Pope's Island Marina

Dock
Offered

Mooring
Offered

Day Trip
Not Offered

102 Pope's Island
New Bedford, MA 02740

Check-in after 01:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM

+1 508-979-1456

VHF 9

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316 Reviews

by Anthony L. - Verified user on Aug 17, 2026

Nice place lots to do and great people. A lot of work was done over the winter so improvements abound! TLC. Marina Manager so so helpful and accommodating. Great launch service and so so much to do. A super wonderful stay and we love returning here. Dockhands were waiting for us when we arrived at slip, Launch service was spectacular. Overall an 11 on a 10 scale for value, location, staff, and things to do! Thanks! Greg the manager is a true accommodating person. Thanks for a great stay and we will be back. Tony and Colleen We LOVED visiting Pope's each year and this year, 2026 we took the plunge and moved from our former marina that was 10 minutes from home to Pope's. We now have a 35-minute ride, but oh so worth it! Bathrooms are new and air conditioned, there is a complimentary lemonade/iced tea cart most weekends, a lunch at start of season, and a breakfast a few weeks later. The Captain's Lounge (new) has a pool table, 2 grills and great tables and chairs under a tent. You can be as busy or as non-busy as you wish. Friendly people and most of all the staff! Greg and Yana are truly wonderful and accommodating to the max. Dock help is over the top! We were towed in this year and our 39' CPMY was a handful in the wind. However, when Tow Boats brought her in, there were 3 marina staff and 2 dock neighbors. Close to most everything. In short, we should have moved here a few years ago, however we love calling Pope's Island our home port!

by Elizabeth A. on Aug 16, 2026

Great spot to visit New Bedford and Fairhaven. Moorings are well marked, and launch service is fast and friendly. Showers are great but need a bench inside for dressing. Easy dinghy access to New Bedford in 2 locations close to whaling museum. There is also a fabulous fisherman’s museum in NB which IMO is a must see! Stopped by Fathoms waterfront bar and grill across the very busy road from Pope’s (but we went by dinghy) and had a drink but no food. Bought some great fish at the fish market attached to the restaurant. Very reasonable prices. Staff at Pope’s were great!

by Jon R. - Verified user on Aug 14, 2026

Great marina with very friendly and helpful staff. Thanks for a great stay

by Grove B. - Verified user on Aug 12, 2026

Pope Island has always been a pleasure through the numerous times that we've been there, supporting staff and arrival greetings has always been the best

by Ray M. - Verified user on Aug 11, 2026

I'm trying to write a review that is not part of a negative one that keeps coming up - that one is not mine! Late afternoon on 6 Aug, a number of us in the NENTOA group were meeting on a boat at your fixed docks. One member enroute tripped on the safety bar covering wires across the dock. He had not been drinking, he did not have a dizzy spell, and he does not have any underlying mobility issues. I think that something safer should be done about those wire crossing. BUT - that is not my point. My message here is to convey praise about one of your staff. Two came onto scene at different times; my praise is about the second one to arrive - a young, very lean, male with long black hair. We had a physician, a nurse practitioner, and an EMT on the scene, treating his wounds and trying to get the patient to go to the hospital - he was reluctant. Your staff member arrived and while considering calling for emergency care, communicated with the pt and asked all the right questions beforehand to give a proper and informed call to 911. I think that that the young man should be commended by management for his professional approach to this incident. Thanx for considering that. Ray Munn, aboard GEM 'n I EMT - CT and National

by David G. on Aug 11, 2026

Nice marina. Well maintained and nice team.

by Rita L. - Verified user on Aug 10, 2026

The bathrooms were spectacular, the electricity at the docks did not trip the breakers once, convenient the staff was very helpful and nice.

by Dale B. - Verified user on Aug 09, 2026

Very friendly and accommodating.

by Elliot S. - Verified user on Aug 09, 2026

Big thanks to the very attendant crew.

by Saar L. - Verified user on Aug 06, 2026

Good service. Nice people. A bit noisy but that’s Nee Bedford.

by June M. - Verified user on Aug 05, 2026

Wonderful location with great staff.

