Those who love all things nautical will enjoy Barnstable Harbor. It's the perfect place to go for a wander along the water's edge and admire some boats.

This place for ships to anchor in Barnstable is popular with fellow travelers, so be sure to put it on your must-see list. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are a lot more attractions waiting for you to explore after Barnstable Harbor. Cape Cod Museum of Art, Hyannis Harbor, and Cape Codder Water Park are close by.

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Hyannis Plaza Hotel

$555

per person

Dec 12 - Dec 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Hyannis (HYA)

7/10 Good! (927 reviews)

Check in was easy. The room was clean. The bathroom was mostly clean. The area was easily walkable to many attractions, including dining and shopping.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Anchor In Distinctive Waterfront Lodging

$658

per person

Dec 12 - Dec 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Hyannis (HYA)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)

Since we stayed here 2 years ago the Anchor Inn went downhill . It all started when we checked in, we received a lecture about how we had to be with our service dogs at all times. We were in room 126. There was a slippery large pool of water from the ice machine in the foyer going into the hallway for rooms 100 etc... Our luggage wheels and shoes were wet, and we had a service dog that got wet feet. This was never corrected for our 3 day stay even with house keeping crossing it many times. The plumbing is old in the room, the shower had to be jiggled, the rod where the soap goes came off, a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door, the toilet started running in the middle of the night for no reason. Then there is a resort fee for absolutely nothing . They claim for wifi ,a pool and parking that is standard these days. The bed and room itself was nice but not resort quality. The biggest plus is the view it's fantastic. But not worth $250 a night plus resort fee. This hotel needs a lot of basic maintenance.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Courtyard Resort

$593

per person

Dec 12 - Dec 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Hyannis (HYA)

7.2/10 Good! (25 reviews)

Staff extremely helpful, pleasant. Rooms clean, pool terrific.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Reviews of Barnstable Harbor

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Top Destination

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Karen

Take the whale watch tour, it's worth it.

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Sandy Neck Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of West Barnstable with a stop at Sandy Neck Lighthouse. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants.

Barnstable Old Gaol

Learn about the local history of Barnstable when you spend time at Barnstable Old Gaol. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Coast Guard Heritage Museum

You can study the exhibits at Coast Guard Heritage Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Barnstable. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants.

Trayser Museum Complex

You can study the exhibits at Trayser Museum Complex, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Barnstable. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its seafood restaurants.

Millway Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Millway Beach during your trip to Barnstable? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Barnstable Superior Courthouse

After visiting Barnstable Superior Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Barnstable. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.