Harborview Inn
Location: 71 Western Avenue, Gloucester, us
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Inns
About this Property
Harborview Inn - Your Charming Getaway in Gloucester
Uniquely Styled Rooms: Indulge in our rooms, each uniquely styled with en suite bathrooms and adorned in soft colours and floral patterns. Most rooms offer picturesque views of Gloucester harbour.
Relaxation and Comfort: Enjoy cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and a cozy terrace for relaxation. Take in the tranquil surroundings and catch up on the daily news with our complimentary newspapers.
Delightful Breakfast Experience: Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast featuring fresh fruit, baked goods, and pastries. The perfect fuel for exploring the nearby beach and Stage Fort Park.
Experience the charm of Gloucester at Harborview Inn - Book your stay now!
Important Information
Please note, all rooms are accessible via stairs only.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Allergy-free room
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Face masks for guests available
- Free wired internet
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Japanese garden
Rooms Available
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
1 King Bed
450-sq-foot room with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Free bottled water
Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets
Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), and electrical adapters/chargers
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bedroom
- Club level room
- Bedsheets provided
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Printer
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Standard Room, Ocean View
1 King Bed
Overlooking the ocean
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Free bottled water
Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets
Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Printer, iron/ironing board (on request), and electrical adapters/chargers
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Printer
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King Studio
This studio located on the third floor features an private bathroom and has a direct view of the harbor. Please note, this room is located on the 3rd floor. There is no elevator on the property.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Linen
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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King Room with Sea View
This room features harbor views, an private bathroom, and a king bed that can be split into two twin beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Alarm clock
- Linen
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Queen Room
This room features cable TV and an private bathroom.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Budget King Room with Sea View
This room features harbor views, a reading area, an private bathroom, and cable TV. Please note, this room is located on the 3rd floor. There is no elevator on the property.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Linen
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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King Suite
This spacious 2 room suite features a reading room with a fireplace, a refrigerator, and cable TV.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Karen (10/5): - It was beautiful!
- Steven (10/5): -
- David (10/5): My and wife are hoping to visit again. We would definitely stay at Harbor view again. - The host John and his son Sam were friendly and very informative in helping to navigate the area. John's knowledge of the history of Gloucester was very interesting and added something extra when exploring. The decor of the property was great.
- Palermo (10/5): -
- Kaitlyn (9/5): -
- Mike (7/5): -
- Christopher (9/5): Cozy, great location, and hospitable - The host was gracious and welcoming. View and accessibility were excellent
- Rafael (10/5): -
- Norbert (9/5): Nice bed and breakfast; conveniently located; extremely friendly host. -
- Wang (10/5): -
- Annika (10/5): Precis vid havet, ljuvlig utsikt från fönstret - Allt Inget
- Samuel (10/5): -
- Joan (10/5): Gracious hosts and clean comfortable room lovely breakfast everything was great!! - Great location with nice views of the water!
- Grace (9/5): - Location was excellent and breakfast was less than we thought it would be.
- Sophie (10/5): - Beautiful historical building, right on the sea front and exceptionally decorated for the Christmas period! John is welcoming, very knowledgable about the area and a fabulous host.
- Christopher (9/5): A fabulous stay! We’ll tell all our British friends about you! - A lovely location with a fabulous host. Thanks for a great stay John! N/a
- Francoise (9/5): Excellent - The host is friendly. The bedroom was tastefully decorated. We did not stay long enough to notice any issues.
- jeffrey (5/5): Great location, a bit expensive, close to restaurants - Location, decent breakfast Bathroom is straight out of 1950! Remodeling must be done.
- Joseph (10/5): - Only 1 night stay... Quaint, charming and comfortable. Perfect for our 1 night purpose or a weekend getaway to Gloucester.
- Janet (10/5): - The location was perfect. Easy walk to main street and the harbor walk was just across the street. Easy drive to the Hammond Castle. Bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was small, but fine. The continental breakfast was very nice. John the owner was very attentive and kind. Thanks for the lovely stay.