by Henry A. - Verified user on Aug 05, 2026

Nice facilities, easy access to surrounding attractions , good launch service to anywhere in the harbor, solid moorings and docks were in good shape , new bathrooms were exceptionally clean

by Peter B. - Verified user on Aug 05, 2026

Awesome stay. Great staff and spotless marina. Convenient to great dining in the New Bedford area.

by Ken M. - Verified user on Aug 04, 2026

Beautiful facility. Friendly courteous and helpful staff

by Barry S. - Verified user on Aug 03, 2026

Easy to get into. Nice clean Marina. First time in, we will be back.

by Cindy S. on Jul 31, 2026

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. 2 days of bands of rain, but were able to time some walks and museum visits between downpours. Especially liked the pool table outside under cover and the ability to do wash at a reasonable price in good machines. We stayed one night mooring ball and 2 at the dock. Two suggestions...each night stay on mooring ball should come with 2 ride vouchers for the launch. And installation of turf grass pad just to the right after coming off the dock would make it much easier to keep dogs from peeing on the bushes. After a long dock walk from the boat, they are dying to pee immediately so trying to get them out the gate to the grass is nearly impossible. A turf mat with the hose nearby would make pet owner clean up simple and convenient

by Joseph G. - Verified user on Jul 29, 2026

Nice area. Wish we had more time Next time

by Mario S. - Verified user on Jul 28, 2026

Pretty good, but i was on end dock with stern to harbor entrance and a bit windy. i was able to find parts and make repairs to my boat. very convenient place to buy marine parts

by Ken K. on Jul 27, 2026

We always enjoy our visits to Pope's Island marina where we always get a mooring. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the moorings seem very secure.

by Kenneth P. - Verified user on Jul 23, 2026

Dock master and launch driver were great. Mooring held in 40 knots plus gust in squall ! Recommend a visit to the Whaling Museum near by.

by lawrence k. - Verified user on Jul 16, 2026

Pleasant, attentive staff. Lovely well maintained docks and grounds. Look forward to it every time!

by kyle r. on Jul 10, 2026

Great marina! Modern laundry, restroom and shower facilities. Docks are clean and easy to navigate. Staff are friendly and attentive. Launch service made our mooring as convenient as a slip. The port is busy without being crowded and you can find most anything your boat may want or need in this harbor.

by Lee t. - Verified user on Jul 06, 2026

A good stay on mooring #9. Impressed with the newness and quality of showers and restrooms. Disappointed not to have a chair/stool to sit on while changing clothes or a soap dish on shower. Small things but they make a big difference in the use of the shower. Doubly disappointing to have marina employee blow me off when I friendly suggestions about making the showers more "user friendly".

by Jamison S. - Verified user on Jun 24, 2026

The Dockhands were amazing. The service was excellent. The location was quiet and peaceful, and we loved it. Will be back for sure!

by pawel S. - Verified user on Jun 22, 2026

Nice no nonsense marina in a well protected working harbor. Clean showers.

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About Pope's Island Marina

The Port of New Bedford invites you to stay at Pope’s Island Marina and experience why we call it Destination New Bedford. Pope's Island Marina is centrally located right in the middle of Historic New Bedford harbor and proudly managed by the New Bedford Port Authority. Offering award winning guest services and reasonably priced accommodations, Pope's Island Marina is the chosen destination for boaters from all around the world. Pope's Island Marina is also home to the New Bedford Launch connecting you to local attractions, waterside restaurants and entertainment. Our friendly Marina Staff and Harbor Attendants are here to ensure a welcoming and enjoyable stay. There is so much to see and do, from visiting the world’s largest whaling museum to eating the world’s freshest seafood. The launch will connect you to the historic downtown district, restaurants, galleries and key attractions. Stroll the cobblestone streets of America’s #1 Fishing Port or take a bike ride to Fort Taber and the Military Museum. Our season begins April 15th and ends October 31st, but feel free to contact the office in the winter or early spring if you or your group would like to make arrangements for a visit with us next season. Upon arrival, be sure to ask one of our Dock Attendants or Launch Captains about local attractions. If it is fuel or service your vessel needs, you will find it in The Port of New Bedford. Cruise into excitement by setting your course for destination New Bedford.