This was our fourth yearly stay at the Fairbanks. I would not want to stay anywhere else in Provincetown. The inn is everything it says it is on its web site. Also, you can find out more about them on FaceBook. When I stay here, I have fun, feel relaxed and happy. There was a town-wide blackout while we were there and the Fairbanks was ready with bright battery operated lanterns lighting the way to our room. We did not have to stumble in the dark like out friends who stayed at a different inn. We even got to keep one of the lanterns in our room till the lights came back on. Whether you are looking for romance or comfort and relaxation this is the place to stay. It is our "home away from home."

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The Fairbanks Inn has all the comforts of home with a splash of history, and the owners provide amazing service! The location cannot be beat! You can walk everywhere! The rooms are clean and cozy and the greakfast is exceptional! We will definitely go back!!

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I have stayed at the Fairbanks several times during the past seven months. Consistently elegant, clean, comfortable, friendly and totally relaxing. the homemade breakfast is a joy, as are the on-site owners, Kathy and Alicia. I feel safe, at home and cared for at the Fairbanks and will continue to make it my "home away from home".

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If you are looking for all of the charm of Provincetown with all the comforts of home you should choose the Fairbanks Inn. Our visit was business and pleasure in that we were performing at a local open mic. We stayed in the Faribanks Suite which was the biggest room we have ever seen in Provincetown. It was quiet, clean and has a great view of the Pilgrim Monument right outside your window. The innkeepers, Kathy and Alicia take great pride in maintaining a comfy place for their guests to stay. Location was a plus. Right on Bradford street, just a few blocks from town, the walking to and from is easy. It was a great visit and we look forward to a return trip.

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Comfort and style -- that's what I found at this special b&b. The innkeepers Alicia and Kathy could not have been more welcoming. What's not to like here? The Fairbanks Inn oozes historic charm in every corner. My room was beautiful and clean and so comfortable. I slept like a baby here. Commercial St. was just a short walk away, but it was quiet and peaceful at the inn. Breakfast was awesome -- lots of yummy choices. Loved the fresh-baked muffins and Alicia's granola!

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I'm a big believer in KISS - the Inn is located within walking distance to everything in P-Town, the Inn is spotless, the hosts Kathleen and Alicia are very attentive, the furniture and the rooms are perfect - what else needs to be said other than I can't wait to get back to the Fairbanks Inn and P-town!!

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We loved our weekend away at The Fairbanks Inn. We can't imagine staying anywhere else in Provincetown. For comfort and value it just can't be beat. Our room was beautiful, cozy and clean. Our bed was so comfortable, it was easy to sleep in. We just loved our in-room fireplace. The innkeepers Alicia and Kathy made us feel so welcome. They helped point us to the local attractions and the best places to eat. We were a short walk away from the heart of town. With all that The Fairbanks has to offer -- including a generous, delicious buffet breakfast with the best homemade granola we've ever had -- we would have expected to pay more. The biggest surprise was its affordable, off season rate. We highly recommend the Fairbanks for your next weekend getaway to Provincetown.

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My partner and I have stayed at the Fairbanks Inn three times and we give it the best rating possible. It is very easy to make reservations through their website or by phone. . The Inn is everything they say it is and more. The rooms are clean and have everything you need to make your stay enjoyable, including free wireless Internet access. Both of the owners, Kathleen and Alicia, are on hand every day. In the morning they serve homemade breakfast and they are available throughout the day in case you need anything. They even had beach chairs and umbrellas to lend us so we could go to the beach. Sometimes we just like to relax at the Inn so we sit on their deck (The Seagull's Nest) to read and bask in the sun. The location couldn't be better. It is located one block away from Commercial Street, near the center of town. We take advantage of this by making many trips to town and back to our room each day. It is nice to meet new people and engage in conversation in the morning at breakfast if you want to. In the afternoon they have delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies and coffee which we look forward to each day. Kathleen and Alicia are very friendly and go out of their way to make sure every one of their guests has a great stay. They can recommend restaurants, and any type of entertainment you are interested in. Last year we had to give up the first day we had scheduled due to a death in the family and they were able to re-book our room with no problem. We stayed there in 2005, 2007 and 2008 and we don’t have one complaint about the accommodations or the treatment we have received. We highly recommend the Fairbanks Inn to any adults looking for a wonderful, relaxing time in Provincetown.

