Chatham Inn

Experience extraordinary luxury at Chatham Inn, Cape Cod’s only Relais & Châteaux and Forbes Five-Star hotel. Completely renovated in 2016-2019, modern decor, the finest amenities, and sublime service have been blended with the soul and history of the oldest inn on the Cape.

Each of the 18 guest rooms and suites at our Cape Cod hotel have been newly renovated, blending the soul of our historic property with modern luxuries and amenities. We offer a variety of room types to suit your needs, all featuring gorgeous new marble and onyx bathrooms, modern furnishings, and beautiful original artwork.

Choose from rooms with two twin beds, a queen bed, or a king bed; or enjoy a spacious Premier King Room or Suite which features a private balcony, wood-burning fireplace, and a wet bar with refrigerator.

“Globally inspired, locally acquired” Join us in our dining room year round, and on The Terrace during summer months, for an evening of exceptional fine dining. Our world-class restaurant, is the #1 rated restaurant on Cape Cod.

Using the finest seasonal ingredients from local farmers and fishermen, Chef Isaac Olivo and his culinary team create a unique dining experience that is an innovative and contemporary representation of local traditions and cuisine. Our wine bar, featuring 32 fine wines by the glass, as well as a broad selection of craft beers and specialty cocktails.

Ideally located at the eastern edge of Chatham’s charming Main Street, we are within easy walking distance of spectacular Lighthouse Beach, shopping, fine dining, art galleries, museums, theaters and more. Our beautiful and quintessential New England village is the ideal location from which to explore all of Cape Cod and the islands.

History of the Inn
Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux is the oldest continuously operating inn on Cape Cod. The property was built in 1830 by Gideon and Reliance Small, who came to the Cape from England.

Gideon and Reliance sold the property to their son Sylvester and his wife Augusta, who eventually named it The Travelers Home in 1884. It became the seasonal headquarters for the famous Norfolk Hunting Club, who would arrive in Chatham by train “with an accompanying entourage of hounds and horses.”

After 10 years, Sylvester and Augusta Small sold their inn to a syndicate comprised of Captain Joshua A. Nickerson, Erastus Bearse, Marcus Howard, and Charles Bassett, who owned it for 4 short years from 1894-1898.

In 1898, John P. Farmer bought The Travelers Home and renamed the property Monomoyick Inn, after the Monomoyick Indian tribe that once inhabited lower Cape Cod. He owned the inn for 38 years. When Mr. Farmer passed away in 1936, his wife sold the inn to Carl and Doris Chandler.

The Chandlers opened the first in-house restaurant at the inn, offering breakfast for $0.50 and dinners for $1.25. They owned the inn for 17 years before selling to George Noyes in 1953. Mr. Noyes changed the name to Cranberry Inn, a name that stuck for the next 60 years, and then sold the inn to the McGaw family in1955. The McGaws owned and ran the Cranberry Inn from 1955-1963.

In 1963, Mary and Richard Hamilton bought the Cranberry Inn for $6,000. The Hamiltons had past connections to the property – Richard’s mother had worked at the Inn in 1886, and Mary had worked there as a waitress in 1929.

Mary Hamilton became very well known for her hospitality, and also for her restaurant at the inn, which served breakfast and dinner. Mary sold the Cranberry Inn to the Droney family in 1981, who eventually resold it to Bill and Kay Deford. The Defords owned the inn until the end of 2013, when it was sold to Paul and Lauri Benk.

A year later, the Benk’s sold the inn to Jeff and Kayla Ippoliti. The Ippoliti’s had a new vision – to build one of the premier cuisine and hospitality destinations in the United States, and join the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association.

A luxurious boutique hotel that blended the soul of the historic inn with modern decor and amenities, and a fine dining restaurant and wine bar. A four year remodeling and rebranding project was launched, and Chatham Inn was born.

In October 2019, after nearly five years of dedication, expansion, and renovations, the Ippoliti’s dream was realized – Chatham Inn was invited to become a member of Relais & Chateaux!

Then, in 2022, Chatham Inn attained the coveted Forbes Five-Star designation, making Chatham Inn Relais & Chateaux one of only 323 Five-Star hotels in the world. Chatham Inn proudly continues its nearly 200 year history of excellence in hospitality, and the Ippoliti family welcomes you to this historic inn!

Suite
The Loft Suite is our largest and one of the most luxurious accommodations at our romantic Cape Cod boutique hotel, with a wood burning fireplace and our new onyx Signature Spa Bathroom with 2-person tub.

This second floor Suite opens to a spacious room with dramatic vaulted ceiling, King bed with 2 bedside night tables, a comfortable seating area with wood burning fireplace (seasonal), wet bar with refrigerator, large flatscreen television, dresser, closet, desk, and private outdoor balcony with bistro table and chairs (seasonal).

The stunning bathroom features solid onyx floors, overhead rain shower with body jets, onyx surround and frameless glass enclosure; floating vanity with vessel sink; and 2-person soaking tub. A perfect place to relax with a glass of wine!

