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Handkerchief Shoals Motel

888 Main Street, South Harwich, MA 02661
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Melbourne, Florida
Top Contributor
57 reviews 57 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Stayed just one night and was very pleased with the level of cleanliness. The room was bright and of a nice size. Easy to get to beaches and the towns of Harwichport and Chatham. The staff were pleasant and accommodating. Lighting wattage needs to be upgraded.

Lawrence, Massachusetts
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We've been frequent visitors for years. The Shoals continues to upgrade and improve every aspect of the facility. Currently pet friendly (though that may be ending soon). The location offers two blocks to a Nantucket sound beach, a short hop to Harwichport center, good access to Chatham, Orleans, Harwich and Dennisport. Pricing has remained a better bargain than many other... More

Corning, New York
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

In Harwichport for business; my colleague and I stay for several nights every 6 months. The owners have been gracious enough to open a pair of rooms for us off season; making sure we were all set with plowing, shoveling, and pre-warming of our rooms. As always, they went out of their way to make us welcome, and to make... More

Bracknell
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70 reviews 70 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

We stayed for three nights at this lovely Motel at the end of our 2 week trip to New England. We particularly wanted to be in the Harwich/Chatham area and Handkerchief Shoals appeared a good choice. This was proven to be correct. The motel is run by a very friendly couple, who were incredibly helpful with local advice and information... More

Worcester, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Really great value. Well kept and clean! Niece enjoyed the pool and we all liked the location. The owners are on site and they take pride in the upkeep of the property Have to say thanks for the owner mailing on the items we left behind!

Tewksbury, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2012

Rooms are cozy and CLEAN and a continental breakfast is included in the daily rate - coffee is excellent (rooms also have coffee makers if you want to use them). Kids will love the pool. Complimetary wifi connection is very good, I was able to do some work on my vacation without experiencing any annoying connectivity issues. Rooms have small... More

Lee, Massachusetts
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2012

Highly recommend this true Cape Cod delight! Very cozy rooms---close to so many wonderful places! Lovely couple owns this place and they give it such a personal touch! Perfect location to Harwich and Chatham. Check out Red River Beach! This adorable place is a gem! Continental breakfast in season!

California
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

Spent the night here in August leading up to Labor Day. Perfect stop over. Visiting in Chatham, location great- one hour drive to Provincetown. Make no mistake this is an exceptionally well kept MOTEL. Bed fine, ac fine(little loud), water pressure fine, new paint, bedding, carpeting, air quality very good(not chemical). They had continental breakfast and a small pool that... More

New York City, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

Our stay was great. The hotel is perfectly located with easy access to Chatham, Route 6/28, and an awesome small beach just a 5 min walk away (or 30 second drive). I've been to the Cape many times but never stayed in Harwich. I will always look to stay here now and the Handkerchief Shoals was a perfect spot to... More

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

This was my third year in a row staying at Handkerchief Shoals. Joe and AnneMarie were once again, the best. They made us feel like family. The rooms were exceptionally clean and bright. It was nice to be able to wake up to a continental breakfast at the office. The pool was clean and refreshing too. Can't wait until next... More

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Additional Information about Handkerchief Shoals Motel

Also Known As:
Handkerchief Shoals Hotel South Harwich
Handkerchief Shoals Hotel
Address: 888 Main Street, South Harwich, MA 02661
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Cape Cod > South Harwich
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in South Harwich
Price range (per night): 159 AUD - 333 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Our rooms are nicely appointed offering clean and comfortable accommodations at a great value. The property offers a large outdoor swimming pool and cook out area with picnic benches and grills. Red River Beach is waking distance from the Inn just across the road down Deep Hole Road. ... more   less 
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