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Picking a place to stay in Provincetown is not easy. We spent at least a few hours looking online for a B&B room with a private bath for a reasonable price during the high season, and we were lucky to find an availability with the Fairbanks Inn. (We were looking the week before going, eek!) The innkeepers Alicia and Kathleen were very sweet and helpful, and the inn itself has a very warm atmosphere with its hardwood floors and homey furnishings. The room we got (#7 on the website) was a little smaller than we thought from the picture, but it had a private entrance through the garden and it was cozy. (We were also told it was one of the smaller rooms at the place.) We spent most of our time out in the town, so really it was just the nights that mattered at any rate. :P There's a complimentary breakfast every morning from 8:30-11 AM, where bagels, muffins, eggs, cereal, and several different types of coffee are served. Their homemade muffins, pound cake, and granola are delicious! The patio in which they serve food is open 24/7, and I would have tried one of their leftover cookies had I not stuffed myself from dinner. There is also a communal fridge so your doggie bags can have an afterlife. Other amenities we used were the free WiFi and borrowable beach towels. Overall we found the Fairbanks Inn a comfortable place to stay, and the location is very hard to beat by being rather close to the middle of Commercial St., but far enough away to be peaceful.

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I have been traveling to Provincetown for weekend breaks for the past 5-6 years. It is one of my favorite destinations and I always stay at the Fairbanks Inn. I have been to many countries and stayed at many bed&breakfasts, hotels and lodges. The Fairbanks Inn is a truly magical, warm and romantic spot. Kathy and Alicia are wonderful hosts and wonderful people. It is always a pleasure to spend quality time with them. The Fairbanks Inn creates a truly magical environment. All the rooms have a very unique feel to them with beautiful and tasteful New England interiors. The Inn is centrally located and yet is conveniently positioned away from the crowds and noise from the late-night events. If you want to experience Provincetown in style and comfort and you want to be carried away to another world full of laughter, happiness and relaxation, come to the Fairbanks Inn and stay as long as you can!

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The stairs going upstairs are extremely steep, mostly because the inn was built along time ago. Kathleen was very gracious and helped me with my luggage. It is only one block away from the main street. The B&B itself if very nice, lots of charm. Kathleen is an exceptional host , I would say that Alicia is unfit to be exposed to guests, I found her exceptionally emotionally unstable and extremely rude. I have stayed at many B&B's and have never met an innkeeper that was as rude as she was.

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This was our second stay at The Fairbanks Inn and we can't imagine staying at any other b&b in Provincetown. Innkeepers Alici and Kathy made us feel like family. They are friendly and down to earth and saw to it that we were comfortable. Our room was wonderful, spacious and beautifully appointed. The housekeeping staff was attentive and kept our room sparkling clean. It was great having a gas fireplace to get cozy with after a breezy, winter walk at the beach. Breakfast was generous and delicious -- especially the hot out of the oven muffins. The Fairbanks Inn has a great location -- right in the middle of town, and just a short block over to Commercial Street. We walked to everything. We look forward to our next stay at this quintessential Ptown b&b.

