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The Vista

2.5 star property
Hotel near Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester

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Double Room, Ground Floor | Beach/ocean view
Double Room, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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22 Thatcher Rd., Gloucester, MA, 01930
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Maritime Gloucester
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

ADA Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 329 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 329 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 329 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Oceanside stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Good Harbor Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Schooner Adventure with a stay here. Massachusetts Bay and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rocky Neck Art Colony - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Long Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rockport Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Common Crow Natural Market - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Vista

Hotel near Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester
Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Vista. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gloucester hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Vista offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (32 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat (19 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and April 14.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0004171070
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is C0004171070. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Vista Motel Gloucester
Vista Motel
Vista Gloucester
Vista Hotel Gloucester
Vista Motel Gloucester, MA - Cape Ann
Vista Motel Gloucester MA - Cape Ann
Vista Hotel
The Vista Hotel
The Vista Gloucester
The Vista Hotel Gloucester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Vista to the airport?

The Vista is 16.7 mi (22-min drive) away from the Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vista?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vista on Nov 6, 2025 start from $215.25, excluding 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 Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Vista.

How close is The Vista to the beach?

This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Good Harbor Beach and 6.6 mi (16-min drive) from Wingaersheek Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Vista offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Vista offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Vista?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Vista?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Vista?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Vista have a pool?

The Vista features an outdoor pool.

Does The Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Vista to downtown Gloucester?

The Vista is 1.4 mi away from Gloucester.

Reviews

The Vista Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 415 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

Great place

Friendly, very clean and easy access! The breakfast was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Robin at check in was delightful. The vista is an older property and thus the room is quite dated. That said, it was clean, and was as described. You actually get a coffee pot in your room, which was nice. Staff super friendly. Pretty view of the water. As long as you don’t mind a retro room it’s a win.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and the staff is very responsive, friendly and accomodating. Convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Esteban, Lakeland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at the Vista for 2 night and loved it. It was quaint, clean, and the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. It had a little patio out back with views of the beach. Some of the other rooms had balconies. The had free, very basic, breakfast outside under a tent every morning. Coffee, juice, fruit, hard boiled eggs, yogurt, croissants,. It was great for us but not if you want a hearty breakfast. Downtown was about a 30-40 minute walk but they also had a taxi for $10 you could take. We forgot to bring sunscreen and the woman at the hotel ran over to her cabinet and gave us a full bottle. On our way home, I received a call from the hotel saying I left my pocketbook there. Since we were 30 minutes away, the woman at the hotel offered to mail it to me. Since I needed everything in it right away, we went back to get it. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property, comfortable bed
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Friendly staff and beautiful view. I would highly recommend the Vista.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonita

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

Excellent

Beautiful balcony view! Lots of amenities and a very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! The room had a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove and plates and utensils and everything! That was extremely convenient and we really appreciated that! The staff were also friendly and helpful and got us taken care of. Shoutout to Tia for getting us set up with our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second year customer , there will be more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tia at the front desk was friendly and accommodating to our flight schedule. Ana was also very friendly and nice to talk with during breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary, Appleton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Husband and friend had a great time, loved the area, rooms and staff were great. Will stay again if ever back in the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsey

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

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

Great place

Great relaxing place to stay with amazing views. And lovely kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

No frills sleeping room.

The motel was ok overall. Very much no frills. Online, it indicated that all rooms had an ocean view. Not true. Upon arrival, we were told we had an obstructed view, which meant we could only see trees. Two of the rooms have no view. Had I known this was “obstructed view”, I would not have rented the room. Online, it indicated it was the only room available. This is probably a website issue. The beds were like sleeping on box springs. My body hurts after sleeping on this bed. They are either extremely old mattresses, or the cheapest mattresses they could find. Both, my bed, and my friend’s, were like sleeping on box springs. Water is very slow to warm up, but it does get warm. Breakfast is a hard boiled egg, yogurt, and breads, so we didn’t bother. The rooms are dated, but very clean. The area is very safe. Employees are very kind and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At check-in, Sandy, was extremely accommodating. Excellent customer service. Unfortunately, the room was very dated and had a musty smell. The linens, bedspread and towels were very old. The view from the room was very nice. I would not stay there again until the rooms are updated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024