White Elephant Nantucket
Hotel · Nantucket ·
Harborside inn & cottages, classic New England chic, renovated
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Harborside inn & cottages, classic New England chic, renovated
"A harborside inn-and-cottages resort that masters classic New England chic while keeping up with the times, it celebrated its 100th birthday in 2023 with a top-to-bottom renovation of the 54-key hotel and 11 on-site cottages, added an artist-in-residency program, and refreshed interiors that nod to the island’s basket-weaving and seafaring heritage. Cerulean textiles, brass elephant-head door knockers, wood-and-leather armchairs, and marble accents complement ocean views, and the serene great lawn places you mere steps (or a complimentary three-minute bike ride) from the cobblestones and climbing roses of town." - Jessica Sulima
"Harborside and historic yet thoroughly current, this inn‑and‑cottages favorite masters New England chic with an artist‑in‑residence program and interiors that nod to Nantucket’s basket‑weaving and seafaring past—cerulean textiles, brass elephant‑head knockers, wood‑and‑leather chairs, and marble accents. I gravitate to the serene great lawn and Brant Point Grill for one of the island’s most spacious waterfront dining scenes—lobster‑leaning breakfasts, a balanced cocktail, or a raw‑bar spread—and in fall, a warm cider cocktail on the terrace pairs perfectly with the harbor views just steps (or a quick complimentary bike pedal) from town." - Jessica Chapel
"A luxe waterfront favorite—seven‑time Readers’ Choice Awards honoree and a 2024 Gold List winner—this resort offers a hotel, inn, cottages, and lofts a short walk from downtown. It’s ideal for families and groups who want space and thoughtful design touches with Brant Point views." - Alex Erdekian
"Praised by a Travel + Leisure senior editor who stayed shortly after the hotel's 100th anniversary and 'loved the hotel’s beachy decor and seafood at the Brant Point Grill,' making it a waterfront resort option after biking to lighthouses, visiting whaling-captain homes, and sampling lobster rolls and bay scallops." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the jungle. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"This Nantucket hotel lets guests borrow BMW vehicles for four-hour stints so visitors can explore the island independently without needing to rent a car externally." - Cat Sposato