Nestled near First Congregational Church and Quaker Meeting House, Carlisle House Inn invites you to unwind in its serene garden or enjoy a continental breakfast. Relax on the charming terrace, stay connected with WiFi, and appreciate the helpful concierge services. Previous guests have praised this bed & breakfast for its friendly staff.
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial) - 8 min drive
Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 27.4 miles/44.1 km
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 27.9 miles/44.9 km
Restaurants
Brotherhood of Thieves - 4 min walk
Stubbys - 4 min walk
Island Coffee - 5 min walk
Lemon Press - 6 min walk
The Club Car - 6 min walk
About this property
Carlisle House Inn
Carlisle House Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from First Congregational Church and Whaling Museum. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10 AM
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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.
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 pets allowed at Carlisle House Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Carlisle House Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Carlisle House Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Carlisle House Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Carlisle House Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Carlisle House Inn like?
Carlisle House Inn is located near Children's Beach in Nantucket Town, a short 3-minute walk from First Congregational Church and 3 minutes' walk from Whaling Museum.
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Reviews
Carlisle House Inn Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
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.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
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!!
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2023
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!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
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!
Trish
Trish, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
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!
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2024
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.
todd
todd, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
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!
Alexa
Alexa, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Very helpful staff/owner. Terrific location and beautiful property.
Nancy
Nancy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Our experience at The Carlisle Inn was extraordinary.
The hospitality and the rooms were amazing.
Highly recommend!
CHRISTINE
CHRISTINE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2022
Great breakfast, beautiful outdoor space and within walking distance of downtown.
Nathan
Nathan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
A stay
jacques
jacques, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Excellent all around!
Rita
Rita, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2018
Island weekend
Great B&B in central location close to main st. it was very clean and comfortable. Nice continental breakfast with some home made baked goodies. Would definitely stay again if we make it back to Nantucket.
Brendan
Brendan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
I didn't like the steep stairs and carrying my luggage up and down the stairs. Other than that everything was perfect.
Marsha
Marsha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2022
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.
Ashley
Ashley, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 19, 2025
Receptionist was not helpful at all and had a very bad attitude. She should not be working there if she doesn’t like it
Hunter
Hunter, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 28, 2024
Cute place but having shared bathroom with people on the floor for over $500 per night is money I wish I hadn’t spent
Joanne
Joanne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2023
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.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 6-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 25, 2024
host was a ghost
to much light in closet lol no light
breakfast a joke
HVAC not acceptable
one thermostat in hall
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 23, 2024
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.
Jordan
Jordan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2026
It was our first trip to Nantucket and rhe Carlisle Inn was a great choice for us. Within walking distance from the center of town where you can access various tours and bicycle rentals to explore the island. The staff was courteous and knowledgeable. Hoping to get back soon!
Felicia
Felicia, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2024
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Franciscus
Franciscus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2022
First class. Very nice accommodations in the Tom Nevers room. Convenient for my quick visit to the island.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2022
Perfect condition, clean, tasteful,
Regina
Regina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2022
Clean comfortable rooms and great location within walking distance of shops, restaurant and the beach.