Great Island Inn
Residential, design-forward coastal. Nautical nods (anchor wallpaper, navy accents) without the kitsch. Feels more like staying in a well-curated local's apartment than a hotel.
Book directly on greatislandinn.com to save a minimum of $58 per stay (no 3rd-party service fees, cleaning fees, or $29/night parking fees)
Why It Matters
Selected by both the Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels for nailing the apartment-hotel concept: real kitchens, in-unit laundry, radiant-heated bathroom floors, SMEG refrigerators — and then stepping back to let guests live like locals. It's the kind of place where the owner texts you restaurant recommendations.
Great Island Inn is a boutique apart-hotel split across two renovated 19th-century buildings on New Castle Island — New Hampshire's smallest town. The place is purpose-built for independent travelers who want a real home base, not a hotel room. Twelve units range from budget-friendly standard guest rooms to a 900-square-foot two-bedroom penthouse, and ten of them come with full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryers, and Malin+Goetz bathroom products. No breakfast service, no front desk, no lobby — but a personal concierge is one call away and is never more than 10 minutes from the property.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
1BR King Apartment
A 600-square-foot one-bedroom on the second floor. King bed, fully equipped kitchen with SMEG refrigerator and minibar, private bath with tub/shower combo, washer/dryer, and a 50-inch Smart TV. A solid choice for couples wanting more space than a studio.
King2BR Penthouse Apartment
The flagship unit. A full 900 square feet on the third floor with a king in the main bedroom, a queen in the second, and a fully equipped kitchen anchored by a full-size SMEG refrigerator and minibar. The private bath has both a deep soaking tub and a separate shower. Three Smart TVs, in-unit washer/dryer, and dog-friendly.
1 King + 1 Queen
Queen Studio Penthouse
A 385-square-foot studio on the third floor — the original configuration that earned the Michelin and Tablet Hotels nods. Queen bed, full kitchen with SMEG refrigerator and minibar, tub/shower, in-unit washer/dryer, and a 32-inch Smart TV. Compact but thoughtfully finished.
QueenStandard Queen Guest Room
The budget-friendly option — 175 square feet on the ground floor with a private entrance and no stairs. No full kitchen, but a mini SMEG refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, and minibar. Walk-in shower, 40-inch Smart TV. Ideal for a quick overnight stop rather than an extended stay.
Queen
The Duplex
A 700-square-foot bi-level layout spanning the penthouse and second floors. The main sleeping area has a king bed, with two twin pull-out sofas providing additional capacity. Full kitchen with SMEG refrigerator, tub/shower combo, washer/dryer, and a 55-inch Smart TV. Dog-friendly.
King + 2 Twin Pull-Out SofasThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The quiet northern beach of Great Island Common park is a 5-minute walk from the inn. Take Walbach St. to the end of Ocean Road. Less crowded than Hampton Beach — more of a locals' spot.
Bike rentals available through the concierge — recommended as the best way to explore New Castle island and reach neighboring towns.
The concierge provides personalized day trip planning to Portland (ME), Boston (MA), and Newburyport (MA). All within roughly 1–2 hours' drive.
The concierge can arrange kayak rentals to explore New Castle's islands. Ask by phone or text.
Historic lighthouse and fort within easy walking distance of the inn — Fort Constitution Historical Site is right on New Castle Island.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Strong complimentary WiFi throughout both buildings.
Heated floors in bathrooms — noted approvingly by multiple guests in reviews.
Fully equipped kitchens with full-size SMEG refrigerators, minibars, coffee makers, electric kettles, and toasters in all apartment units. Standard Guest Rooms have a mini SMEG fridge and Keurig only.
Dedicated central air conditioning and heating for each individual room — no shared air between apartments.
Premium Malin+Goetz bath products throughout.
Hypoallergenic Cuddledown linens on all beds.
Smart TVs with 100+ channels in every room. Size varies by unit: 55" in The Duplex, 50" in 1BR King, 40" in Standard Queen, 32" in Queen Studio, and three 32"+ TVs in the 2BR Penthouse.
Garden area with outdoor seating and BBQ/barbecue facilities.
No swimming pool on property.
Available by phone 24/7. Never more than 10 minutes away in person. Provides restaurant recommendations, activity tips, and day trip planning. Self check-in instructions sent 24 hours before arrival.
Fully contactless self check-in via private entrance. Detailed instructions sent 24 hours prior to arrival. Check-in at 4PM, check-out at 11AM. Early 1PM check-in available for a $50 fee.
One vehicle per reservation, free when booking direct via the inn's website or by phone. Third-party bookings incur a $29/night parking fee.
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