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Marblehead, MA Map: Harbor Light InnHarbor Light Inn Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
58 Washington St
Location Around Town
Phone 781/631-2186
Fax 781/631-2216
Web site www.harborlightinn.com
Room Information 21 units, 7 with shower only
Prices $145-$335 double; $195-$375 suite. Rates include breakfast buffet, afternoon refreshments, and use of bikes. Corporate rate available midweek. 2-night minimum stay weekends, 3-night minimum holiday and high-season weekends
Credit Cards AE, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV/VCR, wireless Internet access, hair dryer, iron, robes
Parking Free parking

Frommer's Review

A stone's throw from the Old Town House, two Federal-era mansions make up this gracious inn, which is much bigger and more luxurious than its austere facade suggests. From the wood floors to the 1729 beams (in a third-floor room) to the swimming pool, it's both historic and relaxing. Rooms are comfortably furnished in period style, with some lovely antiques; most have canopy or four-poster beds. Eleven hold working fireplaces, and five have double Jacuzzis. VCRs and free video rentals are available. The best rooms, on the top floor at the back of the building, away from the street, have gorgeous harbor views. The undeniably romantic inn, a popular honeymoon and weekend-getaway destination, shifts gears seamlessly to attract weekday business travelers with its wireless Internet access and meeting space.

Facilities:
Bar; heated outdoor pool; access to nearby health club ($5); Jacuzzi; concierge; airport shuttle; in-room massage

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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