Is parking available at the property?

Limited parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property is not wheelchair accessible and features upper floors accessible only by stairs. There are step-free entrances available.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Nantucket Town, just a 4-minute walk from Nantucket Atheneum and a 6-minute walk from Quaker Meeting House. It is 0.4 miles from Whaling Museum and 0.5 miles from First Congregational Church.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

The Barnacle Inn

What guests think

Travellers describe The Barnacle Inn as a centrally located B&B with a satisfying breakfast and thoughtful extras like cookies and beach gear, creating a cozy, homey atmosphere steps from downtown Nantucket.

Service earns repeated praise for warm welcomes and practical local tips. Rooms are generally comfortable, though several note smaller sizes, occasional dated furnishings, and some shared-bathroom setups. Cleanliness is consistently strong, supporting an easy, low-fuss stay.

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Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Guests appreciate thoughtful extras like beach towels and chairs and afternoon cookies; a few also mention pleasant outdoor areas and lobby games and maps.

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10

Kim

30 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

A warm personal greeting on arrival with all pertinent info and key in an envelope. Beautiful breakfast every morning, protein fruit, coffee and warm pastries served on a tray to eat inside or outside. Convenient to activities.

10

Susie

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location, attentive staff, lovely outdoor spaces.

8

Debi

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The management is superb, so eager to be helpful! The Inn was super clean and provided beach towels, chairs, in addition to a lovely breakfast, iced water, coffee and tea all day, plus evening cookies There are games and maps in the lobby Extremely good location, close to all downtown as well as the bus terminal

10

Lisa

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Sandra

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful stay. Lots of extras including beach towels, chairs, fresh baked cookies, etc. great location. Great hosts! Lived our stay

10

Thelma

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

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.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently note very clean rooms and common areas. A few mention wear in furnishings.

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10

Lara

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a wonderful stay for two nights at this B & B! The owners were so kind and the location was perfect. The only room left for the time we were there had us sharing a bathroom - however we never had any issues with the bathroom being busy/dirty. Our room was next to the bathroom - and we never even heard noise from it. Would stay here again 1000%!

4

Carol

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed and carpet needs to be replaced. Hosts were very nice.

10

Anne

21 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean, comfortable, relaxed and everyone was very friendly. All the guests said hello in passing and it felt very comfortable and safe for a solo woman traveling for business. I stayed extra days too!

10

Carol

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean. It was closer to town than I expected.Susie was pleasant and informative. I would stay again!

8

Debi

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The management is superb, so eager to be helpful! The Inn was super clean and provided beach towels, chairs, in addition to a lovely breakfast, iced water, coffee and tea all day, plus evening cookies There are games and maps in the lobby Extremely good location, close to all downtown as well as the bus terminal

8

Mary Jo

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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!

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and cozy, with some noted as quiet; however, several guests mention smaller sizes, some dated furnishings, and occasional shared-bathroom arrangements.

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John

19 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Just awesome! Great service and great accommodations.

10

Wayne

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our hosts were fantastic. Always eager to help us. Loved the location within 400 yards off all the restaurants and museums and the dock. Would definitely stay at the Barnacle again! Our room was called Harmony a king room overlooking the garden. Bed was super comfortable and the chairs were as well.

10

Tim

17 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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!

10

Lara

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a wonderful stay for two nights at this B & B! The owners were so kind and the location was perfect. The only room left for the time we were there had us sharing a bathroom - however we never had any issues with the bathroom being busy/dirty. Our room was next to the bathroom - and we never even heard noise from it. Would stay here again 1000%!

4

Carol

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed and carpet needs to be replaced. Hosts were very nice.

10

Anne

21 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean, comfortable, relaxed and everyone was very friendly. All the guests said hello in passing and it felt very comfortable and safe for a solo woman traveling for business. I stayed extra days too!

10

Lauren

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a lovely stay at The Barnacle Inn. Room was comfortable and had all amenities. Breakfast in the morning in the front of the property was beautiful and relaxing. Perfect location as you can be right in two within minutes. Will absolutely return our next trip to the island!

8

Mary Jo

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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!

10

Lisa

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

8

robert

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Sharing the bathroom during the nite

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Service

Service is widely praised as warm, attentive, and helpful, with smooth communication from booking through checkout and useful local recommendations.

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Kim

30 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

A warm personal greeting on arrival with all pertinent info and key in an envelope. Beautiful breakfast every morning, protein fruit, coffee and warm pastries served on a tray to eat inside or outside. Convenient to activities.