- Linda (9/5): -
- Eric (8/5): - Overall nice location and in walking distance of downtown, restaurants and parks with a beautiful view of the harbor if you have the right room.
- Bonny (10/5): - The room was beautiful and the host were so helpful!!
- Doris (9/5): -
- Mary (10/5): Beauty everywhere - We enjoyed an overnight stay in this lovely Inn, with its beautiful decor, clean and cozy room, and comfortable bed. The continental breakfast gave us the chance to spend time with John, the owner, and the other guests—a friendly and fun experience. Wish we could have stayed longer, to spend time relaxing on the front porch and take another walk along the harbor, just across the street, with its astonishing display of thousands of blooming dahlias.
- Laura (10/5): - This was our first B&B experience in New England and it didn’t disappoint. John was very hospitable and a pleasure to chat with. We loved the front porch and being able to sit out during the evening with a drink to unwind.
- Samantha (10/5): Quintessential New England B&B stay with a lovely host! - This Inn had a fantastic view of the harbor and very cozy accommodations. The rooms had good access to wifi and a dedicated work space. The room had a lovely attached bathroom and freshly baked chocolate banana bread at breakfast. nothing!
- GUY (8/5): -
- Piper (9/5): - The location and the view from the reception/dining room was wonderful.
- philip (10/5): John was a lovely host. - Convenient and close to water
- Jessica (10/5): - The owner was very welcoming and kind! The room was very clean and accommodating
- Bill (8/5): Nice B&B in Gloucester - Close to downtown Gloucester and nice porch with view of the harbor. Good walking trail right across the street.
- Carroll (9/5): I saw the other rooms on the property and would give the harborview inn a rating of 9/ 10 if I had stayed in a diff - The owner John, his hospitality, the location, & the cleanliness. Our room was very small & up more than 30 stairs, which was unexpected. I have arthritis and now have to think about this when I’m booking future stays so I don’t have to pay so many stairs again..
- john (9/5): -
- Ellen Susan (10/5): Was good for 1 night. - Very quaint Climbing up 3 floors
- Christopher (10/5): - Very comfortable B&B in the heart of Gloucester. Room could have blackout shades as it was very bright.
- Leigh Ann (10/5): - Wonderful inn! Amazing host!
- Corbett (10/5): Exceptional -
- Null (10/5): Harborview exceeded our expectations nd we enjoyed our two night stay in every respect! - Harborview was charming and had an interesting history. It was clean and well appointed. The location across from the water was perfect to enjoy the views, to stroll for pleasure, to walk to shopping and restaurants. The continental breakfast was in keeping with the charm of the Inn. The owner John provided us with local history and recommendations for places to visit and to eat.
- Jackie (10/5): Exceptional - Wonderful stay here, the owner is very nice and it was such a cute place. Would recommend to anyone looking to book a trip here
- Tamara (10/5): - Charming room with view of harbor & ocean. Early check-in was greatly appreciated.
- Terri (10/5): Summer Fun - Pretty Inn and the owner was very nice
- Glenn (10/5): - John was a knowledgable and friendly host. The inn is lovely, with an optimal location for both water access as well as restaurants/shops. I highly recommend.
- Dawn (9/5): Superb - Great location on the water. The owner was wonderful.
- Diana (10/5): - The location was wonderful. Beautiful view.
- Hunt (10/5): Exceptional -
- Robert (5/5): Passable -
- Rousseau (10/5): John was a great host! - great! everything was awesome
- John (10/5): - Stayed here before. Returned as this is a great location. John the inn keeper is a special guy.
- David (10/5): - Just a lovely inn, perfect for our visit, thank you for allowing us into your home and thank you for great conversation with a nice cup of coffee. The absolute best view in town!!!
- Caitlin (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kathi (10/5): The atmosphere of the 200 plus year building settles every bit of anxiety that you might have walked in with! You leave - Harborview is an amazing Inn to be able to stay at. It feels like home with your favorite relative cooking you breakfast!
