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Emerson Inn By The Sea

4.6(327)
Hotel

About

The Emerson Inn by the Sea is a historic oceanfront hotel in Rockport, blending 1920s art deco charm with modern comforts. Its classic New England style and panoramic views of the Atlantic create a calm, inspiring setting for business retreats and small group gatherings.

The inn offers multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces with ocean vistas, including a grand parlor with elegant furnishings for cooler months. Onsite dining features fresh seafood and regional favorites, making it easy to host seamless meetings and dinners steps from the water.

Best for

  • Ocean-view executive retreats & team offsites
  • Intimate client dinners with local seafood flair
  • Relaxed multi-night stays with coastal charm

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Oldest seaside inn north of Boston with 150+ years of history
Historic Character
Oldest seaside inn north of Boston with 150+ years of history
The Emerson Inn by the Sea offers a classic Massachusetts oceanfront experience with art deco details, local art, and a timeless New England atmosphere that reflects its heritage from the roaring twenties.
Panoramic ocean views with outdoor seating and rockers
Oceanfront Setting
Panoramic ocean views with outdoor seating and rockers
Guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Atlantic from the lawn, rocking chairs on the back deck, and the ocean-view dining room, creating a serene environment for meetings or socializing.
Multiple indoor and outdoor venues with regular live music and special events
Event Spaces & Programming
Multiple indoor and outdoor venues with regular live music and special events
The inn features several event spaces including a grand parlor with historic furnishings and hosts weekly music nights and monthly Moonrise Parties, providing distinctive settings for corporate gatherings and celebrations.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 327 reviews