Remember what it was like to be a kid? The world was a playground, the days were long, adventure was ready to be found everywhere. At the Winnetu, you're never too old to indulge that playful spirit- and we believe there's no easier place to find it again than on the island of Martha's Vineyard. So come join us at South Beach- just a boat ride from home, a bike ride from town, and a vacation away from the mainland.
Here on Martha's Vineyard everything is just a little bit different than back home, a little slower, a little simpler. The real distinguishing factor here is the staff - could not be more accommodating. From restaurant recommendations to arranging a ride to the ferry terminal via their shuttle, we were extremely pleased with their friendly service.
Here on Martha's Vineyard everything is just a little bit different than back home, a little slower, a little simpler. The real distinguishing factor here is the staff - could not be more accommodating. From restaurant recommendations to arranging a ride to the ferry terminal via their shuttle, we were extremely pleased with their friendly service.
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Did you hear that our sister resort is now accepting reservations for its new accommodations? Escape for a long weekend this fall. Tap the link in our bio to learn why @bostonmagazine thinks Winnetu is one of the best ways to getaway this year. Head Concierge Tim Benoit and General Manager Matthew Moore are just two of the many smiling faces you'll find around the resort.
Fall is spectacular on the Vineyard. Enjoy it even more with your ENTIRE family - including your K-9 BFF! We have 11 acres on the beach for you and your family to enjoy, and the beaches are open for your pooch to run free! Enjoy bike rides along the coast or into town and unwind with a dip in our outdoor heated pool or hot tub.
Season 2020: Outdoor dining offered at the Dunes deck and Pool Grill. Takeout from the Winnetu General Store can be enjoyed around the property and at the beach. All tables are six-feet apart. We follow all guidelines for safety procedures in the restaurants. We also offer take-out and room service and have private dining rooms for guests to reserve for their family and friends.
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Paul Conroy
Oct 20, 2021
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Jaden M.
Oct 17, 2021
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Matt L.
Oct 07, 2021
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Located south of Edgartown, the Winnetu was our lodging choice for two nights on Martha's Vineyard at the end of September. We had a 2 bedroom on the third floor of the main building and it was a great spacious room that could sleep 6 people easily. The guest bathroom was very spacious and was surprisingly smaller than the master bathroom in the master bedroom. The 2 bedroom had a washer/dryer which was great to have!
The hotel can offer and arrange shuttle pick up from the ferry dock at Oak Bluff but due to covid and staffing, it was challenging arranging a pick up but they were able to drop
The hotel can offer and arrange shuttle pick up from the ferry dock at Oak Bluff but due to covid and staffing, it was challenging arranging a pick up but they were able to drop
Leonard Krulewich
Aug 25, 2021
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Rooms are functionable. It was nice to walk out of the room onto the lawn, especially when you have three kids. Problem was that this is not on the beach and it was half mile walk. It was a nice pool but filled with children and no adult time. Parking was close by. Employees seemed happy to be there and were pleasant.. for families with children, there is a kid's club which my grandchildren loved. Breakfast at the Dunes Restaurant was good but dinner was poor. I asked for.plain iced tea and it was flavored and sweet. My haddock was dry and overcooked and came inundated with peppers. The bread tasted
Luke Ruggieri
Jul 13, 2021
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This property is wonderful. The Staff at the front desk are so welcoming and their smiles are contagious! Tim the concierge is extremely helpful. I had a lobster roll at the poolside bar and it was delicious. The service at this property was amazing, they really care about their guests and it shows. Every employee I came in contact with was such a pleasure to have met. I highly recommend staying here!! Thank you for a wonderful time on the Vineyard.
Rachel R.
Jul 12, 2021
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This place is so good that I'm reviewing it and I didn't even stay here. My boyfriend and I took the bus to South Beach to spend the day there, but didn't realize there were no food places near the beach, except for Winnetu's restaurant and poolside dining. We walked over there and were greeted by a lovely staff member at the front desk, who confirmed the pool dining was open. She took us to the back and we got a table right away. The food was SO clean tasting, quick to come, and our waitress was amazing (if you're from Westchester, we don't know your name, but you rocked!) The entire resort was
Kroughsedge
Jun 29, 2021
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Completely deceptive resort. Do not book through their online site as they will charge you for travel insurance that you did not select. There is no indication you have travel insurance until check out where they will state their is nothing they can do. Winnetu will then direct you to Travel Guard who will state there is no policy number associated indicating no insurance was selected. Complete run around and deceptive. Stay elsewhere if you want an honest resort. Not worth it.
Cory Attra
Jun 21, 2021
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Location is amazing if you like being away from the Island scene. Rooms are comfortable and clean. Staff is friendly. 2 annoyances gives this place 3 stars and both pertain to the restaurant Dunes. First, the dining experience is disappointing and marginally passable for the venue. Second, they over charge for drinks with no apologies or corrections in prices listed versus prices charged, even when I brought this to the hotel’s attention. Would stay there again but avoid Dunes.
