Chatham Bars Inn
Chatham, Massachusetts, United StatesEstablished in 1914, this historic Cape Cod resort spans 25 acres overlooking the Atlantic. Recognized as a Forbes Five-Star resort and named the #1 Resort in New England by Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards, it offers refined coastal elegance. Travelers who appreciate luxury accommodations, historical significance, and access to both land and sea adventures will find this resort particularly appealing.
Rooms and suites
The resort offers a variety of accommodations, from Ocean View Rooms and Suites in the Historic Main Inn to adults-only Spa Suites and 26 private cottages. Guest rooms feature private decks or balconies with views of Chatham Harbor or the Atlantic, fine linens, and bespoke furnishings. Spa Suites, ideal for couples seeking relaxation, include oversized hydrotherapy tubs and fireplaces. For families or those wanting extra space and privacy, the cottages set along the seaside or within gardens offer unique décor and a homelike atmosphere.
Amenities and experiences
Five restaurants, including STARS, Sacred Cod Tavern, Beach House Grill, The Veranda, and Bayview Terrace, feature fresh, local ingredients from the Inn's farm.
Spa with treatments, relaxation areas, sauna, steam showers, nail boutique; adults-only outdoor pool with heated deck and hot tub.
Private quarter-mile beach, oceanfront pool with cabanas and exclusive beach bar; whale watching, sailing trips, pontoon excursions, fishing and lobstering trips, private white shark charters—all departing from the private dock.
Complimentary bicycle rentals, tennis courts with lessons and clinics, 24-hour fitness center with modern equipment, complimentary fitness classes including yoga on the beach.
Seasonal culinary events, wine tasting classes, mixology workshops, paint and sip evenings, kids' programs, live music events.
How to get here
Located on Cape Cod's eastern shore, the resort is about a two-hour drive (90 miles) from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) via Route 3 South, and 30 minutes from Cape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA) in Hyannis. The resort provides complimentary valet parking and offers Lexus vehicles for shuttle service within a five-mile radius or for exploring the area. Chatham's Main Street, with its shops and galleries, is a five-minute walk away.