welcome and took the time to explain everything you needed to know while staying there. Our room was a little dated, but it was spacious, and very clean! I love to travel and I have to say it was one of the cleanest places I've stayed at. When I booked I was concerned about the view I would be getting based off of others reviews...but I was pleasantly surprised...

morgan

Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

East Gloucester

10/10 Exceptional

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The Courier Hotel

Downtown Salem

10/10 Exceptional

Brian

The Beverly

Beverly

10/10 Exceptional

In town to visit family, so we come to the area several times/year and have stayed a a number of hotels. Our stay at the Beverly was great. Room was clean, large and comfortable. Check-in easy and despite no physical staff on site their staff communicated well via text before, during and after our stay. Convenient location, close to Salem, Gloucester and Rockport. Highly recommend and we will definitely stay here again.

John

The Cove At Salem

Salem

10/10 Exceptional

Emily

The Cove at Rockport Hotel

Rockport

10/10 Exceptional

I was hesitant after reading some of the previous complaints, but booked The Cove on a whim. I absolutely LOVED my stay. It was in a quite, safe neighborhood and we were able to walk anywhere that we needed to go! The view of the beach across the street was wonderful and we loved that we could open the windows and catch the ocean breeze. We felt safe sleeping with the windows open and were never awakened by other guests or traffic noises. Complaints that I reviewed said that they had a...

Kathryn

The Cabot Lodge

Beverly

10/10 Exceptional

Bruce

Castle Manor Inn

Gloucester

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I recently stayed here and had a fantastic time. The property is beautiful and the Inn is so inviting! We have never stayed in this type of Inn before and we were pleasantly surprised how comfortable and relaxed we felt in a home-like setting such as this. The room was great and we had a gorgeous view of trees, a pond, and the incredible skyline of Massachusetts. We are used to pretty sunsets and sunrises in Southern California, but we do not have the fall trees that make these...

Shelby

The Yankee Clipper Inn

Rockport

10/10 Exceptional

We booked this adorable B&B because of its great reviews. We had never visited the coast of mass before and were not disappointed. The staff went above and beyond to take care of us. Mike moved us to a beautiful room after having some issues with a toilet in our room. They made reservations for us when looking for a nice ocean front restaurant. The Inn is equipped with all you need and the cooked to serve breakfast was outstanding. We walked around the property and enjoyed views from every...

kerry

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Salem

10/10 Exceptional

Myra

The Rockport House

Rockport

10/10 Exceptional

Katherine

The Hotel Marblehead

Marblehead

10/10 Exceptional

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Frequently Asked Questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Essex?

Guests like DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore, Sonesta Select Boston Danvers and The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College.

Can I book refundable hotels in Essex?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Essex, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Essex if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?

You'll find 7 vacation homes on our site.

What will the weather in Essex be like during my visit?

The warmest months in Essex are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 34°F. The rainiest months are December and October.

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