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Ship's Knees Inn

3.0 star property
Experience a tranquil retreat with a delicious breakfast to start your day. Relax by the pool or stroll through the beautiful garden.

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Ocean View King Room, Private Bathroom (across hallway) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated - Ship's Knees Inn (Orleans)
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Escape to Ship's Knees Inn in East Orleans and indulge in a continental breakfast, unwind on the serene garden or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy free WiFi, self parking, beach towels and take advantage of concierge services during your stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #16) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #16)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #4)

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #2)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #8)

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #9)

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Petite Queen Bedroom #15) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Petite Queen Bedroom #15)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Superior King Room #14)

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Ocean View Apartment-1 bedroom)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Standard King Bedroom)

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Superior Queen Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Twin Bedroom)

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Private Bathroom (King Bedroom Nauset Suite)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King Room, Private Bathroom (across hallway) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Ocean View King Room, Private Bathroom (across hallway)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Premium Queen Room #12)

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Petite King Room #10)

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Ship's Knees Inn is in East Orleans, a neighborhood in Orleans. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Orleans Bowling Center and Cape Escape Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and ziplining. Visit our Orleans travel guide
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Map
186 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA, 02643

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Beaches
    Cape Cod Beaches
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sand dunes and beach. Nauset Beach, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA
    Nauset Beach
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skaket Beach
    Skaket Beach
    11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Nauset Inlet
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nickerson Home
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
    115 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    7 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • Hog Island Beer Co.
    7 min drive
  • Town Cove Tap House
    5 min drive
  • Hot Chocolate Sparrow
    5 min drive

About this property

Ship's Knees Inn

Bed & breakfast near Cape Cod Beaches
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Ship's Knees Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Concierge services, a TV in the lobby, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1820
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Tax ID - C0013492240
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June 19 to September 02
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ship's Knees Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Ship's Knees Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ship's Knees Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ship's Knees Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ship's Knees Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this East Orleans bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches and Nauset Beach. Nauset Inlet and Pochet Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ship's Knees Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so quaint and adorable! The rooms are decorated so nicely and everything you could need for your stay has been anticipated. Extremely clean and well kept!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very interesting place

Very interesting place. The location was exceptional with Nauset Beach within walking distance along with Pricilla Landing. Room was nice, however, a dormer took up half of it which made that part of the room unusable except for a TV. I did not have my own bathroom, bath towels were not replaced and it also wasn’t cleaned. I did receive one set of towels if I put used ones out. They had an excellent breakfast each morning that was available for a couple of hours. Small breakfast area and a sitting area outside. Grounds were very nice with a pool, which I didn’t use. Excellent, very small staff, so very one knows your name….Overall, very pleasant experience. Next time I’ll ask for a different type of room, if it’s available. It was almost like a very expensive boarding house. It was pricey, but it’s all about location, location, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay near beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. Throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A relaxing spot close to beaches and good restaurants. Great breakfast bar, good healthy selections. Staff were friendly and responsive. Room was very small and dark, bed too soft for our backs but overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

The property is beautiful and well kept. I liked that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ship’s Knees Inn is a beautiful property run by lovely people. We truly enjoyed both patios for breakfast and nighttime fun around the fire pit; the excellent pool at the end of hot days; and the fresh and well-kept grounds (flowers everywhere.) The only reason this isn't a 5-star review is the significant drawbacks of our very tiny room: the bed was a super uncomfortable big marshmallow (we didn't sleep well during our entire visit); the walls were embarrassingly thin; and it was dark throughout the day. This room might best be used as a storage area; certainly not worth the cost. In any case we'd return to this Inn and request a better room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little inn about a quarter mile from the Atlantic Ocean. They have a wonderful continental breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The level of the upkeep of property and structure by the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay I had! The property is beautiful and clearly well cared-for, and a short walk from the beach. It’s nestled into a quiet part of the town which is what I was looking for. The owners are accessible, friendly, and very helpful. It was so easy to follow the instructions for contactless check-in and check-out. The breakfast spread was simple but satisfying, just what I needed. My room was small but the furniture was arranged very nicely to make the most of it. My two complaints are: first, the room often felt damp despite the AC, though that’s likely explained by the orientation of that room in particular and the weather that week; and teeny tiny bugs invited themselves in by the window two nights of my stay—again, likely due to the orientation of the room and the damp weather. Neither of these issues prevented me from thoroughly enjoying my stay. I will absolutely look to stay there again next time I come out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and attentive, fresh homemade snacks and breakfast and delicious hot coffee was provided in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in & out. Everything is as advertised. Clean, great location for beach walking distance. Owners Peter & Denise go out of their way to make you feel welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with easy access to Nauset beach. Very friendly staff and super safe approach to Covid safety.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Peaceful, tasteful and close to beautiful beach

With Covid-19 restrictions in place the stay was a bit different. I appreciated the extra precautions taken to provide a safe and quaint time. The place is charming and the grounds are beautiful. Beach is short walk away and is very nice. It’s peaceful and worth the trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was in excellent shape for its age. Peter the owner went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed our stay. Had a delightful two nights. Definitely would return. Cathy and Dan N.Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is a gift. So close to the most wonderful places on the Cape. Their property is charming and so lovingly maintained. The breakfast is fab fab fab. So inspirational that I’m even doing breakfasts for friends based on her recipes. Loved being there in a storm, love a good storm. I’m a Cape Codder. Will be coming here for years to come. Must share our secret garden with others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautifully maintained and conveniently located. Breakfast was lovely and the bed was comfortable. Every inch of space was maximized to provide a comfortable yet cozy stay. The grounds were beautifully manicured, and the staff was attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Nauset Beach. Room clean, comfortable, quiet. Breakfast was excellent, several good choices. Staff friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020