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Compass Rose Inn

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Newburyport with free breakfast

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King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Staircase
Front of property
King Bed Suite #4 with Sleeper Sofa, Soaking tub with Shower, Water Views | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
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Nestled in a shopping district, Compass Rose Inn offers a warm welcome with breakfast, a cozy lobby fireplace, and inviting garden. Connect to WiFi or get lost in the pages of the library's books.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 1,122
SAR 1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep

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King Bed Suite #1, First Floor, Generous walk in Shower | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Bed Suite #2, Second Floor, Soaking Tub with Shower | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite #5 with Sleeper Sofa, Generous walk in Shower | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower

King Bed Suite #3, Third Floor, Generous walk in Shower | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Stair Access Only) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Stair Access Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
5 1/2 Center Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

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

  • ‪Black Cow - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Factory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grog Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Compass Rose Inn

Upscale bed & breakfast in a shopping district
At Compass Rose Inn, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Rose Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Compass Rose Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Compass Rose Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Compass Rose Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Compass Rose Inn located?

Located in the heart of Newburyport, this bed & breakfast is steps from Custom House Maritime Museum, Waterfront Promenade Park, and Oldies Marketplace. Firehouse Center for the Arts and The Collection are also within 5 minutes. Newburyport Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Compass Rose Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 192 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

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and beautifully decorated and spacious rooms. Location supreme!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Greg

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

Christopher

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

Todd

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

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

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

Carolyn

Great stay food was amazing and workers are so kind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible service and amazing breakfast. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old style charm with modern facilities Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn and great innkeeper. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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

Mickey

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

10/10 Excellent

Nina

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

Can’t wait to go back!

Great experience with a wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is beautiful. Kim, the innkeeper was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The innkeeper was very welcoming and the inn is both comfortable and low-key. The perfect spot to make your base for both walking to Newburyport’s many attractions or easy day trips in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

mark

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