Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide

Nantucket

A coastal town with a harbor, a large cruise ship docked, and a prominent church steeple.
A harbor with several boats, including a red boat named "Kentucky" and a white boat named "Serenity."
A harbor with several boats docked, American flags flying, and houses with a waterfront view.
A waterfront with houses and a dock.
A table with decorative items including a blue bowl, a tray, and glassware.

Stay near popular Downtown Nantucket attractions

A white neoclassical building with columns and the name "ATHENIUM" on the facade.

Nantucket Atheneum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
Nantucket Atheneum is just one of the places to see in Nantucket, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Top hotels in Downtown Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

4 out of 5
29 Centre St. Nantucket MA
The price is 5.379.309 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
5.379.309 ₫
6.309.098 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Faraway Nantucket
Jared Coffin House

Jared Coffin House

4 out of 5
29 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is 4.970.014 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.970.014 ₫
5.551.505 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Very disappointing and substandard breakfast. Basic continental. Also disappointing was that there was no outside garden or outside seating. No front or backyard at all."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Jared Coffin House
Martin House Inn

Martin House Inn

3.5 out of 5
61 Centre Street Nantucket MA
The price is 4.269.404 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.269.404 ₫
4.768.874 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Martin House Inn
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is 5.431.283 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
5.431.283 ₫
6.066.665 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

21 Broad Hotel
Greydon House

Greydon House

4 out of 5
17 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is 4.460.149 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.460.149 ₫
4.981.968 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
"Great manager John and a perfect location in town. Rooms are small but very nice. I would definitely stray there again."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Greydon House
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street Nantucket MA
The price is 4.911.543 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.911.543 ₫
5.486.116 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Pippa
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Where to stay in Downtown Nantucket

Find the best Downtown Nantucket areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A harbor with several boats, including a red boat named "Kentucky" and a white boat named "Serenity."
Photo by Tony Creech
Open Photo by Tony Creech

Nantucket Town

While visiting Nantucket Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Atheneum and Nantucket Historical Association.

A building with a sign that reads "Whaling Museum" and a flag. There are trees, a bench, and a bicycle.

West of Town

While visiting West of Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Historical Association and Loines Observatory.

A sandy beach with a wooden fence, houses, and a grassy area with yellow flowers.

Madaket

Though Madaket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Madaket Beach and Cisco Beach.

A house with pink flowers climbing up its side.
Photo by Lisa Frackiewicz
Open Photo by Lisa Frackiewicz

Tom Nevers

While there might not be top attractions in Tom Nevers, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tom Nevers Beach and Siasconet Beach.

A white lighthouse with a black top, a wooden walkway leading to it, and a sandy beach with vegetation.

Brant Point

While visiting Brant Point, you might make a stop by sights like Jetties Beach and Brant Point Light.

Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide

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