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We have just returned from our fourth stay at the Fairbanks Inn. We were there for three nights in a lovely room that was loaded with atmosphere (fireplace, jacuzzie, big four poster) and all the comforts that we would ever need. When we travel to Provincetown, we are looking to get away from the pace and stress of our daily work lives. All we have to do is walk in the garden door and it's gone. The ambiance is relaxing and warm. Kathy and Alicia have maintained the original feel of this beautiful antique house and grounds, yet have subtly added all the comforts of home. We have always found the Inn to be quiet and relaxing, yet it is very convenient to Commercial St, excellent restaurants, galleries, etc. Parking is probably the best of any of the Inns close to town. Kathy and Alicia take much care to provide a lovely continental breakfast and special touches like cookies in the afternoon (homemade!) and other kindnesses. The Fairbanks Inn has become our "home" in P-Town. We highly recommend it.

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This was our third summer staying with Kathy and Alicia at the Fairbanks Inn. They run the finest property in Provincetown bar none! There were many returning guests staying that week which is the highest prise any bed nad breakfast can boast. I returned to this B&B because of the great location, great value, fabulous property, the gardens, the service and the wonderful owners, Alicia & Kathy.

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This was our first visit to Provincetown, and after having done our “homework” online to find a place to stay, we decided to book The Fairbanks Inn. The homework effort certainly paid off; we were very pleased and satisfied with our choice. Before booking a lodging anywhere these days, many of us read online reviews. The number of yellow smiles and stars do matter and they are a draw to read the reviews of previously satisfied customers and the few discontents who passionately air an episode of momentary grief – no matter which establishment they are critiquing. After perusing a half dozen travel review websites and measuring the percentage of Fairbanks Inn satisfied customers against those of other lodgings on and around Bradford Street, The Fairbanks won. Based on the inn’s website with online reservation-making ability, the visual tour of the rooms and property, comparing room cost to similar inns, we booked online and received e-mail confirmation that day. While driving home after a pleasant stay in a clean, warmly receptive, and well-managed inn, I remarked to my traveling partner that after circling our globe for the past 40 years, I recalled an irate innkeeper outside Christchurch, New Zealand, because we showed up past supper time, and a few other frowning hotel people incidents around the world in various lodgings from one $ to $$$$. Life happens. What made us realize why The Fairbanks Inn caught our attention based on so many 4 and 5 star/smiley face reviews, is the sincere caring attitude shared by the innkeepers. It matters to them that responsible guests are treated responsibly. There are two reasons for so many good reviews about The Fairbanks Inn: They are Alicia Mickenberg and Kathleen Fitzgerald, the owners. Our homework paid off, and the inn passed the 5 star test. Our next trip to Provincetown will be easy, because we have their phone number and website. Many thanks for a very pleasant stay. We will be back!

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Provincetown in September is fabulous! Our stay at the Fairbanks Inn made everything perfect. The owners are gracious and accomodating. Once we park the car on premise there is no need to use it again until checkout. All Provincetown and the National Seashore has to offer is easily accessable by walking or bike. Can't wait to return next year!

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My husband and I enjoyed our recent 10 day stay at the Fairbanks Inn and would definitely consider a return visit. Our hosts Kathleen and Alicia were gracious and very accommodating. The housekeeping staff did a great job keeping all the amenities up to standard. We certainly recommend.

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I have been going to Provincetown at least twice a year for the past 11 years. I have stayed at many nice and not-so-nice Inns, B & B's and motels and finally found the perfect place. The Fairbanks is close to the center of town but the rooms are surprisingly quiet at night. My partner and I have stayed there twice now in the same room and loved our stay each time. The breakfast is one of the best and most varied that I've had in Ptown (fresh baked muffins, coffee cakes, bagels, English muffins, fresh fruit, juices, milk, soy milk, etc.) The rooms are clean and well-maintained and Alicia and Kathy are always available with helpful advice for activities, recommendations for restaurants and just to chat pleasantly. We are definitely going back again next year.

