How Axel worksAxel $557 a night vs $591 on Expedia at Faraway Martha's Vineyard, Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026: $34 a night less (6%). Seen Oct 11.
4-star hotel · 23 Kelly Street, Edgartown
Shopping on site · Air conditioning · 24-hour reception · Smoke-free property · Heating · Ticket assistance · Garden · Express check-out · All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private) · Outdoor furniture · Fridge · Cable TV
Hotels in Martha's VineyardA design-led, upscale 4-star boutique hotel in downtown Edgartown
8.1/10
A stylish Edgartown base with a lovely pool, but uneven luxury-level delivery.
Faraway is an upscale 4-star boutique hotel spread across six historic buildings in downtown Edgartown, relaunched after renovation in July 2023. It's a strong pick for travelers who want distinctive interiors and shops, restaurants and the harbor close by. The heated pool, hot tub and inviting communal spaces give it more substance than looks alone. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests frequently praise the location, cleanliness and friendly staff.
The caveat is consistency: alongside enthusiastic reviews, recent guests on both sites describe inadequate clothing storage, room wear and uneven housekeeping; heating and cooling problems also recur. These aren't the dominant experience, but they matter at this level. Parking is limited, breakfast isn't included, and Expedia lists a percentage-based resort fee. We'd skip it if dependable full-service luxury or easy parking is essential.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · Kayak. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$338 a night with Axel against $343 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (2%).
Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable · includes $14/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$5/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$270 a night with Axel against $275 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (2%).
Quadruple Cottage (2 full double beds) · refundable · includes $11/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$5/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$557 a night with Axel against $591 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $34 a night less (6%).
Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable · includes $21/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$34/night less than Expedia (6%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$401 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $391 a night for these dates when seen.
1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable · includes $16/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$343 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable · includes $14/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 29 to Oct 31, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$332 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable · includes $13/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$291 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable · includes $12/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
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Axel $557 a night vs $591 on Expedia at Faraway Martha's Vineyard, Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026: $34 a night less (6%). Seen Oct 11.
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A stylish Edgartown base with a lovely pool, but uneven luxury-level delivery. A design-led, upscale 4-star boutique hotel in downtown Edgartown, scored for what it is.
Faraway is an upscale 4-star boutique hotel spread across six historic buildings in downtown Edgartown, relaunched after renovation in July 2023. It's a strong pick for travelers who want distinctive interiors and shops, restaurants and the harbor close by. The heated pool, hot tub and inviting communal spaces give it more substance than looks alone. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests frequently praise the location, cleanliness and friendly staff.
The caveat is consistency: alongside enthusiastic reviews, recent guests on both sites describe inadequate clothing storage, room wear and uneven housekeeping; heating and cooling problems also recur. These aren't the dominant experience, but they matter at this level. Parking is limited, breakfast isn't included, and Expedia lists a percentage-based resort fee. We'd skip it if dependable full-service luxury or easy parking is essential.
Best for: couples who like boutique design; car-free Edgartown weekends; travelers wanting a pool and walkable dining
Watch out for: limited parking; variable room condition and temperature control; resort fee and breakfast extra
Location: Central Edgartown, with dining, shopping and the Chappaquiddick ferry nearby.
Rooms: Distinctive rooms and larger suites; some recent guests report limited storage, wear and HVAC faults.
Cleanliness: Mostly praised, though some recent reviews mention stained carpeting and delayed housekeeping.
Service: Friendly staff earn frequent praise, but housekeeping and problem handling are not uniformly reliable.
Amenities: Heated outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, Pelican Club and Newes from America pub.
Fees and surprises: Expedia lists a 5% resort fee; breakfast is extra, and complimentary parking is limited.
Axel's opinion of Faraway Martha's Vineyard, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · Kayak. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Faraway Martha's Vineyard within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $338 a night · includes $14 a night paid at the hotel · refundable · Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) | $343 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $270 a night · includes $11 a night paid at the hotel · refundable · Quadruple Cottage (2 full double beds) | $275 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $557 a night · includes $21 a night paid at the hotel · refundable · Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) | $591 a night on Expedia | $34 a night less (6%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $401 a night · includes $16 a night paid at the hotel · refundable · 1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) (king size bed) | $391 a night on Expedia | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 29 to Oct 31, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $343 a night · includes $14 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $332 a night · includes $13 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $291 a night · includes $12 a night paid at the hotel · refundable · Standard Double Cottage (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
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