Inn By the Sea is on a park-like property, just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to an outdoor pool, guests can enjoy the spa and cardio room. The spacious guest rooms at Inn By the Sea are warmly decorated with soft colors and local artwork. All accommodations feature flat-screen TVs and coffee makers. Guests can enjoy open-air dining at the Sea Glass restaurant. There is also an intimate bar and lounge for drinks. The inn is 7 miles from downtown Portland. The L.L. Bean in Freeport is a 32-minute drive from the inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Inn By the Sea has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 7, 2011

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 queen beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
and
2 queen beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
2 queen beds
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 3+
This property has made significant commitments towards sustainability by subscribing to one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cape Elizabeth
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See what guests loved the most:

  • James
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The staff was absolutely amazing! The SPA staff just as nice
  • E
    Enrico
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Nice beach walk, old charming inn, spacious room and bathroom, outdoor seating area and fire pit, close to things to see and do
  • Bekah
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The breakfast was delicious. The options were varied.
  • Anna
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Luxury room with extra welcoming touches; boardwalk to the beach; couches and fire rings on the deck at night; delicious breakfast and very friendly and accommodating staff. A new favorite, worth the extra expense!
  • Joyce
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Beautiful Maine setting by the ocean. Fine food Excellent Staff
  • J
    Jessica
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Location -off the beaten path, on the water, quiet, beautiful! Everything we needed was there - you thought of everything! It was just enough to feel cared for, luxurious, comfortable, but not too much that it felt crowded, stuffy or too fancy....
  • Patrick
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The breakfast was superb! Great Maine bacon, fresh Maine farm eggs, wonderful English muffins and really good coffee ... lots of attention to detail there ... In terms of staffing, all staff were amazingly friendly and welcoming ... my husband...
  • Shanid
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Excellent location. Excellent service. Excellent rooms. The whole place has an upscale feel to it. Restaurant has some excellent food. Has a nice gym. There is also direct access to beach!
  • Debra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    We arrived early & we were told our room was not ready. That was a little disappointing, but it gave us a chance to explore the area. So it was fine. The service, from front desk to wait staff was very friendly & professional. The dinners were...
  • Alissa
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    - The locations is spectacular - We loved the easy boardwalk access to the beach, the incredible view of the ocean, the Adirondack chairs for lounging on the beautiful grounds - The food was delicious, and room service very friendly and...

Property questions and answers
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  • What’s the cost of the room per night ?

    Our rates vary based on dates. For example, this time of year the average nightly rate is $409.00 in a loft suite.
    Answered on 22 November 2020
  • Is your restaurant open? Or is it room service currently?

    Good Afternoon, We are offering seating at the restaurant or room service 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our lounge is also open.
    Answered on 22 November 2020
  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    Yes, Crescent Beach is located just minutes walk from the Inn on our private wooden boardwalk.
    Answered on 13 November 2019
  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

    We have a private boardwalk to the beach here on property however there is no shuttle service available from the inn. Uber and Lift, as well as, Taxis..
    Answered on 13 November 2019
  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?

    We have a private wooden boardwalk that is about 250 ft long that will take you to the mile long sandy beach called, Crescent Beach
    Answered on 13 November 2019
  • Hello, does the traditional king room have A balcony? Or a Hot tub in the bathroom?

    The traditional room does not have a balcony or hot tub. Based on these amenities, I would highly suggest a loft suite on the second floor of the main inn.
    Answered on 22 November 2020
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Hotel area info *

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Sea Glass
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Inn By the Sea
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Inn By the Sea takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$0 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
$0 per person, per night

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted Inn By the Sea accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Swimming pool #1: Closed from Mon, Sep 02, 2019 until Sat, May 09, 2020

Swimming pool #1: Closed from Wed, Nov 13, 2019 until Sat, May 09, 2020

Swimming pool #1: Closed from Fri, Dec 11, 2020 until Sat, May 15, 2021

FAQs about Inn By the Sea

  • Inn By the Sea has 1 restaurant:

    • Sea Glass

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Inn By the Sea is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Inn By the Sea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Inn By the Sea offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Locker rooms
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Spa facilities
    • Movie nights
    • Swimming pool
    • Steam room
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • The nearest beach is 1,500 feet from Inn By the Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Inn By the Sea is 1.4 miles from the center of Cape Elizabeth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Inn By the Sea include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Triple