Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hyannis travel guide

Hyannis Tourism | Hyannis Guide

You're Going to Love Hyannis

With a population of 14,120, Hyannis is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hyannis deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Hyannis

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nonno Pizza Cucina & Bar (640 Main St) and Alberto's Ristorante (360 Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Hyannis

Hyannis in October
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hyannis in October
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hyannis in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hyannis, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Hyannis

Plane

When flying to Hyannis, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hyannis departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hyannis, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hyannis to New York takes 4h 14m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hyannis is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 63 miles from Hyannis. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hyannis, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. Hyannis’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Hyannis, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hyannis departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hyannis, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hyannis to New York takes 4h 14m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hyannis is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 63 miles from Hyannis. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hyannis, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. Hyannis’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Hyannis

KLM
Good (1,490 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,856 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,297 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,385 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,914 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,895 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,248 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hyannis

Average rates range from around $202 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $241 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hyannis Host Inn and Ocean Street Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hyannis, with prices from $67 to $1,507 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hyannis are about 119% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Hyannis by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Hyannis

Most booked hotels in Hyannis

Ocean Club on Smuggler's Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 598 reviews)
$129+
Hyannis Travel Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3307 reviews)
$76+
Anchor In Distinctive Waterfront Lodging
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1109 reviews)
$120+
Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Cod-West Yarmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 533 reviews)
$143+
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Cape Cod Hyannis
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 432 reviews)
$130+
Ambassador Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 664 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Hyannis

Renting a car in Hyannis costs $90 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Hyannis is the Budget branch at 472 Barnstable Road, which is 1 mile from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Hyannis (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford EcoSport or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hyannis costs $90 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Hyannis is the Budget branch at 472 Barnstable Road, which is 1 mile from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Hyannis (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford EcoSport or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.