Hotel at a Glance: The Mariner Resort Cape Cod by The Red Collection

Less than a 10-minute drive from Sea Gull Beach in southern Cape Cod, the Mariner Motor Lodge is a fitting spot for a relaxing coastal vacation. From here, guests can easily explore the area's breezy coastline or crimson cranberry bogs, or take a stroll down Main Street to check out the town's antique shops and fresh seafood fare.

• Space for family fun: A free 9-hole mini golf course is located on site.
• Take a dip in the heated indoor pool or the outdoor pool (open seasonally).
• Relax in a jetted tub.
• Hyannis & Barnstable Harbor, which is a short drive from the hotel, offers fishing excursions and boat trips to historic lands.

West Yarmouth, Massachusetts: Historical Sites and Maritime Adventure

West Yarmouth, on the southern shore of the mid-Cape region, is one of three seaside villages that make up the larger town of Yarmouth. English settlers began colonizing the area in the mid-17th century, and historical traces are still visible. Mills dot the countryside, and coastal bluffs are festooned with lighthouses including the privately owned Point Gammon Lighthouse and the Sandy Neck Lighthouse. Waterfront restaurants and upscale boutiques can be found throughout West Yarmouth, and 20 golf courses lie within a 20-minute drive.

Take to the National Seashore to explore 40 miles of beaches, marshes, and uplands abounding with wildlife. The seashore became a nationally protected area in 1961 at the direction of President John F. Kennedy.