Luxury Accommodations on Nantucket

Experience Nantucket’s most refined stays, from waterfront resorts to private retreats offering elevated design, exceptional service, and coastal serenity.

Elevated Stays, Thoughtfully Designed

Luxury accommodations on Nantucket offer more than just a place to stay. They deliver a curated experience defined by thoughtful design, personalized service, and exceptional locations.

From iconic waterfront properties to quiet retreats tucked away from town, these accommodations blend Nantucket’s historic charm with modern comfort and understated elegance.

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Luxury Accommodations

Discover Nantucket’s most refined stays, where thoughtful design, exceptional service, and coastal beauty come together to create a truly elevated island experience.

These newly refurbished cottages & lofts are ideally situated on wharves overlooking the harbor with complete kitchens & comfy nautical decor, just 1 block from town. Enjoy complimentary amenities like Internet, beach shuttle (in-season), bikes, fishing gear, & fluffy robes. Plus, pet-friendly amenities for your four-legged family member.
These newly refurbished cottages & lofts are ideally situated on wharves overlooking the harbor with complete kitchens & comfy nautical decor, just 1 block from town. Enjoy complimentary amenities like Internet, beach shuttle (in-season), bikes, fishing gear, & fluffy robes. Plus, pet-friendly amenities for your four-legged family member.
The Wauwinet, only 7 mi from town, is one of the top small hotels of the world. It’s earned a reputation for the best service on-island. Guests enjoy premier guest rooms, suites, & garden cottages, Pratesi bed linens, luxurious bath products, fluffy robes, HD flat-screened TVs, free Internet, continental breakfast, bottled water, daily newspapers, shuttle to town, afternoon port & cheese.
The Wauwinet, only 7 mi from town, is one of the top small hotels of the world. It’s earned a reputation for the best service on-island. Guests enjoy premier guest rooms, suites, & garden cottages, Pratesi bed linens, luxurious bath products, fluffy robes, HD flat-screened TVs, free Internet, continental breakfast, bottled water, daily newspapers, shuttle to town, afternoon port & cheese.
Named one of top hotels in the world, the White Elephant is a few blocks from town overlooking the harbor. With premier guest rooms, suites, garden cottages & in-town lofts, the hotel is known for luxury & service. Pratesi bed linens, aromatherapy bath products, fluffy robes, HD flat-screened TVs, free Internet, early risers’ coffee & pastries, bottled water, afternoon port & cheese.
Named one of top hotels in the world, the White Elephant is a few blocks from town overlooking the harbor. With premier guest rooms, suites, garden cottages & in-town lofts, the hotel is known for luxury & service. Pratesi bed linens, aromatherapy bath products, fluffy robes, HD flat-screened TVs, free Internet, early risers’ coffee & pastries, bottled water, afternoon port & cheese.
Named the “Top Hotel in the U.S.” (ranked #1) by TripAdvisor. Grand, Downtown hotel close to beaches. Open year-round. Luxuriously appointed 1-4 BR suites/cottages (some with water views), kitchenettes, heated pools, Fitness & Spa Club, Children’s Programs, Breeze Restaurant, free shuttles to ferries.
Named the “Top Hotel in the U.S.” (ranked #1) by TripAdvisor. Grand, Downtown hotel close to beaches. Open year-round. Luxuriously appointed 1-4 BR suites/cottages (some with water views), kitchenettes, heated pools, Fitness & Spa Club, Children’s Programs, Breeze Restaurant, free shuttles to ferries.
The Carlisle House Inn, winner of multiple TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence, is open year-round and is just a few minutes’ walk to everything. The authentic décor and spacious rooms make for a comfortable Nantucket experience. Relax in our cozy parlor and private, flower-filled garden.
The Carlisle House Inn, winner of multiple TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence, is open year-round and is just a few minutes’ walk to everything. The authentic décor and spacious rooms make for a comfortable Nantucket experience. Relax in our cozy parlor and private, flower-filled garden.
Named the Best Small Hotel in America by TripAdvisor, the Union Street Inn is Nantucket’s standard-bearer for exquisite interiors and impeccable service. The keys to your room are your keys to Nantucket’s most exclusive experiences: Enjoy an unrivaled made-to-order breakfast and the island’s best location.
Named the Best Small Hotel in America by TripAdvisor, the Union Street Inn is Nantucket’s standard-bearer for exquisite interiors and impeccable service. The keys to your room are your keys to Nantucket’s most exclusive experiences: Enjoy an unrivaled made-to-order breakfast and the island’s best location.
The newly rebuilt Veranda House Nantucket combines coastal-inspired comfort, sophisticated décor, and exclusive luxury features. This distinctive, historic Federal-style mansion offers a bright, airy dining room and gathering room in its common areas. Its 19 rooms create a serene coastal haven, featuring spa-like en-suite baths with Carrera marble, white tiles, subway-tiled showers, frameless glass doors, rainfall shower heads, and custom cabinetry and fixtures.
The newly rebuilt Veranda House Nantucket combines coastal-inspired comfort, sophisticated décor, and exclusive luxury features. This distinctive, historic Federal-style mansion offers a bright, airy dining room and gathering room in its common areas. Its 19 rooms create a serene coastal haven, featuring spa-like en-suite baths with Carrera marble, white tiles, subway-tiled showers, frameless glass doors, rainfall shower heads, and custom cabinetry and fixtures.

Tips for Booking Luxury Stays

Book Early

Luxury properties are limited and in high demand, especially during summer and peak weekends.

Choose Your Experience

Decide between in-town convenience, waterfront views, or secluded privacy depending on your stay.

Consider Seasonality

Spring and fall offer a quieter, more intimate luxury experience with fewer crowds.

Travel Tips

  • Book ferry or flights early, especially for summer and holidays
  • Reserve lodging and dining in advance during peak season
  • Bring layers as weather can change quickly
  • Bike to get around and avoid trafic and limited parking
  • Plan transportation before arriving
  • Check seasonal ferry and flight schedules
  • Make dinner reservations early
  • Explore beaches, trails, and areas beyond town
  • Pack for beach days and walking
  • Visit spring or fall for fewer crowds

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Getting to Your Lodging

Most visitors arrive on Nantucket by ferry or plane, then reach their accommodations via taxi, shuttle, or rental vehicle.

By Boat

Traveling by ferry is one of the most popular ways to reach Nantucket. Passenger and vehicle ferries depart regularly from the mainland and arrive directly into Nantucket Harbor, just steps from town. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak seasons and holidays.

By Air

Flying to Nantucket offers the fastest way to reach the island, with year-round service and additional seasonal flights during peak months. Upon arrival at Nantucket Memorial Airport, taxis, shuttles, and rental services are available to transport visitors directly to their accommodations.

Getting Around

Once on island, visitors can choose from bike rentals, car and jeep rentals, taxis, shuttles, and private car services to get around. With limited parking in town, many visitors prefer biking or using local transportation services to explore beaches, dining, and island attractions.