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The Ocean View

Stay at The Ocean View Motel near Craigville Beach, offering free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and kid-friendly rooms. Rated 4.5 with 61 reviews in Centerville, MA.

966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632, United States View on map
9/10
Exceptional Based on 62 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Kitchens in some rooms
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable beachfront motel with attentive staff

Recent guests highlight the motel’s unbeatable beachside location and friendly service, balanced with some minor upkeep issues. Ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful Cape Cod stay close to Craigville Beach.

Guests often praise

  • Unbeatable location across from Craigville Beach with easy beach access
  • Friendly, accommodating, and helpful staff providing attentive service
  • Clean, comfortable rooms featuring nautical decor and beach-themed details
  • Quiet, relaxed atmosphere even during summer months
  • Some rooms offer private balconies with beautiful ocean and marsh views

Worth knowing

  • Some minor maintenance issues reported, such as rusty shower bases and grimey light switches
  • Road noise and occasional distractions from nearby traffic or children playing may occur
  • Not all rooms have beach views or balconies; ground floor rooms have less expansive views
  • Limited amenities: no pool, no on-site restaurant, and no airport shuttle
  • Parking is free, which adds value compared to nearby alternatives with paid parking

Best for

  • Beach lovers seeking direct access to Craigville Beach
  • Travelers valuing friendly, personalized service in a low-key setting
  • Families and visitors looking for a quiet, kid-friendly environment
  • Guests wanting affordable lodging with thoughtful nautical touches
  • Those who appreciate peaceful coastal views and easy summer beach days
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About this property

Welcome to The Ocean View

Located just across the street from Craigville Beach in Centerville, Massachusetts, The Ocean View offers nautical-themed accommodations in a straightforward motel setting. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and some include kitchens and private balconies with ocean views. Free Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available throughout the property, which provides free parking for guests.

Designed to appeal primarily to beach visitors and families, the motel’s simple yet comfortable rooms reflect a coastal style that many guests find relaxing and authentic to the Cape Cod area. While there is no on-site restaurant or pool, some rooms with kitchens allow for self-catering, supporting a low-key, practical stay.

The property’s location is convenient for exploring nearby attractions such as the Centerville Historical Museum and Barnstable State Forest, both within a few miles. Frequent guests praise the ease of beach access and the calmer atmosphere compared to busier seaside locations, though some note minor upkeep issues and occasional road noise from the surrounding area.

Many reviews highlight helpful staff and the value offered by The Ocean View's beachfront proximity without additional parking fees. While the motel lacks certain amenities like accessibility features or fitness facilities, it is well-suited for visitors seeking a quiet, family-friendly spot near the ocean with essential comforts.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Kitchens in some rooms

Not available at this property

Accessible
Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MB
Maureen Burke Apr 12, 2026
10

This was my third time staying at the Oceanview. I’ll mention what I don’t like first. There’s tiny details that could use attention. Light switches little too grimey. The bottom of the shower has a rusty (but safe) thing going on. Little things that are just general upkeep stuff. The GOOD stuff. The staff is always super helpful. The room was comfortable for a weeks stay. Ive stayed during spring summer and fall and its always beautiful. I’ve stayed on the first floor and always loved it. This time I reserved a room with a private balcony and it was so worth it. The beach is steps away. No paying $25 to park. You get all the buzz of a summer beach but at the end of the day it clears right out and you feel like it’s all yours. Same with first thing in the morning. People doing yoga. Walking. Watching the sunrise. Very chill. The Barnacle clam shack next door has really good seafood. The views out back into the marsh grass are beautiful too. I will warn you. The power wires in the way of the otherwise perfect view, the road noise and kids doing burnouts right before the parking lot is locked at night may be annoying. It’s still 1000% more peaceful than say, Hampton. And none of this is the Motels fault. I love it here and will continue to go back every year.

B
Brittany Mar 31, 2026
10

Very happy with our experience at The Ocean View. We stayed during off-season and found our room to be clean, quiet and had all we needed. It is a beautiful view with the beach out front, too!

AP
A P Mar 19, 2026
10

This place was phenomenal - very memorable. Clean, great views, 5-star service. I can't say enough good things about my stay.

S1
Shelly 1984 Feb 17, 2026
10

I’ve now stayed at the Ocean View 3 times and it never disappoints. The convenience to the beach is truly unbeatable!! The staff has always been so accommodating and friendly. The rooms are clean and the beds are very comfortable, no complaints there at all. Felt like I was sleeping in my own bed. The details they put into their rooms gives you that true Cape feeling and I absolutely love it!! This is a must if you’re looking to stay in the Centerville area. I just recently stayed in the Hyannis Port room and that morning sun on our private balcony was perfection and let’s not forget with an ocean view.

LC
L C Feb 10, 2026
8.0

We'd never been to the Cape before and the Ocean View was recommended by an acquaintance. When we made our reservation, there was only one room open, on the ground floor in the center of the building. It was cute and clean and the window had a view to the public beach across the street. I'm guessing the upstairs rooms with balconies probably have a nicer view of the beach. We were on the fence about the beach itself. While it was nice that it was within easy walking distance, the water was so calm it felt more like being at a large lake than being at the ocean - we really missed seeing big waves and hearing the roar of the surf that we've experienced in other places.

TM
Taylin Matthews Jan 26, 2026
10

Our favorite place to stay on the Cape! Love everything about this place! The staff, rooms, beach view, the beach! EVERYTHING! We also love their sister hotel, The Craigville Beach Inn- 1 mile down the road with a shuttle to and from the beach. Also has amazing staff, beautiful, clean rooms and a great overall experience. We wouldn't stay anywhere else :)

RP
Red Paulin Jan 20, 2026
10

I don't think I have ever been to a place that I have loved as much as this. We booked a 2 night stay in the Nantucket Sound room and absolutely LOVED it!! The place was so clean, and felt like an absolute steal for the cost in comparison to many other places. The motel is located on the beachfront to Craigville Beach, and you can get rooms with balconies that look out to the ocean (which the Nantucket Sound room does). You can easily walk across the street to the beach, and back and forth. It is also located just down the road from The Barnacle (which has amazing food). The location is also really quiet, despite having the public beach out front. I feel relaxed and rejuvenated after spending my weekend here! Housekeeping also promptly restocked the toiletries for us. We had no issues here whatsoever and I'm hoping to come back next summer. I don't think I could more highly recommend a place to stay!!

JG
Joanne Gersten Jan 03, 2026
10

This motel is wonderful. The location right across from the beach is amazing. It is a quiet little area even in the middle of summer. What makes it five stars is the staff. They go above and beyond to make sure the rooms are clean, and that they meet all your expectations. Will definitely be back.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Ocean View

Centerville, Barnstable, MA, USA

Across the street from Craigville Beach, this straightforward motel is 0.9 miles from Centerville Historical Museum and 5.7 miles from Barnstable State Forest.

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