Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A complimentary continental breakfast is included.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 9:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Gloucester (East Gloucester), within a 5-minute drive of Good Harbor Beach and Schooner Adventure. It is approximately 6.6 miles from Wingaersheek Beach and 1.5 miles from Massachusetts Bay.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.

Are children allowed at the property?

Yes, children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

The Vista Motel in Gloucester, USA

Average nightly price at The Vista by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
April	US$162
May	US$183
June	US$256
July	US$313
August	US$288
September	US$249
October	US$218
November	US$220

What guests think

At The Vista, travelers consistently praise the sweeping ocean and harbor views and the friendly, accommodating staff, with many also highlighting clean, well-kept grounds and an easy location for reaching Good Harbor Beach and Gloucester sights.

Rooms are comfortable but dated, and some guests note compact bathrooms or quirks like firm beds or streaming-only TVs. Breakfast is included, with feedback ranging from basic or limited to excellent. The outdoor pool and overall maintenance receive regular praise. Expect a classic, well-run stay with genuinely kind service.

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Facilities

Grounds are well maintained and the outdoor pool receives frequent praise.

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10

Laura

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Always a great trip. Very nice people, great breakfast, perfect pool, beautiful view, and walk to the beach. What more could you ask for?

8

Mary Jean

4 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is lovely and well-maintained, quiet and peaceful. It’s a bit out of the way, not walkable to town or shops. Lovely views from balconies. Room was dated but clean with good amenities. The bed could be comfier - thin blanket and bedspread. The breakfast was a bit limited but good, including delicious quick breads made by the owner. The front staff are wonderful.

10

bonita

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful balcony view! Lots of amenities and a very friendly staff!

8

Barbara

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view of the water and beach. Parking right in front of your door. Nice pool and sitting area. very Clean Convenient to downtown area but a drive about 10 minutes. Friendly staff and owner. Well maintained gorunds Dog friendly whit dog park altho I didn't bring one.

10

Barbara

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice size room, very clean, nice view. Little touches like beach towels, glass coffee cups and umbrellas. Accessible to everything and the private beach is a short walk away. The owners are so friendly and helpful.

10

Fay

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice view. Room was very nice. No elevator, but we managed fine. TV was hard to find channels. Tell patrons to bring their passwords to stream. A new thing for future. Overall it was wonderful

10

Pamela

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view of and walkable to Good Harbor beach which was a great benefit as with the new beach parking protocols you have to sign up 10 days in advance to go on the weekend! Another Huge plus was even though we had to check out at 11 we could stay on the property to use the pool all day and stay parked there to walk to the beach!

10

Mark

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was amazing! The room had a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove and plates and utensils and everything! That was extremely convenient and we really appreciated that! The staff were also friendly and helpful and got us taken care of. Shoutout to Tia for getting us set up with our room!

10

Corrina

11 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great stay. Very clean. Well kept. Staff friendly and welcoming . Flat 10 min walk to good harbor beach . 15 min to the creek side walking. We will stay here again. Bed was surprisingly comfortable for motel. Pool and view was also very nice.

10

Laura

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the view, the heated pool and the included breakfast! The staff was also very friendly!

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Cleanliness

Rooms and shared areas are repeatedly described as very clean, though some guests reported musty or damp rooms.

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10

Craig

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice clean property, comfortable bed

10

Marilyn

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was very clean and had an exceptional view of the ocean. The property was well manicured and it was very pleasant just to sit out as well as eat and look at the ocean. It included a good breakfast and the staff was very friendly.

10

Stephen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and extremely nice staff

10

Kimberly

28 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The whole facility was super clean and staff very friendly.

6

Jane

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

At check-in, Sandy, was extremely accommodating. Excellent customer service. Unfortunately, the room was very dated and had a musty smell. The linens, bedspread and towels were very old. The view from the room was very nice. I would not stay there again until the rooms are updated.

10

Lori

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly, very clean and easy access! The breakfast was awesome

10

Robert

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, friendly, and a great view.

10

Wendy

11 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and well taken care of.

10

Don

28 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The view from the room as well as the cleanliness of the room and friendliness of the staff were all top notch.

