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Boston Harbor Hotel<\/strong> | <\/span>Boston, Massachusetts <\/p>\n Boston<\/a> is the ultimate East Coast escape: cobblestone streets, historic wharves and all the coastal charm you want in a summer getaway. When they\u2019re not at their beloved beach house in fictional Cousins, it\u2019s also home turf for brothers Jeremiah and Conrad Fisher. At Boston Harbor Hotel<\/a>, a grand 60-foot archway sets the scene for classic New England elegance. Expect plush rooms with waterfront views, Rowes Wharf Sea Grille<\/a>\u2019s terrace-perfect seafood and cocktails (live music included<\/a>) and that perfect morning cup of coffee from Dandelion<\/a>.\u00a0Add in a 60-foot lap pool and a sleek health club, and you\u2019ve got Boston\u2019s version of seaside magic\u2014refined, relaxed and ready to impress.<\/p>\n BOOK NOW<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Inn at Hastings Park<\/strong> | <\/span>Lexington, Massachusetts <\/p>\n If your summer mood leans less coastal beach house and more storybook New England town, Lexington delivers. Just outside Boston, this historic East Coast hotel sits in the very town where the Revolution kicked off\u2014full of colonial charm and leafy strolls. Inn at Hastings Park<\/a> is your chic home base, with three restored colonial buildings showcasing bold patterns, bright colors and luxe touches like Matouk linens (all interiors Susannah Fisher would love). Culinary adventures await at Town Meeting Bistro<\/a> or in the Culinary Garden<\/a>, framed by garden boxes brimming with basil, chives and lemongrass. Join a Farm to Vine dinner, sip craft cocktails or just soak up that small-town summer magic.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Chatham Bars Inn<\/strong> | <\/span>Chatham, Massachusetts <\/p>\n The Summer I Turned Pretty<\/em> author Jenny Han had plenty of beaches in mind when she wrote the story, including Cape Cod. It\u2019s a quintessential choice with windswept New England beauty and a laid-back pace. On its southern tip lies Chatham, a place made for summer stories, and Chatham Bars Inn<\/a> feels like the setting of a really good one. Shingled cottages, a private beach and views that go on forever have charmed guests for over a century. It\u2019s polished yet playful: bike rides, beach cabanas, bonfires and afternoon drinks on Adirondacks facing the sea. Dine at The Beach House Grill,<\/a> go farm-to-table at STARS<\/a> or toast the sunset on Bayview Terrace<\/a> with live music in the briny air.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n White Elephant<\/strong> | <\/span>Nantucket, Massachusetts <\/p>\n Weathered wharves, sea-grass dunes and that unmistakable New England summer hush that feels pulled from the pages of a beach novel, Nantucket has long been the East Coast\u2019s answer to dreamy coastal getaways\u2014making it a must-stop on any list of great East Coast hotels. Overlooking the harbor, White Elephant<\/a> is the island\u2019s standout stay with chic, light-filled rooms, garden cottages and luxe lofts just steps from galleries and boutiques. Sip cocktails on the Harborside Lawn, savor waterfront dining at Brant Point Grill<\/a>, or unwind over afternoon port and cheese in the library. It\u2019s New England at its most inviting, one timeless summer moment after another.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The article\u2019s cover photo features White Elephant.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n White Barn Inn<\/strong> | <\/span>Kennebunkport, Maine <\/p>\n If Cousins Beach had a grown-up, getaway-ready sibling, it\u2019d be coastal Maine<\/a>. With its rugged shoreline, antique shops and lobster shacks, it\u2019s easy to see why this corner of New England holds so much summer appeal. Tucked into Kennebunkport\u2019s quiet elegance, White Barn Inn<\/a> is all candlelit dinners, fresh flowers and butler-drawn baths (yes, really). Spend your day combing beaches or exploring town, then come back to champagne by the tub and a proper afternoon tea. The inn\u2019s fine-dining restaurant, set in two restored 1820s barns, glows with soft light and old-world charm. And for something truly special, you can even check into the Cora Houseboat<\/a> moored along the Kennebunk River.