10

Douglas

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendliness, helpfulness of the entire staff

10

Wayne

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our hosts were fantastic. Always eager to help us. Loved the location within 400 yards off all the restaurants and museums and the dock. Would definitely stay at the Barnacle again! Our room was called Harmony a king room overlooking the garden. Bed was super comfortable and the chairs were as well.

10

Susie

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location, attentive staff, lovely outdoor spaces.

10

Anthony

11 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great service from reservation to check out. Fantastic hosts and so welcoming. The Inn felt like a home away from home.

10

Devin

30 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

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!

10

Carol

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean. It was closer to town than I expected.Susie was pleasant and informative. I would stay again!

10

Steven

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great service. Very timely and courteous staff You cannot beat the location.

8

Debi

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The management is superb, so eager to be helpful! The Inn was super clean and provided beach towels, chairs, in addition to a lovely breakfast, iced water, coffee and tea all day, plus evening cookies There are games and maps in the lobby Extremely good location, close to all downtown as well as the bus terminal

10

Shawn

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Location

Central in town and an easy walk to Main Street, restaurants, shops, the docks, and buses.

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Wayne

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our hosts were fantastic. Always eager to help us. Loved the location within 400 yards off all the restaurants and museums and the dock. Would definitely stay at the Barnacle again! Our room was called Harmony a king room overlooking the garden. Bed was super comfortable and the chairs were as well.

10

Tim

17 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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!

10

Kate

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We LOVED our stay! Amazing location, great food, and helpful stay. The Inn has great ambiance and charm, and we loved being able to walk everywhere. We will be back, this is a hidden gem!

10

Susie

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location, attentive staff, lovely outdoor spaces.

10

Lara

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a wonderful stay for two nights at this B & B! The owners were so kind and the location was perfect. The only room left for the time we were there had us sharing a bathroom - however we never had any issues with the bathroom being busy/dirty. Our room was next to the bathroom - and we never even heard noise from it. Would stay here again 1000%!

10

Steven

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great service. Very timely and courteous staff You cannot beat the location.

8

Debi

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The management is superb, so eager to be helpful! The Inn was super clean and provided beach towels, chairs, in addition to a lovely breakfast, iced water, coffee and tea all day, plus evening cookies There are games and maps in the lobby Extremely good location, close to all downtown as well as the bus terminal

8

Mary Jo

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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!

10

Sandra

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful stay. Lots of extras including beach towels, chairs, fresh baked cookies, etc. great location. Great hosts! Lived our stay

10

Thelma

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

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.

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Dining

Breakfast earns strong reviews for quality and homemade pastries; afternoon cookies are a welcome extra.

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Kim

30 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

A warm personal greeting on arrival with all pertinent info and key in an envelope. Beautiful breakfast every morning, protein fruit, coffee and warm pastries served on a tray to eat inside or outside. Convenient to activities.

10

Tim

17 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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!

10

Kate

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We LOVED our stay! Amazing location, great food, and helpful stay. The Inn has great ambiance and charm, and we loved being able to walk everywhere. We will be back, this is a hidden gem!

10

Aldo

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved our stay. The breakfast was good and their recommendations were the best.

10

Devin

30 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

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!

8

Debi

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The management is superb, so eager to be helpful! The Inn was super clean and provided beach towels, chairs, in addition to a lovely breakfast, iced water, coffee and tea all day, plus evening cookies There are games and maps in the lobby Extremely good location, close to all downtown as well as the bus terminal

10

Lauren

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a lovely stay at The Barnacle Inn. Room was comfortable and had all amenities. Breakfast in the morning in the front of the property was beautiful and relaxing. Perfect location as you can be right in two within minutes. Will absolutely return our next trip to the island!

10

Phyllis

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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

10

Thelma

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

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.

10

Patricia

3 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Barnacle Inn was so quaint. The breakfast was amazing! The staff was super friendly! It is a short walk to downtown shopping and stores. I definitely recommend.

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The Barnacle Inn

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Shared Bathroom)

Room, Single Twin (Shared Bathroom)

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen with Queen

2 Bedroom Suite, King with Single Twithin

Room, 1 King Bed (Private Bath)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bathroom)

Room, Queen with Single Twithin (Private Bath)

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twin

Room, Single Twin (Private Bathroom)

2 Bedroom Suite, Single Twithin with Single Twithin

2 Bedroom Suite, Queen and Single Twithin with Queen

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