Blue Iris by Life House offers a tranquil garden setting in Nantucket Town. Guests appreciate the smoke-free premises, creating a calm atmosphere perfect for unwinding after exploring the island. The property provides in-room WiFi for those needing to stay connected.
Nantucket Town, a neighborhood in Nantucket, is home to Blue Iris. Fire Hose Cart House and Quaker Meeting House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantucket Ferry Terminal and Cisco Brewers. White Heron Theatre and Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Nantucket travel guide
10 Hussey St, Nantucket, MA, 02554
What's nearby
First Congregational Church
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Nantucket Atheneum
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Whaling Museum
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Children's Beach
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Nantucket Ferry Terminal
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)
8 min drive
Restaurants
Brotherhood of Thieves
3 min walk
Lemon Press
3 min walk
The Rose and Crown
4 min walk
Handlebar Cafe
6 min walk
The Nantucket Tap Room
3 min walk
About this property
Blue Iris
Hotel located in Nantucket Town
Blue Iris provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Iris include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Espresso maker
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Air conditioning
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
5 percent destination fee will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Blue Iris Hotel
Blue Iris Nantucket
Blue Iris by Life House
Blue Iris Hotel Nantucket
Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Iris pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at Blue Iris?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Blue Iris?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Blue Iris located?
Located in Nantucket Town, this hotel is steps from Coffin School, Nantucket United Methodist Church, and Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. Nantucket Atheneum and Pacific National Bank are also within 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Blue Iris Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Very nice hotel with clean, comfortable, nicely appointed rooms. Staff were very kind and accommodating. Great location near the middle of town on a quiet street.
My daughter and I had a great stay here. Bed was very comfortable and staff was very nice. We were even allowed to check in hours early which was a bonus. I would stay again.
Had an excellent stay for a quick get away, the hotel has a great location and easy access to town. They also have bikes!
Joshua
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alfred
2024/5/21
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A wonderful place to stay!
We were so impressed with the attention to detail used when decorating this hotel. It was beautifully done. The room was large and spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff was very accommodating and the location was a 5 minute walk to the main downtown area. All in all, it was perfect.
So enjoyed our stay at the ever-so-charming Blue Iris in Nantucket! Needed a bit of help before we even arrived and were taken care of perfectly. We were always greeted by friendly staff coming and going from the house. We stayed in room #5, which was so cute and private. The room was small, but comfortable and the bathroom had plenty of space for 2. We even decided to spend a little extra time there in the afternoons because we liked it so much. Morning service offered coffee…and wine was available in the main common area in the evenings. We walked to breakfast and the shoppes were within a block of our house. We felt safe walking to late dinners which was a nice change of pace and super easy to navigate. The Blue Iris has a few bicycles for guests to enjoy & we rode to bfast one morning. They even offer the motorized-type bicycle as well as cute blue bicycles…both have baskets!
Don’t miss the shaded and spacious courtyard area with small tables & comfy seating. You can pick up lunch to eat there or enjoy a drink before heading to dinner. Because The Blue Iris does not have a restaurant/bar on site, so guests may enjoy Sister Ship @The Faraway…which is very close by ;)
I booked our room online, which was very easy to do and I rcv’d emais/texts w/ reminders and upcoming travel information when our date to leave was close.
The photos on their website are very true representations of what you’ll see…and I think it was even nicer in person.
Highly recommend for an A+ stay!
Ruth
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Alexis
2023/8/20
Liked: Amenities
Overall, a solid property whose biggest perks are the included bikes offered with your stay and the breakfast. Room could be much improved by removing or replacing unnecessarily large furniture that caused the room to feel claustrophobic. Front desk service is really hit-or-miss. One attendant was fantastic while another treated us like we were absolutely wasting her time. In general, the stay was just fine but I don’t think I’ll stay here again.
The nightly rate of $600 carries a certain level of expectations which sadly, was not met. To start off, your staff seems very unhappy to work for the property. Initially, Casita was quite abrupt and we played along. However, after a few of these interactions, her abruptness got tiring and disruptive. As for the room, although nicely appointed, it did not seem thoroughly cleaned. The floor in the inside of the door was sticky and needed to be properly swept. The toilet seat also felt sticky and not properly sanitized. Further, the bath towels, apart from being quite small, did not seem clean. When we asked for additional towels, we were met with frustration from the staff and we decided to not insist. Sadly, although your property has great potential, the room rate does not match the quality of service and cleanliness (or lack thereof) of the room. We certainly feel that we overpaid.
The Blue Iris is in an ideal location in Nantucket: easy walking distance to everything downtown but on a quiet side for rest and relaxation. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The staff is friendly and professional. They even loan out beach towels and beach chairs - a big plus if you fly to the island!