Red Jacket Beach Resort is at 1 South Shore Drive in South Yarmouth, in the Bass River area, directly on the beach. It carries a property class of 3.5 and a rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 388 reviews, with cleanliness and staff both scoring 9.0. There are 160 rooms in 12 types, including cottages, townhouse-style rooms, suites and rooms with ocean, pool or river views, sleeping from 4 up to 12 guests. The resort has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool hours of 9 am to 9 pm. Spa treatments include deep-tissue massage, facials and body treatments, and there is a gym. Two restaurants serve American cuisine, with a beach bar, a poolside bar, a cafe and a firepit. Beach activities include volleyball, yoga and fishing, and bike hire is free.
Location and getting around
South Yarmouth is on the Cape's south shore, within reach of the Hyannis ferries, the Cape Cod Rail Trail and the Whydah Pirate Museum, which is about two miles away. The airport is nearby. A car is useful, and note that self-parking costs $25 a day with limited spaces, which is unusual on the Cape.
Rooms and who it suits
The range of room sizes means it works for couples, families and groups of friends or relatives who want to stay together, since some units sleep up to 12. Rollaway beds and cots cost extra, early check-in costs $50 subject to availability, and check-in starts at 4 pm. Only service animals are permitted.
What is good to know
A beachfront resort with an indoor pool and a spa is a reasonable choice in shoulder season, but the outdoor pool is seasonal, so confirm which facilities and restaurants are open on your dates. Full breakfast is an extra charge. Book early for summer, when a resort of this size fills with families, and ask about packages that combine a room with spa time.
A few practical thoughts
With 12 room types, it pays to read the descriptions closely and match the unit to your group, since cottages and townhouse-style rooms give families and groups more space than a standard room. Ask about the beach activities, such as volleyball and yoga, and the bike hire, which is free, for your dates.
If you want a quieter stay, request a room away from the pool area. Because parking carries a daily charge and spaces are limited, factor that cost into your budget and arrive early on busy days. Also remember that check-in begins at 4 pm and checkout is at 11 am, so plan luggage storage if your day is longer.
Why stay here
- ✓Private beach with volleyball and yoga
- ✓Indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Children pool
- ✓Spa treatments and gym
- ✓Two restaurants and beach bar
- ✓Free bike hire
- ✓Cottages and suites sleeping up to 12
- ✓Firepit and terrace
Good questions
Is there a spa?+
Yes, with deep-tissue massage, facials and body treatments, and there is also a gym.
How much is parking?+
Self-parking was listed at $25 per day with limited spaces. Check the page for current terms.
What pools does it have?+
An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool hours listed as 9 am to 9 pm.