Rachel G.
Jun 18, 2021
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Amazing resort! If you have young kids this is the perfect vacation. There is a kids club from 9-12 and some night'a (could be all during season) they have an evening program for kids 5:30-9:30. The shuttle bus comes to pick them up right in front and adults can hop on a winnetu shuttle bus into town. The beach here is beautiful and pool is very relaxing. Can't recommend enough!
Genny S.
Jun 02, 2021
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Not really covering the looks although it is a pretty spot but each cottage gets its own wifi. I am a college student who has online classes and homework, and once logged into my cottage's own wifi, it is short lived. I could be in the middle of a call and the wifi will just drop and disconnect me. This has happened multiple times and I have to quickly reconnect myself to not lose my place. If a place offers you to have wifi at your cottage, it would be nice if every few minutes I wasn't worrying about reconnecting my devices - sincerely disappointed
Briana Betts
May 26, 2021
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Mike C.
Oct 03, 2020
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Visited Martha's Vineyard (Sept 19th - 22nd), with my wife and her family and we decided to stayed at the Winnetu Resort. We were concerned with covid, but the resort was very well prepared for guests. The resort is beautiful and staff were so friendly. We had a 2 bedroom suite that looked out toward the ocean...it was such an incredible time. Rooms were clean and nice, the grounds of the resort were great and goin to sleep hearing the waves crash was the best. Breakfast was included which was a plus (staff have buttons of their faces so guests can see what's behind the mask- great idea
Ethan M.
Sep 06, 2020
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Winnetu Oceanside Resort is the hotel to go to if you are traveling to Martha's Vineyard. The hotel is very spacious and beautiful on both the inside and outside. They have a large green lawn featuring soccer goals, a small pond, chairs, and more. The rooms are also very nice.
One of the things that made our trip at Winnetu so memorable was their staff and their willingness to help. We had planned a day trip to Nantucket which they helped us with transportation and making the trip amazing. Allison, one of the ladies in the concierge section was very helpful.
Overall, we were incredibly
One of the things that made our trip at Winnetu so memorable was their staff and their willingness to help. We had planned a day trip to Nantucket which they helped us with transportation and making the trip amazing. Allison, one of the ladies in the concierge section was very helpful.
Overall, we were incredibly
Maria S.
Apr 04, 2018
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Jules B.
Oct 04, 2016
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Beautiful resort but the fun stops at 9pm.
We stayed in a garden studio which was absolutely beautiful and in a great location at the Winnetu. We felt like we were in our own exclusive area! The room was very modern with a kitchenette, large bathroom, king bed and outdoor seating area. Also appreciated the comfy robes!
All staff members were really friendly and helpful that we encountered. Breakfast is complimentary in the Dunes restaurant but gratuity is expected even though you serve yourself. They do bring you water so I guess that's why they expect tip?
The resort is "quiet"
We stayed in a garden studio which was absolutely beautiful and in a great location at the Winnetu. We felt like we were in our own exclusive area! The room was very modern with a kitchenette, large bathroom, king bed and outdoor seating area. Also appreciated the comfy robes!
All staff members were really friendly and helpful that we encountered. Breakfast is complimentary in the Dunes restaurant but gratuity is expected even though you serve yourself. They do bring you water so I guess that's why they expect tip?
The resort is "quiet"
Doug D.
Sep 10, 2016
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Great resort with excellent service personnel. Very relaxing place to stay. Very family friendly. One of the only resorts on the ocean. Had an ocean front suite and we enjoyed it very much. I would give them five stars but the bed was a little bowed. When a place is this expensive the beds should not be allowed become worn before replacing them.
Darya I.
Jul 02, 2016
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What a great place to stay in Martha's Vineyard! There is so much to offer and such nice rooms. If you have a house nearby you can also use the things in the resort.
So in the resort there is a pool that is pretty big, a large field with things like balls to play with that the guests can use, a life size chess board and pieces, and a shuttle that takes you to the center of Edgartown every hour.
The resort is near South Beach and you could bike to Edgartown center. To rent a bike just tell the front desk the night before and the bikes will be waiting for you the next day.
The rooms are
So in the resort there is a pool that is pretty big, a large field with things like balls to play with that the guests can use, a life size chess board and pieces, and a shuttle that takes you to the center of Edgartown every hour.
The resort is near South Beach and you could bike to Edgartown center. To rent a bike just tell the front desk the night before and the bikes will be waiting for you the next day.
The rooms are
Jc P.
Jun 20, 2016
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Sitting here on the way back to New York; I'm in awe of how beautiful of a vacation I just had. My family stayed at the Winnetu Resort for a mini getaway (mid June Fri-Monday).
