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Vista Motel

22 Thatcher Road, Scenic 127A, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Vista Motel
Ranked #1 of 6 hotels in Gloucester
4.5 of 5 stars 97 Reviews
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  • Continental breakfast(7)
  • Great view(4)
  • Other guest(3)
  • Very nice(3)
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St. Helena, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Our family of five took a 17-day trip along the east coast visiting all the historic sites apropos of early America. We spent a marvelous night at the Vista, enjoying the nearby sites and restaurants. Gloucester is wonderful and the fishing area near Cape Ann memorable. The motel may not be anything fancy but it was clean and provided fine... More

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Amsterdam, New York, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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We have been going to the vista for at least the past 10 years every year..Me and my family love it there and the area is beautiful,great views and great service..And there donuts are the best around....I tell my wife every year that I'm looking forward to those donuts,lol!!!We are getting ready to book again soon.......Try it...u wont be sorry:)The... More

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Providence, Rhode Island
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Efficiency, back building, second level, and a terrific view of the ocean from the balcony! The sliding door has a screen so that fresh air can come into the room. Balconies are partitioned off, and one does't have to look at one's neighbors! This is a wonderful place to "camp out" if you'd like to take a few days to... More

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Albany, NY
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My wife and I just recently returned from a visit to The Vista, late April 2012. We have been going to Gloucester for 35 years and love this town. We used to stay in a little Mom and Pop B&B which unfortunately went out of business several years ago. In it's place, The Vista Motel has become our "go-to" place... More

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vistamotel, Owner at Vista Motel, responded to this review
May 3, 2012

Thank you so much for writing, we truly appreciate your time and kind words. I just wanted to clear up a point that you made in your review about large families and group stays. The Vista is not large enough to accommodate groups without affecting the enjoyment of the rest of our guests. To that end we allow groups to... More

Chicago, Illinois
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

The view is fantastic, and within walking distance to all the stores and shops. Nice place, nice people.

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Lighthouse Point, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed at the Vista for 3 nights in the beginning of April 2012. The place is appropriately named - the motel is set up on a hill overlooking a beautiful bay and beach. Water's a little cold for my taste, I'm from Florida. The rooms were absolutely great and prices were reasonable if not very good. But mainly the... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012
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person found this review helpful

OK....,so it was 80 degrees for two days in March. What is a beach loving couple from the Albany area to do? Answer: Play hookie from work, go to Good Harbor Beach (beautiful) and stay at the Vista Motel that is walking distance to the beach. That is exactly what we did. The Vista was one of a very few... More

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Harwich Port, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed here with a friend for another girls weekend. The room was a little dated, but the view made up for that. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and having a cocktail or morning mimosa. We got a great deal to stay here and we would stay again. Having a small fridge and microwave was helpful as we brought... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

went for my nieces wedding which was Oct. 9th @ Essex Lodge but couldn't stay there because was with handicapped mom. Overlooked bay with tiny public beach that is dog friendly after Sept. 15th. Hiked @ dawn, beautiful sunrise! Went into town for gr8 restaurants and also brought back Lobster in a carry on! Just the right size box. After... More

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New Hampshire
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

Stayed for one overnight in December and found the place exactly the way the reviews were. Front desk very helpful, nice big clean room, excellent views and great location. The rooms seemed wider than a typical hotel room which made it feel so much bigger. Great views of Good Harbor Beach, and in easy walking distance. The only thing that... More

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Address: 22 Thatcher Road, Scenic 127A, Gloucester, MA 01930
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