12 Romantic Getaways Near Cape Cod, MA - Updated 2024

romantic getaways in cape cod
Norah
Norah 
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From romantic cruises and scenic tours around the town, art in the historic province town to walks along the beach as you take in the serene landscapes, Cape Cod is the go-to place to rekindle or celebrate love. Known for its beautiful sand dunes and colorful vegetation, Cape Cod is a sandy peninsula that extends into the Atlantic Ocean with large areas of forest, an ever-changing shore that adjusts to the rising sea, quaint villages and a wide range of seafood to choose from. A romantic trip to this coastal town is sure to be a delight, especially with its excellent bed and breakfasts and boutique hotels. In an attempt to make it better, we have put together a few amazing getaways and would only require that you bring a camera and make some memories. Here are some romantic getaways near Cape Cod, MA.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to couple-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 03, 2024.

1. Providence, RI (from USD 160)

Downcity Providence
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Rhode Island’s beautiful capital city of Providence is a worthy opponent to the rest of this list. It is home to notable institutions like Brown University, Providence Performing Arts Center, and the Rhode Island School of Design. Explore the famous Waterplace Park and Roger Williams Park with your partner and try delicious local fares like calamari, clam cakes, pizza strips, and zeppole. If you haven’t found a nice play to stay in the city, one of the top picks in the area is Omni Providence, a four-star hotel on West Exchange Street with excellent amenities.

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Omni Providence

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 West Exchange Street
66.65 km (41.5 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

2. Plymouth (from USD 350)

Houses of the Plimoth Plantation at Plymouth, Massachusetts
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Longing to spend a romantic outing in a picturesque town with a rich history? Plymouth may be it for you. Just a thirty-minute drive from Cape Cod, this coastal town is an American history behemoth. It’s where the Mayflower pilgrim colony was founded in the 17th century and where the First Thanksgiving feast took place. We recommend that you stay here for a few nights and get to know the town’s roots, especially Plimoth Plantation. Mirbeau Inn & Spa is happy to welcome your arrival. This four-star spa has a wellness center, where you can indulge in luxurious spa packages with your partner.

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Mirbeau Inn & Spa - Plymouth

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 35 Landmark Dr
6.82 km (4.3 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

3. Dennis Port

Boardwalk to Depot Street Beach, Dennis Port MA
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Sunbathing, fishing, whale watching, and surfing are some of the things you can enjoy while on a romantic getaway in Dennis Port. Located 10.3 miles (16km) from Cape Cod, this beautiful town has something for everyone, beaches that call on swimmers, museum and art centers with amazing art displays such as Cape Cod Center for the Arts, which houses the Cape Cod Museum of Art, Cape Cinema and the historic Cape Playhouse and there is the spacious Dennis Parasail which will offer you parasailing and jest ski. While in town, choose to walk by the beach at sunset in the beautiful Bluegreen Vacations, it’s antique furnished rooms have a beautiful view and you can bask in the balcony which is a suntrap in the morning. Dennis Port is one of the best Cape Cod romantic weekend getaways, so drive down and treat yourselves.

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Bluegreen Vacations The Soundings

Address: 79 Chase Avenue
52.35 km (32.6 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

4. Brewster (from USD 288)

Brewster Baptist Church; Brewster, MA; east and north (front) sides
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Emw used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Paddling, swimming, floating yoga,18-hole course golfing, notice something you would love to do? Then make Brewster your romantic getaway town. With something for everyone this town that is only 17 miles (27 km) from Cape Cod, and home to not just beautiful beaches but also classic old sea captains’ homes which have been converted to inns, and a bevy of antique shops that will have you break into a sweat or make you relax hand in hand along the shores. For that extra special accommodation for you and your love, book into the Brewster by the Sea Inn, which will provide accommodation with beautiful light-filled room and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool where you and your love can relax.

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Brewster by the Sea Inn

Wifi Available

Address: 716 Main Street
46.73 km (29.1 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Free parking Internet services

5. Scituate (from USD 165)

Scituate Harbor
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Located midway between Boston and Plymouth this sea cost town is a beautiful place for a romantic getaway. Walk around the most beautiful water tower in the world, Lawson tower, spend a relaxing hour viewing amazing exhibits artistic creations, photographs and paintings at the Front Street gallery or break a sweat on the carousel, at the Nantasket Beach. While in town, enjoy comfort at The Inn at Scituate Harbor which has a great waterfront view, boasts of large rooms, and is just 13.9 km (8 Miles) to the Nantasket Beach.

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The Inn at Scituate Harbor

Wifi Available

Address: 7 Beaver Dam Road
30.06 km (18.7 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace Non-smoking rooms Free parking Internet services

6. Marblehead (from USD 169)

Marblehead Massachusetts dock and harbor
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Home to the Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Crocker Park and the Devereux Beach, Marblehead is 85 miles (136 km) from Cape Cod and is a must-visit town for a romantic getaway. Offering the best views and stunning scenery, this coastal town with its historic buildings with historic plaques placed on each home that gives you the year of construction and the name of the first owner. It will amaze the historic buff with an impressive collection of colonial homes, shops and restaurants and a visit to the park will give you a beautiful view of Marblehead Harbor. While in town stay at Harbor Light Inn, this boutique hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and is steps away from the ocean.