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Bedford Post Inn<\/strong> | <\/span>Bedford, New York <\/p>\n For anyone whose summer plans include slipping away from the city, Bedford Post Inn<\/a> is the perfect low-key escape. Tucked into New York<\/a>\u2019s wooded Hudson Valley, this eight-room charmer is a standout among East Coast hotels, feeling miles from Manhattan. Here, you\u2019ll find antique Portuguese soaking tubs, Frette linens, fireplaces and terraces overlooking leafy grounds. Wake up to homemade pastries and coffee, then unwind at the yoga studio or settle in for wine and cheese at the daily cocktail hour. Choose between formal dining at The Farmhouse<\/a> or a more relaxed meal at The Barn<\/a>. It\u2019s East Coast summer, but make it country-house sophisticated.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn And Boardwalk Inn<\/strong> | <\/span>Charleston, South Carolina <\/p>\n Charleston<\/a> secured its place on our 10 Best Places to Travel in 2025<\/a> for good reason, with pastel mansions, palmetto-lined streets and summer days that seem to last forever. On nearby Isle of Palms, Wild Dunes Resort<\/a> is your go-to for sandy-footed luxury with two distinct stays: the beachy Boardwalk Inn and the modern, elegant Sweetgrass Inn. Guests can expect sunny rooms, an array of outdoor pools, a soothing spa and Southern Coastal cuisine that goes from sea-to-spoon. Tee off on championship golf courses, sip rooftop cocktails, or wander the marina at golden hour. It\u2019s the sort of spot you could imagine Belly trading in her Northeast beach house for, chasing one more perfect summer.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<\/strong> | <\/span>Kiawah Island, South Carolina <\/p>\n Perched on Kiawah Island\u2019s pristine shores just outside Charleston, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<\/a> is pure Southern seaside charm\u2014just the kind of getaway Belly and the Fisher boys would dream about. Sweeping ocean views, cozy rooms where egrets might stop by to say hello and plenty of space to bike, kayak or chase that perfect golf swing. When hunger strikes, The Ocean Room<\/a> serves fresh seafood with jaw-dropping ocean views. After a day of adventure, the spa offers soothing Southern-inspired treatments. Among East Coast hotels, this one\u2019s a knockout for your next summer story.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n The Tides Inn<\/strong> | <\/span>Irvington, Virginia <\/p>\n Virginia<\/a>\u2019s Northern Neck is pure coastal Americana, where sailboat-studded marinas, forested trails and slow, golden sunsets define the pace. Among the standout East Coast hotels here is The Tides Inn<\/a>, welcoming you with that legendary Southern hospitality. Rooms are filled with nautical details, marble-and-mahogany bathrooms and private balconies or patios for soaking in the view. Spend your days playing the George W. Cobb\u2013designed golf course, feasting on fresh oysters at Fish Hawk Oyster Bar<\/a> or enjoying regional tasting dinners at Salt & Meadow<\/a>.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n Ocean House<\/strong> | <\/span>Watch Hill, Rhode Island <\/p>\n Perched high on the bluffs of Rhode Island, Ocean House<\/a> feels like a storybook setting come to life\u2014cozy stripes, warm fireplaces and sweeping views of the crisp Atlantic. Summer days here are made for lobster boils and beach BBQs, and there\u2019s nothing better than claiming a cabana on the soft white sand<\/a> to soak up the sun and sea breeze. Strolling the 13-acre grounds, you\u2019ll quickly understand the draw: a perfect croquet lawn, a chef\u2019s garden and a putting green. And don\u2019t forget the wrap-around porch\u2014perfect for curling up in a wool blanket with a book and a glass of wine. It\u2019s easy to imagine the Fisher and Conklin families making memories at a place like this.