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Frommer's Highly Recommended

Formerly one of the grand hotels of Martha's Vineyard, this imposing 1879 property, right on the harbor, is now a solid entry in the good-value category, especially with its low off-season rates. It occupies a terrific location in Oak Bluffs, across the street from the harbor, in the center of the action. The only drawback here can be the noise from revelers on the boats in the harbor or traffic on busy Lake Avenue. There are still remnants from the hotel's years of grandeur -- the rockers that line the spacious wraparound porch, and the lobby with its old photographs, dark-stained oak trim, old-fashioned registration desk, and Victorian reproductions. Most of the rooms are fairly compact and basic, though some are roomy with harbor views. Many have easy access to the wraparound decks on all three floors of the inn. The Wesley Arms, behind the main building, contains 33 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, accessible by elevator. Eight suites and executive suites contain kitchenettes. Five rooms are equipped for travelers with disabilities. Note: Reserve early to specify harbor views, which do not cost more than regular rooms. This is also one of the few Vineyard hotels that does not require a minimum stay in season.

Copyright: Excerpted from Frommer's Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard 2009, (c) 2008, Wiley Publishing, Inc.

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