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 March
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hyannis in March
Estimated hotel price
$147
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 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hyannis departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hyannis, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hyannis to Hartford takes 3h 56m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hyannis is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 101 km 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, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Hartford, the bus ride to Hyannis takes 175 km and will cost you around $46. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 386 km. Hyannis’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Hyannis, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hyannis departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hyannis, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hyannis to Hartford takes 3h 56m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hyannis is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 101 km 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, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Hartford, the bus ride to Hyannis takes 175 km and will cost you around $46. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 386 km. Hyannis’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Airlines serving Hyannis

Lufthansa
Good (7,948 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,912 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,330 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,196 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,651 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,761 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,562 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,966 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,391 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,222 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,436 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,301 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hyannis

Average rates range from around $212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $240 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 $1,521 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hyannis are about 129% 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

Hyannis Travel Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3308 reviews)
$94+
Red Jacket Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 562 reviews)
$145+
Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Cod-West Yarmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 533 reviews)
$137+
Ambassador Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 664 reviews)
$106+
Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1255 reviews)
$168+
Bayside Resort Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1188 reviews)
$100+

Renting a car in Hyannis

Renting a car in Hyannis costs $81 per day, on average, or $161 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 2 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hyannis costs $81 per day, on average, or $161 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 2 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.