Madison Inn

Madison Inn

18 Kennebec Ave., Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02557
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4.5
#2 of 5 inns in Oak Bluffs
Location
4.9
Rooms
4.6
Value
4.6
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.5
Women-owned
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Absolutely charming and affordable 15 room inn in the heart of Oak Bluffs. In town location is convenient to everything. Beautifully restored property, lovely linens and furnishings, all private baths, super friendly staff. One block from the beach and ferry. Free Wi-Fi, complimentary snacks and bottled water, flat screen TV. In-room heat and AC.
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Property amenities
Free public parking nearby
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Snack bar
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Umbrella
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Bottled water
Private bathrooms
Cable / satellite TV
Flatscreen TV
Walk-in shower
Bath / shower
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Charming
Languages Spoken
English

Location

18 Kennebec Ave., Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02557
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Shelby R wrote a review Jul 2020
Portland, Maine
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My girlfriend and I stayed here for 2 nights. It was absolutely perfect. The woman at the front desk was insanely accommodating, allowing us to drop our bags off early and stored them for us for several hours after we checked out so we could enjoy the beach. There was bike parking as well as beach towel service. The inn overall is very cosy and VERY clean (which is very important right now haha). We stayed in the queen/twin room with kitchenette and it was beautiful. We will definitely be staying here again.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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bombshell617 wrote a review Aug 2020
Boston
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I along with our 6 month old stayed here for a couple of days at the end of June. It was an 8 minute walk from the dock to the hotel. Check in was a breeze. The owner, Mary, was sweet and very informative. Before arriving I told Mary this was our first trip with baby, and she upgraded us to a bigger room and also had a pack and play available for our 6 month old. There was also a white noise machine in the room so our little one slept peacefully. There was a communal refrigerator, and freezer available to store baby food. There were also beach towels, beach umbrellas, popsicles, and microwave available for guest to use, which was located in a small room next to the check-in counter. At night the main entrance is locked, but guest can access it at any time with their key. There is also patio furniture on the front porch entrance and inner outdoor area for guest to lounge. The area was close to everything! super convenient to "back door donuts" and all that Circuit st has to offer. There was also a bathroom for guest to use b4 check in and/or check-out. It was nice to be able to check out, and leave our stroller at the hotel until we were ready to catch the ferry back later that evening. Our room was spotless and the decor was very nice. I really really enjoyed my stay here. This hotel is great for everyone...from couples to families to singles. We will definitely be back again.
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Date of stay: June 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Meghan H wrote a review Jul 2021
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband, I and another couple stayed here the week of July 4th. I cannot rave enough about this hotel. Especially the amenities! The owner has thought of everything. The rooms are clean and renovated. They offer banana bread and coffee in the morning and ice cream sandwiches as a snack. They allow you to check out beach chairs and towels. Everything you need for the perfect beach vacation! The location is just steps away from the Oaks Bluff Ferry port and within walking distance to everything you need. We would 100% stay here again! Don’t miss out on this hidden gem.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled with friends
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BarryL800 wrote a review May 2021
New York City, New York
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My wife and I made our first trip (and will not be the last) to Martha's Vineyard for Mother's Day weekend.

We joined another couple who chose The Madison Inn. (We had NO knowledge of the town or the Madison Inn prior to our stay)

The cleanliness and the friendliness of the Inn were what we encountered first.
Mary, who owns the place, was a delight in so many ways! She welcomed us royally and showed us to our room which, I believe, was a mini-suite.

This room (#16) was so spacious, well-appointed and modern, that we felt at home immediately.

There was a 24 hour coffee/tea/snack bar right outside our room, so my caffeine and snack habits were well taken care of throughout.

The Madison Inn was beautifully situated in the heart of Oak Bluffs, adjacent to dining, drinking and beaching. (too cold for beaching right now)

We are already talking about a return visit in September. (Get ready for us, Mary!)

This is an establishment that i wholeheartedly recommend!
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Date of stay: May 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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TravelsMyMidleName wrote a review Aug 2020
New York City, New York
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I can confirm the warmth of the staff. The location can’t be beat and is a block off Circuit and hop, skip and a jump from the Steamship Authority Dock.

Our room (#10) was quaint, but lovely, with a view from Nantucket Sound from the bathroom. We had no issues with noise even though we were at the top of the stairs.