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n 1 \/10<\/p>\n Boston Harbor Hotel<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Boston, Massachusetts <\/p>\n Boston<\/a> is the ultimate East Coast escape: cobblestone streets, historic wharves and all the coastal charm you want in a summer getaway. When they\u2019re not at their beloved beach house in fictional Cousins, it\u2019s also home turf for brothers Jeremiah and Conrad Fisher. At Boston Harbor Hotel<\/a>, a grand 60-foot archway sets the scene for classic New England elegance. Expect plush rooms with waterfront views, Rowes Wharf Sea Grille<\/a>\u2019s terrace-perfect seafood and cocktails (live music included<\/a>) and that perfect morning cup of coffee from Dandelion<\/a>.\u00a0Add in a 60-foot lap pool and a sleek health club, and you\u2019ve got Boston\u2019s version of seaside magic\u2014refined, relaxed and ready to impress.<\/p>\n BOOK NOW<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 2 \/10<\/p>\n Inn at Hastings Park<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Lexington, Massachusetts <\/p>\n If your summer mood leans less coastal beach house and more storybook New England town, Lexington delivers. Just outside Boston, this historic East Coast hotel sits in the very town where the Revolution kicked off\u2014full of colonial charm and leafy strolls. Inn at Hastings Park<\/a> is your chic home base, with three restored colonial buildings showcasing bold patterns, bright colors and luxe touches like Matouk linens (all interiors Susannah Fisher would love). Culinary adventures await at Town Meeting Bistro<\/a> or in the Culinary Garden<\/a>, framed by garden boxes brimming with basil, chives and lemongrass. Join a Farm to Vine dinner, sip craft cocktails or just soak up that small-town summer magic.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 3 \/10<\/p>\n Chatham Bars Inn<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Chatham, Massachusetts <\/p>\n The Summer I Turned Pretty<\/em> author Jenny Han had plenty of beaches in mind when she wrote the story, including Cape Cod. It\u2019s a quintessential choice with windswept New England beauty and a laid-back pace. On its southern tip lies Chatham, a place made for summer stories, and Chatham Bars Inn<\/a> feels like the setting of a really good one. Shingled cottages, a private beach and views that go on forever have charmed guests for over a century. It\u2019s polished yet playful: bike rides, beach cabanas, bonfires and afternoon drinks on Adirondacks facing the sea. Dine at The Beach House Grill,<\/a> go farm-to-table at STARS<\/a> or toast the sunset on Bayview Terrace<\/a> with live music in the briny air.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 4 \/10<\/p>\n White Elephant<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Nantucket, Massachusetts <\/p>\n Weathered wharves, sea-grass dunes and that unmistakable New England summer hush that feels pulled from the pages of a beach novel, Nantucket has long been the East Coast\u2019s answer to dreamy coastal getaways\u2014making it a must-stop on any list of great East Coast hotels. Overlooking the harbor, White Elephant<\/a> is the island\u2019s standout stay with chic, light-filled rooms, garden cottages and luxe lofts just steps from galleries and boutiques. Sip cocktails on the Harborside Lawn, savor waterfront dining at Brant Point Grill<\/a>, or unwind over afternoon port and cheese in the library. It\u2019s New England at its most inviting, one timeless summer moment after another.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The article\u2019s cover photo features White Elephant.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 5 \/10<\/p>\n White Barn Inn<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Kennebunkport, Maine <\/p>\n If Cousins Beach had a grown-up, getaway-ready sibling, it\u2019d be coastal Maine<\/a>. With its rugged shoreline, antique shops and lobster shacks, it\u2019s easy to see why this corner of New England holds so much summer appeal. Tucked into Kennebunkport\u2019s quiet elegance, White Barn Inn<\/a> is all candlelit dinners, fresh flowers and butler-drawn baths (yes, really). Spend your day combing beaches or exploring town, then come back to champagne by the tub and a proper afternoon tea. The inn\u2019s fine-dining restaurant, set in two restored 1820s barns, glows with soft light and old-world charm. And for something truly special, you can even check into the Cora Houseboat<\/a> moored along the Kennebunk River.