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Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel near Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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138 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930
  • Good Harbor Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Maritime Gloucester
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Close to the beach.You'll find Good Harbor Beach and Schooner Adventure within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Massachusetts Bay and Cape Ann Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Long Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Rocky Neck Art Colony - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 3 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Long Beach Dairy Maid - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

Motel near Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Sea Lion Motel and Cottages. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gloucester motel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sea Lion Motel and Cottages offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Gloucester motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 3 and April 15.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Tax ID - C0006321070
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. The tax ID number is C0006321070. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sea Lion Motel and Cottages to the airport?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages is 16.6 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 Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages on Jul 29, 2025 start from $198.0, 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 Sea Lion Motel and Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages.

How close is Sea Lion Motel and Cottages to the beach?

This motel is a short 15-minute walk from Good Harbor Beach and 6.5 mi (16-min drive) from Wingaersheek Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages offer free breakfast?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages have a pool?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 3 to April 15.

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sea Lion Motel and Cottages to downtown Gloucester?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages is 1.5 mi away from Gloucester.

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 397 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean as a whistle and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

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

8/10 Good

faith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was so incredibly friendly! Free breakfast was very simple but good. The bed said it was queen but was definitely a full and that's the only issue I had with this place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Cozy rooms, friendly staff, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor Weber grill available for making meals. Big refrigerator in the room. USB charging ports on the night stand. Very nice bathroom. Nice breakfast. Friendly staff. Reasonably priced. Near Gloucester and Rockport. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and charming location, with helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Country feel

Wonderful. Freshly renovated and clean. Very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great price

Great job at front desk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
great service and friendliness at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I really was upset that the internet was so bad. This is a critical facility for me as I make travel arrangements. After 10 pm the internet was at best intermittent and often stopped working or the signal was very low in room 114.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anyarat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

8/10 Good

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not much. Coffee was good but not much variety
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

Best kept secret!

This place was charming. It is so clean and great location to all the wonderful restaurants, fishing, and whale watching, close to Boston and Salem. It's just a wonderful place to stay. Check in and check out. Simple. Cant wait to go back again soon...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great relaxing stop, close to lots of fun tourist spots
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coralie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown Gloucester and Cape Ann Whale Watch which I highly recommend. Cute, comfortable, clean room, lovely staff. Property is ok, first impression pulling in was not great but the room was charming and the place grew on us. We had coffee in the Adirondack chairs outside of our room and had a little view of the water through the trees. We only stayed one night and walked to Good Harbor beach (20 minutes) which is gorgeous. We would definitely recommend this motel and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here, easy access to a nice beach in Gloucester and close to Rockport, nice, cozy and friendly place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

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

Beautiful, well cared for property!

Beautiful setting! Gorgeous and clean pool & pool area! Room was spotless! Only thing that I could mention was the WiFi connection was not that good if you do need to connect. I was totally in love with the puppo statue! Who ever painted him gave him the best vibe ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esme

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

8/10 Good

Gina

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

Overnight Stay

Property is n great condition. Very clean. Very friendly. Would definitely stay again. The only issue was WiFi and TV. Neither would stay connected at any point during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea, New York

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Priced like a luxury stay (at least outside of Gloucester), but the rooms themselves are outfitted like the Bates Motel meets Super 8. Would I do it again? Sure, in a pinch. But not without some healthy side eye.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is wonderful for the Gloucester, Essex and Rockport area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024