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Harbor Light Inn

Wifi Available

Address: 58 Washington Street
65.78 km (40.9 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms

7. Falmouth (from USD 133)

Main Street, Falmouth MA
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user John Phelan used under CC BY 3.0

Falmouth, which is 20.3 km (12.6 mi) from Cape Cod, is the best stop if you are looking to have a blast. Ride on the Island Queen ferry across Cape Cod, relax on the pleasant Falmouth Heights Beach, and on the southern tip of the town, go up the scenic Nobska lighthouse and have a picnic at the top. Your romantic getaway will not be complete without a trip to the Falmouth’s Woods Hole Aquarium where you get to learn about the aquatic life of Massachusetts. While in town rest at the fancy Falmouth Inn, one of the best places to stay near Cape Cod for couples. The property is within 7 km (4.3 mi) of Old Silver Beach and Menauhant Beach, just outside the town of Falmouth and two blocks to the Island Queen ferry dock.

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The Coonamessett

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 311 Gifford Street
41.97 km (26.1 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms

8. Nantucket (from USD 325)

Sankaty Head Light - Nantucket, MA - panoramio (1)
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user matt.a used under CC BY 3.0

Marked by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings, this tiny island located just 30 miles (48.3 km) off the coast of Cape Cod is a favorite summer destination. For your romantic getaway, you do not even need a car for a town this charming, you can just ride a bike with a bell and a basket just like in the movies or take a ferry over. For the foodie, there is plenty of cuisines to sample including the best sea-food ever. For a surprise gift to your loved one, walk along the picturesque streets of this little shopping haven, ducking into the exquisite art galleries or the quaint boutiques and wake her/him up to a souvenir from the Island. While in town, spend the night at The Wauwinet Nantucket that has an old-time ambiance that is warm and welcoming and boosts of private beach access, offers sailing and fishing opportunities and an onsite restaurant. The rooms are brightly furnished with amazing beach decor and feature a flat-screen cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and an iPod docking station.

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The Wauwinet Nantucket

Wifi Available

Address: 120 Wauwinet Road
85.5 km (53.2 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Garden Terrace

9. Boston (from USD 495)

romantic getaways in cape cod | boston
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How would a trip to Cape Cod be complete without a visit to Boston City, Massachusetts’ capital? There is quite a lot to do while here. You can explore the city’s historic neighborhoods, Visit the Gardner Museum that has an absolute wealth of Italian art, take a selfie at the Arnold Arboretum or next to the duckling statues at the Make Way, or have an amazing treat of seafood at their highly rated seafood restaurants. At the end of the day come home to a hot bath in the tub as you sip wine and discuss the day’s escapades in the stylish and sophisticated Fifteen Beacon, one of the romantic hotels near Cape Cod, which combines historic charm with modernity in an elegant way, with the chic furnished spacious guestrooms that have flat-screen TVs, i Home systems and gas fireplaces.

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XV Beacon

Wifi Available

Address: 15 Beacon St
58.97 km (36.7 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

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10. Stow (from USD 140)

Stow MA Town Hall
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With its abundance of softly rolling hills and rustic country lanes, the apple town, Stow will keep you occupied and loving every minute of your romantic getaway. While here you can visit the active dairy farm, home to the first robotic milking system in Massachusetts or go hiking, horseback riding or canoeing. Then finally spend a romantic night in the beautifully furnished Amerscot House Inn that is situated just 8 km (11 miles) away, and wake up to the beautiful bird guide near the window that overlooks a bird feeder and tasty breakfast at the terrace overlooking beautiful greenery.

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11. Chatham

Seals in Chatham, MA harbor
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Chatham is laden with all you need for a perfect romantic getaway, miles of pristine white sand, playful seals, sunsets at the Monomoy point lighthouse and strolls through acres of sand dunes, marshland, and other natural features. At just from 226 miles (360km) from Cape Cod, this seaside has enough attractions including the Chatham Railroad Museum which exhibits model trains and train artifacts. While in town, spend a romantic night where you get lulled to sleep by the sea and wake up to a sumptuous breakfast at the Chatham Gables Inn.

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12. Oak Bluffs (from USD 215)

OakBluffs1
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Looking for your next Cape Cod romantic getaway? Drive 1.5 hours south, and you’ll meet Oak Bluffs. With its rows of historic gingerbread structures, and ancient buildings and sandy beaches, Oaks Bluff will be the ideal place for that romantic getaway that you so crave. You can hold hands along the beaches or for that adrenaline rush you can go kayaking or hold hands as you paddle board at the state beach or just go riding a carousel horse with the one you love, and compete for the old brass ring grab and whoever wins gets a free ride. End the day at Isabelle’s Beach House and admire an ocean view on the large front terrace, relax in the cozy common living area or cuddle at the fireplace.

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Inkwell Beach Cottage

Wifi Available

Address: 83 Seaview Avenue
54.28 km (33.8 mi) from Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Parking Tennis court Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Free parking Internet services

Dare to live the life you’ve always wanted

I bet you and your loved one have spent enough time around people. Its time to take that long needed break, book a room out of town and just the two of you have enough fun and remind yourself how you fell in love.

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