Snug Harbor Marina and Hotel

We enjoyed the view.

I recently took my mom to pony swim week in Chincoteague – it was the only thing on her bucket list. We stayed at Snug Harbor Marina and Hotel and had the time of our lives. What made it such a great experience was the owner Basia, her husband john, and Maria. They were so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. The room was quaint and very clean, it had all the amenities we needed. The fact that we were 25 feet from the water made it even more special. Captain John gave us the greatest boat tour. His local knowledge far surpassed anything you can read about Chincoteague. His family had been there for generations and knew the true history of the town. We would have loved to sit longer with him and just chat about the island and its history. All three of them were a wealth of knowledge. The location was incredible, with clear views of the lighthouse and the ponies on Assateague. My mom was afraid to get in the kayak but with Basia’s gentle coaching, my mom exceled! We enjoyed every activity but even our downtime was so enjoyable at Snug, we truly didn’t want to leave. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

The location of the cabin on the water with perfect. Cabin itself didn't meet our expectations.. two bedroom cabin was a little bit tough to stay cool. had one window unit air conditioner and a fan that had to be ran all the time.. we had a propane stove noticed the cabin did not have a fire or carbon monoxide detector inside there was a place on the ceiling that there was one once upon a Time. I would think having one installed would be a factor of running a business..

You won't find better people, accommodations, or extra opportunities anywhere other than Snug Harbor! This is a small family-owned business that has been in operation for three generations, offering visitors to Chincoteague the most stunning views of the Assateague channel and lighthouse from every one of their beachside bungalows. The owners are some of the kindest, most welcoming people we have ever met. In addition to the Snug Harbor lodging (which is clean, comfortable, and adorable), Captain John, provides guided boat tours (we personally saw ponies, dolphins, and tons of sea birds on ours), and his wife, Basia, provides tours by kayak - these tours are *highly recommended*!

Honestly, our week here was AMAZING, and there was not one complaint to be had... we can't speak highly enough of our time spent at Snug Harbor, and we will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Chincoteague!

It is always a great time staying at the Snug Harbor Hotel and Marina. This was our 5th stay with John and Basia since 2019. We love everything about the Chincoteague and Assateague islands. John's boat tour is one you shouldn't miss. This was the 5th time we took the tour. You always see or learn something new. This year we brought our 2 daughters, their husbands and our 3 grandchildren. It was a very special time together and for our family to meet John and Basia who by now are part of our extended family was very special. We are looking forward to visiting them again soon. If you are looking for a great place to visit on your next vacation this is the where you should go to create memories and friendships you will treasure for a lifetime.

Snug Harbor is such a gem! We stayed as a couple four years ago and brought our two young boys back for a family vacation over the 4th of July. It’s such a peaceful spot, yet just minutes away from restaurants, activities, and the beach. If you can rent the two bedroom waterfront cottage, it’s hands down the best spot! We really enjoyed renting kayaks and our private boat tour at sunset! Everyone is so friendly and accommodating. We can’t wait to come back again!

Peaceful quiet cottages on the water. Pet friendly. Kayaking and boat tours were both amazing and we saw lots of wild ponies. Family owned property

Great Location. Had everything we needed! You get what you pay for. Great place!

We had a great time during our stay in this marina cabin. The marshland and dock at sunset were a perfect place to find a little peace.

Snug Harbor is the best hotel on Chincoteague island. Location, location, location! The hotel sits overlooking the National Park and most days you can look out across the channel and see the world famous Chincoteague ponies roaming in their native habitat. The waterfront cottages are cozy and very clean and the personal customer service is way above most 5 star hotels. They treat you like family not a customer which is impossible to find nowadays going to chain hotels!

Super nice staff, clean and comfortable rooms. I loved it ! And the porch view- amazing! Highly recommend !

Our boat captain was excellent! He showed us many local points of interest. He went to all the places that he knew we would see ponies and we were not disappointed. We saw a large group right on the shoreline and we were so pleased! He took us to see the dolphins as he knew where they’d be feeding as well. He had a great personality and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Snug Harbor Marina.

What an awesome job our guide did!!! We would definitely do again and recommend. She gave us great history on the island and the surrounding areas. We gat a chance to see the ponies. She took pictures and send it to us. Be prepared for a workout.

Best place on Chincoteague for nature lovers. All cottages are close to the waterfront and close to the National Park! The wildlife is unbelievable. Too many birds to count and the wild ponies roaming along the marshlands. A dream come true for my kids and me too!

I had a lovely bucket list adventure with Basia! Got up and personal with the ponies, birds, and periwinkles. She was knowledgeable, I learned so much, and enjoyed her company. Highlight of my trip! They were accommodating and helpful, and those were two hours I will never forget. Thank you!

Very cute little suites. Loved the tiki area and we were able to hang there with some friends we traveled with. Would def. stay again!

Attention all artists, naturalists, bird watchers and fisherman the Snug Harbor Marina and Hotel has very thing you need. Fish off the pier, watch ponies from your deck and view eagles and dolphin's during your pontoon boat tour with Captain John. This is the 4th time we have stayed at Snug Harbor and we can't wait come back next year!

Looking for "Paradise" close to home? Look no further! Snug Harbor has everything the family needs to enjoy themselves. Kayaking, fishing, crabbing, relaxation, awesome boat tours with Capt. John and much more. My husband and I found Snug Harbor years ago and have made it our second home. The location right on the water is awesome! The cottages are fully furnished and very comfortable. You walk right out your door and you have scenic views of the Lighthouse across the bay along with the wild horses . You don't want to miss out on taking one of Capt. John's tours on the water. When the horses are out, he will get you as close as he can to them so you can take awesome pictures which could also include the bald eagles and many other kinds of birds. It is absolutely beautiful. The beach is only a few minutes away along with all the restaurants and shops. The owners of Snug Harbor, are constantly on the go to make sure you have what you need. We have never met anyone so kind and considerate as these two even as busy as they stay. We are very thankful to have found such a great paradise for a vacation with great owners as well. If we could give this a rating of more than excellent, we sure would. So do your family a favor and hurry and book your vacation. Snug Harbor Marina is awesome!

This a great place for a family get-together! We stayed in a 2-bedroom cabin along with our son and daughter-in-law and their dog. There was plenty of room with a dining area/ living room, and adjoining kitchen, plus a large wooden deck facing the bay. The accommodations were clean and well-maintained. Snug Harbor is away from touristy Maddox Street, but there is a nice restaurant open early and late just a block away. You can rent a kayak, take a guided tour, relax on the deck, or take the short drive to Assateague National Seashore. Bring your binoculars to watch ponies and dolphins from the deck! With a short drive or bicycle trip you will find any number of local restaurants, ice cream parlors, bakeries and donut shops. The offerings from the abundant food trailers in the community are outstanding. And then there is Ricky's Seafood and Produce just a short drive away. This is a great place place to stay and owners John and Basia are great hosts.

The property was very quaint. Owners friendly. Cottage needed an extra tv in the living room.