10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Half Moon Beach in Gloucester from NZ$220

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Two individuals in white robes by a window overlooking a body of water with a distant shoreline.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the water.

A large hotel with multiple floors and a beach view.

1. Beauport Hotel Gloucester

Downtown Gloucester, 1.2 km from Half Moon Beach

Patricia

NZ$447

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with blue umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a view of the waterfront.

A dining area with a table set for six, surrounded by blue upholstered chairs.

A hotel with a sign reading "Harborview Inn" and a mailbox labeled "Vacancy".

A window with a view of a street, a flag, and flowers.

2. Harborview Inn

Downtown Gloucester, 0.8 km from Half Moon Beach

Martin

NZ$376

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a zebra-patterned rug, and a staircase.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a bar area with a bottle of champagne.

A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

3. The Highliner Hotel

Downtown Gloucester, 1.4 km from Half Moon Beach

Matthew

NZ$598

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A covered porch with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a view of a house in the background.

A bay window with two armchairs, a small table, and a decorative mirror.

A corner room with two wicker chairs, a small wooden chest, and a window with a view of greenery.

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a stone foundation.

4. Castle Manor Inn

1.4 km from Half Moon Beach

Barb

NZ$381

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A restaurant with large windows overlooking a marina.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a yellow sofa, patterned ottoman, and a blue coffee table.

A neatly made bed with a tray holding a bottle of Chandon champagne and two glasses, a large headboard, and a modern chandelier.

A building with a brick facade, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

5. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

1 km from Half Moon Beach

Rob

NZ$428

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee maker on a table.

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, fishing equipment, and houses in the background.

A residential house with a stone pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

6. Addison Choate Inn

7.3 km from Half Moon Beach

Kimberlee

NZ$411

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water and a rocky shoreline.

A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a street. There are potted plants on the windowsill and outside.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pergola, and a view of the water and hills.

A coastal building with a balcony, large rocks in the foreground, and a clear sky.

7. Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge

8.1 km from Half Moon Beach

Mary Beth

NZ$478

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A coastal hotel with a rocky shoreline, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of the ocean and a balcony.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a sign for Atlantis Oceanfront Inn, and a view of the ocean.

Two red Adirondack chairs facing a white table with a bottle and glasses, set on a grassy lawn with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

8. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn

East Gloucester, 3.6 km from Half Moon Beach

Daniel

NZ$450

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A covered porch with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a white fence.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. The Rockport House

7.6 km from Half Moon Beach

Suzanne

NZ$312

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A sign for the Sally Webster Collection by Addison Choate, mounted on a building with a window and greenery in the foreground.

A living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a blue sofa, and a coffee table.

A waterfront property with a prominent building featuring large windows and a balcony, situated next to a stone wall and a body of water.

A rocky beach with clear blue water, people sunbathing, and umbrellas.

10. Sally Webster Inn

7.8 km from Half Moon Beach

Cara

NZ$327

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal beach scene with a large house on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach with people, and a clear blue sky.

A motel named Vista with a signboard indicating amenities like efficiencies, HBO, Wi-Fi, and off-season rates.

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple guest rooms, and a red barn-like structure.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a tiled pool.

11. The Vista

East Gloucester, 3.7 km from Half Moon Beach

Lisa

NZ$377

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel with outdoor seating, fire pits, and a well-lit facade.

A bed in a room with a forest theme, including artificial trees and foliage.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with two hanging chairs, a round coffee table, and a bookshelf.

12. The Cove At Salem

19 km from Half Moon Beach

Vadim

NZ$298

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A small stone building with a red door, surrounded by trees and a picnic table.

A rectangular swimming pool with a white fence and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A parking area with a signpost indicating directions to 'Seal Lion' and 'Olde Town'.

13. Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

East Gloucester, 3.8 km from Half Moon Beach

Scott

NZ$344

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a lighthouse in the distance.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A dining area with striped tablecloths and wooden chairs, set outdoors with a building in the background.

A bar area with a flat-screen TV, bar stools, a counter with various bottles, and a coffee machine.

14. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

15 km from Half Moon Beach

Berna

NZ$226

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture, a view of the sea, and houses in the background.

A bay window with a bench, white railings, and a view of the sea.

A coastal view with a stone bench, clear sky, and a distant church.

A spacious dining area with a view of the sea, white furniture, and two exit signs.

15. The Cove at Rockport Hotel

7.6 km from Half Moon Beach

Justin

NZ$354

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A large, white, two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to a lower level.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear sky.

A poolside area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a building with multiple balconies and outdoor lighting.

A spacious living room with a large bed, a sofa, and a chair. There is a chessboard on a table, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

16. Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

East Gloucester, 3.6 km from Half Moon Beach

Suzanne

NZ$338

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered porch with white columns, a row of black rocking chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, a clear view of the sea, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, two patterned armchairs, and a small table with a book.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, and a wooden headboard.

17. Emerson Inn

9.4 km from Half Moon Beach

Keith

NZ$532

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An aerial view of a town with a prominent church, residential houses, and a large green arrow pointing downwards.

A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a grey sofa, and a blue armchair. A kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator is visible in the background.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story white house with a red door, stone steps, and a stone wall.

18. Eagle House Motel

7.5 km from Half Moon Beach

Glen

NZ$468

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, historic house with a prominent front entrance, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A bedroom with a bed, a white chair, a shelf with books, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with round tables and chairs, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, a chair, a round coffee table, and a log display.

