“Not for "5 Star Hunters" but quaint and lovely all the same....”
Admittedly, I booked this hotel with some hesitance and trepidation given all the negative reviews I had read. The price was too good to pass up...and frankly what could be THAT bad about being beach-side in the Cape? First of all, you will be hard-pressed to find a hotel right on the water that does not have some "smell issues" of some sort. Traditionally, these ocean-side homes are victims to salt air, mold spores and moisture issues because of their proximity to the water. Not to mention, any time you have decades of wet feet walking on carpets...you are bound to create odor problems. It's a fact of life in any seaside environment so if you have a real problem with a slight moisture smell....do not go here.
Upon arrival, I was amazed by how clean and kempt the grounds were. Beautiful gardens, sea grass....gorgeous lawns all greeted me. I was even more captivated when I noticed that Ocean Mist sits RIGHT on the beach. The views are incredible, the beach is clean and well groomed and the hotel provides durable lounge chairs for guests. It is nestled on the fringe of a very quaint neighbourhood filled with traditional Cape cottages, lovely restaurants, parks and beaches...and is located a mere 5 minute drive to the "main drag" of South Yarmouth. Parking is free, the lot is large and you can conveniently unload you car.
The rooms were definetely outdated but the linens were crisp and clean, the shower was great, the staff was lovely and we loved every minute of it. GREAT!