The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s

Comprised of several renovated historic buildings dating back to the early 1800s clustered around a pretty garden courtyard, the Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s has been hosting guests since 1979. The decor throughout is contemporary country --wainscoted walls frame rooms decorated in wicker furniture, with well-worn rugs, chairs bedecked in floral fabrics, and built-in bookcases with board games and books ready to be borrowed. Guests are mainly couples on romantic getaways, though a few families stay here on occasion.

Situated behind Town Hall on Bradford Street, the Provincetown Hotel makes a convenient home base as it’s one block away from Commercial Street, Ptown’s main drag for restaurants, bars, and shops. Provincetown Art Association and Museum is a 12-minute walk away, and Pilgrim Monument is a short three-minute walk away. Provincetown Municipal Airport is an eight-minute drive away, while the ferry pier is just a three-minute walk -- the hotel offers free shuttle service to both.

The 18 guest rooms are clustered around the hotel’s quiet courtyard, with inviting decor akin to a friend’s tasteful country house; think: modern floral fabrics, muted color palettes, fireplaces, and -- in some rooms -- private decks.  While no two rooms are exactly alike, all are comfortable, spacious and outfitted with mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, microwaves, Keurig coffee machines, plush robes, and many have stoves. DVD players are also included -- handy for viewing the hotel’s ultra-extensive DVD library in the reception area. Tan-tile bathrooms have luxury bath products from the Sense Collection by William Roam and most have jetted tubs. There are also designated pet-friendly rooms for visitors who want to pack their pooch, which include dog beds, organic treats, loaner leashes, and bowls for food and water.

The hotel’s common Great Room encourages camaraderie, with piles of board games, well-worn paperbacks, comfy sofas, and a fireplace for cozying around. A daily, made-to-order breakfast is served in the morning, while homemade cookies and refreshments are offered each afternoon. The garden provides a peaceful spot during the day and in the evening, when wicker chairs are pulled up around a fire pit and fairy lights illuminate the trees.