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This was our second time at The Fairbanks Inn. Our first time at the Inn, June '06, we researched and found that between location, price, a/c, parking and our own bathroom (not a shared BA), that this was the place! Also, something I found very necessary, they have FREE Wi-Fi, so I was able to do some work from my room. Kathy and Alicia are the best and make you feel at home right away. We were new to P-town last year, and they made some great recommendations on places to visit and restaurants to go to. And they are around throughout the day if you have a problem or want to just chit chat. The rooms are super comfy, there's a great variety of foods for breakfast, and late afternoon there are fresh chocolate chip cookies to snack on! They even give you a sample of Provincetown Soap, which I've seen for sale in shops around town. And you can't beat the location. They are right in the center of town so you can shop, and drop off your bags and then shop some more. They are off of busy, noisy Commerical St. so it's quiet if you want to sleep in. An oasis! We enjoyed it so much that when we decided to make another trek to P-town Aug '07, we didn't even consider another place to stay. And this time we brought 3 other friends with us, who also loved it.! They were very impressed. : ) I've seen the rooms at the Provincetown Inn, where some friends of mine stayed last year, and they were damp, musty, and had terrible mattresses and dreary bathroom. Why stay in a place like that when there's The Fairbanks Inn!

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We completely enjoyed our recent stay at the Fairbanks Inn. Our hosts Kathleen and Alicia were so warm and gracious that we immediately felt welcomed. They provided us with very helpful information about what to see and do in town and even recommended restaurants that the locals go to for great food for reasonable prices. The Inn is actually a former captain's house that is quaint and relaxing. The common rooms are so inviting and are appointed with all the comforts of home. Our guest room was on the second floor was bright and cheery. It was decorated beautifully with antiques and had the most comfortable bed! The breakfast served on the sunny porch was excellent and allowed us to get our day off to an early start. It is obvious that our hosts Alicia and Kathleen take pride in running their inn and made our stay so enjoyable. We think the Fairbanks Inn is the perfect place to get away and would recommend it highly. We have made reservations to return in the fall, per the recommendation of several “locals”. They described it as the best time to discover P’town. Looking forward to enjoying the hospitality of the staff of the Fairbanks Inn and the unique atmosphere of Provincetown.

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This was our third summer to spend a week at Fairbanks Inn. The property is historic, beautifully maintained.and our room was spacious and well laid out. The Inn keepers ,Kathleen and Alicia are a delight and made us feel like family members. we ve stayed at other places in provincetown,but like Fairbanks the best. Howard and Robert

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I have stayed with Kathy and Alicia twice now, once during the late Fall and once during the summer. Both times, my visit was made infinitely more enjoyable by them AND by their beautiful inn. They really go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome, and I will stay with them again!

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What an amazing place! Alicia and Kathy are the best Innkeepers and the Fairbanks is like home. Gorgeous home, comfy rooms, everything is just perfect. My partner and I have not been so relaxed in years. We thought that Key West was our place to get away from it all. Not anymore, we will be staying at the Fairbanks from now on. Keep up the good work ladies!

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I felt like I had stepped back in time while bringing today's amentities with me. This allowed me to get away from my day to day without any sacrifice -- a perfect combination for a vacation! The inn is beautiful and my room was outstanding. I enjoyed the breakfast, your outside patio, the garden and the great location. I will definitely visit again.

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I have been traveling to Provincetown yearly for the past 12 years, and stayed a several different inns over the years. The Fairbanks Inn definitely tops them all. The rooms are warm, comfy and spotless. Wonderful breakfasts and caring, helpful staff and owners. I have stayed there for the past 2 years and to me it is my Provincetown home.

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My stay at the Fairbanks Inn was the highlight of my recent trip to New England. The Inn was everything I could have hoped for. My room (and the rooms my friends were in) had lots of character, the bed was really comfortable (and even had great linens!), everything was terrifically clean, the main areas of the house were comfy and great for socializing and reading up on the history of the home, the location was ideal - convenient yet quiet - and the outstandingly hospitable innkeepers had lots of good advice about what to do and where to eat. All in all it was a great get-away! I'd love to return in warmer weather and take advantage of the outdoor areas!

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