8 best beach hotels in Nantucket

Beach hotels in Nantucket are best enjoyed when they pair ocean proximity with easy access to the island’s most atmospheric areas. For classic harbour views and walk-to-everything convenience, Base yourself near Brant Point—the end of Easton Street and a popular spot by the lighthouse to watch boats entering and leaving Nantucket Harbor. For a more intimate, town-centre feel, look to the Old Historic District around Main Street and the wharves, where shops and dining sit within strollable distance of the beaches.

A genuinely fitting “beach hotel” on Nantucket is one that makes seaside time effortless: either with true beach access, frequent short walks to the sand, or a setting where the ocean character is woven into the stay (views, coastal ambience, and outdoor spaces). That suits couples seeking romance and calm, as well as families or friends who prefer early beach mornings without long transfers.

Where to stay from our bookable selection: - Downtown/Old Historic District: Seven Sea Street Inn (3★) puts you close to Main Street and the beach. - High-end, secluded seaside: The Wauwinet, an Inn by the Sea (5★) is positioned on the north-east shore by the Great Point Wildlife Sanctuary, a coastal escape from the bustle.