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Carlisle House Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from First Congregational Church

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Terrace/patio
King - Cisco
Point of interest
Reception
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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26 North Water Street, Nantucket, MA, 02554
  • Place, Whaling Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Children's Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantucket Atheneum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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King - Brant Point

King - Brant Point

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Sankaty

King - Sankaty

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Surfside

King - Surfside

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Cisco

King - Cisco

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Tuckernuck

King - Tuckernuck

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Tom Nevers

King - Tom Nevers

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King - Miacomet

King - Miacomet

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite - Nantucket

King Suite - Nantucket

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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King Suite - Sconset

King Suite - Sconset

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite - Madaket

King Suite - Madaket

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Bathrobes
Detached private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen - Dionis (Shared Bathroom)

Queen - Dionis (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single - Shimmo (Shared Bathroom)

Single - Shimmo (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single - Polpis (Shared Bathroom)

Single - Polpis (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Nantucket

Carlisle House Inn places you steps from First Congregational Church and within a short 5-minute stroll of Whaling Museum. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden, a picnic area and babysitting services. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a short walk of this 3.5-property class Nantucket Town B&B include Quaker Meeting House and Children's Beach.
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What's nearby

  • First Congregational Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whaling Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Children's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nantucket Atheneum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nantucket Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brotherhood of Thieves - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Island Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Nantucket Tap Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stubbys - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carlisle House Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from First Congregational Church
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Carlisle House Inn.

This 3.5-star Nantucket bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Carlisle House Inn offers 13 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and bathrobes. This Nantucket bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10 AM

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in is from 4 PM–7 PM. Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival to receive late check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Carlisle House Inn Nantucket
Carlisle House Inn
Carlisle House Nantucket
Carlisle House
The Carlisle House Hotel Nantucket
The Carlisle House Inn
Carlisle House Inn Nantucket
Carlisle House Inn Bed & breakfast
Carlisle House Inn Bed & breakfast Nantucket

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Carlisle House Inn?

Yep, Carlisle House Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Children's Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and body boarding.

Does Carlisle House Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carlisle House Inn?

No, Carlisle House Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carlisle House Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carlisle House Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Carlisle House Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hunter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was not helpful at all and had a very bad attitude. She should not be working there if she doesn’t like it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience at The Carlisle Inn was extraordinary. The hospitality and the rooms were amazing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff/owner. Terrific location and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like the steep stairs and carrying my luggage up and down the stairs. Other than that everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Close to town. Authentic Nantucket experience right by the White Elephant Hotel, Children’s Beach, and Town. Walk to Lola 41, the juice bar, Something Natural, and all the town shopping. Short bike ride to Jetties Beach. Firepit and Smores at night great touch!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
host was a ghost to much light in closet lol no light breakfast a joke HVAC not acceptable one thermostat in hall
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute place but having shared bathroom with people on the floor for over $500 per night is money I wish I hadn’t spent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

WARNING for anyone looking to stay here. Get travelers insurance. I NEVER leave reviews but felt the need to make sure anyone who considered staying here aware. We booked this place for our 10th anniversary trip. We flew into Boston from Memphis, took the bus down to Hyannis to catch the ferry across only to find out that the rest of the ferries for the day were cancelled due to weather. I called the hotel to let them know that we wouldn’t be able to make it and would need to cancel at least the first night. I was told that we would be responsible for the stay. I had to clarify this with the hotel. So, you’re telling me on a 3 night stay, if the 6:30AM ferry runs on the day of my arrival and every ferry until the end of my trip is cancelled, i am on the hook for the entire stay? I was continually told yes, that is the policy, and the policy is applied evenly and fairly. Just because a policy applies evenly doesn’t make it fair. We did everything feasibly possible to make it and were not able to make it to the island due to conditions completely out of our control. As if the disappointment of having to cancel our Nantucket trip wasn’t enough, i had to eat the entire cost of the stay, which was not cheap to begin with. They continually fall back on “you should have gotten travelers insurance.” I’m here to tell you that you should do that if you plan to stay here. It feels like extortion but please know these people will not be decent human beings if it comes down to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacques, sandia park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Franciscus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best night sleep I had all week! As pilots my husband and I are on the road a lot. The Carlisle Inn on Nantucket was a very pleasant place to stay, super quiet, clean and comfy. Staff were very pleasant during check in and out. We hope to get the opportunity to stay here in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

