EMERSON INN BY THE SEA EARNS 2012 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

EMERSON INN BY THE SEA EARNS 2012 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

Honored as a Highly Rated Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the

World’s Largest Travel Site

Emerson Inn By The Sea today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

“Emerson Inn By The Sea is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Bruce Coates, Owner at Emerson Inn By The Sea. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler reviews on TripAdvisor.”

“TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site,” said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travelers a great customer experience.”

About Emerson Inn By The Sea
The Emerson Inn By The Sea is Cape Ann's only historic grand hotel. Referred to by many as a "baby grand," this lovely Rockport inn is an historic gem. Thirty-six beautifully appointed rooms have been restored to reflect the quality of yesteryear with amenities that discerning travelers seek today, including private baths, spa tubs, private enclosed balconies, televisions, Wi-Fi, and telephones. Two vacation rental cottages adjacent to the Inn offer the ideal surroundings for family vacations and reunions or corporate retreats, with decks, ocean-view yards, and even a backyard BBQ.
About TripAdvisor
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