Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Good Harbor Beach

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
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

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Within a short walk of Good Harbor Beach, Sea Lion Motel and Cottages is within a mile (2 km) of Schooner Adventure. This 17-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rocky Neck Art Colony - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Half Moon Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 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 with free breakfast, near Good Harbor Beach
Guests of Sea Lion Motel and Cottages enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a computer station. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a terrace, a vending machine, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, hair dryers, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per day

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Tax ID number is C0006321070.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

This motel is located in Gloucester within a short 15-minute walk of Good Harbor Beach. You'll also find Cape Ann and Maritime Gloucester within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages have a casino?

No, Sea Lion Motel and Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 9 PM.

Is Sea Lion Motel and Cottages good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, free breakfast, and a terrace at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Sea Lion Motel and Cottages allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages.

Are there connecting rooms at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

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

The closest major airport to Sea Lion Motel and Cottages is Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal), which is 16.6 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal), which is around 25.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

No, at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 386 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

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
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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