Top things to do near Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
Top things to do near Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod include using the on-site Fins Up! Indoor Water Park and outdoor pool facilities, then exploring Hyannis — beaches like Kalmus and Craigville, ferries to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard from Hyannis Harbor, and local attractions such as the JFK Hyannis Museum and Cape Cod Melody Tent. For relaxation, book St. Somewhere Spa treatments or walk the nearby shopping and dining corridors.
In this guide
- Enjoy the resort’s pools and Fins Up! Indoor Water Park
- Hit nearby beaches: Kalmus, Craigville and other Nantucket Sound spots
- Ferries and island day trips from Hyannis Harbor
- Hyannis Harbor activities and whale-watching cruises
- Local culture, museums and entertainment
- Golf, trails and outdoor recreation
- Spa, fitness and on-site dining
Enjoy the resort’s pools and Fins Up! Indoor Water Park
Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod offers a year-round heated outdoor pool, a lazy river, an indoor pool, a children's pool, waterslide features, and the on-site Fins Up! Indoor Water Park (30,000 sq ft).
Fins Up! requires a separate admission pass for every visitor, including spectators; resort guests receive a 50% discount code and can choose room rates that bundle water park passes or book a discounted rate without them.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub (hot tub described as seating for 24 people in resort materials).
- Indoor pool with lazy river and waterslide.
- Fins Up! Water Park hours vary by day and season—check the resort schedule before you go.
| Facility | Access |
|---|---|
| Outdoor heated pool | Included for resort guests |
| Fins Up! Indoor Water Park | Separate paid pass; guest discount code available |
| Children’s pool & lazy river | Included on-site (part of pool complex) |
Hit nearby beaches: Kalmus, Craigville and other Nantucket Sound spots
Hyannis-area beaches on Nantucket Sound offer swimming and wind activities; Kalmus Beach and Craigville Beach are two commonly recommended nearby public beaches.
Kalmus Beach is noted for windsurfing and kiteboarding; Craigville Beach is often cited as one of the area’s popular shores for families.
- Kalmus Beach — known for windsurfing and kiteboarding (roughly 3 miles from the resort per destination listings).
- Craigville Beach — a popular family beach about 4 miles from the resort.
- Bring chairs, sunscreen, and parking/entrance info may be posted locally at each beach.
| Beach | Notes |
|---|---|
| Kalmus Beach | Good for windsurfing and kiteboarding |
| Craigville Beach | Popular family beach |
| Other Nantucket Sound spots | Warmer summer water temperatures; check seasonal conditions |
Ferries and island day trips from Hyannis Harbor
Hyannis Harbor is the main ferry terminal for trips to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. High-speed ferries typically take about one hour to Nantucket and about 45–60 minutes to Martha’s Vineyard depending on the operator and vessel.
Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority operate services from Hyannis; there are also one-day 'Around the Sound' options that visit both islands on a single itinerary.
- Hy-Line Cruises — seasonal high-speed service to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard; offers ‘Around the Sound’ day trips.
- Steamship Authority — operates traditional ferries including car ferry service to Nantucket (longer crossing).
- Book ferry reservations in advance during summer and holiday weekends.
| Route | Typical crossing time |
|---|---|
| Hyannis to Nantucket (high-speed) | About 1 hour |
| Hyannis to Martha’s Vineyard (high-speed) | About 45–60 minutes |
| Steamship Authority car ferry to Nantucket | Longer (varies by departure) |
Hyannis Harbor activities and whale-watching cruises
Whale-watching trips depart from Barnstable/Barnstable Harbor and nearby Hyannis-area ports; typical excursions to Stellwagen Bank run roughly 3.5–4 hours and operate mainly April through October.
Aside from whale watching, Hyannis Harbor has boat tours and sightseeing cruises; check operators' seasonal schedules and advance-book for summer dates.
- Whale-watching season: generally April–October, with peak sightings in summer months.
- Cruise durations commonly run 3.5–4 hours for deep-water whale-watching trips.
- Barnstable Harbor operators have visitor information at the harbor and online.
| Activity | Typical duration |
|---|---|
| Whale-watching cruise | Approximately 3.5–4 hours |
| Sightseeing harbor cruise | Varies by operator |
| Island ferry (day trip) | See ferry times for each operator |
Local culture, museums and entertainment
Learn local history at the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and catch shows at the Cape Cod Melody Tent; both attractions lie within a few miles of the resort corridor in Hyannis.
There are also small local stops and tours such as the Cape Cod Potato Chip Factory and nearby performing arts venues — good half-day options if you want to stay near town.
- JFK Hyannis Museum — exhibits on the Kennedy family’s Cape Cod connections.
- Cape Cod Melody Tent — seasonal concerts and comedy shows in a tent theater format.
- Cape Cod Potato Chip Factory — self-guided tours and local snack shopping (check hours).
| Attraction | Why visit |
|---|---|
| JFK Hyannis Museum | Local history and exhibits |
| Cape Cod Melody Tent | Summer concert and comedy venue |
| Cape Cod Potato Chip Factory | Factory tours and local snacks |
Golf, trails and outdoor recreation
Hyannis Golf Course is a short drive from the resort and is convenient for guests who want a quick round without leaving the Hyannis area.
For freshwater paddling and short nature outings, Wequaquet Lake is nearby and local rental options or guided paddles may be available seasonally.
- Hyannis Golf Course — public course listed about 1.3 miles from the resort in destination sources.
- Wequaquet Lake — a nearby freshwater lake suitable for paddling, listed a short drive from the resort.
- Bike routes and coastal walking trails: check local maps for safe routes and seasonal conditions.
| Activity | Nearby option |
|---|---|
| Golf | Hyannis Golf Course (~1.3 miles per listing) |
| Paddling | Wequaquet Lake (short drive) |
| Coastal walks | Various Nantucket Sound beaches |
Spa, fitness and on-site dining
St. Somewhere Spa at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod is the resort’s full-service spa with multiple treatment rooms; reservations are required and guests should arrive 15 minutes early. The spa uses Farmhouse Fresh Organic Bio Hemp CBD products and offers a signature 'VIP Treatment' that lasts about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Fins Up! Fitness Center has cardio equipment, spin bikes and weights for guests who want to maintain their routine. On-site dining options range from quick coffee and sandwiches at Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions to coastal American meals at LandShark Bar & Grill and poolside service at Salty Rim Bar & Grill and Feeding Frenzy.
- St. Somewhere Spa hours: Sunday–Monday 9 AM–3 PM, Tuesday–Wednesday closed, Thursday by appointment only, Friday–Saturday 9 AM–5 PM.
- Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions — coffee, breakfast items, sandwiches and snacks.
- LandShark Bar & Grill — American coastal menu open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; open to the public.
- Salty Rim Bar & Grill — poolside bar and light bites (food 11am–5pm; bar 11am–7pm, weather permitting).
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa (St. Somewhere) | Reservations required; signature VIP Treatment available |
| Fitness (Fins Up! Fitness Center) | Cardio, spin bikes, weights |
| Dining | Joe Merchant’s, LandShark Bar & Grill, Salty Rim, Feeding Frenzy |
