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Harbor Light Inn

3.5 star property
This historic Marblehead inn offers a perfect base for relaxation with its outdoor pool and spa services just steps from local heritage sites

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Harbor Light Inn is a short walk from Marblehead Museum & Historical Society. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, and spa treatments. The property offers WiFi throughout, and visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Queen Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Fireplace Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Fireplace Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Fireplace / Spa Tub Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Fireplace / Spa Tub Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room (3rd Floor/No Elevator Access) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room (3rd Floor/No Elevator Access)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Marblehead Historic District, a neighbourhood in Marblehead, Harbor Light Inn is in a shopping district and by the ocean. Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and Salem Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fort Sewall and House of the Seven Gables. Peabody Essex Museum and Salem Witch Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Marblehead travel guide
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58 Washington St, Marblehead, MA, 01945

What's nearby

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    Fort Sewall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mud Puddle Toys
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gas House Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marblehead Museum & Historical Society
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • King Hooper Mansion
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Swampscott Station
    8 min drive
  • Salem Station
    9 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Marblehead Village Market
    15 min walk
  • Gerry 5 V.F.A.
    2 min drive
  • The Little Store
    6 min walk
  • The Landing Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Casa Corona
    3 min drive

About this property

Harbor Light Inn

Inn near Marblehead Museum & Historical Society
Located close to Fort Sewall and House of the Seven Gables, Harbor Light Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Harbor Light Inn include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Harbor Light Inn Tavern

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1820
  • Colonial architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 - C0005311680
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Harbor Light Inn
Harbor Light Inn Marblehead
Harbor Light Marblehead
Light Inn
Harbor Light Hotel Marblehead
Harbor Light Inn Inn
Harbor Light Inn Marblehead
Harbor Light Inn Inn Marblehead

Frequently asked questions

Does Harbor Light Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Harbor Light Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Harbor Light Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbor Light Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Harbor Light Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harbor Light Inn located?

Located in Marblehead Historic District, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Marblehead Museum & Historical Society and Fort Sewall. Salem Museum and Peabody Essex Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Harbor Light Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 317 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TOM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean room, quaint hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Harbor Light Inn is a beautiful historic inn. The staff are very nice and accommodating. They have several sitting areas, a quaint tavern and a dining room with pretty views and a fireplace in just about every area. We loved everything about our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn was beautiful with gorgeous rooms!! The staff was so helpful and always interacting with guests. Was sad to leave after the most relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierrah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay! Very welcoming, very clean, very accommodating and so much more! We had a very late check in and accommodations were made, the food was so good with lots of options. The rooms were clean and large with loads of charm! We came on our honeymoon and would 100% come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charm of property. Cleanliness and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had old charm with modern conveniences. The breakfast was well laid out and the bkft staff was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lovely stay..fabulous location, love the evening tavern for a drink..wonderful historic inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool was closed for the season but the pool atea was relaxing and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff! They were happy to provide information of what is around the inn as well as information of the town. If I decide to visit the area again I would definitely choose to stay in the inn again. Clean room and well up kept and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very glad we found this unique B&B. Quiet, comfortable and romantic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super quaint, peaceful, idyllic, historic Inn! Awesome location right in the middle of the Marblehead Historic District. We walked less than 5 min to dinner at The Landing and then to drinks at Maddie’s Sail Loft. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Inn!! Wonderful staff, breakfast and easy walking to area shops and restaurants. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful inn with lovely staff, amenities, and great town to spend a weekend in for a couple. The breakfast and midday pastry were delicious. Comfy beds, cozy fireplace, and very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place, helpful staff, great location and we felt really looked after, outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fabulous stay for a long romantic weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice inn in a great location. Lovely accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay and then visit Salem. The facilities and staff were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great location. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Amazing service, super clean, luxury, comfortable, and beautiful!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location perfect. Lovely inn and the breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

engle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay at the harbor light! Family owned and operated, and it shows and every detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrée-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!!!

Beautiful place, good breakfast, good service, wonderful area, a little bit pricy but worth it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't recommend this lovely place highly enough! Everything was delightful, and the location is excellent. The hosts were very helpful and accommodating. I had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Walkable to all areas of town. Beautiful building. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Inn within walking distance of many things

We loved it here. It is a very nice inn that was quiet, has a great breakfast, great sheets and friendly staff. And parking. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024