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Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Good Harbor Beach

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Outdoor pool
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Unwind at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages, where guests can start the day with continental breakfast. Soak up the sun on the garden terrace or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With free WiFi and barbecue grills, this cozy retreat has left a lasting impression on previous guests for its helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
138 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930

What's nearby

  • Good Harbor Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Maritime Gloucester - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Long Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Half Moon Beach - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 13 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 22 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 46 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 46 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 48 min drive
  • Gloucester Station - 3 min drive
  • Rockport Station - 5 min drive
  • West Gloucester Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seaport Grille - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Subs - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages

When you stay at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Good Harbor Beach and Cape Ann. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 3 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between November 3 and April 15.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
State tax ID - C0006321070

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Lion Motel and Cottages currently open?

This property is closed from November 3 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is there a pool at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9 PM.

Are pets allowed at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Sea Lion Motel and Cottages and nearby?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Sea Lion Motel and Cottages like?

Sea Lion Motel and Cottages is located a short 15-minute walk from Good Harbor Beach. Travelers love the motel's prime location.

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Sea Lion Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Beach
Bathroom
Towns
Breakfast
Quiet - room
Bed
Downtown

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as fresh, tasty, and with a good variety. (12 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, described as beautiful, great, perfect, and nice by multiple guests. (10 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient and quiet location close to the beach. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, quiet, the lady checking us in was super friendly
mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to Stay

Very clean! Staff is very friendly!
Gary T, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

NICE place to stay! Staff was friendly.
Ronald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot!

Great location, easy to find. The hotel/cottages were clean and welcoming. The pool area was perfect! The rooms were comfortable and the staff was very nice. Only stayed for 2 nights but wished we could have stayed longer! We Will definitely return!!!
Joleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and spacious room. The beds are very comfortable. Would highly recommend this motel
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved this place. The staff was friendly, the facility was clean and nice and it super close to everything! A stay here is fantastic.
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable Stay

The motel was very nice.The room we stayed in was cozy. It was up to date, not old. Quiet area and close to everything. I enjoyed my stay
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was wonderful. The hotel was clean.
Alisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pool was nice. Coffee in the morning was good. And all the staff were kind and informative. Stayed on a whim and will return to visit. Simple clean place.
Kent, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The opeoplè were very nice
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No complaints. Enjoyed the pool, and the provided rafts in the pool. Pool is close to the room also. Beds seem good! Fridge amd freezer work well. Friendly fast checkin.
Apryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room, clean and comfortable.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and quiet. Room was clean and staff vary friendly and helpful
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reasonable rate for the area; close to food shopping; nearby breakfast restaurants. Clean and safe.
Joseph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet and safe location. Clean room and well managed property.
Jian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sea Lion was extremely clean with crisp white linnens and very friendly and helpful staff.
Nicole, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet motel. Friendly folks at the desk. Ample Parking. Breakfast choices were adequate at best.
Gary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everyone was so incredibly friendly! Free breakfast was very simple but good. The bed said it was queen but was definitely a full and that's the only issue I had with this place.
faith, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

There are several buildings on the site, some rooms are close to the road, need to figure out before booking
Svetlana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is so stinkin cute! I came up for the night for a wedding, and they were so accommodating with my early check in request. It was a perfect room for me: homey and cozy, my own entry and bathroom, easy parking, and they provided so much. The staff were just lovely humans. I would love to stay here again soon!
Steph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family trip

Exceptional service. The property is maintained nicely. Landscaping is great. Pool was awesome. Will be back.
Matthew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, cozy stay for a night! Clean property, comfortable amenities. Only complaint was a blinking light in our bathroom that wouldn’t turn off.
Carly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was not much. Coffee was good but not much variety
Bridget, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really liked that they had a small refrigerator/freezer....2 doors. The room was clean and lovely.
Leila, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was a brief overnighter, but it was very satisfactory. The free breakfast is in the small office and is only a cold continental breakfast, which we passed on.
D, 1-night trip