- John (6/5): - Great location, charming character and host, but sub-par plumbing and heating infrastructure
- Juan (9/5): Superb -
- Michael (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing views. Amazing owner. Everything was great
- Heather (10/5): - John was a wonderful host, very communicative. Beautiful location by the ocean walking distance to great restaurants.
- Peter C (10/5): Great stay - This is a very special property. Quaint, right on the water, owned and operated by John Orlando and wife. He is a very interesting host, lifetime resident and interesting to get to know. I highly recommend a stay here. Room was just right.
- Michael (9/5): Superb -
- Rebecca (10/5): - I booked an overnight stay for my mom and I as a Christmas gift for her, as she had never traveled to Gloucester. We planned a trip to hunt for seaglass and wanted to stay close to Pavilion Beach. SO glad we decided to stay here! John is very warm, welcoming, and conversational. He made us feel at home right away, and even carried my mom's overnight bag upstairs to our room. We stayed in the Manchester room, which had a beautiful view of the beach across the street. The bathroom was super tiny but very clean and we slept very well in the comfy bed. They had a little welcome basket with snacks & bottled water in our room waiting for us, and cookies in the common room downstairs. The next morning before checkout we spent an hour or so in the common room, enjoyed a slice of walnut coffee cake, coffee & orange juice; chatted with John about the property and played with Skipper, his adorable dog. Cannot say enough good things about this place & would recommend to all our family & friends!
- Derek (10/5): Exceptional -
- Claire (10/5): Exceptional -
- Christy (10/5): - John welcomed us and was a remarkable host. We stayed in six different accomodations on this trip and this one was by far our favorite. The room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent. Parking is free and convenient. John gave us a great dining recommendation which was within an easy 8-10 minute walk. We would love to stay here again. Thank you for being a great host.
- Victoria (10/5): - Family-owned and so warm and welcoming!
- John (8/5): Nice place -
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great time @ the Harborview Inn - WONDERFUL - We stayed at the Harborview for our granddaughters wedding. The staff (family run business) was great and our view was amazing. I would definitely recommend staying here. We truly enjoyed our brief visit.
- Sheila (5/5): Passable - There were extention cords running everywhere. I worried about a fire. The room was smaller than an nyc hotel. The waterview was a bit exaggerated. Parking was out front but on a very busy street. Did not know till I booked it was a 3rd floor walk up on very steep stairs. Could have stayed in a waterfront hotel for same money.
- Jaime (10/5): - We stayed here from Friday to Monday for a wedding we were in. The Inn keeper Sam and the Inn owner John, were more than welcoming when we got there. This place was so cozy and really made you feel like home.
- Julie (10/5): - We really like the location and view. We were able to walk to restaurants and the walkway across the street was beautiful for miles. I also really like the owners as they were so accommodating and helpful.
- Deirdre (9/5): Superb - Charming inn with friendly owner in a lovely location, convenient to beeches, parks, restaurants and shops.
- Roberta (10/5): Great place, great owner. - Proximity to town and water Nothing
- Paula (9/5): Superb - Located on the promenade, perfect for an early morning stroll. We visited in late October, a great time to go, very quiet but most places in town still open. The hotel is very old and full of character. Very clean and cosy. A good choice for breakfast, especially the fruit scones! Certainly recommend staying here.
- Glenda (10/5): everything was perfect I wanted to stay longer. The decor was so tasteful and well done - I loved this hotel - the decor was gorgeous and very very comfortable. The hosts were really friendly and helpful and Skipper the dog was so well behaved and lovely. MY only regret was that we were only there for one night.. nothing
- Simon (8/5): Beautifully situated traditional B&B - Greeted by Sam who was friendly and helpful. Talked to the owner John in the evening while in the property's beautiful sitting room and got some really interesting background on the property and the town of Gloucester.
