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Vista Motel

22 Thatcher Road, Scenic 127A, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Vista Motel
Ranked #3 of 6 hotels in Gloucester
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Denver, CO
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105 reviews 105 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
102 helpful votes 102 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I really enjoyed this place. It was a little like stepping back into the 70s with the wood-paneled walls and powder blue sink and toilet; but management maintains the property extremely well. We needed more towels and an iron and the front desk staff was quick to assist. I would recommend this hotel to other travelers.

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Syracuse, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Hands down, the Vista offers the best accomodations to be had in Gloucester! The pricing is very reasonable, the rooms are immaculate, and the ocean view is spectacular! The staff is friendly, and knowledgable about the area. We will always choose the Vista to stay at on our trips to Gloucester/Rockport area

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Hartford, Connecticut, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

I've been coming to Gloucester since I was a child and have tried many of the area hotels. The Vista is by far my favorite and is the only place I'll go to! The location is perfect, it overlooks Good Harbor Beach and is an easy walk there, which saves a lot of money on parking. They have a great... More

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Flagstaff, AZ
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Great location. Nice beach nearby. Room had small kitchen and great view. Never had a mattress as hard as this one. The floor would have had the same softness. Otherwise, great. Nice area to sit outside. No elevator to second floor.

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Granby, Connecticut
1 review
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

My family and I have been coming to Gloucester since I was a child. This was my first time bringing my husband here to show him all the wonderful things Cape Ann has to offer. This was also the first time I ever stayed at the Vista. I've driven by it probably several thousand times before. I couldn't be happier... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013 via mobile

First time I was there in the Spring of 2009 and last in November 2012.I am very happy staying in Vista! All seasons are very beautiful on this place... The people working there are very helpful and very friendly. The motel is very clean,for all area is taking great care! Beautiful garden, exotic flowers ....All this is created with lots... More

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Milford NH
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We had driven by the Vista for many years, and always wanted to stay. Finally we did and OH BOY! Wish we had done this sooner!! We had a great time, every thing was so convenient. Such friendly hosts! After a long day in the car, what a surprise when we opened the door to our room with the spacious... More

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Franklin Lakes
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66 reviews 66 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Spent a few days here and found it very pleasant, especially as we were traveling with our dog. Our room had a beautiful ocean view. It's close to a pleasant beach for walking the dog. The "breakfast" is disappointing, but everything else here is very good.

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Northampton, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

Excellent customer service. Spacious, comfortable room w/efficiency. Shower had good pressure, but a little low for anyone tall. Green friendly products and a recycle bin in the room. I was happy that the television was in a cabinet that I could close the doors and not see it, the ocean view was the entertainment of choice. I would stay again... More

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Rome, Italy
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64 reviews 64 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013

Super location, great view! Rooms are spacious, clean and efficient. They probably are not new and if you come in the winter with severe weather conditions the outdated heating system may take a while to warm the room up but these are just minor setbacks when you are traveling off season and the beauty of a clear and neat sky... More

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Additional Information about Vista Motel

Also Known As:
Vista Hotel
Vista Hotel Gloucester
Vista Motel Gloucester
Address: 22 Thatcher Road, Scenic 127A, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Cape Ann > Gloucester
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 6 hotels in Gloucester
Price range (per night): RM399 - 698
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on a high knoll overlooking beautiful Good Harbor Beach, the Vista Motel is your Gloucester, Massachusetts getaway. Open year round and offering Standard, Deluxe and Efficiency rooms all with full cable and HBO, free Internet access, and complimentary breakfast and newspapers, the Vista also has the most friendly staff on Cape Ann! See for yourself and you, too, will become a Vista regular! ... more   less 
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