The grounds are gorgeous and staff excellent! Pool is a nice temperature. The man giving out the towels always with a smile on his face. The beach that the resort is on has nice soft sand.
I saw kids, couples enjoying romantic bike rides, what looked like a company retreat, my sisters and I are young adults. The resort is for every age group.
No need to bring beach chairs, provided. They provide every yard game
The grounds are gorgeous and staff excellent! Pool is a nice temperature. The man giving out the towels always with a smile on his face. The beach that the resort is on has nice soft sand.
I saw kids, couples enjoying romantic bike rides, what looked like a company retreat, my sisters and I are young adults. The resort is for every age group.
No need to bring beach chairs, provided. They provide every yard game
Charlie K.
Feb 08, 2016
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My consulting team had a retreat at the Winnetu Resort at Martha's Vineyard and it was an incredible experience, to say the least. We had 2 bedroom suites lined up for each of us and our significant others that also had full kitchens and living rooms. My room was located on the ground floor, so we also had a yard area with views of the ocean and back patio for lounging. The resort itself was very clean and the staff was amazing. They had a scavenger hunt set up for us as team building exercises during the day, and open bar / restaurants open in the evening. We also had a clam bake on the final
Ashley M.
Sep 20, 2015
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I came here with my family- my father and my sister. I will say first that the hotel and rooms are stated to be ocean side / have ocean views. This just is not accurate. The photographs of the winnetu on the website make the property seem much closer to be beach, and we spent many moments talking about how that picture was accomplished. Just know that you'll be walking for five minutes to get there. Not bad but not what is pictured.
Second, this is a family hotel. Kids, kids and more kids. Sometimes that doesn't impact your day to day but this will.
I agree with the reviews,
Second, this is a family hotel. Kids, kids and more kids. Sometimes that doesn't impact your day to day but this will.
I agree with the reviews,
Jason L.
Jul 28, 2015
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Jaimee A.
Jul 18, 2015
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The Winnetu outdid itself and earned the extra star!! This is a very special resort. The staff is amazing - especially Tim Benoit and his partner Carlos. We contacted Tim several weeks before our arrival to confirm our reservations and spaces in the Kid's Club. He did a phenomenal job. Tim and Carlos also made some great local recommendations for us.
When we arrived, everyone came out to greet us (by name). They were super friendly and remembered my girl's names. They gave us the same room that we had last year (very nice touch) and added a white noise machine!!!
When we entered our
When we arrived, everyone came out to greet us (by name). They were super friendly and remembered my girl's names. They gave us the same room that we had last year (very nice touch) and added a white noise machine!!!
When we entered our
A. P.
Aug 11, 2014
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Love this South Beach resort. Great for kids. The kids loved the morning camp from 9-12 and the evening activities. The staff is very professional. Our townhouse unit had everything we needed and additional amenities to make our stay wonderful. Martha's Vineyard is truly one of the most beautiful vacation spots and Winnetu is the place to stay!!
Angela C.
Jul 09, 2013
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We stayed here during our Fourth of July holiday, and were happy with our choice. I chose this place because it is very accomodating to families with small children. We have a 6 month old and upon our request Winnetu had a pack and play and high chair in our room before our arrival. We stayed in a one bedroom suite in the main building, which had a kitchenette, and living room. The sofa and chair converted to queen and twin size beds. We were located close to the heated outdoor pool, and poolside grill which serves lunch. There are great areas on the grounds for fun photo shoots. There is
Amy Y.
Jun 22, 2013
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My family just returned from a weeks stay and it was excellent. I chose the Winnetu because of the children's activities and they did not disappoint. Not only did my husband and I get to spend every morning together (sans kids) but we even had a date night with the children's evening programming. My kids loved the activities--my 11 year old made friends and my 3 year old loved the "green teachers" (because of the color of their shirts).
Staff were excellent and helpful. My son's bike pedal fell off while there and Greg, the concierge, connected us with the company that
Staff were excellent and helpful. My son's bike pedal fell off while there and Greg, the concierge, connected us with the company that
Laura H.
May 06, 2013
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This place is overall pretty nice. Scenic. My room was tiny but some of the rooms have living rooms. I think they all have at least a stovetop, microwave, and mini fridge. There are various suites/townhomes/standalone homes as well. They run a free shuttle to and from Edgartown, so you don't have to pay for cabs.
Cons:
-Everything on this island closes up early. Good luck eating after 10, or getting anything delivered. You have to call in an order, THEN call a cab to pick up your food. So bring your own midnight snacks.
-Also BYOB. You have glasses, ice, etc. in your room. If you're
Cons:
-Everything on this island closes up early. Good luck eating after 10, or getting anything delivered. You have to call in an order, THEN call a cab to pick up your food. So bring your own midnight snacks.
-Also BYOB. You have glasses, ice, etc. in your room. If you're
Maria S.
Sep 20, 2011
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