I stayed with a friend for 2 nights and was delighted. The beach is just across the street, and I could hear the waves, but no traffic! Room "snug" but fine. Friendly owner, fabulous breakfast, and a lovely closed porch for ocean viewing, reading and visiting. Will definitely go again!

My small daughter, wife, and I stayed here, and wow, it was a great place. Great breakfast, and the Innkeeper told us about great places to visit in the town. When my other daughter and I go back to Gloucester this July (2008) THIS is where we are going to stay!

Ocean views, clean rooms, friendly repeat guests and an unpretentious owner all add to a positive experience at the Samarkand. One of the best locations on Good Harbor Beach. Start your morning out with fresh baked goods, hot coffee and great conversations with a diverse group of people. Walk across the road look for creatures in the creek and ...