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Memorial Day on Nantucket
Are you ready to kick off the summer season this upcoming Memorial Day Weekend? We, at Hotel Pippa, are excited for the months to come and thrilled to welcome guests for high season on Nantucket. We still have a few rooms available for the holiday weekend – three days of sailing races, strolls on the beach, on-island explorations, delicious local...

Spring on Nantucket
After a long New England winter, there is no better spring escape than a trip to Nantucket. A getaway to the charming island that Hotel Pippa calls home guarantees an idyllic break from daily life, blissful temperatures, festive events, and affordable rates. As Nantucket brightens up, visitors can enjoy a relaxing stroll on the beach or fun...

Celebrating Spring Awakening with Daffodil Weekend
A true Nantucket tradition, the 45th Annual Chamber Daffodil Festival will take place throughout the island April 26-28, 2019. Now is the time to book your stay at Hotel Pippa, located steps from downtown Nantucket and all the excitement of the flower festival. Daffodil Weekend started as a simple affair in the 1970s, when islanders would show...

Winter Weekend on Nantucket
There are countless reasons to plan a winter weekend on Nantucket – the winter season is the perfect time to fully unplug, enjoy the snow-covered streets, stroll the island’s empty yet stunning beaches and pay a visit to the many businesses open year-round. With daily flights on Cape Air and ferries running from/to Hyannis multiple times a day,...

A Time-Honored Tradition – Christmas Stroll on Nantucket
There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit than to book a trip to Nantucket for Christmas Stroll. Now in its 45th year, the special weekend brings a uniquely festive atmosphere to the island from November 30 to December 2. It is also the perfect occasion to create memories that will last a lifetime… and get a head start on holiday...

Thanksgiving and Christmas Tree Lighting
Off-Season Nantucket is truly special. The island is a haven of relaxation and peace for anyone looking to get away for a few days. Think peaceful beach walks, art gallery strolls, delicious intimate meals at award-winning restaurants and shopping at a less frenetic pace. Thanksgiving week is no exception, with islanders connecting as a larger...

Exploring Nantucket Beaches
One of the “Best Islands in the World,” Nantucket is dubbed The Faraway Land and known the world over for its charming cobblestone streets, rich history, beautiful gardens and rugged nature. The heart of Nantucket is idyllic Main Street, a beautiful thoroughfare where remarkably preserved 18th and 19th-century architecture coexists, along with...