19. The Hotel Marblehead

19.7 km from Half Moon Beach

Angela

NZ$359

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table with books and a disco ball, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a blue door, and a black chair in the foreground.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a leather couch, and a round coffee table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a chessboard on a small table.

A cozy loft bedroom with a large window, wooden flooring, a green sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV on a stand.

20. The Ipswich Inn

15.6 km from Half Moon Beach

Donna

NZ$220

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Half Moon Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beauport Hotel Gloucester	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Harborview Inn	9.6 Exceptional 339 reviews	View
The Highliner Hotel	8.8 Excellent 23 reviews	View
Castle Manor Inn	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina	8.4 Very good 825 reviews	View

Top Half Moon Beach Hotel Reviews

Harborview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"What a great place! Great location facing Gloucester Harbor. Lovely charming house. Easy parking. Wonderful clean room with comfy bed and all amenities. Welcoming hosts. I’d gladly come back. Really good value too."

The Highliner Hotel

8/10 Good

"Loved our room. Very elegant and immaculate. Absolutely excellent location. Celebrated our 24th anniversary in style. Parking is a little walk. Would recommend dropping off one person and luggage then go park."

5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!

10/10 Excellent

"Lots of space. A historic house with updated bathrooms and kitchen! Walkable to the water and park."

The Hydrangea Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful four-night stay at the Hydrangea Inn. Joan was such a warm and welcoming host, and she made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Her breakfasts were absolutely delicious, and we really enjoyed getting to know her. The inn has such a cozy, peaceful feel, and it made our time in Gloucester even more special. We’re so glad we chose to stay here and would definitely come back!"

Shore Cottage - Coastal gem, a traveler favorite! Outdoor patio, central AC.

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and very clean. Highly recommend."

Gloucester Large 2-Room Studio, Full Kitchen, Deck

10/10 Excellent

"When we first arrived our contact made sure we had all information. She also gave us champagne and cannolis for our anniversary, such a cute treat. Despite the nor easter that was going on we had such a wonderful time. Highly recommend staying here!! "

New England Coastal Residence

10/10 Excellent

"This is an excellent property. It is immaculate and the host is very personable and nice. He answers you no matter the time of day or night. The property is beautiful and the beds are like sleeping in a cloud. There was no expense spared n making this property feel like home I highly suggest this property and host I can not say enough good things about it or him"

Classic Coastal Family Home | Walk to Sea;King Bed

10/10 Excellent

"Very responsive host, great rooms and very comfortable"

Dog-Friendly, Waterfront Home with Washer and dryer & Two Decks

10/10 Excellent

"This place was magical!"

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A coastal town with rocky shores, a prominent church, and a clear blue sky.

Stage Fort Park

9.2/10 (71 reviews)

After visiting Stage Fort Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A statue of a man with a wheel, surrounded by a chain-link fence, with houses and cars in the background.

Fishermen's Memorial Monument

9.6/10 (18 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Gloucester when you spend time at Fishermen's Memorial Monument. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A beach with people, umbrellas, and beach chairs.

Pavilion Beach

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pavilion Beach during your trip to Gloucester?

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Cressy Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cressy Beach during your trip to Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Ten Pound Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Gloucester when you spend time at Ten Pound Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church

After visiting Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gloucester.

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Sargent House Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sargent House Museum during your travels in Gloucester. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Rocky Neck Art Colony

8.2/10 (20 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Rocky Neck Art Colony during your trip to Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Half Moon Beach?

Half Moon Beach is located in Gloucester. This historic area is known for its beautiful ocean views and whale watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 51 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Half Moon Beach?

Castle Manor Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Half Moon Beach. Other good options close by include Beauport Hotel Gloucester and The Hydrangea Inn.

How many hotels will I find near Half Moon Beach?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Half Moon Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Half Moon Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Half Moon Beach.

What can I see and do near Half Moon Beach?

Maritime Gloucester, Cape Ann Museum and Hammond Castle feature captivating exhibits. Eastern Point Lighthouse, Motif No 1 and Dogtown are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Shalin Liu Performance Center and The Gorton Theatre.

Top Hotels Near Half Moon Beach in Gloucester from NZ$220

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Our top choices for Half Moon Beach hotels

1. Beauport Hotel Gloucester

2. Harborview Inn

3. The Highliner Hotel

4. Castle Manor Inn

5. The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

6. Addison Choate Inn

7. Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge

8. Atlantis Oceanfront Inn

9. The Rockport House

10. Sally Webster Inn

11. The Vista

12. The Cove At Salem

13. Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

14. The Wylie Inn and Conference Center at Endicott College

15. The Cove at Rockport Hotel

16. Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

17. Emerson Inn

18. Eagle House Motel

19. The Hotel Marblehead

20. The Ipswich Inn

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Top Half Moon Beach Hotel Reviews

Harborview Inn

The Highliner Hotel

5 minute walk to Beach, Stage Fort Park, and Gloucester Promenade!

The Hydrangea Inn

Shore Cottage - Coastal gem, a traveler favorite! Outdoor patio, central AC.

Gloucester Large 2-Room Studio, Full Kitchen, Deck

New England Coastal Residence

Classic Coastal Family Home | Walk to Sea;King Bed

Dog-Friendly, Waterfront Home with Washer and dryer & Two Decks

Other attractions near Half Moon Beach

Stage Fort Park

Fishermen's Memorial Monument

Pavilion Beach

Cressy Beach

Ten Pound Lighthouse

Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church

Sargent House Museum

Rocky Neck Art Colony

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