- Dillon (10/5): - I loved our stay at Harborview Inn! Right on the water in Gloucester, beautiful views, easy to get to the train, and great rooms and service. John was a delight to talk to and very helpful with suggestions about the area. The only thing that could have made it better for me would be fruit at breakfast, but the pastries served were delicious. I would absolutely stay at Harborview again if I am ever in Gloucester!
- Jennifer (10/5): Exceptional -
- Brianna (10/5): Lovely! - We had a lovely stay here! The building and rooms are very cute and cozy. The decor is beautiful, especially in the dining room. The breakfast is a very good spread of assorted pastries. Scones, muffins, croissants, you name it! The owners and staff are incredibly friendly and nice to talk to! The room was very nice and they offer a welcome basket with snacks and waters. To top it all off we had a beautiful view of the water right from our window. We had such a great time staying here!
- Lorel (8/5): Friendly owner and lovely location - Great location Ocean and walking to everything Space for our own dinner Breakfast a little boring
- Mike (10/5): - We liked how cozy it was ❤️
- Marion (9/5): Overall, good memories of my stay. - The location and the room and the owner’s availability. The breakfast could be improved.
- Anne (3/5): Owners and staff were nice but the bathroom really needs a renovation. - Location Bathroom had tiles about to fall out and mold. Smelled funky. The wall to wall carpet
- PAUL (10/5): - This GEM of a Bed & Breakfast is the Perfect R&R YOU NEED!! It's Like Heaven! I'll Be Back!
- Kathy (9/5): Superb -
- Juliana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Simon (8/5): Very good -
- Verified traveler (6/5): - My wife always wanted to stay at a bed and breakfast. Check ...done. The place was fine but it was nothing wonderful. I dont like staying in someones home. However it was a nice home with all the original old charm, if u like that kinda thing. Felt like i was staying at my Grandpops house. The breakfast was fine and included some scones, cakes, coffee etc Hotel for us going forward.
- Anne (10/5): We had a lovely stay - short only one night but very relaxing. John is an excellent host - Beautiful location lovely views of the harbour. Our room (Essex room) was very cosy, clean and comfortable
- Sarah (10/5): Although I didn't spend much time in the Inn due to wedding festivities, I'm eager to come back and - Our room was bright, inviting, spacious, very clean, as well as cozy. John, and the other gentleman who welcomed us, were wonderful and kind. Skipper the dog mihht have been my favorite part! I would love to come back!! Maybe a little more variety at breakfast- but not a complaint! Still lovely.
- Elizabeth (8/5): - John is a great host and the property is in a fabulous location with excellent views
- Gillian (8/5): Friendly host, quirky old building, perfect for a short break. - Great location overlooking the sea. On-site parking. Close to everything in a Gloucester.
- Kevin (10/5): Exceptional -
- Dacia (10/5): Exceptional -
- Michele (10/5): Exceptional -
- David (10/5): - Great stay: close to beach and town. Hosts very amicable.
- Erin (10/5): - I loved the property, it’s all so beautifully decorated and a lot of outdoor space. Sitting on the porch early in the morning and in the evening was so lovely to look out on the water. Go ahead and grab a coffee in the lovely in the Cape Ann room for breakfast and talk to John, the owner. John is a life-long local with a lot of interesting stories and don’t forget to give his sweet little doggo, Skipper some pets before heading out for the day. The location can’t be beat. I didn’t rent a car but the area is so walkable, just a 15 minute walk to Main street and is 5 mins from Pavilion beach. Breakfast is a nice continental layout with pastries, juice, coffee, and tea as nice snack to get you going.
- Robert (10/5): - Charming Inn with very personable and helpful staff
- Tonia (10/5): - Great location and views!
- Allan (8/5): Very good - Great location on the seaside. Breakfast could be better.
- Steven (9/5): Superb - John was friendly and helpful.
- Robert (9/5): Very cozy room with gracious host and great location. - Great location on Gloucester harbor with water view.
- Nancy (10/5): Exceptional - The location was perfect. The staff/owner couldn't have been more helpful, friendly and accommodating (John, Sam) We would definitely recommend!
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