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Essex Street Inn & Suites Ascend Hotel Collection, 7 Essex Street, Newburyport, MA -(888) 323-5826
Area: Amesbury - Newburyport
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4.35
HOTEL RATING: 
EXCELLENT
4.35 out of 5 (585 Ratings)
5.5 miles Blue Ocean Music Hall
v13 mins driving
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The Spotlight on Essex Street Inn & Suites Ascend Hotel Collection

Charming Colonial Comfort in the Heart of Newburyport

Modern convenience meets historic charm at the Essex Street Inn & Suites Ascend Hotel Collection, right in downtown Newburyport. Set in a beautifully preserved colonial-style building, this boutique inn offers a warm, welcoming vibe with easy access to shops, restaurants, and live music venues. Each room is uniquely decorated with classic New England touches and comes with free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.

Why Concert-goers love it

Location is everything—and here, you're just a short stroll from intimate music venues and riverside nightlife. The hotel’s quiet, residential surroundings offer a peaceful escape after a loud night out, and its central location means no need to worry about late-night transportation. Free parking (with reservation) adds to the convenience for those driving in for the show. Early check-in and an 11:00 AM check-out offer just enough flexibility for concert travelers.

Who this Hotel is great for

- Groups of friends looking for a cozy, centrally located base
- Solo travelers catching a long-awaited gig
- Couples making a romantic concert weekend of it
- Fans who want a quieter place to unwind after the show
- Budget-conscious music lovers appreciating the free breakfast and parking

Food and Drink Options

Start your day (or recover from your night) with a continental breakfast featuring homemade muffins and pastries. While there’s no on-site restaurant, you're surrounded by walkable dining options including cafés, bistros, and taverns that stay open late. Some rooms include microwaves and fridges—handy for late-night snacks or leftovers.

Nightlife Options

While the inn itself offers a more relaxed, quiet vibe, you're just steps from Newburyport’s vibrant nightlife. Head to nearby bars and wine lounges for post-show drinks or check out local venues hosting live acoustic sets. It’s all close, but not noisy.

What People Say

Guests love the inn’s historic charm, walkable location, and personalized service. Many appreciate the clean, cozy rooms and the ease of getting around town without a car. Reviewers often mention the warm hospitality and charming breakfast spread as highlights.

Areas for Improvement

Some guests note that rooms can vary in size and décor due to the historic nature of the building, and the lack of elevators might be a challenge for those with heavy luggage. But most agree the charm outweighs the quirks.

The Bottom Line

Essex Street Inn & Suites is a cozy, character-filled stay that’s perfect for concert-goers wanting walkability, quiet comfort, and a touch of New England charm.
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Free Parking
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Fitness Center
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Internet
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Air Conditioning
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Fishing
` Hiking
` Cycling
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Shared lounge/TV area
` Beachfront
` Wheelchair accessible
` On-site parking
` Concierge services
` Designated Smoking Area
` Live entertainment
` Off-Site parking
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Temporary art galleries
` Pub crawls
` Bike tours
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Electronic room key
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Accessible toilet
` Professional cleaning services
` Internet access (charges may apply)
` Takeout dining services available

Essex Street Inn & Suites Ascend Hotel Collection Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Excellent (4.35 out of 5)

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Laurel Mon, 25 August 2025

Wonderful location but ask to...

Liked: Great location, comfortable bed, quiet room.
Disliked: Bathroom really needs an update. Tile and grout and long past their prime and look dirty. Honestly not sure how they can rent out the room.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Elisabeth Mon, 25 August 2025

Very good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Nicholas Mon, 25 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Dale Wed, 20 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Camila Tue, 19 August 2025

Exceptional

Liked: The location is perfect. The room was very clean and we loved the robes.
Disliked: The building we were staying didn’t have water outside the room

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Sat, 16 August 2025

Exceptional

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Bing Thu, 14 August 2025

Overall a pleasant place to...

Liked: The best part was the location, which was amazing, right in the beautiful historical area. The complimentary breakfast was decent.
Disliked: Unfortunately the bed was too soft and not comfortable.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Vickie Sun, 10 August 2025

Great!

Liked: N/A We left/checked out at 5:15 am prior to breakfast service. However, lovely woman at front made up 2 "to go" bags as she knew we were continuing our journey to another city for a deep sea fishing excursion. The "to go" bags were most welcome & most kind of B & B!
Disliked: Everything was fine

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Kenan Tue, 29 July 2025

We had a very nice...

Liked: We had a very nice room on the third floor (note, no elevator), comfortable size but not much view as this is downtown between other similar buildings. Location is great for walking around town and be sure to visit the water front and take some time to relax on the swings. Great access to restaurants downtown (we visited the Grog which was very nice with more than ample half portions). Parking is tight and limited so we planned ahead and got there mid afternoon and had time to visit most of downtown. Breakfast is good, basically a cold buffet with some pre-packaged sandwiches available.It was limited but easily enough to satisfy your needs (muffins were great). Well recommended.
Disliked: This location is perfect for being downtown and close to all of the action, stores, restaurants and not far to walk to the waterfront park and walking trail.

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Anonymous Sat, 26 July 2025

Very good

Liked: Loved the location, pertly of parking, the room had lots of space, air con upstairs and downstairs was a bonus
Disliked: Coffee machine wasn’t the best, ended up at Starbucks everyday.

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Essex Street Inn & Suites Ascend Hotel Collection 7 Essex Street, Newburyport, MA