Martha's Vineyard hotels, resorts, and bed and breakasts guide!

Martha's Vineyard is located seven miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Legend states that English explorer Bartholomew Gosnold named the island after his baby daughter, Martha, and the abundance of wild grapes found there. Today, Martha's Vineyard comprises six towns: Chilmark, Edgartown, Aquinnah, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, and West Tisbury. Each town is distinct in character, but all welcome tourists. Martha's Vineyard has long been a vacation spot for the rich and famous. Notable past vacationers are former President Clinton and Sen. Hillary Clinton. However, guests do not have to be celebrities to enjoy a getaway to the island, which boasts 125 miles of seashore, five lighthouses, and incomparable natural splendor. The beautifully appointed interiors of Martha's Vineyard's hotels mirror the gorgeous landscape of the island.

Visiting Martha's Vineyard

Visitors may reach Martha's Vineyard by boat or plane. Massachusetts offers ferries to the island from Woods Hole, Falmouth, Hyannis, New Bedford, and Nantucket. Woods Hole's ferries carry passengers and cars, and sail every day throughout the year. Ferry reservations are highly recommended for vehicle transport, and vacationers can make them by calling (508) 477-8600 or (508) 693-9130. Ferries from Falmouth, Hyannis, and New Bedford carry only passengers, and they operate during the spring, summer, and fall. Nantucket passenger ferries run during the summer only. Planes to Martha’s Vineyard Airport depart from Boston, Hyannis, Nantucket, New Bedford, and Providence year-round. Charter planes also are available.