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The Rugosa Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Cape Cod Beaches

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Lobby
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4885 US-6, Eastham, MA, 02642
  • Place, Marconi Beach
  • Place, Nauset Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Nauset Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 41 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage, Accessible, Jetted Tub

Family Cottage, Accessible, Jetted Tub

Family Cottage, Accessible, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
  • 43 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Eastham

At The Rugosa Guest House you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Poit's Lighthouse Mini Golf and 1.7 km (1 mi) from Buttonbush Trail. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Other amenities include a garden and a picnic area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Eastham guest house include Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Campground Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nauset Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Nauset Light Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sunken Meadow Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nauset Beach - 20 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arnold's Lobster & Clam Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Red Barn Pizza & More - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wellfleet Shellfish Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪4940 Brickhouse Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Rugosa Guest House

Guesthouse with free parking, near Cape Cod Beaches
The Rugosa Guest House offers its guests a terrace, an arcade/games room, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Eastham guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Rugosa Guest House offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This Eastham guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 20-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

The Rugosa
The Rugosa Guest House Eastham
The Rugosa Guest House Guesthouse
The Rugosa Guest House Guesthouse Eastham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Rugosa Guest House?

The Rugosa Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Rugosa Guest House?

Yep, The Rugosa Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Rugosa Guest House?

The closest beach to The Rugosa Guest House is Nauset Beach (5.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rugosa Guest House?

No, The Rugosa Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rugosa Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rugosa Guest House?

Dogs are welcome at The Rugosa Guest House, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Rugosa Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 124 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with limited outlets and closet space. Very clean and staff/owner were helpful with needs. Perfect for A short stay and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Answered all my questions before my visit.The location is super, hidden gem. Close to many great restaurants.I had been to Eastham many times, and I just learned about it. Very cool vibe, unique vintage decor, not super modern, but I prefer the unique.vintage. Great patio in back too. Super relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful,magical time celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary. The Guest House is beautiful and the fact that it is dog friendly was also a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you stay at a regular hotel or inn I feel safe and quiet but not inspired or fun. Rugosa has fun in its soul. Our room had curated art and just beautiful stuff. It was like walking into the mind of an artist--expressive and non-judgemental--I felt like I was in my home. Sure, there is a kitchen, good coffee, beautiful grounds and pets are welcome--but the soul of Rugosa is art and love. Thanks Joey and Luna.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful guest house, room and property were lovely and excellent hospitality. Would definitely recommend and would plan a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is one of the best gems on the Cape. Joey gets it done. Words aren’t enough. Just go
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kao-yang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well decorated, very impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Artsy Hippie love hotel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun, quirky, comfortable. A great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the perks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Golden Girls Birthday Getaway

We were a party of three seniors celebrating two birthdays for the weekend. I found The Rugosa Guest House on line and we were all pleasantly surprised. At first sight it’s a little eccentric but in a whimsical way. Joey greeted us upon our arrival and couldn’t have been more helpful. We booked a 2 bedroom, 1 & 1/2 bath suite (but could have done without the jacuzzi next to the king size bed :>)). Our rooms were very clean and provided ample fresh linens. Our suite was very comfortable….including the beds! We also had a small balcony which overlooked the pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Almost Perfect!

Overall the experience was great. Just a few minor adjustment would have earned five stars from me. The little freezer in the kitchen needs severe defrosting. It literally looked like items trapped in a tiny glacier. The Keurig coffee maker probably needs to be descaled. It doesn’t dispense the appropriate water no matter which setting is selected. Had to run it at least twice for the same pod. The Xifinity remote is missing a few buttons. While most things could probably be selected using the voice command option, navigating using the arrow buttons is impossible. A simple call to the cable company should easily fix this, even if they charge for a new one. The floor in Room 1 was a little dirty, but only noticed when walking barefoot. And there was still some trash from a previous guest in the bathroom bin. The hot water for the shower was limiting. The place overall was full of charm with its tchotchkes and eclectic artwork throughout. It felt like staying in the house of a favorite relative.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun, eclectic vibe with lots of interesting art. Access to a shared kitchen was convenient for a quick meal and to heat up leftovers. First experience with contactless arrival and it all worked fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were just there for one night after the Wellfleet Oyster Festival. Off season, we were one of 2-3 rooms. We were surprised with a free upgrade to the Captains Quarters. Big room with 4-poster bed and in-room jacuzzi. Very cool building inside and out. Lovely place, tons of original artwork everywhere, relaxed with morning coffee in the sunny living room among the artwork, sculptures, plants, high beams and leather couches. Our kind of place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

isidore

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I loved staying here but you need a full time presence on the property to help out with questions and needs. Your go to person didn't answer phone and when it went to voice mail it was always full so I couldnt leave message.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Saivivek, Zionsville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the outlook this hotel looks artistic and have a good taste in the decor and landscaping. However, cleanliness inside the rooms need to be improved. We had to deal with spider webs and a dirty hot tub. I had to fill and drain the hot tub multiple time, and wipe the tub with a towel to remove the dirt. Although we had issues with cleanliness, I do not want to knock off the stars but this is something it can be improved for the future guests. Another thing to note is front desk is not available throughout the stay and the number they asked us to reach out goes straight to voicemail and it was full.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024