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 6 \/10<\/p>\n Bedford Post Inn<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Bedford, New York <\/p>\n For anyone whose summer plans include slipping away from the city, Bedford Post Inn<\/a> is the perfect low-key escape. Tucked into New York<\/a>\u2019s wooded Hudson Valley, this eight-room charmer is a standout among East Coast hotels, feeling miles from Manhattan. Here, you\u2019ll find antique Portuguese soaking tubs, Frette linens, fireplaces and terraces overlooking leafy grounds. Wake up to homemade pastries and coffee, then unwind at the yoga studio or settle in for wine and cheese at the daily cocktail hour. Choose between formal dining at The Farmhouse<\/a> or a more relaxed meal at The Barn<\/a>. It\u2019s East Coast summer, but make it country-house sophisticated.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 7 \/10<\/p>\n Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn And Boardwalk Inn<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Charleston, South Carolina <\/p>\n Charleston<\/a> secured its place on our 10 Best Places to Travel in 2025<\/a> for good reason, with pastel mansions, palmetto-lined streets and summer days that seem to last forever. On nearby Isle of Palms, Wild Dunes Resort<\/a> is your go-to for sandy-footed luxury with two distinct stays: the beachy Boardwalk Inn and the modern, elegant Sweetgrass Inn. Guests can expect sunny rooms, an array of outdoor pools, a soothing spa and Southern Coastal cuisine that goes from sea-to-spoon. Tee off on championship golf courses, sip rooftop cocktails, or wander the marina at golden hour. It\u2019s the sort of spot you could imagine Belly trading in her Northeast beach house for, chasing one more perfect summer.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 8 \/10<\/p>\n The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Kiawah Island, South Carolina <\/p>\n Perched on Kiawah Island\u2019s pristine shores just outside Charleston, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort<\/a> is pure Southern seaside charm\u2014just the kind of getaway Belly and the Fisher boys would dream about. Sweeping ocean views, cozy rooms where egrets might stop by to say hello and plenty of space to bike, kayak or chase that perfect golf swing. When hunger strikes, The Ocean Room<\/a> serves fresh seafood with jaw-dropping ocean views. After a day of adventure, the spa offers soothing Southern-inspired treatments. Among East Coast hotels, this one\u2019s a knockout for your next summer story.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 9 \/10<\/p>\n The Tides Inn<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Irvington, Virginia <\/p>\n Virginia<\/a>\u2019s Northern Neck is pure coastal Americana, where sailboat-studded marinas, forested trails and slow, golden sunsets define the pace. Among the standout East Coast hotels here is The Tides Inn<\/a>, welcoming you with that legendary Southern hospitality. Rooms are filled with nautical details, marble-and-mahogany bathrooms and private balconies or patios for soaking in the view. Spend your days playing the George W. Cobb\u2013designed golf course, feasting on fresh oysters at Fish Hawk Oyster Bar<\/a> or enjoying regional tasting dinners at Salt & Meadow<\/a>.<\/p>\n VIEW HOTEL<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n 10 \/10<\/p>\n Ocean House<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Watch Hill, Rhode Island <\/p>\n Perched high on the bluffs of Rhode Island, Ocean House<\/a> feels like a storybook setting come to life\u2014cozy stripes, warm fireplaces and sweeping views of the crisp Atlantic. Summer days here are made for lobster boils and beach BBQs, and there\u2019s nothing better than claiming a cabana on the soft white sand<\/a> to soak up the sun and sea breeze. Strolling the 13-acre grounds, you\u2019ll quickly understand the draw: a perfect croquet lawn, a chef\u2019s garden and a putting green. And don\u2019t forget the wrap-around porch\u2014perfect for curling up in a wool blanket with a book and a glass of wine. 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