10

John

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, convenient, great view, comfortable, with a friendly staff.

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Rooms

Rooms offer balconies or patios with strong views, but the decor is older; some guests mention compact bathrooms and occasional issues such as firm mattresses or streaming-focused TVs.

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Mary

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Robin at check in was delightful. The vista is an older property and thus the room is quite dated. That said, it was clean, and was as described. You actually get a coffee pot in your room, which was nice. Staff super friendly. Pretty view of the water. As long as you don’t mind a retro room it’s a win.

10

bonita

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful balcony view! Lots of amenities and a very friendly staff!

8

Esteban

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The view..

8

Margaret

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great view overlooking Good Harbor Beach. Did not like Roku TV.

10

Fay

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice view. Room was very nice. No elevator, but we managed fine. TV was hard to find channels. Tell patrons to bring their passwords to stream. A new thing for future. Overall it was wonderful

6

Mark

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view was the highlight of our accommodations. The room, bath and beds were all only average.

6

Thomas

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'm have been a flight attendant for 46 years and needless to say I have stayed in thousands of hotel. I will give an honest review of the property. At check in the receptionist was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and professional. Upon entering the room I was a little disappointed at the size of the room, especially the bathroom. In my opinion it could have been much better designed as far as the layout. The view from my room #2 was partially obscured by two large trees on the property below the hotel. The shower in the bathroom was so small that I would imagine a person of size would have a difficult time. The breakfast was very minimal. I actually didn't return for the breakfast the second morning because it only consisted of Costco croissants and activa yogurt and fruit. (Banana or apple was offered). The overall property is exceptionally maintained. There are 2 major grocery stores very close by which was great. For me once was enough at this hotel. If I ever return to Gloucester I will look elsewhere.

10

Mark

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was amazing! The room had a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove and plates and utensils and everything! That was extremely convenient and we really appreciated that! The staff were also friendly and helpful and got us taken care of. Shoutout to Tia for getting us set up with our room!

10

Aaron

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly, and even let us borrow an umbrella for a rainy day. The room is an old school room, but very nicely done. Bed was firm, and by morning I was moving around a lot. Breakfast was nice, but limited. Views are great! I would definitely stay here again!

10

Shoshana

22 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in May for two nights, before the high season. The motel room was very quiet and had a clear view out to the ocean. We enjoyed eating on the room's small patio and also having breakfast on a large covered patio. Staff were helpful and friendly. I only wish the bed were firmer. Weekday rates are lower than the weekend rate.

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Service

Service is consistently friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and thoughtful assistance.

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10

David

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place! Friendly staff and beautiful view. I would highly recommend the Vista.

10

Sandy

2 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff friendly, helpful, and went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable!

10

Sally

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Made us feel so comfortable. Lovely view from breakfast area. Ana the breakfast server greeted us each day with a inspirational upbeat post.

10

Kathleen

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Accommodating staff, great views, lovely room!

8

MARIA

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were very clean and the staff is very responsive, friendly and accomodating. Convenient location!

10

Peter

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Incredible staff and views! Perfect place for us. Very friendly and accommodating!

10

Amy

23 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Tia at the front desk was friendly and accommodating to our flight schedule. Ana was also very friendly and nice to talk with during breakfast.

10

Barbara

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

staff very helpful, friendly, professional, and very informative. Will definitely stay at the Vista again and recommend to others. Tia was the best!

10

Steven

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great clean hotel close to everything Gloucester has to offer. Staff was super friendly!

10

Gail

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at the Vista for 2 night and loved it. It was quaint, clean, and the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. It had a little patio out back with views of the beach. Some of the other rooms had balconies. The had free, very basic, breakfast outside under a tent every morning. Coffee, juice, fruit, hard boiled eggs, yogurt, croissants,. It was great for us but not if you want a hearty breakfast. Downtown was about a 30-40 minute walk but they also had a taxi for $10 you could take. We forgot to bring sunscreen and the woman at the hotel ran over to her cabinet and gave us a full bottle. On our way home, I received a call from the hotel saying I left my pocketbook there. Since we were 30 minutes away, the woman at the hotel offered to mail it to me. Since I needed everything in it right away, we went back to get it. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back!

