Tugboat Inn

80 Commercial Street, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 617 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.0
Very Good
617 reviews

The view was great. Location was perfect for walking to everything so the free parking was perfect. Staff was very accommodating and friendly.

Anneka United States of America

The beds were comfy, great views of the harbor, very clean, Tugboat Restaurant is always great, and overall a great visit.

Kathy United States of America

Room was great. There was no breakfast or coffee available on the tugboat property. The location was great, right in the middle of downtown.

Sandra United States of America

I enjoyed parking the car at the inn, then walking everywhere we wanted to see and be while in Boothbay Harbor. We enjoyed sitting on our porch and watching the harbor, we were so close to the water.

Shannon United States of America

Very clean. Everything worked well. Comfortable bed. Fantastic location

Christopher United States of America

comfortable room good location for us partial handicapped good restaurant great food .

Elmer United States of America

Location. View from room. Restaurant offered good menu choices and good service .

Beverly United States of America

Cool dock rooms, right on the point of town. Quick walk to restaurants and shops. Friendly staff and clean rooms.

Christopher United States of America

they allow pets they have a restaurant next door, open in December

Pamela United States of America

Checking in and out was fast and easy. Room was very comfortable with a beautiful view. We come to Boothbay Harbor at least once a year for the last 6 years and we usually rent a house on VRBO. For now on our first choice is Tugboat Inn!

Leo United States of America
8.0
Very Good
617 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The view was great. Location was perfect for walking to everything so the free parking was perfect. Staff was very accommodating and friendly.”
    Anneka Anneka United States of America United States of America
  • “The beds were comfy, great views of the harbor, very clean, Tugboat Restaurant is always great, and overall a great visit.”
    Kathy Kathy United States of America United States of America
  • “Room was great. There was no breakfast or coffee available on the tugboat property. The location was great, right in the middle of downtown.”
    Sandra Sandra United States of America United States of America
  • “I enjoyed parking the car at the inn, then walking everywhere we wanted to see and be while in Boothbay Harbor. We enjoyed sitting on our porch and watching the harbor, we were so close to the water.”
    Shannon Shannon United States of America United States of America
  • “Very clean. Everything worked well. Comfortable bed. Fantastic location”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “comfortable room good location for us partial handicapped good restaurant great food .”
    Elmer Elmer United States of America United States of America
  • “Location. View from room. Restaurant offered good menu choices and good service .”
    Beverly Beverly United States of America United States of America
  • “Cool dock rooms, right on the point of town. Quick walk to restaurants and shops. Friendly staff and clean rooms.”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “they allow pets they have a restaurant next door, open in December”
    Pamela Pamela United States of America United States of America
  • “Checking in and out was fast and easy. Room was very comfortable with a beautiful view. We come to Boothbay Harbor at least once a year for the last 6 years and we usually rent a house on VRBO.”
    Leo Leo United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.0
  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.4
8.0
Very Good
617 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.1
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Situated in Boothbay Harbor, this waterfront hotel offers a full-service restaurant and on-site marina. Each individually decorated guest room is located within 5 separate buildings and offers cable TV.

The Tugboat restaurant features views of the harbor and a menu offering steaks, seafood and pasta. The waterfront restaurant is built around the original structure of the historic tugboat "Maine".

Overlooking the marina, the Marina Lounge & Café offers cocktails and a pub menu. In warmer weather, guests can sit on the Marina Deck and enjoy live music by popular local entertainers.

Each guest room is equipped with a private bathroom with bath amenities and hair dryer. A coffee maker is also included.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Tugboat Inn has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 21, 2011

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Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Facilities for disabled guests
Fitness center
Restaurant
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site

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2 queen beds
1 full bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
2 full beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
2 full beds
1 full bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 full beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anneka
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The view was great. Location was perfect for walking to everything so the free parking was perfect. Staff was very accommodating and friendly.”
  • Kathy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The beds were comfy, great views of the harbor, very clean, Tugboat Restaurant is always great, and overall a great visit.”
  • Sandra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Room was great. There was no breakfast or coffee available on the tugboat property. The location was great, right in the middle of downtown.”
  • Shannon
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “I enjoyed parking the car at the inn, then walking everywhere we wanted to see and be while in Boothbay Harbor. We enjoyed sitting on our porch and watching the harbor, we were so close to the water.”
  • C
    Christopher
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very clean. Everything worked well. Comfortable bed. Fantastic location”
  • Elmer
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “comfortable room good location for us partial handicapped good restaurant great food .”
  • Beverly
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Location. View from room. Restaurant offered good menu choices and good service .”
  • Christopher
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Cool dock rooms, right on the point of town. Quick walk to restaurants and shops. Friendly staff and clean rooms.”
  • Pamela
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “they allow pets they have a restaurant next door, open in December”
  • Leo
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Checking in and out was fast and easy. Room was very comfortable with a beautiful view. We come to Boothbay Harbor at least once a year for the last 6 years and we usually rent a house on VRBO. For now on our first choice is Tugboat Inn!”
Property questions and answers
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  • Queen beds or double beds? ‘Two queens main Inn 1st level’ Then reads: Beds: 2 full beds.
    2 Queen beds.
    Answered on 23 May 2020
  • Are there accessible rooms with bathrooms as well as accessibility to main office and to restaurant? Do you have handicap parking?
    Yes, we have 3 accessible rooms, and there is handicapped parking available.
    Answered on 23 May 2020
  • Do you honor AARP or Senior rates?
    Occasionally, depending upon the season.
    Answered on 10 August 2020
  • I think there is an error on the Tugboat INN property. It says something about a $10,000 lunch i think it is $10.00 lunch right An what is this about???
    Typo!! It has been fixed, thank you.
    Answered on 10 August 2020
  • What are the hours of operation of the restaurant?
    Lunch 12-2 pm Dinner 5-8 pm
    Answered on 6 June 2021
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Tugboat Inn Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Tugboat Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8
Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Facilities for disabled guests
Fitness center
Restaurant
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Ocean view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Bar crawls
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • ATM on site
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

Tugboat Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM

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

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 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 15 and above are considered 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

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Tugboat Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

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

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.

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.

Please inform Tugboat Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Tugboat Inn

  • Check-in at Tugboat Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Tugboat Inn on this page.

  • Tugboat Inn is 1,150 feet from the center of Boothbay Harbor.

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

  • Room options at Tugboat Inn include:

    • Quad
    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple
    • Twin

  • Tugboat Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Tugboat Inn Restaurant

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

    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Fitness
    • Bar crawls
    • Live music/Performance