The location is in the center of Newburyport and is a very easy walk to restaurants, shops and a waterfront park. The other guests were interesting to talk with during breakfast. Management was very nice. There was a mixup upon arrival - another couple had gotten booked in our room. They actually had walked into the wrong inn, their reservation was elsewhere. Once the issue was worked out we were given the option of taking that room or another one on a upper floor. We took the upper floor and were very glad we did. The first floor room is right beside a pretty little garden. If people are sitting in the garden and talking it is definitely too close to not overheard the conversation. So, our upper floor room was perfect - lovely, clean and spacious.

The location is perfect! It's very walkable to all of downtown! The room was great--ours in particular had a private walk-up so it was almost like having a tiny apartment to ourselves! Very sweet inn.

The parking was a bit confusing at first, but after reading over the instructions more, we eventually got it. There were so few parking spots though, that I'd worry if we needed to go anywhere, we wouldn't have a spot to return to.

The place is beautiful, well-appointed complete with fireplace, close to the Merrimack and very close to the center of Newburyport. It was actually a 2 room suite. The place was built from scratch in the last 20 years, but done with suc excellent craftmanship that most people believe it is a 200 year old house that has been refurbished. And Janet is a very friendly and welcoming innkeeper who provided us with an excellent breakfast.

The Compass Rose is a beautifully maintained property with immaculate spacious rooms . The rooms are thoughtfully equipped with any items that you may need or forgot to pack. The Beds and bedding are very comfortable. The Staff is warm and inviting! And the proximity to all restaurants and attractions is perfect ! Just park your car and enjoy your stay.

Fabulous ground-floor suite, wish I had been staying longer. Extremely clean and comfortable. Period interior decor. Parking right behind the property, and walking distance from all of Newburyport's shops and sights. Lovely breakfast. Great location for my purposes which was to visit Newburyport and then spend a couple of days birdwatching on Plum Island.

The location was perfect in the center of town and walking distance to all the shops , restaurants and the water with a great walk / bike path. The inn keeper was amazing so friendly and accommodating and her breakfasts were amazing !

The Compass Rose exceeded my expectations - the room was amazing and spacious, location was excellent (walking distance from everything) and had convenient parking. Unfortunately, we didn't have a chance to have breakfast, but we enjoyed the cookies and port that were always available. Highly recommend!!

Check in was a little confusing - I ended up knocking on someone's residence because it had the same address as the Hotel. Would've liked some additional instructions on how to check in.

This beautiful inn was built to look like it had stood there for 200 years. Lucky to talk to the owner of the inn, who pointed out his inspirations and the architectural details. Love the fact that all guests rooms in this boutique inn are suites. Each suite is decorated with a different color and pattern theme, all making reference to the period, yet with luxury modern bathroom vanities. Compass Rose Inn is meant for travelers who fantasize for living in the glorious 1800s Newburyport. The inn keeper is hospitable, does a lovely job providing a spread of breakfast. Centrally located, walk to restaurants, galleries, lots of hidden-gem stores. Much gratitude to the inn staffs for making the inn a magical place. Can't wait to come back and stay in a different suite. Linda

The Inn is ideally located, with most everything a walkable distance. The Innkeeper is absolutely lovely and provides a great continental breakfast everymorning. We will definitely return!

beautifully maintained, great location, spacious, Janet is amazing! great food. port and cookies always available in the lobby as well as coffee and tea. comfy bed. large bathroom. spacious rooms. fireplace.

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