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The Vista

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Good Harbor Beach

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Double Room, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double Room, Ground Floor | Beach/ocean view
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The Vista, located on the ocean, offers a peaceful retreat with free continental breakfast and garden access. Enjoy the outdoor pool and sun terrace. Attentive staff provides tour assistance and handles luggage storage for your convenience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

ADA Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
22 Thatcher Rd., Gloucester, MA, 01930

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rocky Neck Art Colony - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Long Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Vista

Hotel near Good Harbor Beach
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Vista. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Vista have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, recycling, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (32 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat (19 inches high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and April 14.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0004171070
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Vista Motel Gloucester
Vista Motel
Vista Gloucester
Vista Hotel Gloucester
Vista Motel Gloucester, MA - Cape Ann
Vista Motel Gloucester MA - Cape Ann
Vista Hotel
The Vista Hotel
The Vista Gloucester
The Vista Hotel Gloucester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vista have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Vista pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Vista?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vista?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Vista?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Vista located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Good Harbor Beach and Schooner Adventure. Massachusetts Bay and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Vista Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 396 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodating staff, great views, lovely room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view, the heated pool and the included breakfast! The staff was also very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable stay at The Vista. The rooms were very clean and well laid out. The food in the restaurant was top notch The free breakfast is exceptional. The sunset was gorgeous over the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and had an exceptional view of the ocean. The property was well manicured and it was very pleasant just to sit out as well as eat and look at the ocean. It included a good breakfast and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Made us feel so comfortable. Lovely view from breakfast area. Ana the breakfast server greeted us each day with a inspirational upbeat post.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very helpful, friendly, professional, and very informative. Will definitely stay at the Vista again and recommend to others. Tia was the best!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and the staff is very responsive, friendly and accomodating. Convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property, comfortable bed
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Friendly staff and beautiful view. I would highly recommend the Vista.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Beautiful balcony view! Lots of amenities and a very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tia at the front desk was friendly and accommodating to our flight schedule. Ana was also very friendly and nice to talk with during breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! The room had a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove and plates and utensils and everything! That was extremely convenient and we really appreciated that! The staff were also friendly and helpful and got us taken care of. Shoutout to Tia for getting us set up with our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Robin at check in was delightful. The vista is an older property and thus the room is quite dated. That said, it was clean, and was as described. You actually get a coffee pot in your room, which was nice. Staff super friendly. Pretty view of the water. As long as you don’t mind a retro room it’s a win.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great relaxing place to stay with amazing views. And lovely kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDWIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great just out of town beautiful view from every room, wonderful locally owned, and kept up, and quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean hotel close to everything Gloucester has to offer. Staff was super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Oceanview. Staff was very nice and helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, helpful, and went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay here again!

Incredible staff and views! Perfect place for us. Very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean nice rooms with a wonderful view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was very pleasant. Nice to have breakfast option
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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