The Wauwinet
120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, MA, USSee what's available
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About this property
The Wauwinet is an independent 4.5-star resort located in Nantucket, Massachusetts, steps away from the Coatue-Coskata Wildlife Refuge. The property comprises 33 rooms, including one suite, positioned to provide direct access to the island's natural landscape and coastal attractions.
Each of the 32 air-conditioned guest rooms features a flat-screen television, pillowtop bed with premium bedding, and complimentary wired and wireless internet access. Cable programming is available for in-room entertainment. Bathrooms are outfitted with showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests consistently rate room comfort at 4.7 out of 5.
Dining options include TOPPER'S, a seafood restaurant with a bar and lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for an additional fee.
The resort offers a range of recreational amenities centered on its private beach, where guests can swim and relax. An outdoor tennis court and bicycle rentals are available for active pursuits. Additional features include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, a banquet hall, a garden, library, on-site spa services, and laundry facilities. An area shuttle (surcharge) provides transportation to nearby attractions. Hiking and biking trails are accessible on the property and in the surrounding area.
The Wauwinet sits 1.2 miles from Quidnet Beach and 2.2 miles from Squam Head. Nantucket Memorial Airport is 6.4 miles away. The property offers shuttle service to and from Nantucket ferry ports, and taxis are readily available from the airport. The resort earned recognition on the Condé Nast Gold List in 2020, and guest reviews average 4.8 out of 5 stars across 104 reviews.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and extends until midnight; check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free and does not permit pets, though service animals are welcome. The resort features wheelchair-accessible paths of travel, parking, and public facilities, though upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
Location & nearby attractions
Coatue-Coskata Wildlife Refuge - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Quidnet Beach - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Squam Head - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Coatue Beach - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Great Point Light - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Siasconet Beach - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi
Sesachacha Pond - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Sankaty Head Light - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Sankaty Head Lighthouse - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Shimmo Creek - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
Willfield - 11.2 km / 7 mi
Madequecham Pond - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 62.4 km / 38.7 mi
The preferred airport for The Wauwinet is Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
The Wauwinet is located 6.4 miles from Nantucket Memorial Airport. Shuttles to and from Nantucket ferry ports. Taxis readily available from airport.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Tax ID - C0009631970
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
- The property does not allow any pets
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $15 to 40.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Wauwinet?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is The Wauwinet located?
The Wauwinet is located at 120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, MA, US.
What attractions are near The Wauwinet?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Coatue-Coskata Wildlife Refuge - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge - 2 km / 1.2 mi Quidnet Beach - 2 km / 1.2 mi Squam Head - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi Sesachacha Heathlands Wildlife Sanctuary - 4 km / 2.5 mi Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi Coatue Beach - 8.1 km / 5 mi Great Point Light - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi Siasconet Beach - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi Sesachacha Pond - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi Sankaty Head Light - 9.7 km / 6 mi Sankaty Head Lighthouse - 9.7 km / 6 mi Shimmo Creek - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi Willfield - 11.2 km / 7 mi Madequecham Pond - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi The nearest airports are: Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 62.4 km / 38.7 mi The preferred airport for The Wauwinet is Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial).
How do I get to The Wauwinet?
The Wauwinet is located 6.4 miles from Nantucket Memorial Airport. Shuttles to and from Nantucket ferry ports. Taxis readily available from airport. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at The Wauwinet?
Grab a bite to eat at TOPPER'S, a seafood restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does The Wauwinet offer?
The Wauwinet features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Restaurant, Spa, Free Wi-Fi, Laundry, Free Parking.
What are the rooms like at The Wauwinet?
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Is The Wauwinet pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at The Wauwinet.
What fees should I know about at The Wauwinet?
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $15 to 40.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at The Wauwinet?
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property. Contactless check-out is available.