Travel & Stay
Lodging Recommendations
Hotels
We did not reserve any room blocks so that guests could choose what best fits their needs. We are including a handful of local recommendations at a variety of prices.
Tips:
Call the hotel directly for booking.
Gloucester is located along the Rockport branch of the Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail Line. Those traveling from out of town without cars may consider staying in towns along the train line (Beverly, Salem, Manchester By-The-Sea). Note that the last train usually leaves Gloucester around 10:30 PM.
Beauport Hotel Gloucester (Venue + Hotel)
Address: 55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Distance to Venue: 0 miles (on-site)
Distance to Commuter Rail: ~0.9 miles (4–5 min drive, 18 min walk)
Estimated Price: Saturday night is almost sold out, $650-$750 per Night, Sunday night is $315–$452/night
Notes: Call for reservations and say you will be there for the Purcell/Soper wedding. Dates are blacked out online but there is still availability if you call. Oceanfront luxury hotel; rooftop pool, on-site restaurant/bar (1606), beach access, elegant rooms.
Harborview Inn
Address: 71 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
Distance to Venue: ~0.5 miles (10 min walk)
Distance to Commuter Rail: ~0.6 miles (12 min walk)
Estimated Price: $180–$250/night
Notes: Historic B&B overlooking the harbor; continental breakfast; charming, walkable to downtown.
Cape Ann’s Marina Resort
Address: 75 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
Distance to Venue: ~0.8 miles (3 min drive)
Distance to Commuter Rail: ~0.8 miles (3 min drive)
Estimated Price: $160–$220/night
Notes: Waterfront hotel; indoor pool; popular restaurant/bar (Mile Marker One); marina access; family-friendly.
Ocean House Hotel
Address: 107 Atlantic Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
Distance to Venue: ~3.0 miles (about 10 min by car)
Distance to Commuter Rail: ~3.0 miles (≈9 min drive)
Estimated Price: $340–$450/night
Notes: A historic coastal hotel with stunning ocean views from many rooms and suites, some with private balconies.
Blue Shutters Beachside Inn
Address: 1 Nautilus Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
Distance to Venue (Beauport Hotel): ~ 1.6 miles (~5 – 6 min drive)
Distance to Commuter Rail (Gloucester Station – MBTA): ~ 2.5 – 3 miles (≈ 10 min drive) Ride Share Recommended.
Estimated Price: ~$215-$370/night
Notes: Call for reservations. Right across from Good Harbor Beach. Truly a “beach‑front/cottage‑feel” inn with ocean views from many rooms.