Located just steps away from Good Harbor Beach in historic Gloucester, the Blue Shutters Beachside Inn offers sweeping ocean views. From your room, you will be minutes from some of the region’s finest shops, art galleries, restaurants and taverns"

"The Addison Choate Inn is an elegant late Greek Revival home located in the seaside village of Rockport, less than a 10 minute drive to the 7 Seas Whale Watch dock. Our six comfortable guest rooms are decorated with period antiques and our homemade breakfast is served on the veranda in warm weather and by a cheery fireplace in the dining room during cooler months. If you appreciate the best of traditional hospitality accompanied by all the modern comforts, you will feel at home at the Addison Choate."

One night stay in a queen room and two 7 Seas Whale Watch tickets = $225 plus tax, subject to availability

The Best Western at Bass Rocks ("The Back Shore") in Gloucester offers unparalleled ocean views.

"The Harborview Inn was built in 1893 by descendants of the world famous Gorton's of Gloucester Seafood company. Originally the house was a two story home, the third floor was added around 1900. The Harbor View Inn appeared in the 1994 Winter Issue of Decorating Magazine, a Better Homes and Gardens special interest publication. Many of our rooms feature a spectacular harbor view and all have private baths. All our rooms feature cable TV, air conditioning and a telephone. All our guests are invited to a complimentary continental breakfast featuring fresh fruit and pastries from around the Cape Ann area."

"Enjoy the hospitality of the Samarkand Inn on the scenic Gloucester shore. The Inn is ideally located at the end of Good Harbor Beach and within walking distance of dinning, shopping, and public transportation.

From the shore of Good Harbor Beach, the Samarkand presents guests with sweeping sunrise to sunset views. A nip of sea air, long lazy walks on the beach, Sand between the toes. Waves crashing against the rocky shore. Relax with a friend on the porch or grab your favorite book and sit under the tree. No matter your pleasure the Samarkand is a distinctive Inn with wonderful views that will make your visit to Gloucester memorable."

"Located on a high, wooded hill along Rout 127, the scenic road that connects Gloucester and Rockport. Overlooking distant ocean views of Good Harbor Beach, the Sea Lion Motel offers a scenic, private setting where you can relax. A heated pool with ocean views, Cable TV, and air conditioning are just some of the amenities offered."

"In every season, a warm welcome and refreshingly casual atmosphere await you at Seven South Street Inn Bed & Breakfast. Built in 1766 and located in the South Street Historic District, you will stay in pleasant surroundings near all the excitement of Rockport village."

"The Vista Motel is uniquely located on a high knoll overlooking Good Harbor Beach and the surrounding marshlands. The view from our grounds and balconies is unsurpassed; a panorama of the marshes, beach, ocean, and the Twin Lights of Thatcher Island. Under new ownership, the Vista has been newly renovated for your comfort and enjoyment."

The newly renovated Wingaersheek Inn & Motel is one of the best locations on Boston's North Shore. Here you'll enjoy easy access to Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Salem, Boston and other areas of this beautiful, oceanfront, historic region.

The Wingaersheek has been welcoming guests to Gloucester and Cape Ann for over 40 years. The Inn offers renovated guest rooms, luxury suites and Jacuzzi's, fireplaces, wet bars, refrigerators and other conveniences.