Top Mast Resort
217 Rte. 6A, North Truro, Massachusetts 02652, USA
Why We Like It
With its own private beach, a wealth of fun amenities, including an indoor pool, a large outdoor sun deck, ping pong and corn hole, and a variety of family-friendly accommodations, the Top Mast Resort has a lot going for it. While it’s certainly not a luxury property, it is an ideal place to enjoy a classic beach vacation. In addition, as a two-generation family-owned and operated business, service is personal and warm.
Fodor's Expert Review
This large North Truro beach motel complex has been family-owned and -operated since the 1970s, and the staff's warm and sincere attention has much to do with that distinction. A restaurant serves traditional American fare, and there's a pool, tennis court, playground, gym, and a whirlpool tub. Most rooms are on the beach and have semiprivate decks, but there are some significantly cheaper units in a building across the road. Two cottages, a beach house and three shore houses are available on a weekly basis.
Tip Any guest who rented any accommodation type the previous year for a week gets first dibs on that same accommodation type and corresponding week the following season. The resort holds those weeks until January 31st.
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Room
The four beachfront motel rooms are all on the second floor, with simple décor, queen beds, sleeper sofas, a small fridge and microwave and balconies. Larger efficiencies add kitchens and more space, while cottages and houses are larger still, with more amenities and privacy.
You Should Know The resort provides towels for use in the bathroom and at the indoor pool, but you need to bring your own beach towels, beach chairs and beach umbrellas.
Bathroom
Bathrooms vary depending upon accommodations, with either showers only or tub/shower combinations.
You Should Know Bring your own shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryer and any other bath items you need, as the resort only provides hand soap.
Lobby
Other than checking in, most people don’t spend much time in the resort office, sticking to the beach and other public spaces like the sun decks or pool.
Pool
There is a 50-foot heated indoor pool, kiddie pool and hot tub at the Beach Point Health and Swim Club, which is free to use for resort guests.
Gym
Located on the resort property, the Beach Point Health and Swim Club (open to the public) features an indoor pool, hot tub, kiddie pool and slide, steam room, dry sauna, weight room, tennis and basketball court area, lockers, private showers and changing areas. In addition, there is a large outdoor sun deck, ping pong, corn hole and an evening fire pit.
Dining
The Top Mast Café offers typical breakfast dishes daily (not included) and a fish fry dinner, with everything from fried shrimp to lobster rolls, on Friday nights from 5 to 9 p.m.
Drinking
At the Beach Point Health and Swim Club, you can purchase frozen drinks, beer, wine, snacks and sodas. The Top Mast Café also has a full bar.
What's Nearby
Getting Around
In season, a local shuttle has a designated stop at the resort and goes to the center of Provincetown, local beaches and attractions, otherwise, you’ll probably need your car to explore if you want to leave the resort.
Restaurants
The Lobster Pot (11-minute drive) is a Provincetown favorite and is known for its chowders. At Fanizzi’s (8-minute drive), which serves everything from seafood to steaks, the dining room offers 180 degree views through three walls of windows overlooking Cape Cod Bay, Provincetown Harbor, North Truro and Truro.
Bars
Lounge outside with a drink at the popular Patio American Grill & Cocktail Bar (10-minute drive), great for watching the world go by on Commercial Street. Another outdoor option is the AquaBar (13-minute drive), which overlooks the harbor and offers casual food and drinks with an unbeatable view.
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