The Inn on Onset Bay

2.5 star property
Beachfront inn near Cape Cod Beaches

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Front of property
Bay View Queen Bed | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, towels
Exterior
Bay View Queen Bed | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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181 Onset Ave, East Wareham, MA, 02532
  • Place, Onset Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Onset Bay Center - Buzzards Bay Coalition
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shell Point Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪108 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bay View Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bay View King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Garden View - Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

East Wareham

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Onset Beach and Onset Bay Center - Buzzards Bay Coalition. Also, Shell Point Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and The Bay Pointe Club is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Onset Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Onset Bay Center - Buzzards Bay Coalition - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shell Point Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Bay Pointe Club - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hyannis Harbor - 44 min drive - 29.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Towne Tavern & Tap - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Inn on Onset Bay

Beachfront inn near Cape Cod Beaches
There are 6 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Inn on Onset Bay also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a water dispenser. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this East Wareham inn.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 6 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
The Inn on Onset Bay offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.

This East Wareham inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants

Things to do

  • Books

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 150.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Inn Onset
The Inn on Onset Bay Inn
The Inn on Onset Bay East Wareham
The Inn on Onset Bay Inn East Wareham

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn on Onset Bay to the airport?

The Inn on Onset Bay is 17.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on Onset Bay?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on Onset Bay on Jun 14, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Inn on Onset Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn on Onset Bay.

How close is The Inn on Onset Bay to the beach?

This inn is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Inn on Onset Bay offer free breakfast?

The Inn on Onset Bay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Inn on Onset Bay?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Inn on Onset Bay?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Inn on Onset Bay?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Inn on Onset Bay have a pool?

The Inn on Onset Bay does not have a pool.

Does The Inn on Onset Bay have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 6 restaurants on site.

Does The Inn on Onset Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Inn on Onset Bay to downtown East Wareham?

The Inn on Onset Bay is 0.1 mi away from Onset.

The Inn on Onset Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 188 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a great spot and very easy to walk down to the small town for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it there! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was amazing! Had beautiful weather! Clean room and very nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly people, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here numerous times and never a bad experience..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay overnight. Beautiful view and everything is walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay whe lookingnto stay in the area, very rustic and quaint facility, all the team members encountered were great and friendly. Great view of the lake and bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and the location can't be beat. The inn is clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Cezar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so lovely and accomodating. It was a wonderful litte escape with a spectacular view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem! Absolutely loved it and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot right across from the bay. Walkable to restaurants and beach! Room was unique and very clean! Comfortable bed too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view. Efficiency facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL

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

Nice place

It was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Uche

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view Difficult access to second floors
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LIANA

The room is simple but clean and in a great location. Worth the price — I’d definitely stay here again. Room 206 🌟
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to get away !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024