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Compass Rose Inn

4.0 star property

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King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower
King Bed Suite #4 with Sleeper Sofa, Soaking tub with Shower, Water Views
Staircase
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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5 1/2 Center Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
  • Place, Waterfront Promenade Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plum Island Point
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Salisbury Beach State Reservation
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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King Bed Suite #1, First Floor, Generous walk in Shower

King Bed Suite #1, First Floor, Generous walk in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Bed Suite #2, Second Floor, Soaking Tub with Shower

King Bed Suite #2, Second Floor, Soaking Tub with Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower

King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Bed Suite #4 with Sleeper Sofa, Soaking tub with Shower, Water Views

King Bed Suite #4 with Sleeper Sofa, Soaking tub with Shower, Water Views

King Bed Suite #4 with Sleeper Sofa, Soaking tub with Shower, Water Views

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Suite #5 with Sleeper Sofa, Generous walk in Shower

King Suite #5 with Sleeper Sofa, Generous walk in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Stair Access Only)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Stair Access Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Newburyport

A stay at Compass Rose Inn places you in the heart of Newburyport, steps from Custom House Maritime Museum and Waterfront Promenade Park. .This bed & breakfast is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Hampton Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Oldies Marketplace.
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What's nearby

  • Waterfront Promenade Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plum Island Point - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Salisbury Beach - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Salisbury Beach State Reservation - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Hampton Beach - 18 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Newburyport Station - 3 min drive
  • Rowley Station - 13 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Level Oyster Bar NBPT - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪NU Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Abraham's Bagels - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Factory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Compass Rose Inn

Bed & breakfast in Newburyport with free breakfast
Compass Rose Inn offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Newburyport bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include a fireplace in the lobby and a picnic area.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0007652060
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that the room type 2 Queen Beds (Stair Access Only), is detached from the main building and not on the ground level. This room is only accessible by exterior stairs.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Compass Rose Inn Newburyport
Compass Rose Inn
Compass Rose Newburyport
Compass Rose Hotel Newburyport
Compass Rose Inn Newburyport
Compass Rose Inn Bed & breakfast
Compass Rose Inn Bed & breakfast Newburyport

Compass Rose Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 197 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful inn and conveniently located near the center of town. We parked the car when we checked in and didn’t use it again until we left for the airport The air conditioning was too cold. We
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

We loved our stay and were so happy we chose the Compass Rose. The suite was spacious and comfortable. The location was wonderful, within easy walking distance of everything but tucked away behind a lovely courtyard so it was quiet and private. We loved the bunny rabbit that visited the courtyard :-) Fresh baked cookies, port, and other treats were in constant supply. Addison and Kenzie were so helpful, professional, and friendly. The breakfast was very good and nicely done. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Property had no staff to check in-or out , or assist with luggage Room was on 3 rd floor , steep staircase No Elevator I was not able to bring my luggage up the stairs Not suitable for elderly guests , or guests with knee or back problems No one assisted with breakfast , left for self service , and quality of food fair for bed and breakfast Location was excellent Parking difficult , not clearly marked address of building or parking space overall would not say fair value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much. We had a wonderful stay, too short. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations, food and service were great. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly lovely B&B. Large suite. Beautifully maintained. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT TASTE IN DESIGN. BREAKFAST GOOD. ALL AROUND, A PLACE WE WOULD STAY ANYTIME WE ARE IN THE VICINITY.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Compass Rose, will go back soon

Rooms were spacious, lots of charm we were faked out because it looked older, but it was new construction with an older flare. All amenities looked new. Lookout over the river was nice. Short walk ( or crawl) to many eating spots and stores
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house. Great amenities and wonderful hostess. Loved everything about it and can’t wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at the Compass Rose Inn because it was close to a concert we were attending. We were able to walk back and forth. We were very happy with the Compass Rose. Both Inn Keepers we met were so nice and helpful. I Expected just a adequate breakfast, but it was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming inn
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Travelled with family
I met with my sister and nieces for a night getaway. 1/2 way for us. I found the compass rose inn in my search! I’m so glad I did. We had the outside room. 2 queen beds. Sadie the manager was so wonderful. The place is very quaint. Cozy. We will definitely be going there again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hosts and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostess was very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was healthy and good. Easy walk to the boardwalk. Nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a newly built B and B which is beautiful in every way. Great location for dinning and shopping. Very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024