Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks

Hotels
8.5 (389 reviews)
107 Atlantic Road , Gloucester , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Business center
Heating
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Ocean view
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.33
Multiple reviews mention musty rooms, smells, and stains, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
9.8
The staff was reported as very apologetic and responsive to complaints, indicating strong service quality.
Location
9.84
Many reviews highlight the incredible ocean view and proximity to Gloucester as major positives.
Room Quality
6.79
Reports of outdated decor, musty rooms, and small spaces indicate low room quality.
Amenities
8.82
Some useful amenities noted, though lacking standard suite items; room amenities were decent overall.
Value for Money
8.28
Given the high prices and complaints, value for money is seen as moderate at best.
Food and Beverage
7.83
Breakfast options could be improved as noted in a review.
Overall Experience
9.3
Mixed reviews indicate some very positive aspects alongside significant shortcomings, yet enjoyment persists.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 02:22

Property Description

Stunning Ocean Views and Deluxe Amenities
Experience breathtaking ocean views from every room at Bass Rocks Ocean Inn. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, water, and a reading library, along with a balcony or patio in each room.

Luxurious Room Features
Relax in spacious rooms equipped with a 40” flat-screen TV, work desk, and coffee-making facilities. Unwind and enjoy the comforts of home during your stay.

Resort-like Amenities
Indulge in a deluxe seaside breakfast each morning, along with home baked cookies and refreshments throughout the day. Take advantage of the heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and granite fire pit overlooking the ocean. Free bicycles, a billiards room, and board games are also available for your enjoyment.

Book your stay at Bass Rocks Ocean Inn for a luxurious seaside retreat.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Oct 26, 2026 until Sat, Nov 28, 2026
Hot tub/jacuzzi is closed from 2026-11-28 until 2026-10-26
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOS

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$12 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People 3 years old and over stay for US$12 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 389 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 6.79
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 7.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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39taraj NONE
6
Small for the price
Pros:

The bathroom was not very clean, outdated, and extremely small, such that we all decided to skip showering since we were only there for one night. The pool and hot tub are nice, but I didn't realize we would be charged for the amenities on top of the $700 we already paid for one night. The view is nice but the road is busy. The breakfast is very minimal and we thought there could have been more options. If you are staying in this area and have time, we highly recommend Seven Seas whale watching!

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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niekir2023 NONE
10
Ocean House Stay
Pros:

Such a relaxing stay. The balcony was facing the ocean, the pool, and the entertainment area. The pool and hot tub were clean and towels were always available. There were freshly baked cookies every evening at 4pm. The staff was friendly. The room was clean. The parking was simple and adequate. There was absolutely nothing to complain about. We loved it.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Sabine couple de
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Rachel solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Gorgeous views! Sat on the rooftop to watch the sunset.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Tracey solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

The rooms are clean and the view is amazing! The breakfast was so good!

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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jameshO1725BM NONE
4
Breathtaking Location, Poor Service and Accommodations
Pros:

Upon arrival my wife and I were surprised to discover a motel that had been advertised as a “historic" hotel. We were glad we chose to pay extra for the second level Premium King room. When we entered our assigned room it reeked with mildew. We immediately called the front desk telling the manager that we could not stay there. A short time later, a housekeeping person arrived with a spray bottle. We headed to the front desk where the manager told us that only double queen rooms were available.
Checking out the next morning we asked about a rate adjustment due to the room downgrade. The young lady at the desk said she was not authorized to adjust charges. She called a manager who said she would be right there. Twenty minutes later when we asked if it would be much longer, the girl said the manager had an emergency and would not be able to help us before we checked out.
We left our number, expecting a call back that day. Receiving no followup we called the next day with no manager available. Three days later, while at work, I received a message from Mark, who introduced himself as regional operations manager with the Newport Hotel Group. I called him back a couple times that week and a few times the next with no return calls. I also responded to the feedback survey emailed after our stay, in which I requested a followup call. Nothing weeks later.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Julieanne extended_group us
8
Great time! Beautiful location.
Pros:

Fantastic location and every staff member we interacted with was super nice. The only thing that wasn’t the best was the bathroom. Really small room and the tub backed up badly when using the shower. Also, the fridge in the room was not very cold even though it was turned all the way up.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Sightseer24850103473 NONE
10
Great location and lovely hotel
Pros:

Staff was very friendly and hotel was great. Our six year old loved the games, afternoon cookies, and pool. We loved having a room by the pool so we could go back and forth to our room Easily.