todd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was our 1 year anniversary and our first trip to Nantucket together. The Inn was an easy 5 minute walk from the ferry and with bike rental we were set for the weekend! Out King room on the 2nd floor was lovely and spacious and had a charming street view. PROS: large room with sitting area; tastefully decorated common areas and the garden was recently redone; WONDERFUL continental breakfast on day one with the best berries and lox! (No lox or tomato for bagels on the second day tho); secure area to park bikes. CONS: odd bathroom configuration with step up into the doorway- cut my head open lol; window AC has BRIGHT LIGHT on control- it felt like I was looking at headlights of oncoming cars all night; Slightly unnerving that the front door of the end was left open all night; The end Keepers seem to be having an altercation with someone that lived in the property that had not registered other guest, that was happening right in the reception room by the front door and made me a little uncomfortable; I think lots of people drink iced coffee for breakfast, so it would have been nice if glassware was provided. Sadly, even tho i discussed my anniversary with the owner when I called to discuss my room and late check-in, no one made an effort to wish us a happy anniversary, no card or even greeting, saying happy anniversary when we arrived. It would’ve been nice if someone made our day feel special by saying some thing at least.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a beautiful time here. My partner was a little too tall for the room, but the California Queen was a delight. Wonderful linens, beach bag and towel included, and so close to so many awesome experiences including the WHALING MUSEUM which is well worth the visit. A local tour guide knew exactly where we were staying and picked us up right outside the inn. He even brought a list of owner history. Short and lovely walks to historic sites, Shellfish Hatchery, the ferry, and of course shops and restaurants. I did have a little incident one night which got me to the hospital, but all the employees were understanding and accommodating. I loved the continental breakfasts. A healthy and relaxing start to the day. Fellow guests were lovely, we had a couple excellent chats over s’mores at the fire pit. Did some beespotting by the hydrangeas and enjoyed the birds as well. The stairs were steep up to the third floor, so we were very grateful for the outdoor ramp with a gorgeous courtyard view. We kept the windows open our entire stay. After long days trekking around we returned to ice cold cucumber and citrus waters in the lobby. Nantucket was out of our budget, but so worth the investment. I had so much fun chatting with local shopkeepers, visitor services, and historic society members who all love this little paradise so dearly. Whaling Museum will be changing up their exhibits in 2027 so expect us next time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the hotel and staff, they were great, very accommodating and friendly. Would definitely go back and refer our friends to the Carlisle Inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TREASURE IN NANTUCKET

Treasure in Nantucket! Wonderful location and great staff! Every detail was perfect the interior was chic Nantucket! Caning on the bed frame...baskets, shells and nautical touches inside. Great breakfast and comfortable inside as well as a fabulous garden! Close to all restaurants and shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just a little walk (3 blocks) off the main shopping & dining area. Close proximity to Hotel Nantucket where our event was planned. Lovely experience all together!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Scarsdale

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at a lot of Nantucket Inns and hotels, and this is one is now one of my favorites. Freshly decorated and clean, a really nice breakfast buffet included, with indoor and outdoor seating areas. Nice touches like fresh baked cookies in the afternoon. Location is very walkable to town shopping while still on a quiet side street. Note that stairs to second floor are steep and narrow.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 would recommend!

We had the BEST stay for 3 nights. The hotel was clean, cozy and adorable. I loved the little touches like warm cookies & daily s’mores by the fire. I could not recommend this hotel enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022