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Blue - Inn on The Beach

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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Lark Suite | View from room
On the beach
Front of property
Bicycling
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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20 Fordham Way, Plum Island, Newbury, MA, 01951
  • Salisbury Beach State Reservation
  • Plum Island Point
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Promenade Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Oceanview King | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Oceanview King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oceanview Queen | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Oceanview Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom King Cottage | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

One Bedroom King Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Queen Cottage | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Queen Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Lark Suite

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Newbury

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Newbury hotel, you'll find Newbury Beach and Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Also, Plum Island Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Plum Island Point is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Newbury Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Plum Island Point - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Waterfront Promenade Park - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Salisbury Beach - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Hampton Beach - 27 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Newburyport Station - 14 min drive
  • Rowley Station - 17 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carousel Bar & Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grog Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abraham's Bagels - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Blue - Inn on The Beach

3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Blue - Inn on The Beach also features a hot tub, concierge services, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Newbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Blue - Inn on The Beach offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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
Tax ID - C0015992050
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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 C0015992050. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Blue Inn Beach Newbury
Blue Inn Beach
Blue Beach Newbury
Blue A Lark Hotel
Blue - Inn on The Beach Hotel
Blue - Inn on The Beach Newbury
Blue - Inn on The Beach Hotel Newbury

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue - Inn on The Beach to the airport?

Blue - Inn on The Beach is 20.1 mi (33-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 Blue - Inn on The Beach?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue - Inn on The Beach on Sep 2, 2025 start from $423.63, 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 Blue - Inn on The Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue - Inn on The Beach.

How close is Blue - Inn on The Beach to the beach?

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

Does Blue - Inn on The Beach offer free breakfast?

Blue - Inn on The Beach offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blue - Inn on The Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean Gaming Casino (21-min drive) and Hampton Beach Casino (24-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Blue - Inn on The Beach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue - Inn on The Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue - Inn on The Beach have a pool?

Blue - Inn on The Beach does not have a pool.

Does Blue - Inn on The Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Blue - Inn on The Beach to downtown Newbury?

Blue - Inn on The Beach is 3.8 mi away from Newbury.

Blue - Inn on The Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 167 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place to stay on Plum Island. Quiet, comfortable and great service!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Blue - Inn on the Beach is a fabulous property. It is well hidden on a stretch of beach on Plum Island that we never knew existed ( and we lived near Newburyport for many years)! The sunrise views of the ocean from our deck, the comfortable bed and breakfast delivered every morning at your door are to die for. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the whole vibe of this place. Our room opened right onto the beach. Awesome morning sunrises. Breakfast baskets delivered to the door. We will be back to enjoy the free bikes and another stay at the Blue.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We are former residents of Plum Island and always wanted to stay at the Blue. We moved two years ago and wanted to visit, so we took it as an opportunity to stay at The Blue. Maybe it just didn't live up to the hype, or the gray/cold time of year, but we were overall just okay with the stay. Beautiful view from our ocean front room, which was clean and neat. Very beachy vibe and style. We weren't able to take advantage of the outdoor seating and a walk on the beach due to the weather. The downsides we encountered were limited. The evening internet was horrible, although the next morning it was okay (I had a working morning with Zoom calls, so I needed it). Maybe the evening had too many streamers, but the hotel did not seem very occupied. There is also no real work surface in the room. A small/low coffee table was it. If you plan to work on your vacation, bring your own table. There is also no community lounge area. The Blue did a great job with most of the details, but small important details were missed, like only 3 sugars and 4 regular creamers in the room's coffee condiments. Plenty of artificial sweeteners and hazelnut creamers. Great presentation with the breakfast basket, but only the yogurt and coffee were good, minus the missing condiments. The eggs were not. We got The Blue out of our system. We can cross it off the bucket list. We don't expect that we'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem! Beautiful room, well furnished and appointed, breakfast delivered to your door at a time of your choosing, perfect ocean view, and a staff that is only visible when you need them. The location right on the beach and very close to the wildlife preserve on Plum Island is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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

Feel in love with Newburyport ❤️

Probably the best hidden secret in MA. Love the proximity to town and nature. The beach and the views are second to none. The beach front room is a must! A combo between being one with nature and having the luxury of life! ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean view, great breakfast treats delivered to your door each morning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the Lark Suite and it was well worth it. Everything was neat, clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The views from our room were amazing and just what we wanted. All of the staff was very friendly, and they assured us to let them know if there was anything else we needed. Everything was perfect! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

Great Getaway!

Great overnight stay! Wish it was warmer outside but we enjoyed out night by the fireplace and caught an amazing sunrise in the morning! :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!!! Front desk staff was phenomenal- went above & beyond in service and ensuring we had everything we needed. Breakfast delivered to your room daily. Room was great- ocean views, fireplace, bed very comfortable!! Location was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oritseghomi Jr

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Blue-Inn on the Beach - Thank you

First time stay and it lived up to everything they advertised. The view was to die for and the breakfast was a delightful picnic basket in the morning at our door, with a pot of coffee. We will return when the weather is warmer but the fireplace in the room made it very cozy even in the cold weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

A hidden gem

Great place with a very attentive staff. Even in winter, the waterfront location is beautiful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Love the breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

We’ll be coming back

A lovely winter getaway. Our room was comfortable and set up like a studio apt. Breakfasts delivered to our room were tasty and creative. The ocean was just outside our door, loved our walks on the beach and it was great to be on the edge of the NWR. Newbury/Newburyport is quiet this time of year but we had no trouble finding great places to eat. A lot of snow and parking lot was icy but hey, it’s winter in New England.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025