Chatham Bars Inn

The Scene
World-renown accommodations in a local landmark--this is arguably the area's most esteemed retreat. The inn has been in operation since 1914 and is deemed a Historical Hotel of America. Its decades-old reputation for fine hospitality and casual elegance is well-deserved.

The Details
Guest rooms and cottages all feature unique decor that reflect the island's charm. Suites are furnished with intricate, hand-painted furniture and offer ocean views. Some also feature wet bars and fireplaces. The inn organizes a wealth of activities for its guests, including kayaking, biking, tennis and children's etiquette courses. A heated outdoor pool sits in plain sight of the sand. As well, three different restaurants offer a variety of cuisine right on the beach. Spa treatments and fitness facilities can be enjoyed at the health and wellness center. Socializing with fellow guests and curling up with good books take place on a large verandah.

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User Reviews for Chatham Bars Inn

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We went home still hungry

09/28/2008 Posted by CCFLYER

The main dining room offers exceptional white table cloth service overlooking Chatham harbor. The food, what there was of it, was good. However, due to the meager portion sizes I would rate the Inn a poor dining value and would not go back again. I fail to understand why some very upscale, and expensive, venues fail to comprehend when you're charging $30+ for an entree your customer should not go home hungry. This is not the first time I've encountered a white plate with the food barely covering half the plate. Despite sitting in the main dining roon at the Inn I thought we had ordered off a tapas menu. You'd think even if the chef was going to economize by offering a very small portion of the entree, the piece of swordfish couldn't have been more than 5-6 oz, he/she could have compensated by putting more than 4 spoonfuls of mash potatoes under it. Dinner for two, two drinks, no appetizers or salad, was $100 including tip. Leaving hungry, on the way home we stopped to get some more to eat - no kidding.

What for Summer Staff

06/06/2008 Posted by VacationOnTheCape

The food was great the service was almost as good as MacDonalds. We have gone to the ChathamBars for years and this is the first time off season visit. I swear the waitress was chewing gum while she was waiting on us. I will not go back even if the price was far. What ever happen to the salad and the sorbet. The wine didn't even have a drip collar and you had to serve it yourself. How would you like to get the cork half way through the meal. This place may be tops internationally but I am affard to stay anywhere noted after this visit.

Pros: View is great

Cons: Do not like dinning in formal room with people with sweat pants