Without question we would stay again.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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debaakers wrote a review Jul 2022
Alpharetta, Georgia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The Madison Inn is a short walk from the ferry terminal and right in the middle of shopping and restaurants. Perfect location! Staff is warm and welcoming. This is an historic property but lovingly kept up and decorated. There are beverages and treats available in the lobby and luggage storage and frig use for before and after your stay according to your ferry schedule. Rooms and bathes are sparkling clean and air conditioning is provided with individually controlled splits. Staff had great advice on what to see and do and where to eat. The Madison Inn will be our forever choice in Oak Bluffs!
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Date of stay: July 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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LTreonze wrote a review Aug 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Madison in was close to downtown, easy to book, and had so many amenities. The rooms were so cute and super clean. The people who worked at the front desk were friendly and helpful. The had cold water, food, drinks, and even towels we could return at the end of the day. There was a hose to wash off our feet. Spacious for our family of four and we had a view of the ocean. We got to sit on the porch and eat Back Door Donuts another amazing place to go on the vineyard.
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Date of stay: August 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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msjbye wrote a review Sep 2020
Sandisfield, Massachusetts
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This was my husband's and my first trip trip to Marthas's Vineyard and I chose the Madison because of its online photos,excellent reviews and great location close to the ferry. The Madison over delivers in every way. Zac,who was working the front desk when we checked in,could not have been friendlier or more informative. While there is a comprehensive restaurant list available, we asked Zac to recommend a restaurant for our first night. We took his recommendation and had a delicious dinner at the Lookout Tavern. So great in fact,that we ate there twice! Any request or question we had from extra toiletries to a place to store our luggage was immediately satisfied by Zac. We met the inn's owner, Mary, during checkout. She had been incredibly responsive to several emails before our stay and was warm and friendly.The location was perfect with so much available within walking distance-shopping,restaurants, the charming gingerbread cottages, and beaches.Overall,we could not have been more pleased with our stay at the Madison. It was our first stay at the Madison but most definitely not our last.
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Date of stay: September 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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darlene p wrote a review Sep 2021
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a wonderful 3 night stay at the Madison Inn. Everything was perfect-rooms clean and comfortable, staff friendly and helpful, amenities wonderful. There was complimentary coffee/tea, fresh fruit, snack bars, ice cream, and ice. Free use of beach towels, beach umbrellas, and coolers. Two bottles of water and 2 bags of Cape Cod chips were in our room when we checked in. Location was great-short walk from ferry and located one block from Circuit Street-Oak Bluffs shopping area. Chairs on the front porch and a small patio area with tables and chairs.
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Date of stay: September 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: Room #1 has a small balcony overlooking the street.
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Ashley wrote a review Jul 2021
Orleans, Massachusetts
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I can’t say enough about The Madison Inn! This was our first time staying here and it exceeded expectations. Check in was effortless, the staff was so friendly, and the Inn is so cute. It’s perfectly situated right in town and close by to everything. We booked the room on the second level as we have a 3 year old and 3m old, so we didn’t want to be ground level near busy street. The room was SO clean, had AC, TV, cute bathroom, beautiful view of ocean, snacks and water provided, AND a sound machine. Both my kids sleep with a sound machine and I of course forgot it, but we got lucky and they had one in the room. It’s these small touches that really make a place 5 stars (and help tired parents). The sheets and beds are soooo comfy!! In the main check in area they have snacks/coffee/water that you’re able to help yourself too, you can even drop your belongings off early before check in and they have a special room to store it until your room is ready. Adorable patio chairs/tables are situated outside the Inn in various spots so you can enjoy sitting outside eating some food, or reading a book! All around this place is a 10 out of 10. Well done Madison Inn.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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ms_golightly19 asked a question Mar 2016
New York City, New York229 contributions39 helpful votes
Is it difficult to find street parking?
Answer from Kathy V
Groton, Connecticut8 contributions4 helpful votes
There were a few spaces in front of the hotel but if they were taken then yes you would have to find parking elsewhere and that too was limited. Alot of the street parking you could only be there awhile then move the car. But please don't let the parking disway you from staying at the Madison Inn it was still a great place to stay. Kathy
Lori W wrote a tip Oct 2024
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"if you stay on the first floor you can hear the people above walking around. was not an issue for us as they went to bed before we did."
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kim wrote a tip Aug 2024
Yellow Springs, Ohio2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Bring disinfectant just in case they haven’t replaced the lazy room cleaner."
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JMC3819 wrote a tip Jun 2024
Kingston, Massachusetts6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"If you bring a vehicle, just check the parking in the area. The spots at the Gazebo are 4 hours I believe. The spots at the water are 24 hrs"
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txsd wrote a tip May 2024
Houston, Texas35 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Leave your car in the mainland. This place is perfect for public transportation use!"
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darlene p wrote a tip Sep 2023
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania110 contributions56 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Book early. You are able to cancel your reservations up to a few weeks before your stay. "
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PRICE RANGE
$178 - $270 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
madison hotel oak bluffs
LOCATION
United StatesMassachusettsMartha's VineyardOak Bluffs
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Madison Inn?
Nearby attractions include Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA) (0.2 miles), Flying Horses Carousel (0.04 miles), and Ocean Park (0.10 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Madison Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, baggage storage, and complimentary tea.
Which room amenities are available at Madison Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a walk-in shower.
What food & drink options are available at Madison Inn?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea, free instant coffee, and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Madison Inn?
Yes, free public parking nearby and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Madison Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Back Door Donuts, Biscuits, and The Red Cat Kitchen.
Is Madison Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.9 miles away from the center of Martha's Vineyard.
Are there any historical sites close to Madison Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Trinity Park Tabernacle (0.2 miles).
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