This hotel is steps from the historic Thomas Basin boat harbor and the Creek Street shopping area. This tastefully restored historic boutique-inn dates from the mid-1920s. Narrow steps bring guests to a small reception area. Because of limited space at this property, public areas are at a minimum, and the dining area is close at hand.
The New York Cafe specializes in soups, sandwiches and pasta dishes and is open for all meals. Its century-long existence in the community has established an exceptional reputation with locals for innovative and fresh cuisine. A Continental breakfast is included in the room tariff.
A shuttle ushers guests to the ferry terminal and airport. Guests in wheelchairs cannot be accommodated, as there is no elevator to the second story.
Although the front guest rooms enjoy spectacular harbor views, those in the back are quieter during the hubbub of summer. Street-facing rooms can pose noise disturbances during the night. Reached via narrow corridors, low ceilings and cramped spaces, the accommodations feel like spacious hideaways (despite their compact size). All boast
original woodwork, antiques and queen beds with quilts. Modern amenities include TVs, free high-speed Internet and phones with data ports. Several of the gleaming tile baths feature claw-foot tubs. Dual-level suites, the perennial favorites, offer plenty of stretching room and come with sofa beds, kitchenettes, whirlpools and loft-level bedrooms.
Smoking has been abolished here, and pets are not allowed. Although this hotel lacks many of the bells and whistles of the nearby Cape Fox, it benefits from the personalized service of capable family managers. This small downtown property is usually full in the summer, so reservations (and confirmations) are essential. Cruise passengers can overwhelm the downtown area, but on off days, the quaint surroundings make this locale a site for the senses.
