Harborview Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian B&B near Good Harbor Beach

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32-inch TV with cable channels, Netflix, printers
Exterior
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding
32-inch TV with cable channels, Netflix, printers
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
71 Western Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930
  • Half Moon Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hammond Castle
  • Good Harbor Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Gloucester B&B, you'll be steps from Fishermen's Memorial Monument and within a 10-minute walk of Pavilion Beach. Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church and Stage Fort Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Maritime Gloucester - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Good Harbor Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Rocky Neck Art Colony - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midori - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oak to Ember - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Drift - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tonno Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Minglewood Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Harborview Inn

3.5-star Victorian B&B near Good Harbor Beach
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Harborview Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Gloucester bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Harborview Inn offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. This Gloucester bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 6 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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, 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harborview Inn to the airport?

Harborview Inn is 15.8 mi (21-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 Harborview Inn?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harborview Inn on Jun 1, 2025 start from $249.0, 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 Harborview Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harborview Inn.

How close is Harborview Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 5-minute walk from Pavilion Beach and 12-minute walk from Half Moon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harborview Inn offer free breakfast?

Harborview Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Harborview Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Harborview Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Harborview Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Harborview Inn have a pool?

Harborview Inn does not have a pool.

Does Harborview Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Harborview Inn to downtown Gloucester?

Harborview Inn is 0.4 mi away from Gloucester.

Harborview Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 296 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John welcomed us and was a remarkable host. We stayed in six different accomodations on this trip and this one was by far our favorite. The room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent. Parking is free and convenient. John gave us a great dining recommendation which was within an easy 8-10 minute walk. We would love to stay here again. Thank you for being a great host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Milton

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family-owned and so warm and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great time @ the Harborview Inn

WONDERFUL - We stayed at the Harborview for our granddaughters wedding. The staff (family run business) was great and our view was amazing. I would definitely recommend staying here. We truly enjoyed our brief visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here from Friday to Monday for a wedding we were in. The Inn keeper Sam and the Inn owner John, were more than welcoming when we got there. This place was so cozy and really made you feel like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really like the location and view. We were able to walk to restaurants and the walkway across the street was beautiful for miles. I also really like the owners as they were so accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay at Harborview Inn! Right on the water in Gloucester, beautiful views, easy to get to the train, and great rooms and service. John was a delight to talk to and very helpful with suggestions about the area. The only thing that could have made it better for me would be fruit at breakfast, but the pastries served were delicious. I would absolutely stay at Harborview again if I am ever in Gloucester!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

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

Lovely!

We had a lovely stay here! The building and rooms are very cute and cozy. The decor is beautiful, especially in the dining room. The breakfast is a very good spread of assorted pastries. Scones, muffins, croissants, you name it! The owners and staff are incredibly friendly and nice to talk to! The room was very nice and they offer a welcome basket with snacks and waters. To top it all off we had a beautiful view of the water right from our window. We had such a great time staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked how cozy it was ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This GEM of a Bed & Breakfast is the Perfect R&R YOU NEED!! It's Like Heaven! I'll Be Back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My wife always wanted to stay at a bed and breakfast. Check ...done. The place was fine but it was nothing wonderful. I dont like staying in someones home. However it was a nice home with all the original old charm, if u like that kinda thing. Felt like i was staying at my Grandpops house. The breakfast was fine and included some scones, cakes, coffee etc Hotel for us going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John is a great host and the property is in a fabulous location with excellent views
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay: close to beach and town. Hosts very amicable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the property, it’s all so beautifully decorated and a lot of outdoor space. Sitting on the porch early in the morning and in the evening was so lovely to look out on the water. Go ahead and grab a coffee in the lovely in the Cape Ann room for breakfast and talk to John, the owner. John is a life-long local with a lot of interesting stories and don’t forget to give his sweet little doggo, Skipper some pets before heading out for the day. The location can’t be beat. I didn’t rent a car but the area is so walkable, just a 15 minute walk to Main street and is 5 mins from Pavilion beach. Breakfast is a nice continental layout with pastries, juice, coffee, and tea as nice snack to get you going.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Redmond

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming Inn with very personable and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia, Ortonville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cherylann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Dan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful, charming house on the water. Owner/manager and his dog were delightful and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024