<p>Yes, much closer. The Hampton Inn is about 3 miles from the Academy in a more suburban area, not really walking distance to USNA or historic downtown – although most area hotels offer a shuttle so that might not be a problem (be sure to check). The Scotlaur only has about 10 rooms, so managing a group might be a problem. It’s right smack in the historic downtown area near the waterfront and a quick walk to the main pedestrian gate (Gate 1). Hotels this close to downtown are few – the Marriott is right on the water but very expensive. The Lowes and O’Callaghan’s on West Street are other options for hotels, a bit farther from the gate but still not unreasonable for walking to downtown. Rates for these hotels are generally $150 plus (Marriott will go up to the $300’s!). However, they might have winter rates worth checking 'cause summer is the big sailing season. </p>
<p>There is a good list of B&B’s near downtown at</p>
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