Not all island escapes are equal. Nantucket – rich, money and permanently trapped in its own salt kiss-style prime time – still sets the East Coast standard for the summer look. It's the same part of the coastal postcard and postal code elasticity: the lobster roll costs $50, and your beach chair comes with monograms and icy rosé.
However, what makes Nantucket endure is not just its scene, but the best way for the hotel to interpret the scene. Some showcase Massachusetts’ Old World Heritage Site with antique claw foot bathtubs and whale era charm. Others prefer the modernity of the breeze: navy and white palettes, lending for surfboards and a Spotify-coded mood board, from James Taylor to Khruangbin. Whether you're spending a long weekend or a whole season, the right hotel sets the tone.
For most people, the goal is not only to get a beach close, but also to use a specific lounge chair, porch or cocktail hour. The morning begins with cappuccinos on the hydrangea-lined terrace. In the afternoon, lean towards the sea on striped cabins or borrowed cruisers. When sunset, it is a rose on the lawn that makes you feel private. From designing promising newcomers to traditional icons of fresh fluffy duvets, these are the 10 best places to live on Nantucket Island this summer, each attraction has been reviewed for comfort, location, style, and the impossible “right crowd”.
