The Boathouse
21 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, United States – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 152 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
This place was amazing. The hotel had everything you could ask for including bikes. The property was in a fantastic location right in town and was just amazing. Breakfast was good and the staff was super helpful and friendly. We absolutely loved our stay.

Featuring an on-site restaurant and a wrap-around porch with views of the water, this Kennebunkport hotel offers free WiFi to its guests. The shops and restaurants of Dock Square are just steps away. All rooms at The Boathouse come with a flat-screen TV, heat/air-conditioning, and en suite bathrooms with free toiletries. The rooms in the Wharf House building are located in a different building from the Main House. Wharf House rooms are accessible by stairs only. A sun terrace and concierge services are provided to guests of The Boathouse. Those wishing to explore the surrounding area can take advantage of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles. The Boathouse Restaurant, located on site, features two bars and creative dishes with local Maine flavors. A nearby dining option includes Earth at Hidden Pond. The Kennebunkport Inn is just 250 meters from The Boathouse. The Kennebunkport Historical Society is 5 minutes’ walk away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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- Sara
United States
“This place was amazing. The hotel had everything you could ask for including bikes. The property was in a fantastic location right in town and was just amazing. Breakfast was good and the staff was super helpful and friendly. We absolutely...” - Mary
United States
“The location was great and the breakfast was fine, although we were in the way of the cleaners on one morning.” - Serge
Canada
“location amazing...we forgot we had complimentary breakfast...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Boathouse Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Facilities of The Boathouse
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Coffee machine
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Cooking classAdditional chargeOff-site
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- CanoeingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- DVD player
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopying
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Auditory guidance
- Higher level toilet
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash is not accepted
The Boathouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Boathouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about The Boathouse
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Room options at The Boathouse include:
- Double
- Suite
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The Boathouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Bowling
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Cooking class
- Bicycle rental
- Happy hour
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture
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The Boathouse has 1 restaurant:
- The Boathouse Restaurant
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The Boathouse is 100 yards from the centre of Kennebunkport. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at The Boathouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at The Boathouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.