went for my nieces wedding which was Oct. 9th @ Essex Lodge but couldn't stay there because was with handicapped mom. Overlooked bay with tiny public beach that is dog friendly after Sept. 15th. Hiked @ dawn, beautiful sunrise! Went into town for gr8 restaurants and also brought back Lobster in a carry on! Just the right size box. After... More

Stayed for one overnight in December and found the place exactly the way the reviews were. Front desk very helpful, nice big clean room, excellent views and great location. The rooms seemed wider than a typical hotel room which made it feel so much bigger. Great views of Good Harbor Beach, and in easy walking distance. The only thing that... More

I discovered the Vista Motel about five years ago while on vacation with my daughter who was eight or nine at the time. The initial impression one gets from street level and as you ascend the steep driveway leading to the hotel and a spectacular ocean view is, homey, friendly and family run. The grounds and rooms are meticulously maintained.... More

This is our second visit to the Vista Hotel and we loved it both times. The management is extremely accommodating, and what you lose in luxury, you gain in personable communication. Our dog loved being so close to a beach that is open to dogs in the Fall. The room is comfortable and clean. The setting worked for us, and... More

This motel has one of the most scenic views ever. It is high on a hill overlooking Gloucester harbor. The motel itself is very comfortable. Our room was quite large and had a kitchenette and a good size bathroom. The service was very attentive and friendly. This is a family run establishment so it is not as modern as some... More

Spent the last week of Sept. 2011 in heaven! This is a wonderfull motel with neat clean rooms,nice grounds and a short walk to the beach! Our room had a great view and loved sitting on the porch in the evenings watching the sunset!,The breakfast provided had a little of everything and was a great start to a day of... More

We just got back from a wonderful stay at the Vista. The reviews were all glowing so we thought we'd take a chance on this charming motel rather than staying at a more impersonal hotel chain. Our room was in the older part which made it very affordable and staying there reminded us of being at a seaside cottage. We... More

Our room was in the oldest section of the motel that apparently has not been remodeled in several years. Our air conditioner was completely useless so we had to open the windows and doors each evening to cool off the room before going to sleep. In addition, the bathroom faucet leaked continuously. The included continental breakfast was fine and the... More

It’s not a surprise that for a local establishment without corporate backing or franchising to remain economically viable, a few things need to happen: a) the establishment is nestled ideally in a place with heavy seasonal traffic, b)the establishment must have proprietors and employees who in fact, go above and beyond the requisite extent of customer service offered by the... More