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
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Beatriz couple us
10
Everything was amazing. Great time at the property and it’s a great location. Definitely coming back
Pros:

We went through a colder weather, and we had so much fun on the amenities since we would only visit the beaches around.

Cons:

The bathroom is very small.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Voyager25553881945 NONE
10
Let the ocean soothe your soul
Pros:

The location was awesome. Our view out to the ocean was a glorious thing to wake up to each day. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was a level up from what you would expect. Shout out to the bakery that sent those ham and cheese and feta croissants over. The coffee was nice and bold. Easy to Uber everywhere nearby or jump on a train to Salem or Boston. We also like walking, so 2-3 mile walk to and from Gloucester was nice. There is a nearby sandy beach.

2026-06-17 via Tripadvisor
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Gina couple us
10
Beautiful ocean front hotel.
Pros:

Ocean front hotel with balcony.

Cons:

There are no restaurant options within walking distance. We had to Uber to the town for lunch and dinner. The hotel offers continental breakfast which was really good.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Edward couple us
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Eric couple de
9
Pros:

Tolle Lage in erster Reihe zum Meer (es trennt einen nur eine Straße). Alle Zimmer sind zum Meer hin ausgerichtet und haben einen großzügigen Balkon oder eine Terrasse mit schönen Outdoor-Möbeln. Auch innen sind die Zimmer sehr schön eingerichtet. Die Betten waren herrlich bequem und obwohl wir da sehr empfindlich sind, war es angenehm leise.

Der Pool und der sehr warme Whirlpool sind auch super. Auf dem Gelände gibt es viele schöne sitzmöglichkeiten und Outdoor spiele.

Wir durften deutlich früher einchecken und ein wenig später auschecken, was unser Leben mit Baby sehr viel entspannter gemacht hat für diese Zeit.

Wir hatten eine ganz tolle Zeit dort und wären gerne länger geblieben.

Cons:

Das Frühstück ist recht simpel gehalten und leider war ca eine Stunde vor Ende schon vieles sehr abgegrast und wurde auch gar nicht oder nur nach Aufforderung wieder nachgelegt.

Im Zimmer hingen vereinzelt Dosen von Kabeln lose von der Wand.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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madelr solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The view.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Fischev solo_traveller us
9
NH loved it!!
Pros:

The pool, Jacuzzi, views, chairs on grass, by water and balcony were awesome! Breakfast was excellent, cookie hour sweet and staff amazing!. Room was clean and comfortable but bathroom a bit small and closets hard to get into by door. Overall great! I would stay again. Easy location to all around glocester area.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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D9023XLjohna Family
8
This is a great old hotel with a wonderful location and waterfront view, but lacking many amenities of a modern hotel.
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay at this very nice hotel, which reminded me of trips to Cape Ann when I was a kid 40-50 years ago. This hotel has minimal amenities besides a nice new ocean view pool. No biz center, restaurant, bar, gift shop, exercise room, etc.

2026-06-07 via Tripadvisor
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Kim couple us
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Audrey couple fr
7
Bel hôtel. Néanmoins la proximité avec la piscine ne permet pas la tranquillité attendue dans un lieu pareil où je venai
Pros:

L’emplacement est le point majeur de de qui m’a plus.

Cons:

La salle d’eau bien trop petite et équipement vieillissant

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Cynthia Ann couple us
10
Classic and confortable!
Pros:

We loved everything about this property! It’s beautiful! And there were so many lovely touches to make our stay even more personal and enjoyable. We loved the view from the dining room, the hammocks on the lawn, free bikes to borrow, dvds, books, a billiards table, a fire pit. And the room was clean, comfortable and pretty! The deck furniture was so inviting! We wished we could have stayed longer!

Cons:

The bathroom was a bit small and did not have a fan, but it was clean and got the job done!

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Lakes05 NONE
10
Relax & Enjoy the view at Ocean House- Gloucester
Pros:

Always a great experience staying at the Ocean House- Gloucester. Beautiful location with nice amenities. Staff is always friendly, helpful and professional!

2026-06-03 via Tripadvisor