NEW BEDFORD HARBOR HOTEL, ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION, New Bedford

New Bedford Harbor Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection - A downtown hotel with exposed brick rooms, craft beer restaurant, and ferry access

Located in historic downtown New Bedford, this 2-star New Bedford hotel features 70 rooms with exposed brick walls, wooden ceilings, and large windows offering city and harbor views. The New Bedford Harbor Hotel's ground-floor restaurant, 222 Union, serves pub-style fare alongside craft beer and top-shelf whiskey. All accommodations include 40-inch flat-screen TVs, mini-refrigerators, coffeemakers, and premium bedding. The Ascend Hotel provides a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast and maintains a fully equipped fitness center. Business travelers have access to versatile meeting spaces with high-speed Wi-Fi. The property sits less than a mile from the Seastreak Ferry terminal, offering daily trips to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Nearby attractions include the New Bedford Whaling Museum, Art Museum, and Whaling National Historical Park, all within 0.5 miles.

Pros

Historic architectural elements preserved in guest rooms

Central location near multiple museums and cultural sites

On-site gastropub with extensive craft beer selection

Direct access to island ferries

Cons

6 miles distance from New Bedford Regional Airport

Street parking only with hourly meter charges