White Elephant Inn - Nantucket, Massachusetts - Luxury Inn

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Rooms & Suites: 54 Rooms & Suites

The White Elephant, located alongside Nantucket's magnificent harbor, has been considered an island landmark since the 1920's. What began as an eclectic mix of cottages has evolved into a premier hotel that offers an unexpected blend of island charm and sophisticated amenities.

The White Elephant sits serenely on the waterfront, yet is only minutes from the unique boutiques and art galleries, mouth-watering restaurants, and fascinating museums for which the island is known.

Trip Type

Romantic Getaway

Accommodations

The hotel consists of 53 chic, light-filled guest rooms and suites, most with working fireplaces and harbor views, and 11 garden cottages. Also available is 57 Easton, a 4 bedroom house that includes all hotel amenities and services, as well as a one bedroom guest cottage. 57 Easton - Residence with four bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, four bathrooms and fireplace and one bedroom with kitchenette. Three Bedroom Cottage - Queen master bedroom and two bedrooms with two twins or king. Living area with pullout sofa plus two baths. Two Bedroom Cottage - King master bedroom plus bedroom with two twins or king. Living area with fireplace and adjacent den with pullout sofa. Includes kitchenette, dining area, two full baths & patio. One Bedroom Cottage - Queen bedroom with comfortable living area including a full-size pullout sofa. Shoreline Suite - Oversized living area with fireplace, wet bar and refrigerator connected to a bedroom with a king bed and a marble bathroom. Harbor View Suite - King bedroom and sitting room with harbor views and a fireplace. Garden View Suite - King bedroom and sitting room with garden views and a fireplace. Harbor View Guest Room - King bedroom with a view of the harbor. Garden View Guest Room - King bedroom with a view of the garden.

Leisure

Nearby: Fitness Club / Yoga - Nantucket Health Club, 508-228-4750 on 10 Young's Way is open daily. Miacomet Golf Course, Island Tours, Sites & Museums, Bike Paths & Rentals, Lighthouses, Water Activities

Explore

Aunt Leah's Fudge - A mouth-watering confectioner offering 30 different kinds of delicious fudge. Children's Beach - Perfect beach for kids - calm water, picnic area, playground, activities and food stands. Oldest House - Nantucket's oldest standing residence dates back to 1686. Hadwen House - This historic site is Nantucket Island's best-known architectural symbol of the prosperity enjoyed by the 19th-century whaling merchants. Whaling Museum - The history of Nantucket's whaling industry and artifacts are exhibited at this museum. Nantucket Vineyard, Cisco Brewery and Triple Eight Distillery. Madaket Beach - Located on the south side of Nantucket, this beach is known for its rough surf. Cisco Beach - Nantucket beach on the ocean side. Surfside Beach - Oceanside Nantucket beach. Tom Nevers - Oceanside beach features coarse sand and heavy surf. Brant Point Lighthouse - Established in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse has been in service more than 250 years. Great Point Light - Towering more than 60 feet, this historic lighthouse was established in 1784, destroyed in 1984 and rebuilt in 1986. Sankaty Head Lighthouse, Siasconset - Built in 1850, this distinctive brick lighthouse stands on a bluff 90 feet above sea level. Force 5 Watersports - This shop will rent wind-surfers as well as kayaks. Young's Bicycle Shop - The shop offers bike rentals. Sports Locker on Wheels - The shop offers inline skates for rent. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Park - Nature reserve Jetties Beach - The best island beach within walking distance of town, Jetties is ideal for kids. Siasconset Beach - Nantucket beach on the ocean side. Long Pond Trail - Nature trail that winds across 1.25 miles of scenic landscape. The Maria Mitchell Science Center - Named after Maria Mitchell, an American astronomer born in 1818 on Nantucket, Massachusetts, this observatory sponsors educational programs related to the solar system and worlds beyond.