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Location

Convenient for Good Harbor Beach and a short drive to downtown Gloucester; some guests say it's not very walkable to town.

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Michelle

14 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location - wonderful place. Close to beaches and harbor and various sites.

8

Mary Jean

4 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is lovely and well-maintained, quiet and peaceful. It’s a bit out of the way, not walkable to town or shops. Lovely views from balconies. Room was dated but clean with good amenities. The bed could be comfier - thin blanket and bedspread. The breakfast was a bit limited but good, including delicious quick breads made by the owner. The front staff are wonderful.

8

Jessica

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was nice being so close to the beach. We were able to walk

10

Gregory

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place. Close to everything.

10

Charles

24 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Staff was very pleasant. Nice to have breakfast option

10

Peggy S

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful retro type motel. Had a great view of the ocean and beaches. Quick 12 minute walk to the beach was most enjoyable. Staff with friendly and courteous.

10

David

15 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Beautiful view and friendly staff

10

Michael

23 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to everything

10

Lisa

30 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Vista has a beautiful view of the water. It is in walking distance to the beach. Less than a mile from downtown and the harbor.

10

Julia

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Vista is walking distance from Good Harbor beach, you can watch gorgeous sunrise and sunset from the balcony. Hotel is clean, quiet, has simple but good breakfast. Short drive to Gloucester downtown with attractions and restaurants. Overall we had very pleasant stay.

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Dining

Included breakfast is mentioned often, with opinions ranging from basic or limited to excellent.

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10

Laura

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Always a great trip. Very nice people, great breakfast, perfect pool, beautiful view, and walk to the beach. What more could you ask for?

8

Jayne

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view of the harbour made this motel worthwhile! The breakfast was nice but sparse and for the price we paid, I was expecting more. Nonetheless, I would stay here again because the location was great, the staff was friendly and it was clean and reasonably comfortable.

10

William

12 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was in immaculate condition. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Breakfast was delicious.

6

Thomas

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'm have been a flight attendant for 46 years and needless to say I have stayed in thousands of hotel. I will give an honest review of the property. At check in the receptionist was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and professional. Upon entering the room I was a little disappointed at the size of the room, especially the bathroom. In my opinion it could have been much better designed as far as the layout. The view from my room #2 was partially obscured by two large trees on the property below the hotel. The shower in the bathroom was so small that I would imagine a person of size would have a difficult time. The breakfast was very minimal. I actually didn't return for the breakfast the second morning because it only consisted of Costco croissants and activa yogurt and fruit. (Banana or apple was offered). The overall property is exceptionally maintained. There are 2 major grocery stores very close by which was great. For me once was enough at this hotel. If I ever return to Gloucester I will look elsewhere.

10

Lori

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly, very clean and easy access! The breakfast was awesome

10

david

5 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Decided to base here instead of Boston hotel as we had a car and made a cheaper option. Only thing it took over 1 hour to do the 30 miles to Boston. Breakfast was limited but I'm not sure if this is due to time of year. Nice area to base for traveling

10

Laura

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the view, the heated pool and the included breakfast! The staff was also very friendly!

10

Aaron

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly, and even let us borrow an umbrella for a rainy day. The room is an old school room, but very nicely done. Bed was firm, and by morning I was moving around a lot. Breakfast was nice, but limited. Views are great! I would definitely stay here again!

10

Gail

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at the Vista for 2 night and loved it. It was quaint, clean, and the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. It had a little patio out back with views of the beach. Some of the other rooms had balconies. The had free, very basic, breakfast outside under a tent every morning. Coffee, juice, fruit, hard boiled eggs, yogurt, croissants,. It was great for us but not if you want a hearty breakfast. Downtown was about a 30-40 minute walk but they also had a taxi for $10 you could take. We forgot to bring sunscreen and the woman at the hotel ran over to her cabinet and gave us a full bottle. On our way home, I received a call from the hotel saying I left my pocketbook there. Since we were 30 minutes away, the woman at the hotel offered to mail it to me. Since I needed everything in it right away, we went back to get it. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back!

10

Joe David

11 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful staff; good options for breakfast.

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