The Best New Hotel in Nantucket is Built for the Whole Family

Nantucket is a singular New England escape. The island has kept an air of intimacy amid its historic setting, despite its popularity as a summer retreat. Here, you'll find a dynamic, cosmopolitan community — and some very stylish places to stay.

The newest kid on the block? Enter Beachside Hotel- from Blue Flag Capital, the team behind the award winning Faraway Hotels.  The ultimate summer playground, the hotel offers a brand new swimming pool, a gated kid's pool,complimentary bikes, large family-friendly suites equipped with open-air balconies, a restaurant and bar, and a gameroom perfect for the whole family to enjoy. 

Complementing the on-site amenities is all-day programming with activities that include movie nights and communal fire pits for evening gatherings, and a kids club allowing guests to unplug and experience it all without ever having to leave the property. 

“The Beachside Hotel was designed around the idea of an endless summer. We invite guests to leave itineraries behind and dive into a world of opportunities right here on the property. With that in mind, we designed the hotel to cultivate this connection through recreation for guests to collect spontaneous moments to slow down and savor with friends and family alike. We focused on creating outdoor spaces where discovery is limitless. This self driven experience is all part of the story. I think we can all relate to the first taste of freedom that summer offered us as children – that was the feeling that we tried to evoke at the new Beachside. We wanted to offer a space where children and their parents alike would equally enjoy the property.” Said Brad Guidi, Co-Founder and CDO of Blue Flag. 

Built in 1960 on the island’s North Beach Street, The Beachside Hotel celebrates an artistic era in Nantucket’s history–the 1960s and 70s, when artists and craftspeople viewed it as a creative haven. Blue Flag in collaboration with Parts and Labor aimed to celebrate this artistic spirit while delivering the common goal of creating a family-friendly destination.

“Whether you're spending time with your family, friends, or neighbors, Beachside is designed to delight you all; with immersive hangouts, tucked-away hideouts, and a richness of relaxation that will make every moment feel like a never-ending summer. It’s a tranquil getaway just a short jaunt to Jetties beach. Most importantly, family is at the center of everything we do here at Blue Flag, and as the father of three wonderful young children, we wanted to create a place where all can enjoy without sacrificing the highest levels of experiential design and hospitality.” said Jason Brown, Co-Founder & CEO of Blue Flag. 

While summer may very well be the place to see and be seen in Nantucket, Fall is the island's best kept secret. In fact, locals and visitors alike enjoy uncrowded beaches, seasonal cuisine, and annual events like the Turkey Plunge which we hear President Biden often attends. 

With a heated pool, an arcade room for the kids and a chic lobby bar fit for a nightcap or two, your family friendly Autumn escape is just a quick flight away. 

By ML staff. Images courtesy of The Beachside-Matt Kisiday.