A steep staircase leads up to a loft with 2 twin beds, dresser, a second flatscreen television, and a skylight. All of our rooms include DirecTV, Nespresso coffee maker, luxurious robes and slippers, USB charging stations, iron and ironing board, blowdryer, and complimentary WiFi.

Please Note: The loft stairs are steep and not suitable for young children, elderly, or guests with mobility impairments. If you plan to use the Loft, we recommend that you use the gate located at the top of the stairs at all times. The Loft Suite can accommodate up to 4 guests. However, as a romantic inn, our property is generally not appropriate for children under the age of 12.

Premier Fireplace
Room 3 is on the first floor of our romantic Cape Cod hotel, with a garden view and a southeastern exposure. One of our largest accommodations, Room 3 features a new signature spa bathroom with marble floors, frameless glass spa shower with overhead rain shower and body jets, floating vanity with twin granite vessel sinks, and two person soaking tub.

The room also boasts a wood burning fireplace (seasonal) with comfortable seating area and chairs, wet bar and refrigerator, armoire, large 55″ flatscreen television, and an outdoor balcony with bistro table and chairs (seasonal).

All of our rooms include a flatscreen television with DirecTV, Nespresso coffee maker, luxurious robes and Frette slippers, USB charging stations, iron and ironing board, blowdryer, and complimentary WiFi. Maximum occupancy in this room is 2 guests.

Deluxe Rooms 
Room 10 is a quiet corner room offering incredible Chatham lodging. This comfortable room is located on the second floor, and has a sunny, southeastern exposure.

A perennial guest favorite, this bright, cozy, and quiet corner room has two walls of windows. The room features a Queen bed with 2 bedside tables, dresser, 2 chairs, closet, and a brand new marble bathroom including a bathtub with rain shower.

All of our rooms include a flatscreen television with DirecTV, Nespresso coffee maker, luxurious robes and Frette slippers, USB charging stations, iron and ironing board, blowdryer, and complimentary WiFi. Maximum occupancy in this room is 2 guests.

Intimate Gourmet Dining
Whether you experience our chef’s grand breakfast as a guest of Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux, or join us in our highly-acclaimed fine dining restaurant, lovely terrace or award-winning wine bar, you’re sure to be impressed.

Our talented team of chefs utilize the finest products, sourced from local fishermen and farmers, to create an innovative take on traditional Cape Cod cuisine. Visit one of our restaurants and see why Cuvée at Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux has quickly become a premier New England dining destination.

Exquisitely set tables – Villeroy & Boch china, Schott Zwiesel crystal, Frette linens – are the perfect stage for an evening of the finest food and exceptional service at Cape Cod’s Only Relais & Châteaux restaurant.

Experience world-class cuisine at the #1 rated restaurant on the Cape and Islands, and one of the Top 10 restaurants in New England, prepared with the finest seasonal ingredients by our renowned chefs.

Chef’s Table Experience
Enjoy an incredible demonstration of culinary arts from your private bar-height table, intended for maximum viewing pleasure. Feel like a part of the action as our talented Chefs prepare a bespoke 10-12 course dinner exclusively for you and your guests.

Each plate is inspired by your preferences, and will be beautifully presented during this three-hour immersive experience. You may also elect to include reserve wine pairings, carefully selected by our expert Sommelier.

The Wine Bar
Our chic wine bar serves 32 fine wines by the glass and over 150 labels by the bottle, and has been the recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence every year since 2017. A full selection of specialty cocktails and craft beers is also available.

The Terrace
When the summer months arrive, enjoy a beverage al fresco on our lovely landscaped terrace with fire pit, overlooking Chatham’s picturesque Main Street.

Chatham Inn Breakfast
Our grand breakfasts are prepared to order from the extraordinary menu developed by Chef Isaac, with an extensive selection of seasonal entrees that may include Crab Cake Benedict, Cranberry Nut French Toast, and Egg White Frittata.

Breakfast is served in our dining room at Cuvée, one of the top rated fine dining restaurants in the United States. Our breakfast alone is worth the trip to Chatham!

A Glimpse into the Past – HISTORIC CAPE COD
Cape Cod was one of the first places settled in the United States. Contrary to the popular lore of Plymouth Rock, the Pilgrims made their first landing near present-day Provincetown on November 11, 1620. Our beautiful seaside village of Chatham was founded in 1712.

The Cape developed as a large fishing and whaling center in the 1800’s, and the first transatlantic wireless station was built in Chatham by Marconi in 1914. By the late 1800’s the Cape, particularly Chatham, became a popular tourist destination, with people from all over the world coming in to enjoy the pristine beaches, abundant seafood, and breathtaking vistas.

Today, Cape Cod is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, with 40 miles of National Seashore, 60 beaches, biking, boating, fishing, and 42 golf courses. There are 19 picturesque Lighthouses, countless museums and galleries, and restaurants ranging from clam shacks to fine dining that rivals the best in New York City.

Whatever your vacation desires are – quiet days relaxing at the beach, deep sea fishing, fine dining, golfing, boating, visiting our neighboring islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, or even 4-wheeling on the dunes or flying in an antique biplane for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of Cape Cod – we can help arrange it all!

Website: www.chathaminn.com

Rooms: 18

Price: from 243 EUR per night