Frommer's EasyGuide to Boston, Cape Cod and the Islands by Laura M. Reckford & Laura Reckford

Author:Laura M. Reckford & Laura Reckford
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: FrommerMedia
Published: 2014-12-31T16:00:00+00:00

THE MID CAPE: HYANNIS, BARNSTABLE & ENVIRONS

15 miles E of Sagamore; 44 miles S of Provincetown

Essentials

VISITOR INFORMATION For information contact the Hyannis Area Chamber of Commerce, 397 Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601 ( 508/775-2201; www.hyannis.com), which is open Mon through Sat 9am to 5pm, Sun 10am to 2pm. The handsome chamber building on Main Street, which used to be the town hall, also contains the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and the Cape Cod Baseball League Hall of Fame. The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, routes 6 and 132 (just off the exit 6 eastbound ramp), Centerville, MA 02632 ( 888/332-2732 or 508/362-3225; www.capecodchamber.org), is open year-round: mid-Apr to mid-Nov daily 9am to 5pm, and mid-Nov to mid-Apr Mon through Sat 10am to 4pm.

Where to Stay

IN HYANNIS, HYANNIS PORT & CENTERVILLE

There are a variety of large, generic, but convenient hotels and motels in Hyannis.

Anchor In, 1 South St. (on Hyannis Inner Harbor), Hyannis ( 508/775-0357; www.anchorin.com), has a great location on the harbor and is a short walk to the center of town. There are numerous decks and a heated pool, all with harbor views. During the high season, the 42 rooms are priced at $289 to $309, including continental breakfast.

Heritage House Hotel, 259 Main St. (in the center of town), Hyannis ( 508/775-7000; www.heritagehousehotel.com), is on Main Street, within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and the ferries to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. There is an indoor and an outdoor pool, a hot tub and saunas, and a restaurant/lounge on-site with entertainment. During the high season, the 143 rooms are $132 on weekdays and $188 on weekends, for double occupancy.

If you prefer more amenities, there’s the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, at 35 Scudder Ave., at the West End Circle just off Main Street ( 866/828-8259; www.capecodresortandconference.com). Summer rates are $220 to $230 double. Out the back door is an 18-hole, par-3 golf course. There are also two restaurants, a fitness center, and indoor-outdoor pools.

A great choice for families is the Cape Codder Resort & Spa, 1225 Iyannough Rd./Rte. 132 (at the intersection of Bearse’s Way), Hyannis ( 888/297-2200 or 508/771-3000; www.capecodderresort.com). It features two restaurants (Grand Cru Wine Bar, and Hearth ’n Kettle for families) and a spa. Kids love the indoor wave pool, with two water slides. Summer rates for the 260 rooms are $179–$239 for a double, $350–$389 for a suite.

Moderate

Long Dell Inn  Built in 1849 as a home for Captain Reuben Jones, who made his wealth in the Gold Rush, this pretty Greek Revival is now one of the few B&Bs in this pretty corner of the mid-Cape—it’s welcomed lodgers for over 80 years. The terrific Centerville location means you’ll be close to the village’s cute general store and a very good ice-cream shop. From the inn it’s just a short walk or drive to Craigville Beach, one of the best in the area.

436 S. Main St., Centerville. 508/775-2750. www.longdellinn.com. 7 units. Summer $150–$210. Rates include full breakfast. Free Wi-Fi.

Simmons Homestead Inn  If you prize uniqueness and informality over routine, this former captain’s house may be your B&B of choice.

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