The Vista Motel - Gloucester

Oceanfront motel in Gloucester with private balconies overlooking Good Harbor Beach

Amenities

The Vista Motel Gloucester offers a heated outdoor pool with seasonal operation and scenic views of the adjacent salt marsh and intertidal creek. Guests have free access to an on-site parking lot, a terrace with outdoor furniture, and pool towels provided in each room. The property also provides a vending machine for drinks, express check-in/check-out, and 24-hour security with CCTV cameras outside.

Rooms

The Vista Gloucester provides rooms with private patios or balconies that offer full ocean views of Good Harbor Beach. Select rooms include a kitchenette with cooking essentials, a microwave, and a refrigerator. The hotel also offers ADA-compliant rooms with features such as a raised toilet, grab rails, and a lower bathroom sink, ensuring accessibility for guests with disabilities.

Location & Beach Access

The Vista Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Good Harbor Beach, a wide sandy beach with gentle surf and a creek area suitable for children. Guests can walk to downtown Gloucester's food scene or drive 1.6 km to Bass Rocks Golf Club. Rockport's coastal vibes and multiple nearby supermarkets are also within a short drive from the hotel.

Dining

Complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning on an outdoor covered patio with views of the salt marsh and ocean. Breakfast items include hard-boiled eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit, croissants, and lemon blueberry cake, along with coffee and juice. The breakfast area is managed by staff who also provide information about nearby dining options within a 5-minute drive.

Family & Pet-Friendly Stays

Vista Motel Gloucester welcomes families with children and offers a fenced shallow-end section in the heated pool, plus swimming pool toys. The hotel is pet-friendly and provides a dedicated dog run that was reported to be completely free of dog waste during guest stays. Rooms with kitchenettes allow families to prepare simple meals, and the property is non-smoking throughout.

• Ocean Views: Every room has an ocean view from a private patio or balcony
• Pool: Heated outdoor pool with shallow end and scenic views of salt marsh
• Breakfast: Complimentary continental breakfast on an outdoor patio
• Accessibility: ADA-compliant rooms with wheelchair-accessible features
• Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with a dedicated dog run
• Location: 10-minute walk to Good Harbor Beach, 2.7 km from Gloucester city center