Photographs courtesy of the Emerson Inn

Emerson Inn in Rockport to Reopen Under New Ownership This Season

The new owner of the 150-year-old hotel on Cape Ann expects to restore the inn to its former glory this year, capitalizing on ocean views and outdoor spaces.

Natalie GaleFebruary 11, 2021

As of February 9, the former Emerson Inn in Rockport is under new ownership. Located right on the Atlantic Ocean, with sweeping sunrise sea views, the hotel has always captured the charm of yesteryear. This season marks a new chapter in the life of the historic boutique hotel. The new owner, Kimberly Voltero, aims to restore the hotel to its roaring twenties glory, in what will hopefully be a good season for local travel and staycations. “We’re super excited about this opportunity to revive [the inn] back to the way vacations used to be,” says Voltero, “where you got pampered by the sea.” As one of the last grande dame h

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Emerson Inn in Rockport to Reopen Under New Ownership This Season

The new owner of the 150-year-old hotel on Cape Ann expects to restore the inn to its former glory this year, capitalizing on ocean views and outdoor spaces.

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