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The Barnacle Inn

2.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Nantucket Atheneum

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Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed (Private Bath) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
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Room, 1 King Bed (Private Bath) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
11 Fair Street, Nantucket, MA, 02554
  • Whaling Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Jetties Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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2 Bedroom Suite, King w/Single Twin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, King w/Single Twin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Single Twin (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, Single Twin w/Single Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Single Twin (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, Single Twin (Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Private Bath) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Private Bath)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen w/Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin w/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin w/Queen

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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2 Bedroom Suite, Queen w/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen w/Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, Queen w/Single Twin (Private bath)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, Queen w/Single Twin (Private bath)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin w/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin w/Queen

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Single Twin (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Nantucket

Located in Nantucket Town, The Barnacle Inn is within a 5-minute walk of Nantucket Atheneum and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Quaker Meeting House. This 15-room bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.
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What's nearby

  • Nantucket Atheneum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whaling Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jetties Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Surfside Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stubbys - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cru - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Slip 14 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Barnacle Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Nantucket Atheneum
At The Barnacle Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators and desks are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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 daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 5 and younger (only guests older than 5 are allowed)

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 - C0003731970
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited 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 C0003731970.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Barnacle Inn Nantucket
Barnacle Inn
Barnacle Nantucket
The Barnacle Inn Nantucket
The Barnacle Inn Bed & breakfast
The Barnacle Inn Bed & breakfast Nantucket

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Barnacle Inn?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Nantucket Town, just steps from Unitarian Universalist Meeting House Nantucket and Nantucket Community Sailing, and within a short walk of Nantucket Atheneum. You'll also find Whaling Museum and First Congregational Church less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Barnacle Inn?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Barnacle Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Barnacle Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Barnacle Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about The Barnacle Inn?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like Champagne service as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at The Barnacle Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Barnacle Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Barnacle Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Barnacle Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Barnacle Inn.

Does The Barnacle Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from The Barnacle Inn?

The closest major airport to The Barnacle Inn is Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial), which is 3 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard), which is around 27.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Barnacle Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Barnacle Inn.

The Barnacle Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Can’t wait to come back here next year. The Barnacle inn Staff are full of great information for a great vacation on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The barnacle inn is a great location in town. The owners are nice and friendly! The Inn is comfortable and the rooms are a bit on the smaller side. We would have appreciated more fresh, updated amenities and furnishings in our room. It’s hard to beat the location of the Barnacle Inn!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

A nice home away from home.

Great service from reservation to check out. Fantastic hosts and so welcoming. The Inn felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Knoxville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Very timely and courteous staff You cannot beat the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

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

Phyllis

An amazing place to stay in Nantucket. Everything was perfect- the breakfasts were delicious with homemade pastries- highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our host Susie could not have been more sweet! The Barnacle Inn is cozy and makes you feel at home. Kind of makes you feel like you’re visiting family that has a beautiful house in Nantucket. We found it to be quiet and soundproofed. Warm cookies in the afternoon is a nice touch! Open windows in our room, letting a nice cool breeze. Although air-conditioning is available. The location is perfect. Just a short walk to downtown plenty of restaurants and shopping. Not far from where the wave. (Public transportation) Drops you off and pick you up To visit many sites on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

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

10/10 Excellent

timothy

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was the best place we ever could have chosen. Suzie is the best, she was extremely kind, helpful, and really cares about her guests. The breakfast was always fresh and it was delicious, every single person on the staff was friendly and kind. I can not recommend the Barnacle Inn enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Outstanding!

Just awesome! Great service and great accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sharing the bathroom during the nite
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, lovely gardens, inviting and quiet, comfortable room, lovely and friendly staff and fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Fun city

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Milford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Amazing breakfast and just overall cozy feel of the place. Can’t ask for anything more and right in the heart of downtown Nantucket. We had a wonderful trip and the Barnacle Inn was a major reason why!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Suzie, Phil and everyone were amazing. We really loved the breakfast in the mornings. Great location just feet from Main Street. My kids loved cookie time. Would recommend 10 out of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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